The Squadron Sponsoring Committee (SSC)
The 872 Squadron Sponsoring Committee (SSC) is maintained by a dedicated group of adult volunteers predominantly made up of parents/guardians of cadets and community members.
The Sponsoring Committee maintains a strong partnership with the Squadron officer cadre throughout the training year. Although by no means exhaustive, a list of regular SSC duties include:
- promoting the activities of the squadron to the community;
- fundraising and managing funds for activities not supported financially by the Department of National Defence;
- supports honours, awards and recognition initiatives as appropriate;
- providing accommodation for cadet training and activities when not available from DND for local training exercises;
- providing transport when not available from DND for local training exercises;
- screening and registering all volunteers in accordance with the Air Cadet League (ACL) policies.
Read the full SSC charter at: 872 SSC Charter
SSC meetings normally occur at AY Jackson High School on the second Wednesday of each month during the training year and are open to all. Check the squadron calendar for details.
The SSC always welcomes new volunteers! Learn more on how you can get involved by stopping in at the SSC desk on regular training nights or contacting the SSC Chairperson at: 872.chairperson@cadetsair.ca
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872 Squadron relies on the continued generosity of sponsors, fundraising initiatives and donations to
help cover operation and activity costs that not funded by the Department of National Defence.
Ways you can help:
- United Way. Government Employees can direct your GCWCC United Way contributions to
us. We are a registered charity. Look for “Air Cadet League of Canada 872 Kiwanis, Kanata
Squadron” under “other Canadian Registered Charities”.
Reference our Charity Number: 123613523RR0032 - Donations by Cash, Cheque or Credit Card. You can send donations attention to the squadron in
person or by mail. Please make cheques payable to “872 Kiwanis Kanata Air Cadet Squadron”. A
donation receipt can be provided. You can also donate online by credit card by clicking here - FlipGive, a free fundraising app. 872 earns cash back on every purchase you make all year long! All you have to do is shop any time with the brands you already love, like Home Depot, Walmart, Sport Chek, Indigo, Old Navy, Apple, Esso, and Loblaws. It’s completely virtual and contactless. Click here to find all the details.
- OPC 50/50 Raffle. The Ontario Provincial Committee’s monthly 50/50 draw is still running! Check out the post at https://872rcacs.ca/new-fundraiser-opc-50-50-raffle/ for details. Every dollar raised helps our youth soar to new heights. Thank you for your support!
- Home Hardware and Brew It Boutique Bridlewood Home Hardware (90 Michael Cowpland Drive) and Brew It Boutique Kanata (420 Hazeldean Road #3) give a percentage to our squadron when you make a purchase in their stores. Just mention 872 Squadron to the cashier when you’re checking out!
Every little bit helps. Thank You for supporting our cadets!