RMC First Year Orientation Period 2006 (FYOP)

[MotownProductions]

Si vous avez des questions au sujet de CMR ou les Forces Canadienne, les demandez ici et je les réponds.

If anyone wishes to ask questions regarding RMC or the Canadian Military in general, I am happy to field your questions. Post them here and I will reply.

- Lt Morgan (RMC)

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[DarkForce230]

@MotownProductions Hello sir. Could you tell me how the process goes for pilots? After 4 years at RMC, are you accepted straight in to the pilot school? Also, does RMC St-Jean have any sport teams, or is it only at Kingston? Thank you.

[MotownProductions]

@DarkForce230 If you are accepted into the pilot trade, then after RMC you will go dircetly into pilot training (whenever you are slotted for a course). RMC St-Jean does have sports team. I remember fencing against St-Jean while at RMC, and I know they have an avid broom ball team. There is a list of other teams on the RMC St-Jean website.

-Lt Morgan (RMC)

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[NothernerClan]

@MotownProductions Merci Mon LT. Maybe you can help our family. We have been very disapointed with the lack of information especially the lack of communication from the staff at RMCC. We've attempted dozens of times to speak with staff since before the end of school this summer. Shame. Our son is going to secondary and wished to have a good idea of what courses to choose. The only person we were ever able to speak with was the Warrant at the front gate. A lot of wasted long distance calls

[peerawattuk]

Mr. Morgan, could you please answer this question that I have. Could you please explain to me this prerequisites because I do not understand it. "The first year of a two-year pre-university programme at Quebec College of General and Vocational Education (CEGEP) and will normally be expected to offer 14 credit courses. "

[MotownProductions]

@peerawattuk This is going to get wordy: RMC Kingston takes 4 years to complete. For those applicants that RMC wanted, but did not have quite high enough grades, RMC would offer a preperatory (similar to Quebec CEGEP) year at CMR St. Jean to bring them up to standards. Afew years ago CMR changed in that now you do a preparatory year, and THEN you do your first year of University (still at CMR), afterwich you enter directly into second year of RMC. You can apply either to CMR or directly to RMC.

[derpaherp123]

@MotownProductions What is the minimum mark you need to be accepted in ontario? i have high 80's but i don't know if that is good enough

[MotownProductions]

@derpaherp123 There is no "minimum" mark. Your score is half based on school marks and half on leadership potential. If you have been a leader in your community (scouts, cadets, school council, summer camps, initiatives, etc) this will all help toward your acceptance. Personally I had around an 86 average, so you don't need staight A's to get accepted as long as you have a solid leadership potential.

-Lt Morgan (RMC)

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[derpaherp123]

@MotownProductions Thanks a lot sir. i have just one more question. Could you tell me if im on the right track and maybe give some suggestions of what else to do to help in the selections process. i have and 86 average after i semester of grade 11 play on the rugby and football team but have not been a captain. i have volunteered at a daycare centre and i'm a certified lifeguard any tips would be appreciated.

[LaughingGoon]

@MotownProductions Sir, are there any prerequisites? I'm currently an army cadet, and I'm hoping to be accepted into RMC when I graduate. Is every degree 4 years? How many years do you need to serve in the Forces?

Thank you Sir.

[MotownProductions]

@LaughingGoon If you go through the 4 year degree program (all programs are 4 years) you will sign a contract typically for 14 years. HOWEVER after RMC only 5 years are obligatory (7 for pilots). Therefore after five years you can leave the Canadian Forces if you so coose.

-Lt Morgan (RMC)

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[KASHTutorials]

I'm interested in joining RMC, but not sure on what area to enrole in if I was to be accepted.

I have a strong grasp of math and science (over 90 in both subjects) but I would also like to serve in the army as a infantry commander. I'd like to experience actual combat experience as a captain of troops, but I'd like to use my strong understanding of math and science as well.

Any recommendation for job paths?

[hammerhead4896]

@KASHTutorials Try military intelegence you wont get as much field time but you can put those skillz to good use

[MotownProductions]

@KASHTutorials If you want to put your skills to work I would reccomend Construction Engineering. In that roll you will use your degrees and often in demanding environments such as Afghanistan.

-Lt Morgan (RMC)

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[cadigan100]

do the canadian forces offer rewards for officers entering with outstanding high school grades?

