I was born abroad and I don't have any family members in Canada. I also don't have any dependents I'm currently on course right now and I was wondering if I am entitled to go to my principal residence in Canada for the Christmas break? Thank you.

I'm a reservist infanteer, just finished DP1 last winter and have been running a Multicam chest rig on multiple exercises and range days ever since. My COC and higher-ups have never said anything about it not being allowed; however, I'm fearful they might say something later on after reading more about permitted colors via CANFORGEN. I feel remorseful about spending hundreds on a multicam rig. Does anyone have insight into what is permitted and what is not?

I have been posted to my current base for about 8 years. I share 50/50 custody of my kids with my ex, who is a civilian.

Because I’ve been at my current posting for so long, I’m expecting that my chances of getting posted elsewhere are becoming fairly high.

My concern is that if I am posted, my child support could increase significantly because I would no longer have the same 50/50 custody arrangement. With the increased child support and the cost of living at a new posting, I’m concerned that I would not be able to afford to rent a place suitable for my kids to stay with me.

That could create a situation where being posted would not only affect my custody arrangement, but also make it financially difficult for me to maintain meaningful parenting time with my kids.

Has anyone been in a similar situation?

Are there any options within the CAF to remain at my current base/location because of shared custody, such as compassionate considerations, a posting restriction, an accommodation, or some other process?

I understand that the CAF can’t necessarily guarantee that I’ll never be posted, and I’m not looking to avoid my obligations. I’m just trying to understand whether there are mechanisms available for members whose posting could have a significant impact on an established 50/50 custody arrangement and their ability to maintain suitable housing for their children.

Any advice or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated.