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Be
Prepared To Talk When Applying >>
You
will be required to speak to a recruiter about your
decision to join. Be prepared to talk about the reasons
for joining, as well as the reasons for joining a specific
unit. The recruiters are trying to ensure that you are
making a well-thought through decision and to identify
if you will be satisfied in a particular unit or trade.
What
will the CFRC Recruiter ask?
You
will be asked about leadership qualities, work experience,
criminal convictions and involvement with police, drug
use, and other lifestyle questions.
Trust
me, the army knows that people make some bad decisions
in thier life. This does not exclude you from service.
However, it really depends on what and when these bad
decision happened. If you are concerned, please call
the recruiting team at 905.541.ARMY and we'll give you
a hand and will prep you for the interview.
What
is the Military?
The
military is the Profession of Arms, which is comprised
of members dedicated to the defence of Canada and the
nation's interests, as directed by the Government of
Canada.
The
Profession of Arms is distinguished by the concept of
service before self, and the lawful application of military
force, as well as the concept of unlimited liability.
That is, the Canadian Forces is a force of good and
for good, one which strives to maintain a high degree
of professionalism that reflects the morals and values
of Canadian society.
As
Canadian Forces members, we understand and accept the
fact that we may be ordered into harm's way, and into
conditions that may lead to a loss of life.
Why
join?
Serving
in the Canadian Forces is a big step in one's life and
career. Therefore, you need to take the time and consider
the reasons for joining as well as the impact that decision
may have on you and your family.
There
are many good reason to join, including:
- Answering
the call to service
- Educational
and monetary benefits
- Family
tradition
- Personal
satisfaction and pride
- Opportunity
to learn new skills
- Full-time
employment
- Job
security and health benefits
- Personal
and professional improvement
There
are also many poor reasons to join the military. Be
prepared to discuss your reasons for joining with a
CFRC recruiter. You will also be expected to explain
why you want to join a certain unit.
Application
Problems!
The
best way to avoid having a problem with your application
is to ensure that you are submitting a completed application
with all the supporting documents. Make sure you have
originals of all documents, and hand them all in at
the same!
School
of hard-knocks hint >>
It's
a fact; shit gets lost. The best way to avoid any problems
with the application process is to ensure that you hand
in your application and ALL supporting documents at
the same time. And, keep copies for your own files at
home.
Also,
keep in touch with the recruiter at the Canadian Forces
Recruiting Centre. Make sure you know his/her name,
as well as her/his telephone number. Call frequently
to check up on your file. The squeeky wheel gets the
oil!
Argyll
Unit Recruiter and CFRC Recruiter >> The Difference
There
are two different recruiters involved in the application
process.
The
Argyll Recruiter works
for the unit, and she/he is given the task of attracting
new recruits to the unit (in this case, the Argylls).
In other words, the job of the unit recruiter is to
give you the basic information on the unit and an application
package, and to convince you that you want to be an
Argyll.
The
CFRC Recruiter processes
your file. After handing-in your file to CFRC, you will
complete all the necessary tests/exams at the CFRC until
you are given an employment offer.
The
Hamilton CFRC is located at 55 Bay Street North.
Stuck?
Can't Get A Straight Answer?
Most
people have trouble. Files get lost, there may be poor
communication, the list goes on.
Feel
free to call the Argyll unit recruiter if you are having
a problem with the application process. His/her jobis
to help guide you through the application process.
CALL
905.541.ARMY for assistance.
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