Episode 6: Ask the RECRUITER! Career Progression in the Canadian Armed Forces with PO2 Fraser

Опубликовано: 07 Июль 2026
на канале: Kyra Nankivell

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Welcome to the sixth episode of Exploring the CAF!

A series of interviews with current members of the Canadian Armed Forces. Episode 6 features Petty Officer 2nd Class Fraser, a full time Reservist with 17 years of experience! He's served in various roles including Musician, Recruiter, Basic Military Qualification Instructor, Public Affairs Officer and he is also a fellow YouTuber (‪@PrairieSailor‬). In this entertaining conversation PO2 Fraser walks us through the application process, benefits of the CAF and career opportunities!

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00:00 Announcements
01:11 Introduction
02:03 Prairie Sailor YouTube Channel
02:13 Navy in Winnipeg, Manitoba??
02:53 Occupations at HMCS Chippawa
04:57 Unit Training & Exercises
08:42 Exercise Prairie Sailor
10:04 Dive Team Responsibilities
12:22 Permanent Residents Eligibility
13:45 Step #1 - Applying to the CAF
15:33 Step #2 - FORCE Evaluation
16:00 Step #3 - CFAT (Aptitude Test)
16:29 Step #4 - Security Clearance
16:42 Step #5 - Medical Examination
17:09 Step #6 - Interview
18:05 Squeaky Wheels Get The Grease!
18:38 How to Contact a Recruiter
19:27 Step #7 - Enrolment Ceremony
19:55 Training Pathway
20:19 Naval Environmental Training Program (NETP)
20:58 Typical Career Progression
22:00 Short-Term Full-Time Employment Contracts
24:18 Benefits of Joining the CAF
24:32 Dental Coverage
25:40 Academic Reimbursement Program
26:16 Flexibility in the Naval Reserve
28:20 Paid Parental Leave
29:16 Instructor at BMQ
29:58 Naval Reserve Training Modules
31:05 Basic Training at Camp Vimy (Valcartier, QC)
33:43 Field Portion of BMQ
36:34 Swim Test at BMQ
38:23 BMQ Course Objectives
39:50 Common Challenges for New Recruits
40:45 Characteristics of Successful Recruits
43:35 Instructor Pride by Course End
44:13 Joining as a Musician - PO2 Fraser’s Story
46:24 Juno Nomination!
46:56 From Musician to Recruiter
48:23 Auditioning for the Naval Band
49:31 Highlights of Being a Musician
51:06 Ceremonies & Parades
52:10 Naval Reserve Tours
53:02 Orders of Dress
54:54 Serving Onboard a Ship
55:42 OP PROJECTION
57:05 Rendez-Vous Naval
58:58 Coolest Experiences
58:52 Videography for the Dive Team
59:42 NHL Military Appreciation Night
01:03:04 Future Aspirations
01:04:45 Centennial Year of Naval Reserve & HMCS Chippawa
01:06:38 Gallery

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