[MotownProductions]

@cadigan100 I'm not sure what you mean by "rewards" but everyone is accepted into the ROTP program in the same manner.

-Lt Morgan (RMC)

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[aknoor22]

@MotownProductions

Hi i was wondering whats the minimum commitment in the military

after the completion of the RMC and also why did you join the military

and lastly do you ever regret joing the army. Please inbox me thank you

[MotownProductions]

@aknoor22 The minimum commitment is 5 years after RMC (or 7 for pilots). I look at it as guarenteed work. I joined the military because I wanted an education, and I wanted to make a difference in the world by participating in U.N., Humanitarian, and other missions. I do not regret my decisions at all.

-Lt Morgan (RMC)

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[aknoor22]

@MotownProductions

If you would'nt mind I was also wondering if I attended a civilian Univerisity for a year and decided to

switch to the RMC during my second year or part way in my first year of university would I be able to do that.

And also could i enter the RMC without a Canadian Citizenship. (Permanent Residence/Landed Immigrant)

Thanks again

[MotownProductions]

@aknoor22 You can switch to RMC after completing a year at another university. There is a system in place for accepting outside university credits, but you will likely still have to redo some first year classes. You must be a Canadian Citizen to be in the Canadian Forces. If you wish to apply to RMC I reccomend you apply for Citizenship. As you are already a permanent landed immigrant, applying for Citizenship is relatively easy compared to newcommers to Canada.

-Lt Morgan (RMC)

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[canadianpilot09]

@MotownProductions

What sort of chances are you looking at of getting into with 10 years of competative boys soccer, my average in grade 11 was only about a 60 somthing but i just started grade 12 now and i have all the classes i need to get into a mechanical engineering degree, also im on a pintball team, tried for school council but didnt make it as people only voted for there friends as per usual.....

Thanks

[MotownProductions]

@canadianpilot09

Please check your inbox for a response. Could not post here (length issues).

-Lt Morgan, A. (RMC)

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[Runner5504]

3:48-3:55 He is a team player! Best part.

[donkeydong11]

hey im going to RMC on august 14 to start my training, but i still havent received my package of papers from RMC to tell me which program i'm actually in. All i know is i am going to be an artillery officer...around when did you receive your papers from RMC

[MotownProductions]

@donkeydong11 Hey, you are not entered to a specific program when you first enter RMC. You will either enter the Arts stream or the Engineering stream. All Artsmen will take the same classes in first year, and after that you will go into whichever degree you want. All Engineers will take the same classes aswell and then branch out after first year aswell.

-2Lt Morgan, A. (RMC)

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[donkeydong11]

@MotownProductions i just recently got informed that i was in the arts stream.. and that makes sense that all the arts are the same first year and the engineers are the same as well. the girl at the recruiters office said she thinks i got my first program choice which was military strategics and leadership i believe.

[phatGTO1]

what is the dicipline level like a RMC looks really strict

[MotownProductions]

That depends what your talking about and what you are comparing it to. Compared to a civilian university, yes, many would consider RMC very strict. Compared to U.S. military universities RMC is much less strict.

[phatGTO1]

@MotownProductions Im only 15 and joining either the full time army or army reserves is a dream of mine but i just dont know which one to pick, can you transfer from reserves into like a platoon or whatever its called after youve been in reserves for say 3 years? and i mean strict as in you seen in these yankee movies where you gotta fucken stand there and say sir after everything you say whilst saluting

[MotownProductions]

@phatGTO1 Yes, you can transfer from the Reserves to a Regular Force at nearly anytime. I was in the reserves for 5 months before switching to regular force. I am not well versed in Army regiments, suffice to say the level of "strictness" veries from regiment to regiment. When you book an interview for the C.F. the recruiter will be able to tell you more.

-2Lt Morgan, A. (RMC)

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[phatGTO1]

@MotownProductions Cheers mate, i was just wandering also, do you start off as a private, sargeant, sargeant first class and all that like the american army or is the aus army different rank names?

[MotownProductions]

@phatGTO1 Well I am in the Canadian Military, so am not quite sure. But most armies' rank start at Private.

[phatGTO1]

@MotownProductions thanks for all your help buddy

[Runner5504]

Hey, what program did you take when you were at RMC, and what job do you have know?

[MotownProductions]

I initially started in Buisness Administration, and then transferred to Military and Strategic Studies. I am now being trained as a Weapons Director (Aerospace Control Officer). I graduated RMC last May.

