Hey... Cheers from Canada. As an OLD ex-Infanteer, I'll answer some of your queries. I haven't been in for DECADES, but a lot of the kit still in use by the infantry was around or planned to be introduced, before I left. 1- Those M4s are actually Canadian-made versions of the AR model. The original company, Diemaco, was an engineering firm and was eventually bought out by Colt. It's now called COLT CANADA. The C7 is the long barrel, and the C8 is the carbine version. We made many of the new add-ons and mods that the US took for its own design features when they upgraded the M-16s. Like the extractor cover, thicker barrels with less resonance (vibrations) and more accuracy and sustained fire capabilities, etc... Our SFW C8 was adopted by the SAS and other NATO Nordic or Northern countries. Just like we did with the old FN-FAL, we "winterized" the thing. A US M4 and a Canadian C8 will NOT function the same in -45°C temp... Our Squad MG is called the C9 (it's a NATO O5.56mm FN like the US M249, with little differences), and our platoon or company MG is the C6, which is almost the same as the US M240 NATO 7,62mm... The old Carl G is a training one, reg forces use the mark 3, not an old one like this. 2- We have a very small reserve force. And we do NOT have a law that prohibits Canadian Forces from operating in-country. Helping out the civilian population during emergencies, IS part of the job. JTF2 is the counter-terrorism unit and they DO operate inside Canada. Have a good training run. BTW: Cold US prairies are NOT like cold Canadian boonies. You ain't seen NOTHING until you spend two weeks in February up North... Unless you went to Alaska... Then it's probably pretty close... But if you DRESS for it, it's GORGEOUS and really amazing times.
@wolfecanada6726
2 жыл бұрын
Aid to the Civil Powers
@spentcasing3990
2 жыл бұрын
Spent 7 years with 1PPCLI in Edmonton. I know all about those cold prairie winters. Nothing like -45 before windchill outside and the barracks are -20 inside. I've been out since 2006 and I still can't feel parts of my face or feet. Good times though, would do it again in a heartbeat if I could.
@timnelson134
Жыл бұрын
I did love the old FN when I was in - again decades ago
@azizfriha8381
Жыл бұрын
i wouldn't call the reserves very small, its pretty substantial compared to the reg force, btw reg force almost never deploys in canada its always reserves
@michelbrisebois4317
Жыл бұрын
@@spentcasing3990 When it's -10° in the tent and it feels so warm.
@Adam-nq6yi
Жыл бұрын
Man I swear you're like one of the only KZitemrs I've seen (that isn't Canadian) that gives Canada any credit for its role in the second world war. Much love🇨🇦🇺🇲
@andrewallen9993
Жыл бұрын
You should check UK channels, the Brits know why despite invading Canada 5 times the money doesn't have pictures of dead US presidents on it. We know just because someone is polite you don't want to push them, it's the awful mix of French and Scottish blood. They also know just how much coldblooded courage it requires to go into a Portsmouth pub with a hatband that says HMCS PANSY :)
@Grimmance
5 ай бұрын
Everyone always ignores Canada's martial history until they talk about war crimes. Anywhere the British were deployed Canadians were deployed, with the exception of when we were deployed as our own full battalions.
@AndrewBannister-nq8qo
5 ай бұрын
Unfortunately our liberal/communist government has gutted our armed forces we have 3 days worth of ammo if we have to actually fight . The airforce can only say 60 of our 120ish cf 18s are combat viable and most are less than a hundred hours of having to be retired due to airframe stress . But we still insist on sending things and money we dont have to a looseing war in Ukraine! The government of Canada is the enemy of the people ! They are worthless and must go !
@canadianmike626
Жыл бұрын
I love my Canadian military. They made Canada. They define Canada. They are the soul of Canada. Thank you those in active service, and veterans as well. Thank you for showing interest in my country. Cheers mate.
@gram1527
5 ай бұрын
Agreed
@DavidMScott-cs8pp
Жыл бұрын
Did you know that in Korea Canada had the 3rd highest numbers of troops among the UN forces. At the battle of Kapyong which happened 70 years ago this April 23rd, a small force of 700 Princess Patricias Canadian Light Infantry held off thousands of Red Chinese troops who came in waves. The Chinese had automatic weapons called Burp Guns whereas the PPLCLI had bolt action Lee Enfield rifles. The Kapyong valley was the main artery to the South Korea so if lost the Chinese would over run the South. The Pats were stationed on one side of the valley and the Australians on the other After heavy attacks and being low on ammo the Aussies withdrew leaving the Canucks alone. After three days of intensive battle Pats held the line in particular D Co. Platoon who were down to 24 men. Their Lieutenant called down artillery on his own position as the Chinese were only 100 ft in front. Thousands of shells rained down and in the morning there were over 1000 Chinese troops dead. No Pats were killed in the barrage but 10 died during the battle. The Chinese withdrew from that point on and asked for peace talks. U.S. President gave the Pats a Presidential Citation as they had turned the course of the action. Thanks for you kind comments on our small but effective military.
