I have to turn mine in and I'd like to have it clean beforehand. Can I just put it in the washing machine or do I have to get it dry cleaned? Thanks.

VAC Reassesment

Hi everyone,

Just curious if anyone is in a similar boat. I have a PTSD reassessment in that is at 18 weeks since they received my completed application. On their wait time tool it says 50 percent will be completed within 9 weeks and 90 percent within 17 weeks.

They further state if your application goes over the 90 percent to contact them. I called them and the call center person said there is nothing to be done besides wait. I am confused why they tell us to call and then the call center does nothing.

Does anyone else have a reassessment in or done recently, how long did it take? Any advice for me. This wouldn’t be the first application that VAC has lost of mine. Thank you.

From my understanding for a non-military member visiting a members gravestone a penny can be left to show remembrance as well as other denominations of coins to signify other levels of interaction. With Canada having removed the penny from circulation and them being harder to find nowadays what can be left instead? Or is the correct thing to do leave nothing except a prayer and thanks?

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• The Canadian Armed Forces Dress Instructions

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Apologies for the late submission, I saved this in my drafts and had all intentions to post a whole lot earlier. Cheers!

From: https://vetspensionerror.ca/

"We are pleased to inform you that the Federal Court decision approving the settlement of this class proceeding became effective on March 19, 2024.

Later this year, Class Members who currently receive disability pensions directly from Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) will automatically receive settlement payments from VAC by direct deposit or cheque.

Estates, family members of deceased Class Members and other Class Members who do not currently receive disability pensions directly from VAC will be required to submit a Claim by March 19, 2025. Claims can be submitted at the administrator’s website:

[English] veteranspensionsettlement.kpmg.ca

[Francais] veteranspensionreglement.kpmg.ca

A dedicated call center has been established by the administrator to address general inquiries and help individuals complete the online claims form. Please call 1 (833) 839-0648. You may also visit the administrator’s FAQ page."

Updated thread from 7 months ago - https://www.reddit.com/r/CanadianForces/comments/16m2ywj/settlement_finalized_in_283m_disabled_veterans/

Hi, I made VAC claims for PTSD and ulcerative colitis. My PTSD (+GA and MDD) was approved but my UC was denied. I am looking to make an appeal since I am having really bad UC flares stemming from PTSD, whereas before I had joined my UC was completely stable with no flares for over 10 years.

How does the appeal normally work?

In the letter it says there are options such as using a lawyer from the Bureau of Pension Advocates

or using a representative of your own choice at your expense.

Would there be a difference between both options? Should I go with BPA or find a lawyer, If I am to find a lawyer who would you recommend (Vancouver BC area) also how much would they normally charge. Would there be a difference in processing times?

Also if I appeal my UC should I appeal my PTSD claim also? (if I reappeal a positive decision could they change their mind and deny it?)

Little context, probably just rumours floating around but it came from a very credible source. WHO knows the person dealing with postings on a personal level, I’ve had my Posting message for a month now, this is my first posting aside from my initial after DP1, so what I’ve heard is a bunch of guys from Shiloh and pet have had there posting cut, now because I’ve been fucked in this job and finally got a saving grace getting out of my unit, I’m wondering if they can take away the posting after the message has been cut, for reference my Posting is on MM under future posting, I have my message and have been already working big time with bgrs. Can they take this away due to some bullshit reason? or am I in the clear. Hoping to hear back, from anyone. Don’t need more stress in my life and I have a hard time dealing with everything going on already. If they did there getting a nice little release memo to realize there fuck up.

I was at my insurance broker yesterday to review my coverage and I asked offhand if they had a veterans discount. The broker said he didn’t know but he went online and had a look and it turns out that they do. I’m saving about $100 a month. I’m with The Cooperators but I’m sure that other Insurance companies offer this too. That’s a house and two vehicles.

18 years in the airforce and ive always been told that the bird always associated with RCAF was an Albatross. Today I was researching and learned its an eagle?? Can anyone confirm which it is??

Hey guys, I thought I posted this last week but I guess it didnt go through.

​

If you're on a medical pension, and you have a seasonal civilian job, can you still collect EI while collecting VAC pension and off for the winter?

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Hope someone has experience in this to help

I am a civilian so I dont know much about this.

I've searched it up and learned about the national sentry program but I don't really understand.

How is a person selected to guard it? Is it volunteer based and what do you have to do in your military career to be able to guard it? Do you need a certain amount of time in or certain rank?