-2Lt Morgan, A. (RMC)

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[Runner5504]

@MotownProductions I would have liked to have gone for the strategic studies as well, but sadly I didn't make the cut. I plan on applying next year though.

[DougMenzies]

Wow, very impressive.

I'm an Aussie, planning to go through Australian Defence Force Academy, beginning next year. That will include a year at our own RMC, Duntroon.

Would love to serve alongside some Canadians

[miki931000]

My boyfriend is currently at RMC right now going through FYOP. I've barely talked to him since it began but from what he's told me it is pretty rough and not for the weak at heart. I'm so proud of all the men and woman who have stuck through it! Can't wait to go for reunion weekend in about two weeks :) goodluck to all!

[SpidermansSymbiote]

Is it true they mainly look at your extracurricular activities when deciding who gets accepted? I have a friend who wants to go to RMC but he thinks he won't get in because he wasn't on any sports teams in high school. He was on the football team (twice) but quit both times.

Thanks

[MotownProductions]

RMC looks at two aspects. 50% of your application is Academics, 50% is leadership potential. Leadership potential is generally marked on places where you have demonstrated leadership - community service, sports, leading events/projects in town or around school all counts. Being on sports teams isn't absolutely necessary, but you do need some leadership potential. If you look around all of my comments you will find more info on this.

-OCdt. Morgan, A.

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[SpidermansSymbiote]

Thanks a lot. I'll be sure to tell him this (and look through your comments).

[MotownProductions]

I would agree with you, as RMC Cadets were at one time very "arrogant" after they graduated. After three years of being at RMC, however, I would find it hard to believe that anyone in my year would be arrogant. The NCM's realized the problem, and when I went through my Initial Assesment Period and Basic Officer Training courses, the instructors drilled the phrase into our heads, "LISTEN TO YOUR NCO'S!" The same message was portrayed at RMC. I believe that that problem has been rectafied.

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[countrygirl4lifee]

Wow, this is an awesome video! I was at the Reunion weekend this year and I love it! I want to go there after high school, my dream to actaully.I don't speak french but reading some of your comments to people, were you saying that 50% of what they look at is your marks and classes and such and the other 50% is your mp and leadership skills? I may be waaay off lol but with my broken french that's what I picked up.Great video! Inspirational for me to keep working for it!!

Thanks-Mel

[MotownProductions]

Yes, you read correctly. In the interview you are marked 50% on school marks, and 50% on military potential. - Military potential is your ability to lead others viewed by past achievements. i.e. helping to run summer camps, leading people in projects (environmental, cross-cultural, or any other type of community service where you lead others). Other groups like Ventres and rovers where your leading others helps aswell. I hope that helps.

-OCDT Morgan, A.

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[lowfiwhiteguy]

I'm almost two years into an international business administration degree - which I'm bored sick of. I'm completing BMQ training this summer coming, so I'll be an able seaman come September I'm assuming. Anyway, I want to apply to RMC. Will they still want to look at my highschool transcripts as well as my current post-secondary grades? Thanks, if anyone can answer.

[MotownProductions]

PART I/II

I have asked a recruiter your question and this is the reply:

Thank you for your interest in the Canadian Forces (CF).

I have attached the Academic Requirements to be eligible for entry into RMC and also Part 9 of the attached asks what your previous and current educatiion is. It will be taken into consideration when you apply for RMC. Be particulaily consice when filling in this section as it is important.

[MotownProductions]

PART II/III

Should you have any additional questions or require an information package, please contact us at the number below. The 1 800 number is only operational in Canada and will connect you to the recruiting centre nearest you.

[lowfiwhiteguy]

Thanks so much for the info, I'm straightened out now!

[grandin105]

Hey all, anyone from RMC.. I applied in early december and I am wondering when do i get the call? do I get one even if i do not get accepted?

[MotownProductions]

Yes. You get a call even if you are not accepted. I can't say when it will be, you get a call when ever the selection board releases your info (which could be anytime). Personally I recieved my phone call about a month before school ended.

OCDT Morgan, A.

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[franciscosiles]

say hipathetically speaking usa invades us and Canada following ur ideas doesnt have armed forces? what do we do then? asked them if they can kindly withdraw their forces from our territory?

