SSC Elections for the 2020/2021 Cadet Year

The SSC (Squadron Sponsoring Committee) elections for the 2020/21 Cadet year are usually held in May.  However, due to the COVID-19 shut down we will have to postpone the elections.  Regardless of the fact that we are unsure when the elections will be held, we are going ahead with a call of interest now so that when we are able to hold the election we will be ready to proceed.

The SSC is made up of a group of 11 Directors + volunteers.  The only difference between Directors and volunteers is that the Directors have the ability to vote on motions put forward at SSC meetings.  Within that group of 11 Directors there is an executive group made up of the Chair, 1st Vice Chair, 2nd Vice Chair, Treasurer and Secretary.

If you are interested in becoming a Director you must indicate your intention to the chair by email (872.chairperson@cadetsair.ca) before Wednesday May 13th 2020.  People interested in becoming a Director should have been attending SSC meetings during the past few months so you are familiar with the workings of our organization.

Expectations of Directors:

  • Attend all SSC Meetings (typically the second Wednesday of every month excluding July and August) + Budget and Planning meetings typically held in August and Early September.
  • Actively volunteer at as many activities and events both on Wednesday evening as well as other nights and weekends as possible.
  • Take on or assist in at least one major project or role per year (ie. Spaghetti dinner, Tag Day, Golf Tournament,  Tuck Shop, Facilities management, Transportation management…..)
  • The term of a Director is 1 year running from July 1st to June 30th (however this will likely be different this year).  While directors are elected yearly there are several positions, mainly the Chair and Treasurer where a multi year commitment is required.  This is due to the training required and the learning curve to move into the position.

Please note that all Air Cadet activities have been suspended until at least 31 August 2020.  As it is not legal to hold our elections “on-line”, gathering together to complete this process will have to wait until at least September 2020.  As a result, the current SSC composition will likely be extended by the Air Cadet League of Canada until then.

If you have any questions please feel free to speak to any of the SSC members or contact Mark Vermeer at 872.chairperson@cadetsair.ca.