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Hi all,
Just want to start off with some background; I have been actively thinking about joining the CF for the last 2-3 years. Something about the armed forces has always interested me growing up, I don't know if it’s the idea of being part of something bigger than yourself, having a chance to make a difference or some other cliché line people have come up with over the years to justify their desire to join. Anyways bottom line until the last couple years I had my mind 100% made up that I was going to do whatever it took to get into the ROTP and attend RMC (my top choice was to be an Engineering Officer although I would have happily joined another engineering branch e.g. Construction or Naval Combat Systems). If that wasn't in the cards I planned to get my degree at a civy university and apply for my desired career afterwards. In accordance with that plan I have sent off my application and am just waiting for an interview and to do the various tests.
Now recently I have begun to doubt my choice, partly because of a conversation I had with a former member who had nothing but bad things to say about his experience and partly because of some discussions I have read on this forum. I understand that in any job field there are disgruntled employees and people who couldn't cut it. Not to mention people love to complain. That said (really hoping not to step on any toes here); I get the feeling that the CF is an underfunded, undersized and ill equipped military force. Now that is not to say it is made up of "sub-par" individuals by any means. I have nothing but respect for the men and women who have chosen to serve this great country. But let’s face it, this is Canada not the US and we do not go around pretending we're the world’s police force and play big brother in the international arena. We tend to be more of a peace keeping nation with our ultimate focus on protecting our own sovereignty. Personally I am happy this is the case and I couldn't think of any country I would rather call home, but I’m not sure this is still for me.
Deep down I still feel inclined to join and give my very best. I realize none of you know me personally and it is foolish to ask people who you have never met if they think you would be a good fit for something. However seeing as I have no family or friends who have served plus this is a big commitment and not something I think should be taken lightly. Any advice or personal experiences the community is willing to share would be greatly appreciated. I believe the more information someone has the better a decision they can make and hearing multiple sides to a story can never be a bad thing.
Thanks in advance.
- Josh
Just want to start off with some background; I have been actively thinking about joining the CF for the last 2-3 years. Something about the armed forces has always interested me growing up, I don't know if it’s the idea of being part of something bigger than yourself, having a chance to make a difference or some other cliché line people have come up with over the years to justify their desire to join. Anyways bottom line until the last couple years I had my mind 100% made up that I was going to do whatever it took to get into the ROTP and attend RMC (my top choice was to be an Engineering Officer although I would have happily joined another engineering branch e.g. Construction or Naval Combat Systems). If that wasn't in the cards I planned to get my degree at a civy university and apply for my desired career afterwards. In accordance with that plan I have sent off my application and am just waiting for an interview and to do the various tests.
Now recently I have begun to doubt my choice, partly because of a conversation I had with a former member who had nothing but bad things to say about his experience and partly because of some discussions I have read on this forum. I understand that in any job field there are disgruntled employees and people who couldn't cut it. Not to mention people love to complain. That said (really hoping not to step on any toes here); I get the feeling that the CF is an underfunded, undersized and ill equipped military force. Now that is not to say it is made up of "sub-par" individuals by any means. I have nothing but respect for the men and women who have chosen to serve this great country. But let’s face it, this is Canada not the US and we do not go around pretending we're the world’s police force and play big brother in the international arena. We tend to be more of a peace keeping nation with our ultimate focus on protecting our own sovereignty. Personally I am happy this is the case and I couldn't think of any country I would rather call home, but I’m not sure this is still for me.
Deep down I still feel inclined to join and give my very best. I realize none of you know me personally and it is foolish to ask people who you have never met if they think you would be a good fit for something. However seeing as I have no family or friends who have served plus this is a big commitment and not something I think should be taken lightly. Any advice or personal experiences the community is willing to share would be greatly appreciated. I believe the more information someone has the better a decision they can make and hearing multiple sides to a story can never be a bad thing.
Thanks in advance.
- Josh