This episode features Master Warrant Officer Simon Kardynal, a regular force Squadron Warrant Officer with 27 years of experience! He is an incredible communicator with a wealth of knowledge and his own podcast called Trench Leadership: A Podcast From the Front (HIGHLY recommend).
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Exploring the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF)
by Kyra Nankivell
Interested in joining the Canadian Armed Forces? Already an active member? You're in the right place! This interview series is meant to share stories of what it’s REALLY like to be in our military! Look forward to hearing stories from different branches of service in both regular force and reserves. My mission is to improve public sentiment toward the CAF by using my passion for people and the power of social media. For more CAF content, subscribe on YouTube and join the Facebook group. Thank you for your continued support!
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This episode 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 entertain…
This episode features Pte (Basic) Soderholm, a regular force Infanteer who completed BMQ in Shilo Manitoba in July 2022. He is also the first and (currently) only moderator of our Facebook group!
In this entertaining conversation Pte (Basic) Soderholm shares detailed stories from Basic Military Qual…
This episode features Cpl Wilson, an Infanteer with the Queen's Own Rifles based in Toronto, Ontario. Cpl Wilson has served with the Army Reserves since 2019 (~3 years) when we met on basic training.
In this conversation, we discuss Cpl Wilson's decision to be an NCM despite pursuing a degree, the h…
This episode features Sgt Tonkin, a Materials Management Technician (MMT) currently posted at 1 Service Battalion in Edmonton, Alberta. Sgt Tonkin has served in the Canadian Armed Forces since 2002 and has been deployed on four international operations.
In this conversation, we discuss Sgt Tonkin's …
This episode features S2 Campbell, a Naval Communicator from HMCS York. In this conversation, we discuss Campbell's decision to join the Navy, his role as a NavCom, his training, visits to the West Coast, life at sea, emergency drills, attending sporting events and the rank structure! To watch this …
Welcome to the first episode of Exploring the CAF! This episode features 2Lt Hoffman, a Logistics Officer from the Lorne Scots Regiment. I met 2Lt Hoffman on BMOQ Module 2 in July of 2019. In this conversation, we discuss Hoffman's path to becoming a Logistics Officer, memorable stories from BMQ, pr…