@ianland5965
Жыл бұрын
Uncle was in Pats. At Kapyong. Passed away, late '90s. Respect.
@DavidMScott-cs8pp
Жыл бұрын
@@ianland5965 What was his name ? My friend Ernie Seronik was in B company and might have known him.
@ianland5965
Жыл бұрын
@@DavidMScott-cs8pp James. Last name mine. Wpg. Used to bring him a turkey at Christmas. Early '90s. Never spoke with him much. Stoic, or ptsd. Quiet man. My father (38 yrs RCAF) checked in on him; was at his funeral . 2 cousins died in Hong Kong. 1 in combat; his brother was bayoneted to death by the Japanese, as an example for prisoners.I believe Royal Wpg Rifles. Not much family interest in sushi after that. In my spare time, I try to trace their stories. Regimental records, etc. Small town in Southern MB has a memorial with all their names on it. Another uncle drove tanks in Africa, Sicily, and Holland. Another flew Lancs for Britain (ret. 1970's on Vulcans).They both passed in the '80s. An uncle rode dispatch in Europe (Holland) and passed in '80s: another kia in Normandy. Great uncle kia Lord Strathcona's Horse (1914-1918). My aunts' contributions equally important. Family get-togethers, when I was a kid, they would hold down their lawn chairs, and chat. As a grown man I now understand why the atmosphere of their circle made you feel insignificant. Yet that is just my family. Thousands other families went through that as well. Canadian contributions were massive. Characteristically, these days CDNs are modest, internationally. "Actions not words." Public can enjoy Pickle Ball and Poutine, in oblivion. Proud CDN. Peace.
@Tsusday
2 жыл бұрын
I've been infantry in the CAF for 5 years now. And I must tell you, we touch so many weapon systems, and go through so many environments and specialty training. We're really jack of all trades vs let's say an American army grunt who might only be a Saw gunner his whole career. I've done atleast 5 specialty training so far and hope to do much more. And nowadays, reserve units are nearly as much trained as reg forces (well for combat trades that is).
@adga2233
Жыл бұрын
Riiight
@Momcat_maggiefelinefan
Жыл бұрын
As a very loyal Canadian, I salute you! I’m very proud of our armed forces and the sacrifices you and your loved ones make to keep me and mine safe! I can’t thank you enough, and as the 11th approaches, I thank you all the more. I wear my poppy with pride! Awesome work you folks do, and as someone who worked for the Canadian people’s welfare as an ER nurse for almost 30 years, I understand your pride, determination and sacrifices our families accept with no complaint. Thank you for being there! 🇨🇦 🖖🏻
@marcdemmon471
Жыл бұрын
They use to call us militia plugs back in the 80 ontil that guy in the hill got shot
@WuTangClanster
Жыл бұрын
Fellow Canadian. Thank you for your service my friend. ❤
@tomekk503
Жыл бұрын
Waw like a dream come true I can finally shot automatic weapons
@BradFalck-mn3pc
10 ай бұрын
Actually America helped Canadian and British forces win the war as we were fighting since 1939
@atomant451
3 ай бұрын
You mean 1941 after Japan and Germany declared War on the US, because up to that point the US wasn't willing to lift a finger, other than to sell their weapons to Britain.
@GaelMr-wm5ek
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for brining that fact to the conversation. Our students need to knw that Canada was instramental in winning the war, was active in the action to end it, fought for more than a year before Churchill (UK) and Canada finally convinced the US to join the fight. Your comment that "Canada helped the US to win the war" is a bit disconcerting and a slight to Canada. I love the US, visit often, but am disappointed your students are not given factual information
@JackyJames1
2 жыл бұрын
i'm Canadian and i really appreciate the respect you gave to Canada in this video :) there is no 2 other countries that share the same values and never worried about the USA -Canada border!! We will always protect eachother like brothers and sisters :)
@Les537
Жыл бұрын
Yes, both countries share values of forcing injections into kids, mutilating the genitals of kids, sexualizing kids, and of course, funding EU NAZIS.
@michaeld.4521
5 ай бұрын
amen
@ange1mom438
2 жыл бұрын
Canadian troops are amazing helping during natural disasters. They provided much needed relief for the firefighters fighting the forest fires over the past few years here in Alberta and the devastating flooding in BC last year. So very grateful for our fantastic military. Their selfless service is much appreciated. We don’t have a national guard, we do have reservists and specific regiments in different provinces.
@LowTempDabr
Жыл бұрын
4:32 Canadian here, most of canada actually isnt that cold year round. Some parts are bad in the winter, but unless their training for arctic circumstances, it would make sense to train in forests and rainforests
@productionsETR
2 жыл бұрын
Our primary riffle is the C7 A2 (canadian version of the M16)
@daver3486
2 жыл бұрын
To answer your question, there is no equivalent to the National Guard in Canada where military forces are under state/provincial command. All troops, regular and reserve, are federal, i.e., Government of Canada, Department of National Defence. (note the C in defence).
