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Do you have what it takes to be a soldier? Joining the CANADIAN Armed Forces.

** UPDATE (Nov. 4th 2022): Permanent Residents now eligible to apply for the CAF! • BREAKING NEWS: Permane...
This video details the process of enlisting in the Canadian Armed Forces.
1. Finding your "why"
2. Choosing a trade
3. The application process - CFAT, FORCE Test, Medical & Interview
This process is slightly different for Regular Force applicants but the components are the same.
More detailed videos coming soon on each step of the application process.
Subscribe and follow me on Instagram @explore.caf as we continue the journey from civilian to soldier! COMMENT/DIRECT MESSAGE VIDEO TOPICS! If you are already part of the CAF and you'd be willing to do an interview, please let me know! I'd love that!
The purpose of this channel is to give a voice to the CAF, it's members and their stories.
Thank you so much :)
All textual and graphical test questions presented within this video are protected by international copyright laws. Specific for the test questions: © 2019 by Seliant ApS. All Rights Reserved. Permission has been given by Armytest.com (Seliant ApS) to Kyra for the use of the test questions in this video.

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  • @benjayasadskjlkas
    @benjayasadskjlkas4 жыл бұрын

    WOW FINALLY a Canadian military video, theyre mostly us if not all

  • @benjayasadskjlkas

    @benjayasadskjlkas

    4 жыл бұрын

    Kyra Nankivell hey a lot of US Military videos shows off the equipment they are issued with and a lot of people find that very interesting (well I’m guessing because of the views) it be nice to see that! I look forward to your future videos!

  • @benjayasadskjlkas

    @benjayasadskjlkas

    4 жыл бұрын

    Kyra Nankivell hey a lot of US Military videos shows off the equipment they are issued with and a lot of people find that very interesting (well I’m guessing because of the views) it be nice to see that! I look forward to your future videos! I’ll make sure to forward this to my friends looking into joining as well!

  • @tintinwu4627

    @tintinwu4627

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@KyraNankivell how l join the air reserves?

  • @chao9812

    @chao9812

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@tintinwu4627 u call your local reserve unit o

  • @dustinpaul7183

    @dustinpaul7183

    2 жыл бұрын

    still lacking in caf videos

  • @MxLaelia
    @MxLaelia4 жыл бұрын

    I'm looking into joining the Canadian Forces very soon. I was looking into where to start studying for the CFAT and stumbled upon your channel. I find your information very valuable! And it's great to have the "most updated" info. Thank you for sharing!

  • @pablovalenzuela9089
    @pablovalenzuela90896 ай бұрын

    Amazing presentation, well done. You are going places.

  • @ieatkrispykreme6106
    @ieatkrispykreme61063 жыл бұрын

    I would love to know why you stopped making these videos? There exist so few of these videos concerning the CAF online. I know the videos only have 3k views, but they are one of the most important for us 3k viewers. These were so informative, answered a lot of my questions and got me to subscribe to luminosity and focus on grade ten maths and English for my test in june, I got three months to prep. Thank you for these videos .

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    3 жыл бұрын

    Awe I’m glad you find them helpful! My chain of command was not a fan of the KZread lol, so it’s been tricky moving forward. I’m not really allowed to speak about training - I used to have a video series on BMOQ. So there isn’t much else to talk about. I was thinking of making a video about how COVID has affected training at my unit. Any video suggestions are welcome!!

  • @COAS16
    @COAS164 жыл бұрын

    This is a really good video, also very good explaining! I plan on applying for a Image Technician! I hope the best for you & your future

  • @unicornrainbow473
    @unicornrainbow4734 жыл бұрын

    More videos please. Thanks for this !

  • @experience2.061
    @experience2.0619 ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing! The feelings are mutual!

  • @toinfiniteandbeyond3860
    @toinfiniteandbeyond38604 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this! Been looking for CAF youtubers!

  • @reddtraining
    @reddtraining4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this! And linking to the army-test website - did not know it existed. ❤

  • @YoTimeYo
    @YoTimeYo2 жыл бұрын

    AMAZING Video, At the start of the age of 12 I got Interested in Law Enforcement and read a lot about TPS And OPP. I also am very athletic so I wanna keep that up until I can.Later After around 1 year of reading about law enforcement I got interested IN the CAF so O wanted to expand my knowledge about Canadian law enforcement and Military.My grandpa also was an 4 star General in the Army ground forces so that pushes me around times because of when all my male family members other than my cousins sever.I have many questions and I appreciate the videos please and please keep doing them and Take care.

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Leon, THANK YOU!! :))) and thanks for sharing your story!! We’d love to have you in the FB community facebook.com/groups/cafcommunity.yt/?ref=share. Wishing you all the best in your journey!

