And I'm in! Was re-enrolled last Thursday at 6 Engineer Squadron in North Van. I'm a Captain again also, and managed to pick up all my gear at 19 Wing Comox this week.
I don't have a real position yet - I'm in RHQ and part of the Ops Cell. I totally get that the Regiment needs to check me out...
And.... PLAR results have come back! I've been granted P Res BMOQ (AIOV) and P Res Basic Engineer Officer (AKXY).
Still need to find out if this means I avoid going to Gagetown for a summer altogether. It would be nice if that is the case.
I will update again when I get more info.
Well - I was successful in convincing the authorities that I am medically fit for service.
I have learned today that my PLAR has started.
Just waiting for the result of that, and clarification around the two security checks I was asked to do.
I will update everyone when I hear more.
Sooo - took the CFAT - still smart enough to do the job (Combat Engineer Officer) that I did for 6 years previously - phew!
Interview was a formality - and had to do some medical follow-ups.
Initial review of my medical information resulted in the finding that I wasn't fit for re-enrollment...
Quick update. Paperwork is in. If all goes well, I will belong to 44 Field Engineer Squadron. I will most likely parade in North Van and Chilliwack though...
I have my Force test tomorrow morning - arranged it through contacts at 19 Wing in Comox. Then, at some point, I will go to the...
Candidates for ROTP / RMC are selected based on the "full picture" of their achievements and experience.
Top grades are useful - but not mandatory - so one bad year shouldn't kill your chances. However, if there is an opportunity to upgrade your marks with summer school or through a local...
First post - appreciate the level of information available on this forum.
My story - served 11 years as a Combat Engineer Officer. RMC - fully trained - retired as a Captain in 2002.
I have contacted the local reserve Combat Engineer Regiment about joining them - and have read / heard about...
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