@cjamesk9584
2 жыл бұрын
I was a regular force(fulltime) infantry for 9 years in Canada, and yes for natural disasters they deploy us, depending on where the incident occurs in the country will determine which units will be called up. sometimes we get reserve units called to help bulk our numbers up too.
@S.M.214
Жыл бұрын
I am very proud of every Canadian soldier and their professionalism. I am equally ashamed of our government who cheapskate out on the provision of military equipment that would allow our guys to carry out the broad missions that are required for a small nation with the second largest landmass and longest ocean coastline of any country in the world.
@SchnuffiJames
2 жыл бұрын
As a Canadian vet thanks for the video.
@JackyJames1
Жыл бұрын
I'm Canadian and i can promise you US special forces had beards in Afghanistan ( win the respect of the population) Ask any US Marines they certainly respect Canadians :) We are brothers :)
@andrewwilson4975
2 жыл бұрын
In the Canadian military no Bachelors degree is required to enter Officer training. It is one year split into 4/3 month phases. The last phase is equivalent to doing the US Ranger course - in other words very demanding. This is true for all ranks in the regular Canadian Army. Back in my day , early 80s, we still used the 7.62mm FN, 9mm Sterling MkIV and the 9mm Browning as a side arm. The military is small in Canada but highly trained and motivated.
@Tsusday
2 жыл бұрын
Officers have to finish a university degree now. You only need to be "in the way of completing it" to join as an officer. So basically you sign proving you're gonna get a degree or be either released or transferred into the ranks soldiers.
@andrewwilson4975
2 жыл бұрын
@@Tsusday hello there and thanks for the update. In my day basic officer training was in Chilliwack, BC. As you know it rains a lot there so when we were in the field we were always wet. Phases 2-4 were in Gagetown. Out of 250 only 25 of us were left at the end to become Infantry Officers. We were the-jacks-of-all-trades back then too. However, I think now your generation has a more demanding time. My beret off to you for you and your mates' service and the best to you all!
@Tsusday
2 жыл бұрын
@@andrewwilson4975 Yeah Valcartier is quite similar in weather. Everytime we need to hit the field it's raining buckets... Thanks for your service!
@TheYukonnahanni
2 жыл бұрын
~~ hello )))Just, a Quiet Question,, ,,You Mentioned, Chilliwack B.C. ~ Were you in the Canadian Army Engineers, Program there ?? ~~ My Great Aunt married one of Them.. She said, Many of the Boy's were sent to Germany, to Fort Victoria, in Werl Germany after Graduation from Chilliwack.. It would be interesting to know ,, if you , were one of them or know, any of them or about them... I have inherited my Aunts Photo Album,, & the names beside the Photo's. if, so,,,, You are part of the Canadian Military History ,for those sent Overseas to Germany in the early days of the 1960's !!!
@williamgardiner4956
Жыл бұрын
I was an infantry reservist and man I sure miss that FN C1 A1 I was issued with. Hell of a good infantry weapon for its day and when the FN was replaced these rifles just disappeared from the face of the earth. I would have loved to be able to buy one.
@durazellpcgaming
2 жыл бұрын
When I served. The only ones with beards in the Combat Arms, were Pioneers in the Infantry. Others such as Navy and certain Religions could also have a beard. You could also get a medical card if shaving would cause your skin harm. In our entire Regiment in Armoured we had no one with beards.
@TheNightlessFall
2 жыл бұрын
we have reservist but no we don't have ``national guard``.. our army is our national guard.
@BaloneySandwichWithKetchup
Ай бұрын
funny thing about the M4. Canada "technically" made the "M4" before the US did. the first flat top upper on an AR was actually designed for the c7a1 by Richard Swan, the founder of A.R.M.S, for the Canadian military in 1988. it was also full auto instead of that stupid 3 round burst mechanism. quite literally an m4, about 3-4 years before the m16a4/m4a1 was designed.
@Deamonomnibusintenebris
4 ай бұрын
Do you think all of Canada is cold? I'm in southern Ontario and in the summer, the humidity is just ridiculous! I think the American Forces need to improve their knowledge in geography.
@squamishfish
2 ай бұрын
Canada had the third largest combat role in Afghanistan and the third highest lost of troops , Canadian snipers set three world long distance record kills in Afghanistan and Iraq
@Tommo4966
3 ай бұрын
I hasten to add that the British had a hand in the Second World War, the Canadians were involved far earlier than the USA forces, so when you say that the USA and Canadian had the honour to win the war, you had the honour to help the British win the war!
@mikewood9374
5 ай бұрын
You don't ever want to meet our version of Seal Team 6...we have the skills and all the good toys...
@jacquesguay1125
Жыл бұрын
This is a Cdn government made film. Looky good, but not so good. - Former CAF member.