Hello all! Danish serviceman here deploying to adazi in August. Does anyone here know if the climbing wall in adazi is top rope or lead climbing? Thank you in advance

##This is the thread to ask all your questions about the Recruitment Process, Basic & Occupational Training, and other questions relating directly or indirectly to serving in the Canadian Armed Forces.

Before you post, please ensure:

1. You read through the the previous Recruiting Threads.

2. Read through the Recruiting FAQ, and;

   a. The NEW "What to expect on BMQ/BMOQ Info thread".

3. Use the subreddit's search feature, located at the top of the sidebar.

4. Check your email spam folder! The answer to your recent visit to CFRC may lie within!

• With those four simple steps, finding your answer may be quicker than you think! (Answers to your questions may have already been asked.)

Every week, a new thread is borne:

This thread will remain stickied for one week and will renew Sundays at approx. 2200hrs ET.

RULES OF THE THREAD:

1. Trolling, off-topic comments, sarcastic, or wrong info/answers/single word answers will be removed. Same with out-dated information, anecdotal (" I knew a guy who...") or bad advice; these comments will also be removed.

2. Please don't delete your questions (or answers), as others/lurkers may be looking for that same info. Questions duplicated throughout the thread may be removed by Mods, and those re-posting may be restricted from participating.

3. NO "Let me Google that for you" or "A quick search of the subreddit/Google..." -type answers. We're more professional and mature than that. Quote your source and provide a link, but make sure the info you provide is current (within a couple of years). But, it is strongly suggested you see points 1-3 above.

4. Please do not send PM's to people answering your questions. Conversely, don't ask for PM's from people posting questions. Ask your questions, give answers in these threads, for all to see. We can't see your PM's, and someone lurking may be looking for the same answer/question. If the questions are too "sensitive," then use a throwaway, or save it for the MCC Interview. Offenders will be reported to the Mods, and potentially banned from participating in these threads.

5. Questions regarding Medical Eligibility (except Vision) will be removed, as no one here is qualified to answer whether or not you will be able to join with whatever condition you have. Likewise, questions asking what conditions in general would lead to disqualification will also be removed. If you have such a question, you're encouraged to review the Medical FAQ. Questions regarding the Recruiting Medical Process, Trade Eligibility Standards, or the documentation you need to submit regarding your medical condition as part of your application may still be accepted. Vision requirements are fine to post, as the categories are publicly known. Source

6. If you report a comment, or have concern about info being provided, Message the Mods, and provide a link. Without context or explanation, the report will be ignored. Comments may be removed at Moderator discretion, with or without warning.

USEFUL RESOURCES:

• Forces.ca - Official CAF Recruiting Website

• Military Pay Rates

  • Pay rates for Officers
  • Pay rates for Non-Commissioned Members (NCMs)
  • Pay rates for Specialist NCMs

• The Canadian Armed Forces Dress Instructions

  • Ch. 2, Sec. 1 - Wear of Uniform (When and where you can wear your uniform.)
  • Ch. 2, Sec. 2 - Appearance (Hair, Beards, Tattoos, etc.)
  • Ch. 2, Sec. 3 - Religious and Spiritual Accommodation

• Medical Standards for Military Occupations

  • Read Rule 5 and the Medical FAQ before asking any medical questions.
  • Annex A - The Medical Category System
    • Appendix 1 - Instructions for Testing Visual Acuity
    • Appendix 2 - Instruction for Testing Colour Vision
    • Appendix 3 - Table of Hearing Standards
  • Annex B - Generic Task Statement - All CAF Members
  • Annex E - Minimum Medical Standards for Officers and Non-Commissioned Members

• National Defence Act

• Policies, standards, orders, directives and regulations from the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces. (Compensation and Benefits Instructions (CBI), Queen's Regulation & Orders (QR&Os), etc.)

DISCLAIMER:

The members answering in the vein of CAF Recruiting may not have specific information pertaining to your individual application status or files. The information presented in this thread should be current, but things do change. Refer to the forces.ca site or your local CFRC detachment for the current official answer. This subreddit, moderators, and users hold no responsibility or liability as to the accuracy of information, given or received. All info here is presented as "at your risk."

Hey everyone, I’m a reservist and I’m being posted to NAVRESHQ in QC City this summer for almost 4 months. I’ll be staying in Pointe-à-Carcy Residence (it’s in the port next to old Quebec). Does anyone know if there’s a gym I can go to nearby that’s free for military members? If there is none, I’d appreciate some tips for what to do as well when there.