If you have recruiting questions please contact Master Corporal Roland Russell at (613) 993-3205 or via email at Russell.R2@forces.gc.ca. Or visit the Canadian Forces recruiting site at http://www.recruiting.forces.gc.ca/v3/engraph/resources/howtojoin_en.aspx.

General

Canada's Army Reserve is also known as the Militia. You will  learn how to fight in the land battle and develop the skills of the Military Police trade.  You will learn about yourselves, your capabilities and strengths as well as our limitations. The Militia is a challenging part-time job that exposes its members to Army life. 33 Military Police Platoon is a reserve Military Police field unit. Upon successful enrolment into the Canadian Forces, you will receive your Basic Military Qualification which includes such activities as: drill and discipline, general military Knowledge, small arms training, navigation and physical fitness programs.  Upon successful completion of this course you will then move on to your Military Police Classification training.

Training

33 Military Police Platoon normally trains on Tuesday nights and one weekend per month during the Fall, Winter and Spring months. Training is normally conducted at the unit but may be in the field, putting theory to practice. During the summer months, members may seek opportunities for full-time employment. Opportunities to serve with the Regular Force are available in support of Canada's NATO and United Nations commitments. 

Uniforms, Meals and Accommodations

All uniforms and equipment required are provided. During your service you will be required to maintain these items in a presentable and workable condition. Should your duty require you to be away from home overnight, accommodation and meals will normally be made available. 

Pay and Promotions

In the Primary Reserves you will receive pay as established by the Department of National Defence, dependent upon you rank and classification. A pay scale is available from the recruiting staff. Deductions are normally made for federal income tax and unemployment insurance. Promotions are based on merit and qualifications of the member. 

Recruiting Process

Selection is a competitive process; therefore, completion of processing does not guarantee employment. You may apply and undergo applicant processing in the official language of
your choice. The following steps are involved:

• Aptitude Testing 
• Medical Examination 
• Fitness Evaluation Test 
• Personal Interview 

 

Please be aware that false, incomplete or misleading statements made by you during the application process could result in denial of enrolment. You should also be aware that processing may be discontinued at any time. Should this occur, you will be informed of the reasons why and advised if, and when, you may re-apply. 

Application forms for enrolment are available from the  Recruiting Office located at the Major E.J.G. Holland VC Armouries which is situated at 2100 Walkley Road in Ottawa. Please call during the day or on Tuesday evenings between 1900hrs and 2200hrs.to set up a meeting,  Click here for directions to the Armouries.

If you have recruiting questions please contact Master Corporal Roland Russell at (613) 993-3205 or via email at Russell.R2@forces.gc.ca

To be eligible for enrolment, you must:

• Meet Canadian citizenship requirements;
• Be 16 years of age;
• Have obtained at least 15 credits in high school; 
• Meet Canadian Forces medical standards;
• Meet the Canadian Forces Physical  Standards; and 
• Must be free of legal and financial difficulties.

Documentation;

You must ensure the following documentation is submitted to the recruiting office at your earliest convenience. All documentation must be received prior to scheduling your job interview.

You are required to complete and submit the following documents:

• Birth Certificate;
• Social Insurance Card. A replacement "receipt" from Employment and Immigration is acceptable if you have lost your card;
• Transcript of School Marks. "Official" transcripts are required from any university, college and high school you have attended. Diplomas and Degrees are also required;
• Letters of Reference. A minimum of two (2) are required. Anyone other than a relative can be used
; 
• Certificate of Citizenship. For applicants born outside Canada;
• Reliability Check Questionnaire;
• Personal Resume, and
• Personnel Security Assessment.

Aptitude Test

After your initial contact interview the first step of your application to the Canadian Forces is the General Aptitude test. Please contact the Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre for exact dates and times.

Occupation Assignment Testing

These tests are required only for applicants who want to join the Reserve Force as a non-commissioned member.

These tests will be administered following successful completion of the aptitude test. Approximately four hours will be required to complete the battery of tests.

Medical

The next step in your processing is a medical examination. This will be completed at the Recruiting Centre. Please note if you are over 40, you must fast from 10 P.M. the night prior to your medical. You may also be required to give blood samples.

If you wear contact lenses, they should be removed 24 hours prior to the medical in order to facilitate an eye examination. If you wear glasses please bring them with you.

Interview

Once we have received all necessary documentation, you will be contacted to schedule your interview.

This is a formal job interview with a Military Career Counsellor. You should arrive on time and be prepared to make a good impression. Please note that you will not be interviewed if you do not have all of the required documentation on your file as this information will be required during the interview.

If you have not been called to schedule your interview within two weeks of your testing, you are encouraged to call us. One of our staff will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Pre-Enrolment Physical Fitness Evaluation

To ensure that you are ready for the demands of Basic Training, you will be asked to undergo a Physical Fitness Evaluation as part of the recruiting process. Successful completion of this Evaluation is a necessary step toward being accepted into the Canadian Forces.

There are four test items in the Evaluation: a step test to measure your aerobic fitness, push-up and sit-up tests to measure your muscular endurance, and a hand-grip (squeeze) test to measure 
your muscular strength (in kilograms).
 

Test Item	Men	Women
Push-ups
Under 35 years of age	19	9
35 and Older	14	7
Sit ups
Under 35 years of age	19	15
35 and Older	17	12
Hand Grip (in kilograms)
Under 35 years of age	75	50
35 and Older	73	48
Aerobic Fitness	equivalent to acceptable rating for 2.4 km run