Hi, I am a Canadian citizen, who resides in Kingston, ON. I am currently Merit Listed with the Canadian Armed Forces. I went to the Recruiting Centre and asked about applying for the ROTP, but I was quickly turned down, due to my non-academic grades from high school (I only took applied courses). I attended Regiopolis Notre-Dame Catholic High School from 2008-2013 (returned in 2013). To be honest, I was planning on joining the Forces as a Musician, but I didn't make the cut for live auditions so, I decided to pursue a career as a Artillery Soldier. Now I am Merit Listed for; Artillery, Combat Engineer and Mobile Support Equipment Operator. Now, I knew that my grades would ultimately hinder my chances, but I wanted to ask about ways to get in within a year or so? I'm already planning to volunteer at my local gym and possibly take a security course to work part-time as a security guard. I was considering becoming an NCM first, and then work my way up to apply, but I don't want to wait too long. I ended up losing two years after graduating high school, and believe me, I know I could have tried harder, or actually worked towards it, but I wasn't sure what I wanted to do after school. I'm only 21, but I am looking to start school soon. Although I'm very happy to be Merit Listed right now, I still want to give RMC a chance. Anyone have any advice, or suggestions?