@JCRF
2 жыл бұрын
Our Reserves are kinda like your Reserve and National Guard all rolled into one, but it's all Federally run
@_Matsimus_
2 жыл бұрын
Oof
@kencathygracie
2 жыл бұрын
Canada has a very small millitary but we are very well trained very strong and very strong and pretty new technology
@jmeyer8694
6 ай бұрын
I have served for over 40 years in the Canadian military. We have both Regular and Reservist members that are in all three elements; Air, Land and Sea. Any can be deployed either on home territory or elsewhere, wherever the need is. Most reservists are part time, encompassing usually only the weekends, some are almost full time however, they must take about a month or two months break off of their duty. There are a select few who serve full time but are still reservists. Regular Force, Reservists and Royal Canadian Mounted Police can be deployed within Canada, overseas to help with natural disasters, overseas for peacekeeping or in war zones. Each element also has specialized sections with well trained personnel. I have worked with a number of these members over my 40+ years of service. Hope that answers your question.
@ianland5965
Жыл бұрын
Canadian. Military brat. Generations. WW1, and Boer War contributions are astonishing. Thank you for the video. Peace.
@jean-francoisfafard647
Жыл бұрын
Canadian army is a small army with a lot of heart.
@johnt8636
2 жыл бұрын
The weapon is a C7. The C8 is a carbine version which the British Royal Marine Commandos have adopted. As for the beard: Unless things have changed since I got out, and they probably have, he's a member of his regiment's Pioneer Platoon; Assault Pioneers. Engineers organic to the infantry. They're 031 and they were their regiment's cap badge. They're able to provide low scale engineering tasks -- small scale demo, bunkers, hasty minefield, clearing charges, etc. On parade, they march at the head of the battalion wearing big leather aprons, gauntlets, and double-headed axes over their shoulder. And yes, there are medical/religious exemptions from shaving.
@danielletisserand2321
2 жыл бұрын
Just before the pandemic beards were authorized to soldiers and the C8 was mainly used by drivers as their personal weapon as it is shorter.
@derrickhibbs9201
6 ай бұрын
Thank you we love American 🇺🇸 has well
@tusk3260
Жыл бұрын
They are NOT using your Piece o' Crap M4. They are using a Canadian assault riffle called the C7. It may look like the M4 crap gun because it is also made in Canada by Colt. But unlike the M4 crap, this amazing C7 can shoot under water. This C7 can be frozen solid in ice, then hit on the ground and shaken for 3 second and will fire just like an AK. The M4 however, with the tiniest bits of humidity exposure like steam from a boiler or being quickly wet by the river you had to swim through and it will not fire at all! Even if you keep trying to knock the ice off for an hour it wont shoot. The M4 is a real piece of crap!
@DirtyMikeandTheBoys69
10 ай бұрын
I've been carrying the M4/M4A1 in the military for nearly a decade, and it's never jammed on me, despite being dirty, muddy, wet, covered in ice/snow, etc. Sounds like you don't know how to upkeep your weapon. #skill issue
@Deki_Srpska
Жыл бұрын
Hey there just a quick question for anyone. So as an American living in America right now would it be possible for me to join the Canadian armed forces?
@djnotnice108
Жыл бұрын
No
@kutter_ttl6786
Жыл бұрын
In December 2022 the Defence Minister announced that you no longer have to be a citizen to join the CAF, permanent residents can now apply. So, with your present situation, no you can't, but if you decide to immigrate to Canada and can get permanent resident status you'll be able to apply.
@darcymartin7608
Жыл бұрын
Just a FYI - The movie The Devil's Brigade was about the first Special Services force. It was made up of Canadian and American soldiers.
@Will-he-wont-he
Жыл бұрын
First Special Services Force ...hmmm depends on what you call them ..I believe Britain created the very first commando units in 1940 ..later called the SAS ( Special Air Services ) founded in 1941 ...
@SnowmanN49
Жыл бұрын
@@Will-he-wont-he The name of the unit was the 1st Special Service Force. It does not denote that they were the first commando unit ever. The SAS certainly preceded them, and who knows, maybe there were other units with similar training and duties before the SAS. How about the Royal Marines, they go back to the days of sailing ships. They weren't called commandos back then, that's a modern term, but they carried out the same function.