[franciscosiles]

to Kepiblanc2007: what Motownproductions is saying is true a good sovereign nation can not survive with out good armed forces, and u say the USA would protect us, how can u be so sure of that?

[kepiblanc2007]

What if the Canadian citizen is a dual national with the contry that comes into conflict? How can he or she properly serve? I think therefore, Canada should just be a peaceful country with no army like Japan.

[MotownProductions]

Part I

Japan has a formidable army included in the Japan Self-Defense Forces. The JSDF numbered 239,430 in 2005 with 147,737 in the Ground Self-Defense Force. When you see these numbers remember Canada's entire Canadian Forces consist of 62,000 regulars.

The JSDF deploys overseas and acts as any other sovereign military.

[kepiblanc2007]

But how many of Japan's forces has actually seen combat? How many have actually exchanged fire with the enemy? Even peaceful Canada has more combat experienced soliders and officers. Japan was doing combat service support, not combat arms.

[KOGR11]

what does this orientation period go for? I have been really interested to get into RMC.

[MotownProductions]

The orientation period lasts about a month. Is that what you wanted to know?

OCDT Morgan, A.

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[cndmo]

thank you but i was actually asking about why is this orientation period for, i didnt have to face anything in university of calgary so my question what is this orientation for.

[todd13131313]

RMC is a military college, although I do not attend it yet, I do know that the FYOP (orientation) is concluded with the obstacle course, which is photographed above. The obstacle course is what truly tests a cadet to see if they have the mental and physical ability and extreme teamwork abilities to be an officer in the Canadian Forces.

[MotownProductions]

I agree with Todd13131313 (above). I'll only add to what he has to say. The First Year Orientation Period (FYOP) is designed to teach OCDT's about life at the college. It also ensures that history and traditions are carried down from year to year. FYOP also brings the cadets closer together, and reminds them that the Canadian Forces as well as college life is a team effort. Basically FYOP is people processing.

OCDT Morgan, A.

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[MotownProductions]

Part II

If you are really under the illusion that Canada can survive without an army, I suggest you look into how well that worked out for Tibet. With Russia and the US so close, Canada would quickly be annexed for all of its resources, and would cease to exist at all.

-ÉLOF Morgan, A.

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[kepiblanc2007]

No, USA would protect us. So will Britain. And we dont need an Army.

[beliserius]

Well, i may not speak for anyone but myself.

I am ethnically Chinese, if China goes to war against Canada, i would be more than happy/glad to fight for Canada.

[kepiblanc2007]

Some Japanese Americans also fought against Japan in IWO Jima with the MIS and the 101 Airborne Divison. Not just fighting the european theater like the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, Go For Broke.

[daking5464]

Si l'on a deja le permis de pilotage privée, est-ce que les normes médicaux sont différents?

[MotownProductions]

Je pense pas. Vous devez le faire tout le même.

-ÉLOF Morgan, A.

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[filoufil]

''Les pilotes doivent fair un examaine supplementaire qui duré environ 5 jours.''

Could you tell me more about this?

Im in my first year of CEGEP and planning to go to the RMC for the next year, wishing to become a pilote,

Thanks for your answer!

[MotownProductions]

D'accord, les 3 premiers jours sont a Trenton pour une simulation de vol. Le simulateur mesura la co-ordination entres les mains et les yeux. Ils utilisant just les instrauments. Les 2 derniers jours sont seulement pour des examens médicaux. Si tu échoué l'examain,tu peux le faire encore après tu as gagné ton permit de pilotage privée. Le meillure façon d'étudie pour l'examain et de utaliser MS Flight Sim. Ou prennez un lesson ou deux avec un instructeur de pilotage.

[MotownProductions]

Oh, et au sujet de l'argent. Ça depend si vous avez eu l'experience dans le militaire avant. Si oui, comme dans les reserves, tu recevoirai le même niveau de solde. Si non, c'est approxamativement $550 chaque mois après le nourriture, accomodation, taxes, etc. C'est vraiment $550 dans ta poche chaque mois.

-ÉLOF Morgan, A.

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[kermite86]

j'aimerais savoir s'il vous serait possible de m'envoyer de le dvd contenant la course a obstacle +1 hour of raw footage of the FYOP experience

thanks

Marc

Futur étudiant au rmc

[MotownProductions]

Oui, je peux la faire. Juste m'envoye ton nom et adress.

ÉLOF Morgan, A.

