872 Kiwanis Kanata Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron

872 Ceremonial Drill Team and Flag Practice Party
2025-01-14 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Toronto) | Glen Cairn Public School Gymnasium, 182 Morrena Rd, Kanata, Ontario, K2L 1E1, Canada
Open to all levels, drill practice is held every Tuesday* evening from 19h00 to 21h00 in the Glen Cairn Public School gymnasium.
*check calendar and Teams before every week for updates on venue changes or cancellations.

872 Training Night
2025-01-15 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-01-22 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-02-12 18:30 - 21:15 | A.Y. Jackson High School, 150 Abbeyhill Dr, Kanata, Ontario, K2L 1H7, Canada
Order of Dress: C5

Order of Dress

Composition

Authorized Clothing Accoutrements and Accessories

C5

Beret / turban with Air Cadet headdress insignia, toque or wide-brimmed tan summer hat.
Field shirt.
Rank slip-ons.
Environmental (blue) / squadron / CTC t-shirt.
Field pants and belt.
Socks.
Multi-Purpose Boots (alternative footwear may be authorized when necessary based on the activity).

Appointment or rank brassard.
Nametape optional.
Lanyard. May be worn to indicate nominations to particular positions at the corps / CTC.

Note:

May be worn under the all-season jacket.
Shirt may be worn with sleeves extended or rolled above the elbows.

872 Band Practice
2025-01-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-01-30 07:00 - 21:00, 2025-02-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Glen Cairn Community Centre (Upper Hall), 190 Morrena Rd., Kanata, Ontario, K2L 1E1, Canada
Regular band practice for all instruments. Check Teams for news and updates from the Drum Major and Band O.

872 Supply Night
2025-01-17 18:30 - 20:00 | DYMON Storage Kanata, 110 Didsbury Rd., Kanata, Ontario, K2T 0C2, Canada
This Friday we invite BRISTOL FLIGHT first years to receive their DEUs (blue uniforms). Report to Dymon Storage Kanata at between 6:30pm to 8:00pm.

Any cadet who has been contacted for special orders can come to Dymon to pick it up, no appointment required.

872 Biathlon Team - Live Fire Practice
2025-01-18 08:00 - 14:30 | Camp Fortune, 300 Dunlop Rd, Chelsea, QC, J9B 2N3, Canada
This week’s practice will be at Camp Fortune’s, Chelsea Nordiq venue for a live fire practice, using the facilities ski trails and range. Bring a lunch, water, change of mitts/gloves and ALL equipment. Remember to dress for the forest!
Meet at the entrance to the trails (parking lot at the back) at 8:00am sharp – as we have to walk in as a team.
OPIs: CI Schmidt, CI de Mahy

872 Marksmanship Practice
2025-01-18 08:45 - 11:30, 2025-01-25 08:45 - 12:00, 2025-02-01 08:45 - 12:00, 2025-02-08 08:45 - 12:00 | Connaught Cadet Training Centre, 1 Lewis Gun Rd, Nepean, Ontario, K2K 3K3, Canada
Marksmanship Practice at 5 Brouillette (Connaught Ranges)

872 Marksmanship Practice
2025-01-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Royal Canadian Legion Branch 638, 70 Hines Rd, Kanata, Ontario, K2K 2M5, Canada
Second Marksmanship Practice at the Kanata Legion

872 Ceremonial Drill Team and Flag Party Practice
2025-01-21 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-01-28 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-02-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Glen Cairn Public School Gymnasium, 182 Morrena Rd, Kanata, Ontario, K2L 1E1, Canada

872 Band Practice - CXLD
2025-01-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Glen Cairn Community Centre (Upper Hall), 190 Morrena Rd., Kanata, Ontario, K2L 1E1, Canada
Band practice is cancelled for tonight due to exams. Study well and good luck!
We will resume next week.

872 Supply Night
2025-01-24 18:30 - 20:00 | DYMON Storage Kanata, 110 Didsbury Rd., Kanata, Ontario, K2T 0C2, Canada
This Friday we invite DELTA AND CHALLENGER FLIGHT first years to receive their DEUs (blue uniforms). Report to Dymon Storage Kanata at between 6:30pm to 8:00pm.

