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Leadership
Earn responsibility through action and learn to lead under pressure.
Serve • Lead • Belong
Join the Watch.
Build confidence, develop leadership and become part of a Regimental family that has served Canada for generations.
No experience
Required
Paid
Training
Part-time
Primary Reserve
Montréal
Home
Why the Black Watch
Challenge Yourself
The Primary Reserve offers meaningful military service alongside your civilian career or education. At The Black Watch, that service comes with the added opportunity to join one of Canada’s most historic regiments and become part of a community that extends well beyond the Armoury.
Why Serve
Service through Experience.
Service in The Black Watch is about more than military training. It is an opportunity to develop as a leader, challenge yourself, build lasting friendships and become part of a Regimental family with deep roots in Montréal.
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Challenge
Push yourself physically, mentally and professionally.
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Community
Become part of a Regimental family built through shared experience.
Your journey
From Applicant to Soldier.
You do not need military experience before joining. Training develops the skills, fitness and confidence required to serve.
Apply
Submit an application and connect with a recruiter.
Meet the Regiment
Visit the Armoury, ask questions and learn what service looks like.
Complete Processing
Complete the required medical, interview and administrative steps.
Basic Training
Build the foundational military skills required of every Canadian soldier.
Join Your Platoon
Continue occupational training and begin serving with the Regiment.
Find your place
Opportunity Without Limits.
From field training and leadership to ceremonial duties and domestic operations, every soldier’s path is different.
Infantry
Train to Lead.
Develop tactical, physical and leadership skills through progressive field training.
Service
Serve at Home and Abroad.
Contribute to domestic operations, major exercises and international deployments.
Tradition
Carry Something Forward.
Take part in ceremonial duties and traditions that connect today’s soldiers with generations of Black Watch service.
Frequently asked questions
What You Need to Know.
Joining is a major decision. These answers will help you understand the commitment, training and application process.
Do I need previous military experience?
No. The Canadian Armed Forces provides the training required to become a soldier and learn your occupation.
How much time does the Army Reserve require?
Reserve service is designed to work alongside civilian employment or education. Training commonly takes place on selected evenings and weekends, with additional opportunities throughout the year.
Will I be paid during training?
Yes. Army Reserve members are paid for approved training and service.
Can I join while attending school?
Yes. Many Army Reserve members serve while attending college or university.
Do I need to be physically fit before applying?
You should arrive prepared for physical activity, but military fitness develops progressively through training. A recruiter can explain current fitness requirements.
Your story starts here
Answer the Call.
Whether you are looking for challenge, purpose or lifelong friendships, there is a place waiting for you at The Black Watch.