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[daking5464]

So if I had a pretty good average at secondary school but didn't do anything to show my leadership potential, I'm probably not going to be considered, am I?

And when do they tell you what your orientation will be? I want to be a pilot, but I doubt my parents would let me go to RMC if I might end up on the front lines...

One last thing, if we're from Quebec and going through CEGEP, when would we apply for RMC? After our first or our second year?

[MotownProductions]

PART I/II

Salut Encore!!! Je m'excuse, je suis allé pour trouver la reponse de ton question au sujet de CEGEP et j'ai oublié de repondre. D'accord, premierement, vous devez faire quelque chose pour le "Leadership Potential" au cause que c'est 50% de ton application. Aussi, quand tu vas remplir la formulaire pour entre la Force-Canadienne, il y a 5 trous pour choissir ton métier. Les pilotes doivent fair un examaine supplementaire qui duré environ 5 jours.

[MotownProductions]

Part II/III

Tu peux dire a ton mère et père que la métier de pilote est possible mais la plus sûr dans la Force-Canadienne. Sans CEGEP tu peux appliquer a l'année préprétoire au St-Jean.

[MotownProductions]

PART III/III

Avec une année ou plus de CEGEP tu peux appliquer directement au CMR. Aussi, si tu n'aime pas la millitaire, tu peux quitter CMR et le millitaire n'importe quelle temps durant la premiere anée sans l'obligation de depensé l'argent pour l'école.

Si vous avez d'autre question ou a besson de clarification me demander S.V.P.

ÉLOF Morgan, A.

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[MotownProductions]

Si vous avez d'autre questions, je suis toujours ici.

ÉLOF Morgan, A.

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[rickyandjulie]

visit the rmc site it has alot of useful info

[kermite86]

quelle étai votre moyenne du secondaire pour être accepté au I.A.P (Initial Assesment Period)

[MotownProductions]

Je n'ai pas fait très bien en école secondaire, mais j'ai eu un moyenne de B. Pour être accepté au CMR vous êtes examiné en deux sections: 50% est les notes d'école et 50% est ton ''Leadership Potential'' Qui est trouver par les choses que vous avez fait comme un Leader (Ex. doyen d'un camp d'été, et positions dans le commité d'étudients en école secondaire). J'espère que vous avez me compris. Est-ce que vous avez interesse d'apliquer au CMR?

ÉLOF Morgan, A.

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[franciscosiles]

i think this video is great, and the music is justr okay, but we shouldn't worry about the musical likes of one person or o ther this videos is here for us what r troops have to endure on their firs year

[momof1atrmc]

As a mom of a first year cadet what a great way to see what they went through the first month. Great work.

[MotownProductions]

Nice to hear your comment. If you're interested in this video + 1 hour of raw footage of the FYOP experience, I can send you a dvd.

Élof Officier Morgan, A.

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[mankrikswife]

rmc sucks, you have no idea how much it sucks to be here

[MotownProductions]

Who is this?

Élof Officier Morgan, A.

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[mankrikswife]

LOL morgan youre such a tool

[MotownProductions]

Mankrikswife,

I noticed that you made the comment on my video of how I'm such a tool. I also noticed that you neglected to leave your name.

I have no problem with you reflecting negative comments about my work or myself, however you should at least have the decency and courage to put your name behind your words. Man up or leave your comments to yourself.

-Officer Cadet Morgan, A.

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[gerry301]

Oh yeah, and lousy music.

[livyphoenix]

everyone cann't have horrible taste in music like you luv... there isnt anything worry with the music get over yourself

[gerry301]

I probobly do have terrible taste in music, and there's probobly nothing wrong with this, and some people must like it. But I really really don't.

[MotownProductions]

Yeah - I read your lousy music comment the first 2 times. You can stop blowing hot air now. - Thanks,

Élof Officier Morgan, A.

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[gerry301]

Snarky, aren't we. I replied to a comment and I don't remember your name being part of the conversation.

[MotownProductions]

When it is my choice of music that you are bashing on a film that I have made, I believe that I gain the right to make a comment on my own wall.

Officer Cadet Morgan, A.

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[gerry301]

LOL, point made. You have my apologies. My remark was rude and uncalled for.

[gerry301]

Canadian troops are good troops, just not enough of them. Most Canadians prefer to bury thier head in the ground rather than take thier place in the world.

