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Nov 15, 03
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So I think Im going to Join the Canadain Army...
Im really bored with life ..
This looks really fun http://www.armee.forces.gc.ca 3 Years, and will take part in NATO and UN peacekeeping rolls around the globe..not sure exactly what career in the army to go for right now though.. Anyone out there been in the army before? I get to wear camo! outside of a party hehe. :smoke1: 
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Nov 15, 03
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hey - i applied first i want a bonus for recruiting you
im gonna be an artillary or armoured soldier im gonna go see the recruiter on monday morning
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Nov 15, 03
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hey matt!
my sisters boyfriend lives with me and he's in the army, but he's trying to get out thing is that there recruiting tons a people, but nobodys getting trained the old guys that have the training and are capable of teaching the newbies are all retiring, and there's not enough funding or facilities guy was supposed to get into his program a long time ago, but he still hasn't gotten anywhere if you want a somewhat secure job, and to travel in canada...go for it, but expect a lot of bullshit
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Nov 15, 03
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my bad
this is what that is for: Computer Engineering Technician/Technologist Computer Networks Engineering Technician/Technologist Telecommunications Technician Wireless Communications Technician If you are a community college graduate, or a qualified tradesperson in one of the trades listed above, you could be eligible for a career with a difference in the Canadian Forces. PLUS $20,000 signing bonus for specified civilian trade qualified journeymen OR $10,000 signing bonus for college graduates in designated programs A financial incentive is just one of the rewards you’ll enjoy in this environment of innovation, adventure, travel and teamwork. You’ll get to work on leading-edge technology, while you rise through the ranks with a high level of job security, salary and benefits.
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Nov 15, 03
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One of my good friends joined the army, he said it was great and valuable experience. The basic training was awesome he said. That was few years ago tho, what people are saying about no people to train recruits may be right.
After your training, you are part of the reserves, my friend went AWOL hahah. All in all, my friend didn't really have anything bad to say about his experience, so go for it. One tip - Start training before you join, those long distance runs will be killer.
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Or would I be a focal point for the drill instructor's hatred.
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^I'm picturing 'Full Metal Jacket' in my head right now...hahaha
WHAT IS YOUR MAJOR MALFUNCTION SOLDIER?? You're from Texas? Only things that come outta Texas are steers and queers... which are you? Are you a peter puffer? :kam:
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Nov 15, 03
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my friend's in the navy..and she's loving it!
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I was considering joining for the 10K bonus with a tech diploma too... think my diploma would count. But yeah, I got an alright job so I forgot all about that... heh. At least if I ever owe some mafia thug 10 grand for something I can just join the army instead of turning to a life of crime (sorry, just got Vice City).
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Yeah i would be elgible for that 10 thousand dollar bonus too..thats why im considering it I mean its 3 years of my life ..ill be 23 when i get out ...still lots of time to have fun, and ill have like 50 thousand dollars for school and stuff !
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We all have to go sometime, ive always lived my life to the fullest If its my time to go during my service in the army then I think i lived my life well. Life is all about taking risks, I wouldnt have such a good life if I had shirked away every oppertunity that presented itself to me even if the risks in it were high.
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Nov 15, 03
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gusto....no a tech diploma will not work for the bonus. it has to be a degree in that field.
e_boy.....you want to be a sniper? the master sniper level training course is just that. a course. you are not "a sniper". you are usually an infantry or recon soldier with a course. btw, canada has 4 of the top 10 snipers in the world in our army. we have the furthest confirmed kill also, in history. done in afghanistan by someone in the 3 battalion PPCLI, from edmonton. it was done from 3.2 miles. now that is skill. technique....talk to a recruiter. you can sign deals that make the army pay for all of your schooling, while you are in the army. my friend signed a 6 year deal. he was in the reserves during school, and full time when off school. he's now 25, and has 2 degrees. and mc hammered. your hair can not be blue, only natural colours. and about the drill instructors being mean to you. these days in the "correct and modern army", they can not insult you or put you down. nor can they touch you even. never. the only thing basic training is good for now, is getting in fights with other recruits, and getting in shape from your own will.
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I know what you're saying about things being a little boring, things have stagmented for me right now. I'm most likely going to join the reserves though, I don't think I could handle being in the regular corp and with the reserves at least you get to choose where you want to live and continue with your life. Probably gonna join the armoured reconnaisence division (with the tanks outside on Beatty street downtown), and I can start off as an officer because of my degree which is pretty sweet.
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