  • @strange_aeons5636
    @strange_aeons56364 жыл бұрын

    Good to hear this! I am finishing up my last year at Waterloo in Civil Engineering too. I am looking to join the army either during or after my MEng.

  • @dalevisity73
    @dalevisity734 жыл бұрын

    Received my offer in February for Pres-air avn tech. Was supposed to go to bmq at the end of March but covid19 messed everything up! I was supposed to enrol a week after the military shut down. Can’t wait for the shut down to be over.

  • @ryan-hc9rq
    @ryan-hc9rq4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the information in your video it has really been helping me with my application into the reg force air force hopefully , I have my cfat in a month and I'm kinda nervous about it. Wish you the best of luck in the future and with your training

  • @BMFormosa
    @BMFormosa4 жыл бұрын

    Good job on the video! I was literally searching up random CAF videos and found this one! :D I'm also from Toronto as well (Crazier point, I went to UofT St. George last year for History when I decided to drop it) and am going a slightly different route than you! I first thought about the Reserves and contacted Fort York, but then applied for Reg force and things are slightly different but very similar. I applied in April 2019 to CFRC Toronto, did my CFAT, medical, and interview in June and got my job offer on August 30th for Infantry Soldier (my second option was Combat Engineer though!), going to CFRC Toronto on Sept. 11th for Pre-Enrollment brief and off to St. Jean-sur-Richelieu Quebec for BMQ on Sept. 14th! During BMQ is when I will do my physical test (which I think is the main difference as you seem to have done yours around your CFAT). But that is my journey as well for those in the comments that wanted some sort of time frame for Regular Force as well! Subbed and Liked :D

  • @toinfiniteandbeyond3860

    @toinfiniteandbeyond3860

    4 жыл бұрын

    Jaymel Bobb hey! Would you mind sharing some tips regarding BMQ? Like getting physically fit. I worry I can’t do enough pushups/sit-ups. Is there like a specific amount you’re supposed to do in a certain time? Any advice will be much appreciated! ( :

  • @ShonKinsley

    @ShonKinsley

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@toinfiniteandbeyond3860 went through my BMQ at CFLRS back in 2018, became the best fit individual(Gold level) for the week "zero" Force test(physical test, you must pass). It was a great help such as Pull-ups and dips, 1.5miles running in 9min. Saw lots of mbrs injured and failed due to their physical weaknesse. BMQ requires your mental as well as physical strength, with that being said, your mental strength always remains strong in respect to physical strength, if you can stay strong physically, you can also remain confident of any type of training or duty. (Physical consitions always go along with mental strength) Please make yourself best physical condition before heading to st.Jean, as someone already mentioned above, week 7 and 9(Farnham) would be challenging.(wk9 better than 7 though). If yoh need any further explanations or tips, i am happy to help you. Good luck

  • @gracieon
    @gracieon4 жыл бұрын

    i love your channel! i am joining as a reservist and i’ve done my FORCE test, CFAT and medical! my interview is in a week!!!

  • @davidoftheforest

    @davidoftheforest

    3 жыл бұрын

    how did it go?

  • @justWIN96
    @justWIN964 жыл бұрын

    That's crazy you're probably one of the only people on KZread that talk about the Canadian military application process 🤔 strange... thanks you for sharing! Also would you recommend training on your own before you apply?

  • @justWIN96

    @justWIN96

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@KyraNankivell thank you for your response! Definitely looking forward to it 🙌🏿 and I'm 100% out of shape , was there any one thing that challenged you the most?

  • @justWIN96

    @justWIN96

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@KyraNankivell in terms of BMQ fitness tests?

  • @justWIN96

    @justWIN96

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@KyraNankivell thank you for your response! Best of luck with all the training you'll do great💪🏿💪🏿

  • @abbabiyaabbabiya2864
    @abbabiyaabbabiya28644 жыл бұрын

    YOU ARE SO BEAUTFULL GOOD LUCK

  • @leticlark-bautista1881
    @leticlark-bautista18814 жыл бұрын

    Hi! I’m doing my FORCE evaluation and my aptitude test tomorrow. I’m joining the reserves as a combat engineer and I’ll be working while studying for a college diploma in engineering. I live in Québec, so the educational system is a little bit different to the other provinces/territories, but once I get my engineering diploma, I’m planning on getting into the Royal Military College of Canada in the regular force and study mechanical engineering. I’m so happy that you made a video talking about this. I’m pretty nervous for my evaluations tomorrow and this honestly helps me a lot!

