Author: Capt C. Bowman

We have extended the deadline to Thursday night to signup for the Niagara Challenger weekend training exercise on October 13-15.

We are asking all cadets to either sign up on the following form OR tell Capt Silva (87air@cadets.gc.ca) that you will not be attending.

Sign up: https://forms.gle/p4LLJ9vFMEtN7xPo7

More details about the exercise: https://87eagle.ca/2023/niagara-challenger-exercise-13-15-oct-2023/

Just a reminder about the upcoming training exercise on Oct 13-15. We are asking all cadets to either sign up on the following form OR tell Capt Silva (87air@cadets.gc.ca) that you will not be attending.

Here is the form: https://forms.gle/p4LLJ9vFMEtN7xPo7

More details about the exercise: https://87eagle.ca/2023/niagara-challenger-exercise-13-15-oct-2023/

All cadet families;

On 13–15 October we will be participating in the Niagara Challenger Field Training Exercise (FTX). This is a mandatory event for all cadets.

The FTX will be an opportunity to meet cadets from other units as a tri-service activity. Your cadet will learn archery, map and compass, survival skills, canoeing, and more, and will meet new friends, have fun, and build comradeship. This is an incredible opportunity for our cadets!

Below is the information for you to know for your cadet(s) and a signup form. Even though this is a mandatory activity, we are asking for cadets to sign-up in order to get accurate numbers. If you cannot attend: you must still tell the CO either in person or via 87air@cadets.gc.ca

Sign up by Saturday, Sep 30

Drop-off: Friday, 13-Oct at 1700hrs
Pick-up: Sunday, 15-Oct at 1400hrs
Location: Chippawa Creek Conservation Area, 74646 Regional Rd 45, Wellandport
Dress: FTU (C5)
Bring: Download Kit List
Emerg Contact (for Parents): 905-732-2083
Sign-up Form: https://forms.gle/p4LLJ9vFMEtN7xPo7

If you cannot attend, YOU MUST tell Capt Silva in-person OR email 87air@cadets.gc.ca.

We hope everyone had a wonderful summer. As you get ready to get back to school, Cadets is also returning this week. Please note the following activities:

Mon 4-Sep: Senior NCO Meeting and Uniform Swap

All Sgt’s and higher are expected to attend.

Timing: 1830-2100hrs
Location: LHQ
Dress: Civilian
Who: Sgt’s and higher
Bring: Notepad and pen/pencil

Wed 6-Sep: First Night Back

All current cadets are to attend our first cadet training night of the year!

Timing: 1830-2100hrs
Location: LHQ
Dress: Civilian
Who: All cadets

Wed 13-Sep: Open House

Anyone interested in learning more about cadets are welcome to attend our annual Open House! All current cadets are also expected to attend. More information about the Open House: 87eagle.ca/openhouse

Timing: 1900-2100hrs
Location: LHQ (3-435 River Rd, Fenwick, ON L0S 1C0)
Dress: Squadron Shirts (or civilian if you do not have one)
Who: Public and all cadets

Good afternoon everyone,

We have had a few parents reach out about CAP questions. Hopefully this helps!

CAP Level 1

17-20 August 2023

Please note there is no bus from Welland this year, drop-off and pickup will be at Lake St. Armoury.

• Who: See your Offer of Participation Form
• When: Starts this Thursday Aug 17 to Sunday Aug 20
• Timing: 8:00am – 4:00pm
• Drop-off: Lake St Armoury, 81 Lake St, St. Catharines, ON L2R 5X3
• Dress: FTUs (if you do not have FTUs, or if they do not fit, wear cadet appropriate civilian wear with running shoes)
• Lunch: Provided
• Bring:
  • Ontario Health Card;
  • Water bottle;
  • Offer of Participation;
  • Prescription Medication (if needed);
  • Prescription Eyewear with protective strap (if needed);
  • Medical Alert Identification (if needed);
  • Over-the-Counter Medication (if needed);
  • Cash (approx. $20);
  • Code of Conduct (print and sign); and,
  • Medication Form (print and sign).
• Joining Instructions (what to pack, etc): Joining Instructions
• Site Annex: St. Catharines CAP Site

CAP Level 2

23–29 August 2023

Please note there is no bus from Welland this year, drop-off and pickup will be at Lake St. Armoury except for the FTX days. Information will be released for those days during the CAP.

• Who: See your Offer of Participation Form
• When: Starts next Wednesday Aug 23 to Tuesday Aug 29
• Timing: 8:00am – 4:00pm
• Drop-off: Lake St Armoury, 81 Lake St, St. Catharines, ON L2R 5X3
• Dress: FTUs (if you do not have FTUs, or if they do not fit, wear cadet appropriate civilian wear with running shoes)
• Lunch: Provided
• Bring:
  • See Joining Instructions for overnight packing list;
  • Ontario Health Card;
  • Water bottle;
  • Offer of Participation;
  • Prescription Medication (if needed);
  • Prescription Eyewear with protective strap (if needed);
  • Medical Alert Identification (if needed);
  • Over-the-Counter Medication (if needed);
  • Cash (approx. $20);
  • Code of Conduct (print and sign); and,
  • Medication Form (print and sign).
• Joining Instructions (what to pack, etc): Joining Instructions
• Site Annex: St. Catharines CAP Site

Offer of Participation Forms

If you have misplaced or do not have a copy of your cadets Offer of Participation Form email 87air@cadets.gc.ca ASAP and someone will get it back to you.

Any other questions, please reach out.

Capt C. Bowman