COVID-19 Training Update

26 August 2020

To our Cadets, Parents , Guardians and the Community of Welland/Pelham,

The safety and security of all who participate in the Cadet Program is always one of our top priorities. It is assumed that the COVID-19 pandemic could last 18 months or longer. This virus will likely return in multiple waves and continue to pose a threat to the Canadian Public. A return to normalcy is not forecasted any time soon, and we need to prepare for a new normal.

Therefore, that is why, the Commander of the National Cadet and Junior Canadian Rangers Support Group has made the decision to delay the start-up of limited in-person cadet activities until at least 1 October, 2020. This was not an easy decision, nor was it made in isolation. It ensures that we have proper measures in place for the safety and security of everyone who participates in our programs and will ensure that the Cadet and JCR programs do not become a vector to spread the COVID-19 virus.

In the month of September, you can expect that we will reach out to you with information about the fall. We are expecting virtual briefing sessions to prepare for the training year to resume in September, and virtual training to resume in October until such time that limited in-person training can be authorized. For your information, we have enclosed some key questions/answers for the upcoming 2020-2021 training year.

Although the fall of 2020 will not roll out the same way it has in years before, we remain committed to ensuring that the Cadet Program continues to provide unique experiences for youth within our community. Should you have any questions or concerns, you are encouraged to reach out to me.

Yours truly,

Captain C. Bowman
Commanding Officer

Frequently Asked Questions

For all new/interested cadets

Yes, we are accepting registration if your young adult (aged 12-18) wishes to join the Cadets. Please see the Join Cadets page for more information on what to expect and how to start the process. Also, make sure to subscribe to updates to this website to learn about an upcoming info session we will be hosting in September/October for new recruits. To subscribe, add your email address to the on the right or email recruiting@87eagle.ca directly.

For all existing 87 Eagle cadets and parents

We know you are looking forward to getting back to Cadets, and we are too! We will be hosting a virtual info session so stay tuned for more information. If you do not currently get emails from 87 Eagle make sure to subscribe and check your junk/spam folder just in case. To subscribe, add your email address to the on the right or email recruiting@87eagle.ca directly. Current cadets are also reminded to continue to check Slack for updates from their respective chain of command. Not connected yet? Learn How to Join Slack here.

For all retired or departing 87 Eagle cadets

We will be providing an update soon on how and when to bring your uniforms back to Supply.

Any other questions

As we continue to navigate through the pandemic, always remember that you have a family here at 87 Eagle. If you have any questions, please always feel free to reach out to me at 87squadron@gmail.com