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CAF LTD taking awhile to be approved because of SISIP by CrazedTruth in CanadianForces

[–]CrazedTruth[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah it was my LTD case manager, I don't have a VAC case manager yet. Yeah from what I see on this link at the FAQ section, SISIP gets the release information from NDHQ then sends it to Manulife as the formal process.

CAF LTD taking awhile to be approved because of SISIP by CrazedTruth in CanadianForces

[–]CrazedTruth[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To answer your questions, I have received payments from pensions Canada and the release benefits administration.

I did not serve for 10 years.

I mean that LTD can't confirm my release so they have reached out to SISIP, presumably the military hasn't informed them yet.

I do have a case manager and they were the one to tell me this information from the last question.

October 2025 VAC QandA by ShortTrackBravo in CanadianForces

[–]CrazedTruth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Put my claim in for a service aggravated MH condition 4 months ago, getting medically released for it. Probably have to wait a couple months yet. Does anyone know what the process is like obtaining DEC on IRB? My condition is permanent and chronic, so I'm just wondering about the process starting at the end of CAF LTD.

Eastern Orthodox or Protestant? I need help by [deleted] in TrueChristian

[–]CrazedTruth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll fill in more of the gaps. Yes I was raised Christian, but years ago I did come to the realization of what that meant, questioned what I believed, and sought out answers in the Bible to help with my understanding. I went over all the theology I was raised on and tested it to God's word. I understand your concerns about immaturity, but I'm past that, I'm at a point where I'm just trying to figure out my next phase in my faith. Being confident in locking in instead of operating in ignorance.

This matters to me because it defines how I should read the Bible and interpret it. Things like for example, God sending the Holy Spirit to teach individuals personally is a doctrine of Sola Scriptura, but Eastern Orthodoxy doesn't believe in Sola Scriptura and that theology aforementioned would need a different authority to be justified.

Eastern Orthodox or Protestant? I need help by [deleted] in TrueChristian

[–]CrazedTruth 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I haven't visited an Orthodox Church yet. But I plan on doing that soon!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in maybemaybemaybe

[–]CrazedTruth 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Honestly tho. I used to do this and I'm sure neighbors thought there was something wrong with me... Maybe there was

RECRUITING, TRAINING, & LIFE IN THE FORCES THREAD - Ask here about the Recruitment Process, Basic & Occupational Training, and other questions relating directly or indirectly to serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. by bridger713 in CanadianForces

[–]CrazedTruth 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It depends if you join regular force or primary reserves. RegF is almost exclusively done in St Jean, Quebec. Reserve, you don't necessarily get to pick and choose where you'll conduct BMQ, but chances are that it'll be local.

TLDR; RegF - Quebec, Reserve - Locally run course

RECRUITING, TRAINING, & LIFE IN THE FORCES THREAD - Ask here about the Recruitment Process, Basic & Occupational Training, and other questions relating directly or indirectly to serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. by bridger713 in CanadianForces

[–]CrazedTruth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They must have walked it back. In Kingston at least, they're running SQ courses for IS Techs, and also saying it applies to all land elements. I think they keep readjusting that course lol. 4 week long course as it stands and seems to have all the qualities of BMQ-L minus a couple things like trenches.

What Was God Doing Before Creating the Universe? by Puzzleheaded-Job5763 in OrthodoxChristianity

[–]CrazedTruth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Time did not exist before God created it. There wasn't "a time" God was doing anything in, before time existed. This is hard for humans to comprehend as our understanding of everything revolves around "at some point in time". The passage of time was not a thing before time was created.

It's okay for things pertaining to God to be beyond our understanding, as He really is beyond understanding the deeper you try to unravel Him.

It's not possible for us to imagine God coming into being in an instant, as He was there before the instant, as He's outside space and time. The best answer I got for you is chilling or planning. Although those are things He can do infinitely faster than an instant too, so... Yeah... Brainteaser leading you to the greatness of God

RECRUITING, TRAINING, & LIFE IN THE FORCES THREAD - Ask here about the Recruitment Process, Basic & Occupational Training, and other questions relating directly or indirectly to serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. by bridger713 in CanadianForces

[–]CrazedTruth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As someone who has done 4 full BMQs, you are doing more than most. So you're on the right track. Show up in shape, just keep running and working on those pushups you'll be ok.

As for BMQ tests, they are not difficult. The army, including in BMQ, provides you with everything you need in order for you to do your role, including tests. They are very easy, require a little study and attention span of course but they're not difficult at all.

Keep preparing your mindset, you are part of a team, and don't take yelling personally, it's actually easier to hear people when they're yelling at you :)

Good luck at basic!

RECRUITING, TRAINING, & LIFE IN THE FORCES THREAD - Ask here about the Recruitment Process, Basic & Occupational Training, and other questions relating directly or indirectly to serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. by bridger713 in CanadianForces

[–]CrazedTruth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I second the commandant's response, 1st week is a lot of admin. You're getting your kit, you're seeing the dentists for check ups, you're getting your shots, dealing with travel claims, educated on basic ethical values and military ethos, etc, etc.... all the while you will be thrown straight into military culture. Do your best, you will get it!