@shawnmurphy2991
5 ай бұрын
Canada does not have a National Guard. The provinces of Canada do not have their own militaries. There is only the Canadian Army Regulars and supplemented by Primary Reserves. All members regular and reserve are federal employees. OPPERATION LENTUS is the ongoing operation to provide Aid to Civil Powers. For the most part soldiers deploying in Canada are unarmed. Only a handful of times since the 1950s have soldiers been deployed armed in Canada, FLQ Crisis, Oka, Ipperwash,.. not many. The Camo is called CADPAT-TW Canadian Disruptive Pattern Temperate Woodland. This was the fist digital camouflaged in the world. Introduced in the late 1990s MARPAT (Marine PAttern) was modeled after CADPAT. There is also a CADPAT-ARID for desert conditions. The rifle is a C7 it is a Canadian variant of the M4 with M16 Length Barrel, with a thicker profile. Select fire Semi and Auto- no burst. Originally made by Diemaco it has now been bought out and is COLT CANADA. The Sight is the ELCAN C79 fixed 3.5 power scope, the same scope is also mounted on the C9LMG (M249, FN Minimi). They've been using scopes since the adoption of the C7 in the 1990s. There was a C8 Carbine versions which has mostly been replaced with the C7A2 version seen in this video. The C7A2 has the collapsing butt sock, full length barrel and green plastic furniture.
@g-urts5518
Ай бұрын
Okay seriously Americans, most people in Canada do not live in freezing cold weather. Its over 90 degrees where I am right now. Has been the last week. In the 100s with the humidex. Its more than warm enough most summers that small lakes feel like swimming in a bathtub. 5 of the last 6 xmas's, where I am in Canada, we've had no snow on the ground. My great uncle came up to visit from southern california and found it so hot because of the humidity that he spent the whole week in our basement.
@jindaehyunclo
4 ай бұрын
For 5:08, the Canadian Forces are legally allowed to be deployed in Canada as regular troops. A Province or Territory can request any Canadian Forces unit in their jurisdiction to help civilian authorities and the requesting authority (whether it is a Province, Territory or municipal authority) must pay the Canadian Forces for their service during the deployment. There was a famous case in 1999 when Toronto Mayor Mel Lastman called the Canadian Army to remove snow for two weeks. For additional information, the Canadian Armed Forces technically does not have any branches because of the 1968 unification of the Armed Forces. This means that the Canadian Army, the Royal Canadian Navy and the Royal Canadian Air Force are not branches but are instead environmental commands. The Canadian Armed Forces is however split into two Service Forces, the Regular Forces (consisting of the elemental commands) and the Reserve Forces (consisting of the Primary Reserves, the Supplementary Reserves, the Cadet Organizations Administration and Training Service, and the Canadian Rangers.
@vlcccapt
3 ай бұрын
Canada has never lost a war it participated in, including WW1, WW2, Korea, Afghanistan. Also, Canada was colony of Britain when the US invaded in 1812, the White House was torched by British troops and Canada is not part of the US. As too our military, Churchill said that if his army had British officers, American technology and Canadian troops, there was not a war he could not win.
@chong2389
Жыл бұрын
WWII could not have been won by the Allies if it were not for the entry of the USA into the war. To put the comment at 1:27 in perspective: '...they (Canadian Army) were instrumental in helping us (the USA) win the war (WWII)'. Canada declared war on Germany on 10 Sep 1939 - nearly 1 year, 3 months before Pearl Harbour. Three of my uncles served (John and Charles (Army), William (RCAF); two of my mother's cousins Bill and Gene (Army) were captured at Dieppe 9 Aug 1942 spending the remainder of the war in various German prison camps; 2 of my father's cousins were killed in action (Joseph (RCAF) navigator shot down over France 23 May 1944, to be followed in 108 days when his brother George (Army) was killed in Italy 8 Sep 1944.
@arniewilliamson1767
2 жыл бұрын
We have reserves but they are federally controlled. We have nothing like a state controlled national guard. The province must ask for soldiers to be deployed.
@williamt2218
6 ай бұрын
I was twice in the Canadian Forces Reserves. In 1985 and 1990 in two different regiments. Big changes between those years. Going from Belgian FAL assault rifles and Sten machine guns to, I believe, Canadian C7 assault rifles. The only thing I didn't like was driving the Bombardier Iltis. This was the Humvee version of the Canadian forces. They were not very practical. The best memory was when we had exercises in the US. Driving back to Canada on the US highways in military convoys Americans were waiving at us. In Canada on the other hand we got the middle finger by some motorists. Anyway, the Canadian Forces are great, too bad they don't have the funding to get better equipment nor the interest of young people interested in joining the military. But that might change in the future. Great video by the way.
@Sdub976
6 ай бұрын
To answer some of the questions, our primary weapon is the C7A2 which is the M16 equivelant and we have a C8 - M4 equivelant. if there is a natural disaster they typically deploy units that best suit the situation (first). infantry and medical, typically, but not limited to. We train all over the world, and even in texas and california for desert warfare, but among all, winter warfare is by far the most challenging.
@JohnHill-qo3hb
Жыл бұрын
The fellow with the beard is most likely a Combat Engineer and is a Pioneer.
@kutter_ttl6786
Жыл бұрын
Not sure when the original video was made, but in late 2018 beards were allowed to be worn by all members of the CAF (as long as they're neatly trimmed), regardless of trade or religious accommodations. Outlined in Canforgen 158/18.
