FAQ

The Royal Canadian Air Cadet Program is a free youth program for ages 12-18 that develops leadership, citizenship, physical fitness, aviation knowledge, and teamwork through weekly training and special activities.

There is no cost to join the Air Cadet Program. Uniforms and mandatory training activities are provided at no cost. Some optional activities may involve personal expenses.

The squadron conducts regular training one evening per week, along with occasional weekend activities and additional optional opportunities such as community events, teams, and special activities.

Youth may apply to join once they have reached their 12th birthday and are not yet 19 years old.

Cadets age out of the program upon reaching the maximum age established by the Cadet Program. Information regarding final activities and opportunities to remain involved as a volunteer can be discussed with squadron staff.

Visit our Join Us page and complete an application. Squadron staff will contact you with information about the next intake and enrollment process. Our intake capacity is limited, and wait lists may apply.

Prospective cadets are often welcome to attend a training night to see what the Air Cadet Program is all about. Contact the squadron for details, requirements, and to arrange a visit.

Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe footwear. A uniform will not be issued until after enrollment and initial processing. Cadets without uniforms are encouraged to wear a white shirt and black pants, but this is not required.

Uniform issuance depends on sizing availability and supply timelines. Please be patient, as uniforms must be ordered and issued through the national supply system.

Yes. New cadets may join throughout much of the training year, subject to available space and enrollment capacity.

Cadets should advise their chain of command as soon as possible by following the squadron's attendance reporting procedure found in the Flight Plan.

Parents may assist younger cadets, but cadets are encouraged to take responsibility for communicating absences whenever possible.

Staff may contact the cadet and family to confirm continued interest in the program and discuss any support required to return.

If you expect to miss three or more consecutive training nights, please contact the Commanding Officer to discuss a Leave of Absence. This helps reduce the need for multiple absence reports and allows the squadron to maintain accurate attendance records.

Uniforms are generally issued after enrollment is complete and sizing information has been collected. Initial uniform items are typically issued approximately 45 days after enrollment, with dress uniforms often arriving later through the national supply system. Timelines vary based on item availability and squadron stock.

Speak with your section staff or supply staff. Adjustments or replacement items can often be arranged. Make sure to submit the Supply Request Form.

Report the issue to your section staff and supply staff as soon as possible.

Cadet365 is the official Microsoft 365 platform used by the Cadet Program for communication, collaboration, training resources, and online meetings.

Cadet365 accounts are issued to cadets. Parents do not receive Cadet365 accounts.

Cadet365 is intended for cadet use. Parents receive information through squadron communication channels that do not require a Cadet365 login.

Contact squadron staff for assistance with password resets or account access issues. You will be asked to provide an email address to receive a temporary password. Password reset requests typically take 24-48 hours to process.

Most cadets will have opportunities to participate in familiarization flying. Flying activities are dependent on aircraft availability, weather conditions, and operational requirements, so timelines may vary. We work hard to provide every cadet with the opportunity to get airborne as soon as possible.

Qualified cadets may apply for national flying scholarship programs. Selection is highly competitive and based on established criteria.

Cadets may participate in leadership training, aviation activities, sports, music, drill, effective speaking, marksmanship, biathlon, community service, and summer training opportunities.

Information is published through the squadron website, the Flight Plan (Weekly Routine Orders), email communications, and other official squadron channels.

Please check the Squadron Website and Flight Plan first, as most information is published there.

If you cannot find the answer on the Squadron Website, Flight Plan, Cadet365, or through the cadet chain of command, please contact us directly.

No. Parents are welcome to contact squadron staff directly when they require assistance or information.

Parents may attend parades, ceremonies, and information sessions. Activity-specific details will be published whenever additional participation is applicable.

Parents interested in volunteering or applying to work with the Squadron as an adult staff member are encouraged to contact the Commanding Officer for more information.

Parents interested in volunteering with the Squadron Sponsoring Committee are encouraged to contact the SSC Chair for more information.

No. Summer training opportunities are optional, and cadets submit applications separately from regular squadron training.

Selection depends on eligibility requirements, available positions, attendance, participation, and national allocation processes.

All cadets are expected to treat others with respect, follow instructions, and contribute to a safe and inclusive environment.

Report concerns to squadron staff immediately. We will take all concerns seriously and address them appropriately.

The squadron website is the primary source for routine information, forms, schedules, and announcements.

Contact the squadron directly, and we will be happy to assist.