Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School 

 L’École de leadership et de recrues des Forces canadiennes (ELRFC) 

25 Chemin du Grand Bernier Sud, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC.  

https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/benefits-military/education-training/basic-training/recruit-school.html

The Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School (CFLRS) / L’École de leadership et de recrues des Forces canadiennes (ELRFC) conducts Basic Military Qualification (BMQ) and Basic Military Officer Qualification (BMOQ) for non-commissioned members and officers joining the Regular Force component of the Canadian Armed Forces.

The School’s activities take place at the Saint-Jean Garrison located in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec. Every year, more than 7000 people start their military career at CFLRS. 

Basic Military Qualification (Recruits) 


Platoon Number : R0254E / R0294E 

Course Start Date : November 17, 2025 

Course End Date :February 13, 2026 

End of Course Ceremony : February 12, 2026