@25svbn
6 ай бұрын
Canadian soldier here. Thanks for this good job. Although I'm surprised you know little of the Canadian forces. Because I've trained with American forces many times. Deployed with you guys and served on the battlefield with you. I guess it's just the draw of the cards for you. Anyways you Americans are great neighbours and great allies God bless you. ❤🇨🇦🇺🇸
@tacfoley4443
Ай бұрын
'They were in WW2'. No kidding? Howsabout WW1? And before that, The Second Boer War?
@franciscotoro9454
8 ай бұрын
Indeed, in Canada we have one armed force, the Canadian Forces, and they can be legally deployed within the country. They were deployed during the October Crisis of 1969 to counter terrorism, and multiple times to assist in natural disasters, most recently in the forest fires.
@BringerOfD
6 ай бұрын
As individuals, amazing. As an institution, absolute fucking shit show. Given the latter the fact that we ever actually succeed in battle further highlights the former.
@krispayne729
Жыл бұрын
I'm from Canada and from what I know. It's the regular Canadian army and army reserves. Better Send it the Premiere of the province request federal government support. Like we're sending Canadian soldiers to the u con right now. To help with forest fires.
@mysticjedi6730
Жыл бұрын
Dude. We are only now getting f35. Our old used crap planes are still operational. Our navy has no subs like yours. No aircraft carriers.. We have a token military. Security should be number one priority and our spending does not reflect that. Looking at our cities, our whole security situation is crap. Most of our units are soft.. many weak people..
@guiguiph
5 ай бұрын
Here in Canada, we don't have a national guard. It Is literally the military who gets deployed in a natural disaster if needed. Has back up to the civilian organisation. And also, we have a special unit of search and rescue in the military for when civilian organisations can't get through, they are called as last resort.
@Bellee702
11 ай бұрын
With all due respect, they’re using the C7A2, a Canadian made assault rifle for the armed forces, not the M4A1.
@kevinm4022
3 ай бұрын
We do have a reserve force. I know cause i was one a looong time ago and loved it and miss it even more. Before that i was an army cadet which made me want to be a canadian soldier. I was in a rifle regiment which i prefer. It was the greatest time of my life. My weapon at the time was an FNC1A1. Great weapon great training and a great time
@robertleonard378
4 ай бұрын
Maybe you you should consider repositioning your inset out of the main point of interest areas of the video.I would suggest omitting it altogether and stopping the video and adding it when you male your points. Your opinions and viewpoint is the crux of the video and what is really important.
@junehough8058
3 күн бұрын
Wearing facial hair is a new thing….my sone has a beard now since they allowed it, before only the navy did
@northbaysilverandgold807
3 ай бұрын
We can have facial hair in my opinion 1 more aggressive look 2. cam stick doesn't do squat for keeping you warm up here lol
@TheMCGibson
13 күн бұрын
Canadian soldier here, our main rifle the C7A2 is a modification of the M16 not M4
@JeffWaynee
Ай бұрын
Those are not M4's. They are C7's, which are the Canadian variant of the M4. Made by Colt Canada.
@Grimmance
5 ай бұрын
5:40 Canadian soldiers are both put national guard and pur military, any national issues that require military intervention they also get help from reservists militia and cadets.
@SPN16
Жыл бұрын
I was in the Primary Reserve, when the floods hit Quebec back in 2012 they asked who wants to go to put the names up on the board. The Sgts and Officers decided who would go. The Regular Force ( full time is there too)
@InsaneHunter01
Жыл бұрын
Regular and reserve soldiers can be deployed in Canada anywhere. But more often it's the reserves that are called into action and deployed locally. During sever disasters, example: Ice storm of St. Lawrence Valley, or the Red River Flood of 1997, both regular and reserves will be called into action. The need for service personnel will be greater.
@davidedwards3838
2 жыл бұрын
Alot of the time when they are deployed it's our reserves. But it can and is both.
@randy3577
4 ай бұрын
Facial hair needs to be shaved when deployed in areas where hazmat situations may occur, ( so the gas mask can seal)
@cameroncurrie7208
10 ай бұрын
I was in Gagetown 2RCR Recon when they built the combat training center. We did some crazy live fire with the Americans there. It is a huge base.
@woodwj987
5 ай бұрын
Yes the Canadian Armed Forces has reg forces witch is full time and reserve witch is part time
@BradFalck-mn3pc
10 ай бұрын
British Columbia sees summer temperatures between Barstow and Phoenix numbers
@heatherblake4825
10 ай бұрын
Canadians used to not be able to have beards, its been a few years since they were allowed they should shave them off though its not what they should have cause they never did when they begin
@abrahamdozer6273
2 жыл бұрын
A comment about the reserves in Canada VS the National Guard. Canadian Provinces do not have their own military and they have no control over the military. The Provinces have to ask the Federal Government for assistance from the military and it is usually forthcoming.
@wocookie2277
2 жыл бұрын
The reserve system, Canadian Coast Guard, as well as aspects of he Royal Canadian Mounted Police are all part of National Defence. The military can deploy anywhere in Canada and abroad.