[MotownProductions]

Part I - Dear Gerry, I find that there are gross errors in your statement that Canadians would rather bury their heads in the ground rather than take their place in the world. - Since 1947 Canadians have been involved in 72 international operations. Canadians continue to make large overseas commitments. The most notable one currently is Afghanistan under operation Athena where we have 2,500 soldiers, airmen, and soldiers deployed. So far 45 soldiers have been killed under this operation.

[gerry301]

Sorry it took so long to respond, but apparently, I never got your comment. I tried to deliniate between the Canadian troops and the Canadian people. I remember in particular a Canadian soldier who had done quite well and some made the comment he cut off ears of the dead. He was called to testify, an investigation was done and his name dragged through the mud. Found not guilty,it was dropped. Reputation of a hero destroyed,( no apologies)by those who believe political correctness is paramount.

[gerry301]

The public sentiment in Canada has been largely politically correct with almost no support for the troops it does send. So my feeling has been while it may send some, the majority would rather not be involved, and don't like it when they are.

[MotownProductions]

PART I/IV I think that you are correct in what you are saying, but you need to put it into context. During the 1930's Unification, and under the NDP government, the Canadian Military was devastated. While the Military budget decreased exponentially, the number of missions we participated in increased exponentially. The catch phrase of the day was, "Do more with less." Then a Canadian soldier made the comment that, (continued)

[MotownProductions]

PART II/IV"we have been doing so much with so little for so long, that we are now qualified to do everything without anything." And while this was true at the time, I think you would find the situation quite different today. Under the current Conservative government our troops have finally received the necessary kit and tools needed to take an important combat role in the front. For the first time ever when the Commander in Afghanistan asks for new equipment, he often receives more than he needs

[MotownProductions]

PART III/IV And if you have watched CBC recently I think you would find it hard to find a handful of soldiers that are against the mission in Afghanistan. I make it a point to go around the public and ask individuals if they support the mission in Afghanistan, and I have found that the only people that are against the mission in Afghanistan are those that are uneducated about the issues in Afghanistan, the region, and world politics in general.

[gerry301]

You speak to the issues well. Yes it is often the uneducated and uniformed who are against the assistance given to Afganistan as well as those with short memories. However they also vote, and to a politition thats all that counts.

[MotownProductions]

PART IV/IV Maybe it's the Canadian education system or news stations that we should be blaming, and not the soldiers that willingly risk their lives so that children can go to school, ensure women's rights exist, and stop warlords from terrorizing the Afghan population. The Canadian military is a voluntary military, and no one is forced to go to Afghanistan, or on any other mission.

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[gerry301]

It is a sign of the times as well as education and the news. The internet seems to be having its play now and the education system as well as MSM are under attack for playing to political readers versus the actual account of what is really happening. That appears to be where the internet fits in. I am sure you will serve your country well, so good luck be with you.

[p2pjunky]

Excuse my cynicsm, but your missing the point about why we are in the 'stan - it's about politics:we're there as part of NATO, and in support of our southern neighbor. It's not about educating children, guarantying woman's rights or stopping warlords; if it was, we'd be in Africa (we have a grand total of how many troops in darfur?)It's pure self-interest, and while I couldn't agree with that more, it's delusion to say that we are there because we care about the ppl there.

[countrygirl4lifee]

See, I have to disagree with you there. I believe if we were there just for self-interest, you would hear of a lot more soldiers who don't support the mission. They'd be sacrificing for... nothing. I do believe our soldiers are there to help the people and there is lots of signs indicating such.

[p2pjunky]

The man on the ground doesn't worry about the politics of the matter. As far as he/she is concerned, it's us vs the terrorists/taliban. In order to accomplish that mission, winning hearts and minds is necessary, thus the humanitarian aspect which they are glad to do.

I'm not saying that we don't have a reason for being there, I'm saying that we're there to serve Canadian interests, not the Afghan people-they are just one aspect of a complex mission.

[MotownProductions]

The point that I was trying to make was the view of the Canadian soldier. Why soldiers go to war and why a country decides to go to war are two very different reasons. I always love how people say "self-interest" as though it is evil. Of course we're there out of self-interest. Otherwise we wouldn't be there at all. - We also go on peacekeeping missions out of self-interest. Just because we are there out of self interest doesn't mean that we don't care about the people.

OCDT Morgan, A.

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