Staff Announcements for the week of 9 March 2023

LEVEL 3+ SUMMER COURSES

It is time to let us know what courses you want to apply for this summer!

Summer courses are available to all cadets who have completed Level 3 and higher. 

Please fill out this form and let us know your TOP THREE CHOICES.Squadrons get spots based on the size of their units, so we can only send a few cadets per camp. IT IS NOT GUARANTEED THAT YOU GET A COURSE.AIR CADET SPECIFIC COURSES:Advanced Aviation (CFB Greenwood, Nova Scotia) Online: July 3 – July 7, In-person: July 17 – August 5Must have completed level 3 and be at least 14 years old.Survival Instructor (CFB Borden, Ontario)Online: July 3 – July 7, In-person: July 9 – July 29.Must have completed level 3 and be at least 14 years old.COMMON (TRI-ELEMENTAL) COURSES:Drill and Ceremonial Instructor (CFB Greenwood, Nova Scotia)Online: July 3 – July 7, In-person: August 6 – August 26Must have completed level 3.Fitness and Sports Instructor (CFB Gagetown, New Brunswick)Online: July 3 – July 7, In-person: July 16 to August 4Must have completed level 3.Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor (Connaught Ranges, Ottawa)Online: July 3 – July 7, In-person: July 9 – July 29.Must have completed level 3.Music Course – Music Band (CFB Comox, British Columbia)Online: July 3 – July 7, In-person: July 16 – August 5Must have completed level 3 and be at least 14 years old. Recommended that cadets have at least music qualification Level 1.VIRTUAL COURSES:Cadet Correspondent Course Serial 1: July 17 – July 28Serial 2: July 31 – August 11Must have completed level 3.Cyber Training CourseSerial 1: July 17 – July 28Serial 2: July 31 – August 11Must have completed level 1.Cadet Administration and Supply AssistantSerial 1: July 17 – July 28Serial 2: July 31 – August 11
Must have completed Level 4 and be at least 15 years old.
 
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LEVEL 1 & 2 SUMMER CAP (CADET ACTIVITIES PROGRAM)

Level 1 and Level 2 cadets!Once again this summer, you are eligible to participate in the Cadet Activities Program for your levels.LEVEL 1 (CAP 1)Your program is four days, 8am-430pm (timings to be confirmed). You need to be dropped off everyday with a water bottle and lunch and picked up at the end of the day. You must wear your Field Training Uniform (The green one).You have two different weeks to choose from:CAP 1 (1) Connaught Range August 10 – August 13CAP 1 (2) Connaught RangeAugust 26 – August 29LEVEL 2 (CAP 2)Your program is seven days. 8am – 430pm (timings to be confirmed) with an overnight activity on the weekend. You need to be dropped off everyday with a water bottle and lunch and picked up at the end of the day. You must wear your Field Training Uniform (The green one).
Your program is August 17 – August 23.Please fill out the following forms carefully to tell staff you wish to register:
 

AVIATION MUSEUM VISIT & NORTHSTAR RESTORATION PROJECT TOUR

There is still time to sign up for the squadron’s visit to the Aviation Museum on March 25. It will be a great day filled with activities in the museum, put on by senior cadets and part of your training. There will also be a unique opportunity for cadets to get a guided tour of the museum’s project to restore a C-5 Northstar, formerly flown by the RCAF.Sign up here!https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=-2oSqwzmL062z8c1DHbchFMyY2fSlf9PlePRK8eJD5BUMEtWOE40Rkk2OTk3MkQwWlhVSkRIMEtHSi4u

C7 SHOOTING OPPORTUNITY

We have an opportunity to send cadets who are 16 and over to Connaught Range on April 1, 2023, to try shooting C7 rifles, the main issued rifle of the Canadian Army.Rules:
-Putting your name on this list is not a guarantee you’re selected. There are limited spots.
-Must be at least 16. No exceptions.-Must not be medically prevented from handling firearms.-PRIORITY GOES TO CADETS WHO DID NOT ATTEND THE FALL OPPORTUNITY.
Sign up here. If we exceed the limit, staff will decide based on attendance this year.
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BIATHLON

SKI-Only practice at Kanata Nordic facility @ Wesley Clover Parks, Sat 11 Mar, 0800-1100

Map to location: https://goo.gl/maps/K8TpCiiGdcWcvnEs7

DRIVERS’ NOTE: THE CITY IS PLANNING ROADWORK ON CORKSTOWN ROAD – YOU MUST TAKE EAGLESON (NOT MOODIE) TO ACCESS CORKSTOWN RD TO GET TO KANATA NORDIC.The turn off from Corkstown Rd. is here: https://goo.gl/maps/3amgGX7pHM2SLb4R6

We will meet at the Kanata Nordic Chalet.

As usual: dress appropriately, bring water and a snack.

MARKSMANSHIP COMPETITION FINAL DETAILS – 11 MAR 2023

Marksmanship Team members, please read carefully as the end time has changed.  The notes have also been updated with the latest information received. 

 

Date: 

11 March 2023 

 

Address: 

Salaberry Armoury 

188 Boul. Alexandre-Taché, Gatineau, QC J9A 1L8 

 

Time : 

08h00 – 15h30 

 

Transportation: 

Transportation is not provided.   Cadets are responsible for their own transportation to and from the event. 

 

Notes: 

1. Each cadet must have their health insurance card with them in case health care would be needed.

2. Cadets are required to bring their own lunch. A canteen will be on site to provide snacks.

3. Civilian attire appropriate for the championships is authorized for cadets.

4. For cadets wearing glasses, glasses must be worn with a safety lanyard when shooting.  There will be some available for loan.

5. Spectators are not allowed.

6. If you have any questions or are not able to attend, please contact CI Muise at jason.muise@cadets.gc.ca or on Teams.

Published 10 Mar 2023 0805hrs