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey Leti! We would love to know how it turned out :) facebook.com/groups/cafcommunity.yt/?ref=share_group_link

  • @Teamaker
    @Teamaker4 жыл бұрын

    I’m going to BMQ in February for Combat Engineer, I hope to see you as my CO at one point!

  • @dawnlawson2143
    @dawnlawson21434 жыл бұрын

    In process so this video was needed. Really worried about the tests!!!

  • @matthewmcintyre4785
    @matthewmcintyre47854 жыл бұрын

    I leave in 5 days for basic training and I throughout the whole process could barely find any information so thankyou for this video!!!

  • @HND104
    @HND1044 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing 👍

  • @Trevktaves
    @Trevktaves4 жыл бұрын

    Great video. I look forward to more.

  • @tracey1013
    @tracey10132 жыл бұрын

    I was in the Canadian Forces Army Reg. Force in 2015 and now I'm going back to Reserves. I wish there was videos on CAF when I went to join. I'm hoping to get into the 32 Service Battalion as a Weapons Tech. and I have my FORCE test booked for OCT 12th. It will be great to get back in again.

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Tracey! How did it go? I'd love to have your voice in our group chat facebook.com/groups/cafcommunity.yt/ If you're willing to do an interview for the channel as well that would be amazing :)

  • @Nametaken01

    @Nametaken01

    Жыл бұрын

    Is there anything you would know about applying without going through an obsolete and ineffective online application method?

  • @sarahisaak8665
    @sarahisaak86654 жыл бұрын

    please upload another video on the fitness test🙏🏼

  • @tyy123
    @tyy1232 жыл бұрын

    Thank you 😊

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching :)

  • @moncherie3837
    @moncherie38374 жыл бұрын

    Hey, Thank you for these videos I will be watching all of your upcoming videos too! I do have some questions, are they paying for your education now? Also are you receiving a paycheck being on the reserves if so how much? Thanks!

  • @_Matsimus_
    @_Matsimus_4 жыл бұрын

    Nice video :-)

  • @sclarke1411
    @sclarke14114 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much. Very detailed explanation, you should of gave a timeline of how long it took you to get contacted by the recruiter, get booked for your test ... although it will vary for everyone i'm sure. Just a FYI Also basic training has been reduced in length of time so I heard changes to encourage people to join.

  • @jadecheng8797

    @jadecheng8797

    2 жыл бұрын

    It's about a week or 2 after I sent the online application. They emailed me to submit the proof of my citizenship, a photo ID, and official transcripts to the office in person. They booked my tests within 2 weeks I handed in all the documents required.

  • @jbudwal
    @jbudwal Жыл бұрын

    I have a learning disability, and these tests are not easy. However, I am in the process of waiting for my accommodations. I am trying to get into the Military Police Trade.

  • @watermelonhead6525
    @watermelonhead65253 жыл бұрын

    Hey Kyra, great post. I recently joined the reserves as an Armoured Crewman. I am super excited for BMQ and more. Are you still in and how do you like it since the video?

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey! Thank you :) Wow that's great, would love for you to join our group and share your experiences facebook.com/groups/cafcommunity.yt/ I recently released after about a year in, to pursue a school exchange to Singapore! I would have not reached the operational training requirement. I miss it though! May join again :)

  • @FornoDan
    @FornoDan3 жыл бұрын

    You must have been forced to remove some videos? Glad you kept what you have. hope youre keeping the positive attitude and doing well.

  • @FornoDan

    @FornoDan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Remember there was one video where you said we could request all information the government has on us (foi) where do I find the forms?

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Haha yeah I was lol and tbh I’m not sure how you’d actually go through that process

  • @FornoDan

    @FornoDan

    Жыл бұрын

    @@KyraNankivell the original videos were more heartfelt. Hope all is well and your heart is still there. Dont be discouraged.

  • @generalace__9922
    @generalace__99224 жыл бұрын

    Yes bless the video. I’ve been looking for this video with all the right info I was looking for weeks. Thanks so much. One question btw. How long after your interview did you hear back about your bmq date ?

  • @jadecheng8797

    @jadecheng8797

    2 жыл бұрын

    You have to be accepted and complete the enrolment first.

  • @Jas_117
    @Jas_1174 жыл бұрын

    I'm going into grade 10 pretty soon and I'm hoping to join and go into 1CER, I'm so glad I found your channel! I've dreamed of joining the CAF ever since I was 4.

  • @dustinpaul7183

    @dustinpaul7183

    2 жыл бұрын

    have you applied yet? :)

  • @kenc9236
    @kenc92362 жыл бұрын

    I remember joining up in Victoria recruiting center on Fort street and as I was walking in this old vet yelled to me "Don't join Combat Arms trade!" So what did I do? Hell yeah Combat arms.

