• The motto of the Canadian Air Cadet program is “To learn. To serve. To advance.” The program is designed to develop in youth the attributes of good citizenship and leadership; promote physical fitness; and stimulate the interest of youth in the air activities of the Canadian Forces.

  • The Cadet program welcomes youth ages 12 to 18. If you are not yet 12, come visit us once you turn 12!

  • The Squadron Sponsoring Committee collects an annual assessment fee $225 per cadet, but we will not turn away any cadet due to their financial situation. Also, the Squadron Sponsoring Committee requires parental and cadet support to raise the funds necessary to provide programs and equipment as well as pay the rent for the squadron's quarters. Finally, there are nominal charges for some social activities such as dinners and optional activities.

  • For a list of additional teams and activities offered by our squadron, see our activities.

    Occasional weekend activities including field training exercises, where you will learn to build shelters, make a fire and survive in the wilderness. We also have weekend flying and gliding trips where you will get a chance to go up in an small aircraft or glider and learn about flying. We also do several team building activities through out the year like rock climbing or bowling.

  • Education is very important to Cadets. Cadet training is a hands-on, activity-based program that should complement school studies. In fact, you can receive up to a maximum of 6 school credits for obtaining the rank of Flight Sergeant and Warrant Officer and attending a national summer camp. The skills you develop at Cadets will benefit you with your schoolwork. You'll be more organized, you'll be better able to focus and you'll learn to work in a team. As well, there are several scholarships available through Cadets.

  • Cadets will participate in drill, sports nights, and classroom activities where they will learn about subjects such as aircraft identification, navigation, citizenship, meteorology, principles of flight, and a number of other subjects.

  • If you are interested in attending summer camps, there are a number of different camps located across Canada. Cadets can go to camp for two to seven weeks on a variety of courses. Each camp offers a unique mixture of outdoor activities and valuable instruction. Attendance at cadet summer camps is free. The Canadian Armed Forces provide all transportation, meals, lodging and special equipment. Every cadet attending summer camp receives a training allowance; cadets in staff positions at camp receive remuneration.

    Please Note: Cadets who join after January 31st of each year will not be eligible for summer training that year.

  • Summer camps include training in leadership, instructional techniques, music, marksmanship, flying, navigation, meteorology, air traffic control, ceremonial drill, physical education, survival training, aerospace studies and citizenship.

    Senior cadets can qualify for international exchange, glider flying scholarships and power flying scholarships.

  • No. A complete uniform is on loan to you from the Canadian Armed Forces. You are required to maintain your uniform washing and ironing and polishing boots for each parade night.

  • Cadets learn from members of the Cadet Instructors Cadre, members of the Canadian Armed Forces, officers who are enrolled as supplementary reserve officers specifically trained to work with youth. In some cases, civilian instructors or volunteers who possess special skills are called in to assist cadet instructors. Both the cadet instructors and civilian volunteers have chosen to dedicate their valuable time to helping cadets reach their potential.

  • Cadets are not members of the military and make absolutely no commitments regarding future military service. Cadets is a great way to learn more about Canada, make friends and develop new skills that will be with you for life, no matter what career you choose.