Any cadet who has been contacted for special orders can come to Dymon to pick it up, no appointment required.

Eastern Region Biathlon Competitive Race
2025-01-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Camp Fortune, 300 Dunlop Rd, Chelsea, QC, J9B 2N3, Canada
The final race! Biathlon athletes be sure to pack your lunch, water and warm clothes. Parking is restricted to P11, parents may drop cadets off at the trail with equipment, but must park at P11 and take the shuttle to the site if staying to watch.
Check Teams for all race timings and details. Good Luck, Angry Unicorns! SKI FAST! SHOOT STRAIGHT!

872 Marksmanship Practice
2025-01-27 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-02-03 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-02-10 18:30 - 21:30 | Royal Canadian Legion Branch 638, 70 Hines Rd, Kanata, Ontario, K2K 2M5, Canada
Marksmanship Practice at the Kanata Legion

872 Supply Night
2025-01-31 18:30 - 20:00 | DYMON Storage Kanata, 110 Didsbury Rd., Kanata, Ontario, K2T 0C2, Canada
This Friday we invite EXPEDITOR and FALCON FLIGHT first years to receive their DEUs (blue uniforms). Report to Dymon Storage Kanata at between 6:30pm to 8:00pm.

Any cadet who has been contacted for special orders can come to Dymon to pick it up, no appointment required.

872 Training Night - CO's Parade
2025-02-05 18:30 - 21:15 | A.Y. Jackson High School, 150 Abbeyhill Dr, Kanata, Ontario, K2L 1H7, Canada
CO’s Parade for all cadets

Details and updates will be posted on Teams.
Order of Dress: C3

Drones 1
2025-02-05 19:00 - 20:00 | A.Y. Jackson High School, 150 Abbeyhill Dr, Kanata, Ontario, K2L 1H7, Canada
The Drone Training Program introduces cadets to the fundamentals of drone flight, safety protocols, mission planning, and hands-on piloting skills. Through engaging activities and practical experience, cadets will explore the exciting world of drones and gain knowledge aligned with Transport Canada regulations.
February 5 (1 Hour): Safety, Rules, and First Practice
Objective: Introduce cadets to drone safety and rules, then engage them with a hands-on flight experience to spark interest.
Content:

Overview of Canadian drone laws and safety regulations.
A brief introduction to pre-flight checklists and preparation.

Activity:

Hands-on drone practice: basic controls and simple maneuvers.
Demonstration of a basic drone in flight.
Homework: research and list three ways drones are used in different industries.

872 Supply Night
2025-02-07 18:30 - 20:00 | DYMON Storage Kanata, 110 Didsbury Rd., Kanata, Ontario, K2T 0C2, Canada
This Friday we invite GRIFFON and HERCULES FLIGHT first years to receive their DEUs (blue uniforms). Report to Dymon Storage Kanata at between 6:30pm to 8:00pm.

Any cadet who has been contacted for special orders can come to Dymon to pick it up, no appointment required.

Regional Excalibur Games
2025-02-08 - 2025-02-09 | Ontario
Details to be confirmed.

872 Ceremonial Drill and Colour Party Practice *CHANGE IN VENUE
2025-02-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Tony Graham Recreational Complex (Upper Hall A), 100 Charlie Rogers Place, Kanata, Ontario, K2V1A2, Canada
*PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN VENUE FOR THIS EVENING EVENT*
Open to all levels, drill practice is held every Tuesday* evening from 19h00 to 21h00 in the Glen Cairn Gymnasium.
*check calendar and Teams before every week for updates on venue changes and cancellations.*

The Royal Canadian Air Force attended the Battle of Britain Ceremony to pay tribute to all the heroes who fought during the Second World War at Beechwood Cemetery in Ottawa, Ontario on September 15, 2024.Photo Credit: Corporal Bélynda Casse Royal Canadian Air Force Public Affairs

CXLD - 872 Band Practice
2025-02-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Glen Cairn Community Centre (Upper Hall), 190 Morrena Rd., Kanata, Ontario, K2L 1E1, Canada