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Haha love to hear that! Hey! Join the Facebook group and share your journey! facebook.com/groups/cafcommunity.yt/

  • @kenc9236

    @kenc9236

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@KyraNankivell I am on Vets affairs with PTSD and some injuries to my body. However if I could do it all over again I would. I love Canada.

  • @Lyve613official
    @Lyve613official4 жыл бұрын

    Kool i plan to join got the form filled out Christmas break so got to wait for someone to call me

  • @Lyve613official

    @Lyve613official

    4 жыл бұрын

    INFANTRY SOLDIER

  • @bonfitnc5424
    @bonfitnc54242 жыл бұрын

    You are a very strong 💪 woman

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    Жыл бұрын

    Haha thank you!

  • @generalace__9922
    @generalace__99224 жыл бұрын

    Congrats on the birthday. I know it’s late too. 😂😂. But I have some more questions if you would be okay talking?

  • @masterhawk5890
    @masterhawk58902 жыл бұрын

    Thank u ur smart

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Haha thanks Ryan!

  • @NoName-sw8ef
    @NoName-sw8ef4 жыл бұрын

    I’m in the reserves I’m 17 but want to join the reg force or go to RMC next September , can I?

  • @georgechen6208
    @georgechen62084 жыл бұрын

    U of T Architect student ...just received offer from combat engineer...

  • @albino6669
    @albino66694 жыл бұрын

    Nervous about the cfat been out of schools since 2007 my test is on apr 4 2020 I dont wanna fail this test going in as an mse op how hard is that trade together into I have a class one licence and driver professional with cadet experience hoping that's enough plus life experience

  • @mostafatantawi8680
    @mostafatantawi86804 жыл бұрын

    Hello Kyra, Thanks for the detailed and informative video. I just wonder, how long it took for the full application process...from applying online till the Basic military training acceptance ??

  • @dalevisity73

    @dalevisity73

    4 жыл бұрын

    Anywhere from 4 months to never.

  • @jadecheng8797

    @jadecheng8797

    2 жыл бұрын

    My application was sent in June 2019 and I just enrolled in Feb. 2022. The application process was paused for quite a while due to COVID. Also, there was a delay due to the wrong medical form.

  • @emericdion

    @emericdion

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jadecheng8797 I heard the application process was crazy long

  • @KyraNankivell
    @KyraNankivell2 жыл бұрын

    Hey y’all, would anyone be interested in 1 on 1 CFAT tutoring? You’d be able to book yourself into my calendar and we could review topics / questions together. Like this comment I’d you’d be interested! Hope all is well.

  • @MewTCG1

    @MewTCG1

    2 жыл бұрын

    I would be interested in this. Is it free?

  • @nathangs1316

    @nathangs1316

    2 жыл бұрын

    I’m thinking about joining jn, I’m frm da city too

  • @anthonywilson7312

    @anthonywilson7312

    2 жыл бұрын

    I’m definitely interested!

  • @malakabdi6663

    @malakabdi6663

    Жыл бұрын

    I’m interested

  • @MsKatoy

    @MsKatoy

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Kyra! Super interested. 🙏 I need more knowledge on spatial

  • @okyerebaafourappiah228
    @okyerebaafourappiah228 Жыл бұрын

    Hello kyra, I’m interested in joining the Canadian armed forces but what are the requirements for joining

  • @inesvillalobos3007
    @inesvillalobos30074 жыл бұрын

    i am in my teen years and i have been interested since i was 12 i feel like we have the exact same story bc i have wathced all the videos too

  • @probablyabox1025
    @probablyabox10254 жыл бұрын

    I tried to apply for the armed forces but I failed the aptitude test

  • @ToxicPlayer3597
    @ToxicPlayer35973 жыл бұрын

    Very informative tho i would have liked having more information on the interview as that's what I'm enticipating the most but overall very helpful, thanks. I'm currently in the process of applying for part time reserve. My interview is next week D:

  • @mozhanyaghmai7903

    @mozhanyaghmai7903

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hey! May I ask how your interview went (anything you're comfortable sharing)? Mine is tomorrow and I have no idea what to expect!

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    How'd you interview go? Join our FB group to talk with others going through the same process: facebook.com/groups/cafcommunity.yt/

  • @jadecheng8797

    @jadecheng8797

    2 жыл бұрын

    Most of my interview questions were yes/ no questions.