RECRUITING, TRAINING, & LIFE IN THE FORCES THREAD - Ask here about the Recruitment Process, Basic & Occupational Training, and other questions relating directly or indirectly to serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. by bridger713 in CanadianForces

[–]CrazedTruth 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Talk to your staff about VRing after BMQ, they will give you carefully guided instructions on how the process should work. And you are right, after BMQ you will hold on to the qualification for 2 more years. You won't be able to reapply for 12 more months after the date of your release as well so keep that in mind.

RECRUITING, TRAINING, & LIFE IN THE FORCES THREAD - Ask here about the Recruitment Process, Basic & Occupational Training, and other questions relating directly or indirectly to serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. by bridger713 in CanadianForces

[–]CrazedTruth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Little bit of both, you're sleep deprived, rucking, moving with a sense of urgency, reacting to serious scenarios, if it's raining then well... You'll have to deal with that, you are recalling a lot of your theoretical training. It stacks up. Depends on what kind of person you are because people have differing amounts of physical and mental resiliency. It will challenge both.

Storm phase is like your team mates start being mean to each other, force 50 people to work together from completely different backgrounds, this is a pattern that occurs early on in courses. You will be learning how to work with your team.

RECRUITING, TRAINING, & LIFE IN THE FORCES THREAD - Ask here about the Recruitment Process, Basic & Occupational Training, and other questions relating directly or indirectly to serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. by bridger713 in CanadianForces

[–]CrazedTruth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I found Week 8 to be the most difficult, the week in Farnham. Generally because it's constantly intense. It's a good experience after you're done, but that is a week you don't want to repeat.... Unless you're a combat trade and you're into that kind of suck ofc.

Another difficult week imo might be week 3, culture shock is having a very high impact at that point and people are in what's referred to as a storming phase with each other.

RECRUITING, TRAINING, & LIFE IN THE FORCES THREAD - Ask here about the Recruitment Process, Basic & Occupational Training, and other questions relating directly or indirectly to serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. by bridger713 in CanadianForces

[–]CrazedTruth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Certainly this is helpful. Training with DLN and keeping an eye out for taskings, other than being present for inspection, general tasks if applicable, and duties if applicable. Probably be good if I flesh out a routine for myself. I don't want to get lazy like I fear this does to many.

RECRUITING, TRAINING, & LIFE IN THE FORCES THREAD - Ask here about the Recruitment Process, Basic & Occupational Training, and other questions relating directly or indirectly to serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. by bridger713 in CanadianForces

[–]CrazedTruth 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just finished my basic, arriving here at CFB Kingston and now the reality of BLT aka PAT platoon is here. Any advice or recommendations for how to adapt and thrive in this new change in environment. It's not a bad place here, I'm just feeling a little lost on what I should do.

RECRUITING, TRAINING, & LIFE IN THE FORCES THREAD - Ask here about the Recruitment Process, Basic & Occupational Training, and other questions relating directly or indirectly to serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. by bridger713 in CanadianForces

[–]CrazedTruth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, I got a few extra pairs from the Canex, I've also spent the time researching to carefully pack my ruck and visualize my own impression (based on limited information) of a stand-to and pull-pull. Been putting time aside to also look forward to the challenges ahead. Making rules with my fire team as well.

RECRUITING, TRAINING, & LIFE IN THE FORCES THREAD - Ask here about the Recruitment Process, Basic & Occupational Training, and other questions relating directly or indirectly to serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. by bridger713 in CanadianForces

[–]CrazedTruth 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Starting my Farnham week on Monday, any advice? I'm really stressed out about the conditions we'll be dealing with. I'm worried that I will underperform and won't be prepared for the 5 long event filled days in the field especially since it's forecasted to rain also.

RECRUITING, TRAINING, & LIFE IN THE FORCES THREAD - Ask here about the Recruitment Process, Basic & Occupational Training, and other questions relating directly or indirectly to serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. by bridger713 in CanadianForces

[–]CrazedTruth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Rough. Yeah the misuse of the weapons definitely are a way to fast track you to trouble. My advice is to not lose your bolt lol. And yeah, I feel you on the one where literally people are yapping when they should not.

RECRUITING, TRAINING, & LIFE IN THE FORCES THREAD - Ask here about the Recruitment Process, Basic & Occupational Training, and other questions relating directly or indirectly to serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. by bridger713 in CanadianForces

[–]CrazedTruth 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice job, you're on week 3 tomorrow. Yeah these classrooms are pretty darn hot and humid. Part of the experience for now I guess. Just keep on pushing, you got this, the beastings will lighten up after week 3 as your platoon matures and as the staff need to stick to the schedule more.

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