@patwarner9373
2 жыл бұрын
Um... nope the Canadian Coast Guard is part of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans and is not part of the military. I know because I served 25 years in the Coast Guard. Yes we occasionally interacted with the military (ie Search and Rescue) but that was mostly it. Curiously, the RCMP are considered to be a regiment of cavalry in the order of battle but they have mainly served as Provost Corps (military police) in past conflicts, specifically World War II...
@FIORGOBASAUDEAMUS
Жыл бұрын
RCMP are their own entity. They do help out military. But, do not fall under DND.
@thegreenfiddler1
7 ай бұрын
You should check out Canadian military hero Leo Major
@jcurl1000
Ай бұрын
Its not an m4 it is a colt canada c8, a canadian inproved verson of the m4 much supprtior
@Live.1774
9 ай бұрын
I had a reserve cpt tell me that the standard issued Cadpat camo is being switched to some multi-cam bs.
@lachlanhartgerink48
2 жыл бұрын
Doesn’t matter if your reserve or regular force if your called for a natural disaster foreign or domestic your going.
@danielletisserand2321
2 жыл бұрын
Not for reservists they are voluntary soldiers and since there is no civilian job guarantee when they return whether domestic or foreign they cannot be forced unless an Act of Parliament is passed. Which would be a form of conscription
@lachlanhartgerink48
2 жыл бұрын
@@danielletisserand2321The ones I know must be Class A or B reservists cause when our unit was called up for Op Vector and Op Lentis they were there with us.
@danielletisserand2321
2 жыл бұрын
@@lachlanhartgerink48 they willing volunteered I had reservists during the the ice storm, y2k and even during the pandemic not to mention various floods in the west of Montreal. Again the call went out to reservists who were willing and available. Those that participated were put on short term class C contracts as they worked side by side with the the reg force guys. Class A is one days work one days pay they have to sign a pay sheet before they start working should any injury occur. Class B is a little more complicated as their contracts are usually in blocks of three months or less and can be renewed for another term. The thing is that a reservist cannot whether A or B has no obligation to volunteer, there is nothing in DOAD's or in government legislation that will force an employer or even a school to grant them the time off and protect their position once the operation is done. That being said there are a lot of reservists who are in school part time or have the means to take time off as class C gives them the same benefits as the regular force. As I stated in my comment only an Act of Parliament can force a reservist to be deployed at home or abroad.
@trevordecelis-loft1522
5 ай бұрын
The rifle we use in the Canadian armed forces is the C7 which is the brother of the M4
@thelostviking9998
2 жыл бұрын
It’s the C7 or C8 by Colt Canada. Very similar to the M16.
@ryanclucas919
6 ай бұрын
Watch CSOR. We didn't fuck around.
@jamth118
2 жыл бұрын
Hey mate I saw you enjoyed Jeremy Clarkson’s Victorian cross, he has another another documentary called “the greatest raid of all time” I highly recommend and I truly think you will enjoy it :)
@five-eyes666
2 жыл бұрын
It's the Victoria Cross.
@tacfoley4443
Ай бұрын
Make that VictoriA Cross, 'kay?
@Tony-ih1pg
5 ай бұрын
CAF dont use M4, its some kind of variant, dont remember the name
@andrewfox6631
5 ай бұрын
Not as good as the British army . Even the yanks are not as well trained 😅
@amysutt
2 жыл бұрын
Love your videos glad to see you posted again
@leslieshand4509
Жыл бұрын
WE ROCK!!!!!!! And watch VIMY ridge. My father served our country for 32 years. My grandfather served RAF in WW1 and RCAF in WW2. He was at VIMY and Normandy. And we DON’T just have cold weather. It was 35 degrees centigrade where I am for about 7 weeks this summer. And no national guard, but reserve soldiers
@ronlea8881
11 ай бұрын
Look at the Canadian army WW 1, very rich history.
@LouismarieBelanger
Жыл бұрын
These M4 are modified according to canadian specs.
@gabrielsireliangusteinhast9059
Жыл бұрын
I seved in navy 😂 unsuitable and in😂prisonning
@pathighminded5463
Жыл бұрын
beards make your military 5% stronger
@maximilliancunningham6091
5 ай бұрын
TY, well done ! Friends, family, allies.
@lorrainerichey5876
Жыл бұрын
Canadians entered WW2 before USA.