  • @FornoDan
    @FornoDan Жыл бұрын

    If you filmed yourself practicing for the force test... I think it would be a huge video

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    Жыл бұрын

    That’s not a bad idea!! Thanks for the idea Dan

  • @hejie23
    @hejie234 ай бұрын

    Is there no fulltime BMQ for reservists? Only weekends? Damn, was hoping to at least get the fulltime experience for basic.

  • @eugeneberg9454

    @eugeneberg9454

    4 ай бұрын

    There is yes, they have full time employment/training available in the summers. That’s where you do BMQ and occupational training.

  • @thelastcelebritymfr4621
    @thelastcelebritymfr46214 жыл бұрын

    Good day, I really love your video, new subscriber here. When can permanent residents join the CAF? Being following up closely with the news and last year, there was a news about the CAF considering permanent residents. I anticipate your response. Thank you.

  • @thelastcelebritymfr4621

    @thelastcelebritymfr4621

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@KyraNankivell Thank you for your prompt response.

  • @Anonymous-nr8gc

    @Anonymous-nr8gc

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@thelastcelebritymfr4621 I wanted to know that as well can a permanent resident join the military

  • @slothgaming4076
    @slothgaming40764 жыл бұрын

    For every job in the CAF do you have to be combat ready?

  • @user-uh9ue5pp4b
    @user-uh9ue5pp4b4 жыл бұрын

    Hi Kyra. Amazing video. Very helpful. I am just starting the process. Going to talk to the recruiter next week. Quick question to you: did you do your CFAT on a computer or on paper? I am pretty confident in my abilities when I have a pen in my hand, when I can write things down or do some calculations. Unfortunately, when the game comes to my mental math, I really suck. So do you know if they give scrap paper or a blank space on the test paper for notes? Please don't hesitate with the new videos. All the best.

  • @user-uh9ue5pp4b

    @user-uh9ue5pp4b

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@KyraNankivell Thanks a lot for the answer. That really helps.

  • @romeocherkashun6933

    @romeocherkashun6933

    4 жыл бұрын

    With computer cfat test, you'll get one blank page as well.

  • @jadecheng8797

    @jadecheng8797

    2 жыл бұрын

    My test was on paper. They also gave scrap papers .

  • @dustinpaul7183

    @dustinpaul7183

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jadecheng8797 did they have you do a personality test? (second part of the testing) im going in to ottawa soon for mine.

  • @saggafomar2980
    @saggafomar29802 жыл бұрын

    Hey Kyra,Gatta question here,is it possible to be a medical officer if I obtained my medical degree in another county but I’m a canadian citizen and im planning on attempting the licensing exam(mccqe1 and nac osce)

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey! Hmmm I’m not exactly sure how the CAF transfers credentials / if they do. Probably best to call someone about your unique position. I hope it works in your favour!! Keep us updated :)

  • @princessmae7409
    @princessmae74094 жыл бұрын

    Is there any height requirement for the basic training? Please answer this, thanks

  • @stacey4life510
    @stacey4life5104 жыл бұрын

    Hi can you please do a video on paid education?

  • @dominicread5261
    @dominicread52614 жыл бұрын

    Are you serving in the Reserves or Reg?

  • @nadeemkhan-lb9bp
    @nadeemkhan-lb9bp2 ай бұрын

    Can anyone retire armed forces persons outside from Canada join the canadian armed forces ?

  • @okyerebaafourappiah228
    @okyerebaafourappiah228 Жыл бұрын

    Can someone holding PR joins the army?Thank you

  • @HuyNguyen-vg5wz
    @HuyNguyen-vg5wz4 жыл бұрын

    Hi, what kind the questions were asked in the interview?

  • @vincentoluoch3406
    @vincentoluoch34063 жыл бұрын

    I really want to join the Canadian armed forces.l love military jobs since when i was a little kid upto now

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thats awesome! Join our community: facebook.com/groups/cafcommunity.yt/

  • @sheepboyraps7745
    @sheepboyraps77454 жыл бұрын

    How I can study everyday and remember everything without getting Distracted by things.

  • @davidoftheforest

    @davidoftheforest

    3 жыл бұрын

    dopamine detox; dont look at your phone for 3 days straight. accountability mirror; tag up a mirror with sticky notes with your goals on it. journal; have a running self-report of your progress and obstacles quit social media; just do it. it's bad for you.

  • @hamdiareye3507
    @hamdiareye35074 жыл бұрын

    How hard is the aptitude test?

  • @shalinisehgal7980
    @shalinisehgal7980 Жыл бұрын

    Do we have to go for the physical test even for the post of the signals officer/ Aerospace Control operator??

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes

  • @xkooky18
    @xkooky182 жыл бұрын

    I take anti-depressants just for my mild anxiety and depression, Will this effect my enlisting at all?

