- Depends on the occupation that you're joining.
Rank upon entry into the CAF can be everything from 2nd Lieutenant (Acting Sub-Lieutenant for the Navy) to to Major (Lieutenant-Commander for the Navy).
We'd need to know what occupations you're considering to give you a better answer
- Progression up to the rank of Captain is based on getting courses and having enough time in rank. As long as you complete required courses (different for each occupation) and have time in rank you will automatically be promoted to Captain. Everything past the rank of Captain requires time in rank, courses and is based on merit.
- Pay Increments increase on the year mark of having that rank. For example my last promotion was received on 28 October, so each year on the 28th of October I move up another pay increment until I'm at the max level.
- Honestly I'm not sure what you're trying to get at with this question.
Hello, I am currently in Halifax and completed my CFAT test on August 28. I've applied for positions as a Logistics Officer, Artillery Officer, and Air Combat System Officer.
The recruiting center informed me that the medical examination would be scheduled within a month after the CFAT test. However, despite following up twice in the past three months, I haven't received any updates. The response has consistently been to be patient as things are in progress.
I am concerned about potential issues with my application. Although I was not born in Canada, I moved here at the age of 18, and I became a Canadian citizen in 2019. I've only had one international trip to Europe last year since moving to Canada.
While I understand that the security check might take longer due to my non-Canadian birth, I'm uncertain why the medical examination is experiencing delays. After the CFAT, I was informed that the test went well, and I was eligible to proceed to the medical exam.
I would appreciate hearing from anyone who has had a similar experience or has knowledge about the typical timelines in this process.
Additionally, I have questions about the scenario where an applicant makes it to the competition list but doesn't secure their preferred trade. Are there alternative options or offers in such cases?
Thank you for any insights or information you can provide.