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Paid Education Opportunity - College Event
Interested in being paid while you earn a college diploma? Join us for this webinar to learn which occupations offer this unique entry plan so you can...
Paid Education Page
To qualify for paid education, you must first join the CAF. On your application, you will indicate which Paid Education program you are applying for. Visit Joining the Canadian Armed Forces for eligibility requirements and instructions on how to apply.
Paid Education Opportunities - General Information Event
Join us for this webinar to learn more about all of the paid education opportunities we offer and discover the path that best suits your interests Hav...
Paid Education Opportunity - College Event
Interested in being paid while you earn a college diploma? Join us for this webinar to learn which occupations offer this unique entry plan so you can...
How much will I get paid? Article
The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) offers competitive salaries and world-class benefit packages including health, dental, vision, from four to six weeks ...
Can I apply with a General Education Diploma? Article
A GED or a High School Equivalency Certificate meets the basic eligibility requirements for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). However, a GED or High Sc...
Which transcripts do I need to provide to the CAF? Article
At a minimum, you will generally be required to provide your high school transcripts to show you successfully meet the minimum CAF entry standard of G...
Life in the Forces Page
The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) recognizes that education is the best investment an organization can make toward the development of its members and has a number of paid education plans for college, university and graduate-level programs.
Information Session - Medical Officer & Specialists Event
Join us live to learn about joining the Canadian Armed Forces as a MEDICAL OFFICER or SPECIALIST. Our recruiter(s) will showcase the roles, responsibi...
Dental Technician Briefing Event
To promote paid education and employment opportunities.
Medical Technician Virtual Briefing Event
To discuss the paid education opportunities for Primary Care Paramedic students.
Canadore Aviation Campus Career Fair Event
Did you know the Canadian Armed Forces has over 100 possible career options? Join us at the Canadore Aviation Job Fair, 18 April 2024, Thursday, Aviat...
Can I send my transcripts by mail? Article
When providing requested education documents, every effort should be made to obtain official copies yourself, and then bring these with you to your ap...
What are the requirements to join the CAF? Article
While each occupation may have its own academic entry standard, the basic eligibility requirements to apply to join the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) ar...
What is the education and training required to become an officer? Article
For most people, you will enroll in the CAF as a Second Lieutenant or Acting Sub-Lieutenant, depending on the element you are enrolled in (Army, Navy,...
When do I start getting paid? Article
In the Regular Force, you get paid from the Change of Strength (COS) date located on your enrollment papers, which will generally be the day you trave...
Can I start at a higher rank? Article
Depending on your previous education, trade experience, and entry plan, you may be eligible for promotion to a higher rank after successfully completi...
What is Max Age you can be to apply to CAF? Article
The maximum age at which you are eligible to apply to the CAF is 56. However, some entry plans such as Paid Education do take longer, and as a result ...
How long do I have to serve in the Canadian Armed Forces? Article
In the Regular ForceThe time you spend in the Regular Force can range from three to nine years, depending on the job you choose. If you enroll through...
Does the CAF accept homeschooling? Article
The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) does accept homeschooling diplomas and equivalencies if you have provincially issued transcripts. As an alternative su...
Joining the Canadian Armed Forces Page
Paid Education
What is the Naval Experience Program? Article
The Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) has launched a new recruitment program to give Canadians the opportunity to experience the Navy and expose them to a var...
Nursing Officer Career
As a member of the military, Nursing Officers provide primary and tertiary patient care to ill and injured Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members, either...
Are my overseas credentials recognized when applying to the CAF? Article
Credentials from schools outside of Canada are recognized by the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), however, you are responsible for providing proof that yo...
Am I a 'Skilled', 'Semi-Skilled', or 'Unskilled' applicant? Article
You can apply to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) as a Non-Commissioned Member (NCM) under three different entry plans: Unskilled; Semi-Skilled; or Ski...
Mental Health Nursing Officer Career
As a member of the military, Mental Health Nursing Officers provide nursing care in the mental health nursing domain of practice to ill and injured Ca...
Operating Room Nursing Officer Career
As a member of the military, Operating Room Nursing Officers provide nursing care in the operating room domain of practice to ill and injured Canadian...
Psychiatrist (Medical Specialist) Career
As a member of the military, Psychiatrists belong to the Medical Specialist occupation in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and provide care and clinica...
Physician Assistant Career
As a member of the military, a Physician Assistant (PA), is a health care provider who extends the hand of the supervising physician to remote or isol...
Critical Care Nursing Officer Career
As a member of the military, Critical Care Nursing Officers provide care in the critical care domain of practice to ill and injured Canadian Armed For...
Nurse Practitioner Career
As a member of the military, Nurse Practitioners provide care and treatment to ill and injured Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members and supported popul...
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (Medical Specialist) Career
As a member of the military, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation specialists (physiatrists) belong to the Medical Specialist occupation in the Canadi...
Training Development Officer Career
As a member of the military, Training Development Officers provide guidance and advice on the systematic approach to training and education and the Ca...
Physiotherapy Officer Career
As a member of the military, Physiotherapy Officers assess, educate and treat Forces members for musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. They establi...
Do I need my official/original transcripts? Article
All education documents (diplomas, degrees, transcripts) must be certified official by the issuing institution or governing school board. Copies will ...
Medical Officer Career
As a member of the military, Medical Officers provide primary health care services for Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members, whether at a Canadian Forc...
How can I expedite the recruiting process? Article
The best way to ensure that your file is processed as quickly as possible is to: Promptly respond to emails or voicemails; Avoid delays in submitting ...
Are there opportunities for indigenous peoples in the military? Article
The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) offers several different educational programs and entry plans for members of Canada s Indigenous community. Our five s...
How do I increase my competitiveness? Article
The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) application process is a competitive one. Successful applicants are selected in competition amongst other applicants a...
What is an Officer? Article
The primary role of Officers in the Canadian Armed Forces is to lead personnel and manage resources. Officers often serve as advisors, responsible for...
What is the CFAT? Article
Every applicant to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) must complete the Canadian Forces Aptitude Test (CFAT). This test is very important as it gives you...
Army Reserve Open House - Calgary Event
The Canadian Army Reserve will hold Job Fairs across the country throughout the month of April 2024. Local Army Reserve organizations will open their ...
Opportunities for Women in the Canadian Armed Forces Event
WOMEN in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) THRIVE IN YOUR CAREER Continuously move forward. The CAF offers ongoing opportunity for career advancement th...
Opportunities for Women in the Canadian Armed Forces Event
WOMEN in the Canadian Armed Forces THRIVE IN YOUR CAREER Continuously move forward. The CAF offers ongoing opportunity for career advancement through ...
I have a learning disability. Will I be supported during recruiting and training? Article
An individual will not be subject to discrimination or harassment in any form on the basis of a learning disability or a perceived learning disability...
How do I join the Military Police? Article
All Military Police (Officer) candidates will undergo initial screening at a Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre to ensure that they meet eligibility st...
Who can be a reference for my CAF employment application? Article
To be listed as a reference on your Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) application, your reference must be an adult (18 years of age or older) that knows you...
Am I eligible for a signing bonus or a higher starting salary for certain occupations? Article
Some occupations within the Canadian Armed Forces offer a signing bonus and/or higher starting salary, with certain conditions. Signing Bonus:To be el...
Firefighter Career
As a member of the military, Firefighters prevent the loss of life or property due to fire. They perform a variety of tasks including aircraft rescue,...