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Not sure! Contact and ask :)

  • @gijoe5508
    @gijoe55084 жыл бұрын

    There is a rule in the army, you must run at the same pace from the oldest.

  • @UMSLdragon

    @UMSLdragon

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hope that the oldest isn't a marathon runner haha

  • @MissSkullCrucher
    @MissSkullCrucher Жыл бұрын

    Im so scared, im not very fit, and im going for my physical sometime soon, i am nervous..

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    Жыл бұрын

    Don’t worry! You can always retake it if needed, just do your best to push yourself on each of the four exercises!

  • @opticsking8174
    @opticsking81744 жыл бұрын

    I got question, how heavy is the sand bag ?, what are the minimum push up ? And is there a exam test before being accepted to boot camp ?

  • @opticsking8174

    @opticsking8174

    4 жыл бұрын

    Kyra Nankivell my other question is what do you bring once u are in basic training? I see people bringing their bags once they reach the location and I always wonder what they have in their bag

  • @alex.mk7
    @alex.mk74 жыл бұрын

    I applied online about how long will they get back to me?

  • @MsKatoy
    @MsKatoy Жыл бұрын

    Hi Kyra! I hope you get to read this comment and hopefully respond and give your 2cents. I’m 42 y/o woman and weighs 175lbs. Not used to doing workout. Because i get my semi workout at work by standing on your feet for 8hrs and walking back and forth. My big Q is, do you think I’ll stand a chance? I’ve been wanting to join since early this year but still can’t decide because I’m not physically fit. Please advise🙏

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Kathy! I think that you should start the process and try to pass the FORCE test. 1) You may surprise yourself and pass or 2) You will know where you stand and which specific movements need improved! So I would definitely say start the formal process of enrolling, take the FORCE test and if it doesn’t go well then you’ll have feedback and a retest date to act on!

  • @MsKatoy

    @MsKatoy

    Жыл бұрын

    @@KyraNankivell thanks Kyra. You are an inspiration. I have already submitted my application online and got a phone call and email to prepare for some papers to be presented. Best regards!

  • @FornoDan

    @FornoDan

    Жыл бұрын

    @@MsKatoy keep up the ambition. Glad you applied. Showing up and trying is better than not trying right? If you push yourself you can do anything.

  • @jonatan15016
    @jonatan150164 жыл бұрын

    How much you guys make is true the pay sucks ? Like u can even afford a nice house and a nice car ?

  • @davidoftheforest
    @davidoftheforest3 жыл бұрын

    I wanna be an Infanteer. I'm 32. My CFAT was going to be on the 21st. It was canceled due to Covid. I feel like time is running out for me.

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    3 жыл бұрын

    Haha no no! Not at all. When I did my basic training there were multiple ppl over 40 doing great on course! Just have to stay motivated. One guy was actually 49 and somehow had the most energy on course!!!!

  • @davidoftheforest

    @davidoftheforest

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@KyraNankivell I'm utilizing this extended waiting period to PT and study. I've spoken to a young man on Reddit who also was going for Infantry; he failed the CFAT by 3 points, he says. Thank you for the encouragement. I haven't given up :)

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@davidoftheforest Good plan! Never enough PT and I found the CFAT quite fast. You have about 1 minute per question. So maybe try studying under a 1 minute time constraint. Best of luck to you :) Let us know how it goes!

  • @davidoftheforest

    @davidoftheforest

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@KyraNankivell I definitely will, thanks a million for your CFAT help videos, I have them saved in a playlist

  • @78sarika
    @78sarika2 жыл бұрын

    what's the fitness criteria for HRA and FSA role. I am 43 and little overweight. so could you tell me whats their basic fitness requirements? I have a interview schedule next week.

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Sarika, how did the interview turn out? Would love to hear about your journey in our group facebook.com/groups/cafcommunity.yt/

  • @jadecheng8797

    @jadecheng8797

    2 жыл бұрын

    A lot of running, lifting, and pulling.

  • @waydonchan9002
    @waydonchan90022 жыл бұрын

    Hopefully you would know the answer to this but, I’m someone who is in their last year of highschool and on the verge of failing my last year and probably won’t be getting my diploma. would I need this to apply because I’ve read it’s a grade 10 minimum for requirements.

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    You don’t need to graduate as far as I know! Just enough courses to have passed grade 10 :) double check but I think you’re okay

  • @waydonchan9002

    @waydonchan9002

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@KyraNankivell thank you for the reply didn’t think you would haha and thanks for the confirmation!

  • @sheepboyraps7745
    @sheepboyraps77454 жыл бұрын

    How long should I study for before be retested ? I failed the CFAT on the first try. I’m trying to be. Full-time Cook.

