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 providing support and resources where necessary to help deliver a fun and exciting 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.
SSC meetings normally occur at AY Jackson High School on the second Wednesday of each month throughout the training year and are open to all. Check the squadron calendar for details.
The SSC always welcomes new volunteers! Learn more 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
Melissa Petit-Clerc – SSC Chairperson
Sanjeev Shangari – Treasurer
Mark Vermeer – Air Cadet League of Canada Representative
872 Squadron relies on the continued generosity of sponsors, fundraising initiatives and donations to help cover operation and activity costs that are not funded by the Department of National Defence.
Ways you can help:
- United Way.
Did you know? Government employees can direct their payroll GCWCC United Way contributions directly to 872 squadron. Find us as a registered charity under “Air Cadet League of Canada 872 Kiwanis, Kanata Squadron” in the section “other Canadian Registered Charities” of the GCWCC donation form.
Reference our Charity Number: 123613523RR0032.Thank you for supporting 872 Royal Canadian Air Cadets!
- 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 electronically by contacting our Treasurer.
- 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 Air Cadet League, Ontario Provincial Committee’s monthly 50/50 draw is on! Get your tickets and win big! Draws continue throughout the year, click here to support your squadron. Funds raised allow the Air Cadet League of Ontario (and Eastern Quebec and Ottawa) to provide youth access to educational programs and resources, including leadership, communication, volunteer opportunities, and awards and scholarships. Additionally, the ACL strives to ensure access for cadets to improve their knowledge of aerospace and aviation by supporting and providing opportunities for educational programs and resources.
- 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!
