Program Details: 

• The Military Reserve Co-op Program only runs during the second semester.  

• The application process can take several months and can begin as early as late spring before it actually runs the following February/early March of the next school year.   

• Students need to ensure they speak with their Guidance Counsellor well in advance to ensure they get their compulsory courses (i.e. Math, English) during the first semester. 

• For more details, please review the google slide presentation below which outlines information for a typical Spring Military Reserve Program, and speak with Mrs. Banks

Ideal Candidates - Students must be:

• 16 years of age or older (students under 18 will require guardian permission)

• Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident

• Have completed 15 High School Credits

• 16 years old (applicants less than 18 years old must have parental permission to join)

• Have completed Grade 10 

• Have completed grade 11 Biology for Med A applicants 

• Have completed Grade 11 to be eligible for an Intelligence Operator position

• Highly motivated and seeking a challenge

• Interest in the Canadian Armed Forces

** Application, Selection and Enrollment Process involves:

• Completion of Military Reserve Online Application

• FORCEs Physical Fitness Test

• Medical Exam

• Canadian Forces Aptitude Test

• Interview

• Security Clearance Screening

• Medical

** Enrolment typically takes 3-6 months

Benefits of the program:

• Building Self Confidence

• Respect

• Discipline

• Teamwork and Life Long Friendships

• Leadership training

• Physical Fitness development

Why Get Involved:

• Education: Gain 4 credits towards your Ontario Secondary School Diploma

• Experience: Military life and training towards your Canadian Forces qualifications

• Participate: In part-time and full time summer employment opportunities with your future reserve unit.

• Opportunities: Options for overseas deployments of your choosing

• Pay: This is a paid co-op opportunity.

• Commitment: There is no obligation to continue in the reserves at the end of the program if you feel it is not for you. 

For more details, please review the google slide presentation below which outlines information for a typical Spring Military Reserve Program, and speak with Mrs. Banks

HALF DAY - 2 Credit Naval Reserve Program

Program Details: 

• Tentatively scheduled to start in February 2026 (Sem 2)

• Paid experience which earns students > $62.20/ Half day 

• Participating students will be required to make their way to HMCS Carleton (79 Prince of Wales Drive, Ottawa, K1A 0K2) and complete modules for Basic Military Qualification (more details to follow for teachers involved)

• Complete additional training such as First Aid, Emergency Rescue etc. 

• The placement would run weekdays from ~1:00 pm - 4:00 pm (can vary based on specialization)

More information on the program and specifics can be found here in the training schedule. 

Ideal Candidates:

• 16 years of age or older (students under 18 will require guardian permission)

• Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident

• Have completed 15 High School Credits

• Highly Motivated and seeking a challenge

• Interest in the Canadian Armed Forces

• Enrolled in half day afternoon co-op for Sem 2

The Selection Process is a Six-Part Procedure that includes:

• Physical Fitness Test

• A two-part Medical Exam

• An Interview, and

• A Security Clearance

Benefits of the program:

• Building Self Confidence

• Respect

• Discipline

• Teamwork and Life Long Friendships

• Seamanship and Leadership training

• Physical Fitness development

Why Get Involved:

• Education: Gain 2 credits towards your Ontario Secondary School Diploma

• Experience: Military life and training towards your Canadian Forces qualifications

• Participate: In part-time and full time summer employment opportunities with your future reserve unit.

• Opportunities: Options for overseas deployments of your choosing

• Pay: This is a paid co-op opportunity.

• Commitment: There is no obligation to continue in the reserves at the end of the program if you feel it is not for you.