  • @sheepboyraps7745

    @sheepboyraps7745

    4 жыл бұрын

    Kyra Nankivell what apps do you recommend to help improve math and English before I take the CFAT again ?

  • @jadecheng8797

    @jadecheng8797

    2 жыл бұрын

    Focus on the part you failed. It's about how well you study, not how long.

  • @madridejosryuchan
    @madridejosryuchan3 жыл бұрын

    Im so close to getting it but i didnt get my proof of citizenship on time due to covid. Is there anyone who experienced an expiration in application? And if so, do you have to do all of the process you did again once you got your missing document?

  • @abdus2845

    @abdus2845

    2 жыл бұрын

    just get your missing document there. if u did cfat already u won’t have to redo i didnt

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey sorry to hear that, you can ask others here: facebook.com/groups/cafcommunity.yt/

  • @jadecheng8797

    @jadecheng8797

    2 жыл бұрын

    Not the fitness test, but my entire medical and the paperwork.

  • @Vetral_LTD.
    @Vetral_LTD.2 жыл бұрын

    Aptitude test = Is any app or book from Amazon for practice ?

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    I am sure there are resources available! Just remember you'll be completing the real exam electronically with scrap paper and a pencil :)

  • @gagandeep6001
    @gagandeep60012 жыл бұрын

    whats the requirements for fighter pilot? any idea and the age?

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Gagan, no idea tbh. My friend's brother is going to RMC for that right now, I've heard it's extremely competitive! Ask you question in the FB group facebook.com/groups/cafcommunity.yt/

  • @simonjohnboscoinuksaq5012
    @simonjohnboscoinuksaq50128 ай бұрын

    I wanna join every since I was 10 but my mom won’t let me and I’m 16

  • @Aquilas09

    @Aquilas09

    6 ай бұрын

    Just tell her that it’s your dream job but if she still refused, just wait till you are 18

  • @katrinadawx
    @katrinadawx2 жыл бұрын

    Would two weeks be good to study for appitude test?

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    Жыл бұрын

    It depends on your personal ability to absorb information and test well. I would say try a practice test to see how much you need to learn. If you are consistently studying every day and use software to help you study, I think it's possible! Of course I recommend www.army-test.com/kyra as the software of choice, but find what works best for you!

  • @Vetral_LTD.
    @Vetral_LTD.2 жыл бұрын

    How much your pension will be with only 12 years of service in the CAF as part time reservist ?

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    I am not sure! You can consult this government resource: www.tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca/fac-caf/act/rsrv-rfp/lib-rel-eng.html

  • @Vetral_LTD.
    @Vetral_LTD.2 жыл бұрын

    What is the question that we will have in the interview ? What kind of question they will do ?

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Antonios! I can't give much detail but it mine was unlike a regular employment interview. Just be honest and don't stress!

  • @Vetral_LTD.

    @Vetral_LTD.

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@KyraNankivell there is few examples on Google but I don't know if they are trustable, also a lot of videos but how and who you can trust....really thank you. If you have higher education from grade 10 and army experience you can enter in a higher rank after basic training and trade education???

  • @maylynhayes9085
    @maylynhayes90853 жыл бұрын

    Can you join if you have controlled asthma? Specifically as a Medical Technician?

  • @rawmanthefabulous6116

    @rawmanthefabulous6116

    2 жыл бұрын

    If you're prescribed an inhaler and use it then no unfortunately

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for replying to Maylyn! It'd be great to have you both in the FB group if you're interested :) facebook.com/groups/cafcommunity.yt/

  • @pashtoonlinezdakra9595
    @pashtoonlinezdakra95955 ай бұрын

    Hello I am also join your army but i dont no Can you help me

  • @dmankefor2417
    @dmankefor2417 Жыл бұрын

    nov 7 th 2023 := 20 hihi couldn't help it. I watched a lot of videos and had an answer but I'll try this 1 more time (pls do reply); can I join the Canadian army from outside of Canada with no prior military experience?

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey you must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, no prior military experience is required!

  • @dmankefor2417

    @dmankefor2417

    Жыл бұрын

    Ah! I'll have to find a way to get there.Thanks

  • @justinsotto8535
    @justinsotto85354 жыл бұрын

    Hi, I'm interested in joining the armed forces but I have mental illness ( depression) can I still join? Is there any medical information I need to provide ?

  • @dalevisity73

    @dalevisity73

    4 жыл бұрын

    You can apply but your medical will get denied. If you’re on medication you will get denied.

