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I never received my end dec 17 pay statement, and yesterday my mid Jan 18 pay statement was released. Interestingly, my end dec pay included a large backpay ( from a few years of not receiving specialist pay I was entitled to) . The backpay was a little short from my calculations ( which...

Does anyone know what the badge in the attached photo is ? I don't recall ever seeing it before, and a search through the dress regs doesn't identify it. It appears to be a gold maple leaf with a sword, worn above the nametag. ( I have blacked out the nametag before posting )

The search function is disabled, so I will start a fresh topic. I am currently in the process of being posted.  My file is with Brookfield, and my house is on the market.  However, my friend was just convinced from his Realtor to list his house prior to receiving his posting message.  ( they...

Army Mess Kit,  100% wool Barathea. Signals branch,  senior NCO.    Purchased new two years ago, and worn only twice.  Made by Andrei Master Tailors in Kingston.  Jacket size 42R , pants 33 W x 31 inseam.  ( there is room to go another inch longer in the length, and the waist can be tailored in...

I have just read most of CBI 208 ( relocation benefits ) however I have a couple of questions to throw out there. Do members proceeding IR receive a posting allowance ( or partial ) ? CBI 208.997 (9) states " actual and reasonable expenses for non-commercial accommodations or family housing...

Does anyone know of a reference which indicates what a "man lift" entails.  For example, a 100lb hardigg case could be a 2 man lift.

I have been searching for a link to the self study package offered by the CF for second language training. ( ie french ) I seem to recall, there was a site that members could work on second language training at their own pace, at home etc. Registering for DND learn yielded no success, as...

I would like to start a discussion regarding Reg Force members who are volunteer firefighters within their communities. Now, just to be clear, I believe these members are doing a great service to their communities.  Not all areas can have permanent paid fire services, and without volunteer...

Military Word Of The Day Military Term #633 of 944: UTPNCM : University Transfer Program (Non-Commisioned Member). Often truncated to UT\ I do believe ( with reference below) the correct term is: University TRAINING Plan Non Commissioned MemberS. http://www.rmc.ca/adm/utpncm-pfumr-eng.asp

anyone else notice lately the staggering variances of dress the Air Wing pers are walking around in?  ( I dont want to say airforce, as army guys attached to the air wing are suffering from the same disease) I have noticed a lot of them wearing 1.  OTW shirts with standard arid pants.  2. OTW...

I was wondering if anyone has a link (internet) to show the proper folding of the flag to be presented to NOK. I was sent a link from my RSM however, the link is only available on the DWAN.  Unfortunately, I may have to get together members tomorrow (sunday) and teach them the folding.  I was...

I am heading to the sandbox ( 6 month tour) in about a month and I have a question that needs clarification from the switched on admin types here. I recently had my meeting with the deployed ops cell at my unit and we went over my pay etc for my tour. I inquired why at the bottom of my...

Quick question regarding IR in Kingston. I know that in a number of places those on IR live on the economy. IE furnished apartment or suite. What about in Kingston where there are plenty of shacks available? Are members on IR in k-town stuffed in the shacks eating at the mess, or are they...

I am looking for information from anyone who has done the CF PLQ in Petawawa recently. I was originally scheduled to attend the CF PLQ in Esquimalt, and now I have been changed to Petawawa. The differences in these courses from what I can read from their respective websites is pretty...

I find it interesting that the pay for flag officers is never listed on the pay scale sheets. Although, I have heard that they "negotiate" their pay. Out of curiosity, I have tried to find the annual salary for some generals/full colonels but I have come up empty handed. does anyone know the...

A bunch of us at work received our mid April pay statements today, and although its nice to have all this backpay... I do question why it is taxed at a whopping 55%. I have heard some say it was "just to be on the safe side" but, come on... 55% is too safe.. I guess we will just have to wait...