@heatherblake4825
10 ай бұрын
we would be there for the States in a pinch you know
@robertmaheu7583
2 жыл бұрын
facial hair is new used to be spec ops and pioneers only but think its extended to everyone. Its not the M4 is the c7a2 and c8 carbine they are the weapons that the US Marines bought just with the solid stock removed and an adjustable one installed with forward grip brought in around 2007. The CF and the USA Marines are closely linked infact I know some instructors were sent to Paris Island to drill yankee style. Canada is not big enough to have all these fancy units all we have is reservists class a and b theres also c but there an incase of war thing and they are pointless. and we have reg force and all troops no matter who you are can be sent to fight or aid in disasters. Hell was on a bus and was randomly stopped to aid in an evac once and was not what we were there to do. (in response to TheJimprez JTF2 and CSOR do operate inside Canada often and have been used publicly for g8 and g12 summit, the Quebec referendum, and Olympics as well as Parliament attack) That vid at 6:18 rolling out the boat and jungle training that is not normal infantry stuff that is the Pathfinder course its about as spec ops as you can get without being spec ops hell there's spec ops guys who dont have that training. Canada was first nation in the world to introduce digital camo its supposed to be infra red proofed but the army decided not to pay for the chemical wash. Oh theres also the Rangers but thats a special unit made specifically for our first nations peoples they are technically reservists but different hard to explain they are more like survival experts and guides for the army (they are not to be confused with American Rangers)
@FIORGOBASAUDEAMUS
Жыл бұрын
Rangers are made up of First Nation and Inuit. Also, the Rangers do more they you think in regards to protecting the sovereignty if our nation in the far north. Not so called guides for the military. They are highly respected for all their skills. I know many reg force units that have taken jungle warfare. Yes Pathfinders different training. Many buddies who have become Pathfinders. Our CANSOFCOM has many different roles. Also, the soldier mention Recon Platoon totally different then Pathfinders. Yeah that was Recon training. Pathfinder training totally different. Again lost of mistakes in your comment. I could go on about our CSOR and JTF2/JTFX as well.
@robertmaheu7583
Жыл бұрын
@@FIORGOBASAUDEAMUS having re-read my statement im not sure what is a mistake the combat value of the Rangers is like 5% and useless as a fighting force but as support for conventional troops they are a big modifier and hit above their class as instructors and support. maybe things have changed since I left the forces. The jungle warfare thing I recognize from a French foreign legion video where Canadian Pathfinder trained with them in a rare cooperation.
@FIORGOBASAUDEAMUS
Жыл бұрын
@@robertmaheu7583 yeah the Rangers are up front on artic defence. Always been that way. My Uncle and many relatives are or were Rangers. I seen all Pathfinder vids and my buddies seen this vid. They do not recall this training. My good bro I worked with at tactical shop. Well he did train with FFL and was on Recon course. I like to know more about that Canadian training Marines. Never heard of that and my cousin who was an Instructor never seen a Canadian at the Cradle of the Corp he was their for a bit as his father before him. I actually am interested as he is about these instructors. I know we have troops training with Americans. One of my Pathfinder bros got his Ranger tab.
@iceexodus9282
7 ай бұрын
It's actually a C7 a colt canada M4 variant.
@patlittle4642
2 жыл бұрын
There are more in this series, like Combat Engineer, etc!
@daegendeaflad7747
4 ай бұрын
Canadians use the C7 actually that’s what it is
@duanepigden1337
Жыл бұрын
Canadian regular military would be considered special forces in USA.
@DirtyMikeandTheBoys69
10 ай бұрын
You're clearly having a laugh. I've worked with the CAF, there's nothing that sets your regular forces apart from ours. Even when I joined the Guard, there still wasn't much of a difference. We had better kit, better TTPs/SOPs, much better support, far better training centers, etc. You guys regularly send your soldiers to Drum, Polk, 29 Palms, RTC/NTC etc, to train and even certify to deploy. The CAF we're awesome, but certainly not "special forces" level. 😂
@derrickhibbs9201
6 ай бұрын
Nope it’s just what it is simple 😊
@neely88
Жыл бұрын
We're pretty good hunters eh,
@brandonwoeldike2084
5 ай бұрын
Beware the red maple leaf 🇨🇦
@erniehathaway3613
5 ай бұрын
C7, C8, C9
@Unstoppabletravel
Жыл бұрын
The provinces or territories leaders are the ones that call on the Federal Government to deploy the Military for disaster aid. The Canadian Military helps with flooding, forest fires, deploying COVID vaccines to reserves, and most recently the big hurricane that caused massive damage to Nova Scotia, PEI, and part of Newfoundland. This is the main reason why support for Canadian Troops has always been high in Canada because the general public sees and interacts with them in times of disaster. In times of disaster, the people call on the leaders to deploy the Canadian Military for aid. And it's coast to coast.
@Snake-v1c
10 ай бұрын
Thats not an m4 its called a C7. Its a modified variant of the M16 A2. Also we do have reserves but they suck. I served mechanized infantry for 7 years. We have do have a variant of the M4 but its usually used by armored or officers.
@ej_22
9 ай бұрын
M4 in this context would mean ar15 platform
@Snake-v1c
9 ай бұрын
@@ej_22 Gotcha bro. Merry xmas. The m4 variant we use is shorter and has a heavy barrel but youre correct its still an AR platfrorm.
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