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Joining the Regular Force or Army Primary Reserve
The Canadian Army is the largest component of the Canadian Forces with 35,000 soldiers. Over 19,000 soldiers serve full-time with Regular Force units; 16,000 soldiers serve part-time with the Primary Reserve.
Regular Force
The Regular Force offers full-time career-oriented work. Education, good pay, a good pension and other benefits are part of joining the Regular Force. The training is intense but the rewards are great.
The Canadian Forces Recruiting Centres recruit for the Army, Navy and Air Force. To join the Regular Force you must contact a centre near you or apply online.
Army Primary Reserve
The Primary Reserve offers part-time employment. As a Reservist, you will typically give the Army between 30 and 45 days of service a year.
To join the Primary Reserve, start by dropping by the local armoury in your community or region. If you are looking for a particular trade, you must join a unit that offers that type of work.
More questions about the Reserve? Check out the Army Reserve section.
Basic Training
Curious about what it takes to become a soldier in the Canadian Forces? Watch the Army television series that follow new recruits through basic training.