  • @sprinkleoflight
    @sprinkleoflight Жыл бұрын

    I wanna join next year

  • @dezjamesjr4376
    @dezjamesjr43762 жыл бұрын

    I want to joint special operations forces

  • @michaelr.1305
    @michaelr.13054 жыл бұрын

    Do you know of any EOD jos

  • @wizzyboy010_
    @wizzyboy010_4 жыл бұрын

    I really want to join the Canadian army in the future I want to be there you know like I see my self there the reason is I like Canada very much and i always wanted to join the army BUT I am from a different Nationality ☹️😣😖😫😩😢😭🥺 Is there anyway I can join please help me

  • @madridejosryuchan

    @madridejosryuchan

    3 жыл бұрын

    If you live in Canada and have received your citizenship, you can apply. You dont need to be a certain nationality to apply. You just need your proof of citizenship.

  • @louisecabana4539
    @louisecabana4539 Жыл бұрын

    What are your thoughts on someone in their early 40s joining CAF

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    Жыл бұрын

    If you’re going into a support trade I think it’s doable, combat arms may be tough though. Especially if you’re looking to have a long career

  • @S_goldman_

    @S_goldman_

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@Kyra Nankivell what if they meet all the physical requirements and are fit?

  • @Nametaken01
    @Nametaken01 Жыл бұрын

    I’ve had what it would take for four years now and I am still failing at the same old obsolete ineffective online application process, please please please help me talk to a real human recruitment officer.

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    Жыл бұрын

    Check here for contacts! forces.ca/en/find-a-recruiting-centre/

  • @Nametaken01

    @Nametaken01

    Жыл бұрын

    @@KyraNankivell thank you for your help! however just a month ago I have managed to get in contact with a recruiting officer and already have an aptitude test location and time set up!

  • @angelcherry5585
    @angelcherry55853 жыл бұрын

    My name is Gabriel from Ghana in Africa and l have no ties in Canada. Can I join the army???

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey you need to be a Canadian citizen! You can ask more Qs here: Checkout our community: facebook.com/groups/cafcommunity.yt/

  • @andrewchen2382
    @andrewchen23822 жыл бұрын

    Hello Kyra, may I ask do people need a college degree to become an combat engineer? I am a high school student last year in Quebec and looking to join the forces.

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey! No you don’t need a degree. You can join as an NCM and pursue combat engineering!

  • @andrewchen2382

    @andrewchen2382

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@KyraNankivell thank you, I was thinking If I join, these people are gonna have college degrees while Im high school some even university degree!

  • @andrewchen2382

    @andrewchen2382

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@KyraNankivell I would've thought they needed a degree but I assuming thats for engineering officer...

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@andrewchen2382 Yup some of them might. NCM stream is much different than the Officer stream. NCMs are the "doers" and officers are the planners. Some people with degrees actually pursue NCM

  • @kamalmajoka6665
    @kamalmajoka66654 жыл бұрын

    I am soldier My services experience 13 years I want go to Canada I am indian

  • @rasheedissah7749
    @rasheedissah77492 жыл бұрын

    My questionnn is can a foreigner join the Canadian Army?

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey Rasheed, you must be a Canadian citizen

  • @tyy123
    @tyy1232 жыл бұрын

    How to study 📚 for the cfat ?

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey! Checkout some of the other videos on my channel and join our community facebook.com/groups/cafcommunity.yt/

  • @zionash4813
    @zionash48132 жыл бұрын

    Hey kyra am Zion from Trinidad 20yrs old and have high expectations if joining the Canadian army can you tell me the procedure for a non citizen

  • @lenoron4453

    @lenoron4453

    2 жыл бұрын

    U have to be a citizen

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes LenoRon is correct, you must be a citizen first! If you have more questions checkout our FB community facebook.com/groups/cafcommunity.yt/

  • @kridadkool1319
    @kridadkool13194 жыл бұрын

    What if you're Form the U.S and prior service

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey! Not quite sure, we’d love to know the answer :) facebook.com/groups/cafcommunity.yt/?ref=share_group_link

  • @frankcastle448
    @frankcastle4482 жыл бұрын

    Can I be an officer if I finished studying in a foreign country? Also, if I'm a Canadian citizen for 3 yrs thanks for the answer

  • @jadecheng8797

    @jadecheng8797

    2 жыл бұрын

    Your transcripts need to be assessed by specific organization, ie. IQAS. I remember you need to be a Canadian citizen at least 6 or 9 years. Contact your local recruiting.

  • @KyraNankivell

    @KyraNankivell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Your degree will be assessed in some way to see if it’s appropriate & I don’t believe there’s a time requirement for how long you’ve been a Canadian citizen... but definitely call / visit an armoury and ask