The Cadet Program is one of the largest federally sponsored youth programs in Canada. It is a national program for young Canadians aged 12 to 18 who are interested in participating in a variety of fun, challenging and rewarding activities.
Just a reminder that if you are planning to purchase tickets for the Annual Ceremonial Review Dinner taking place following the Review, tickets will be available tonight and next Wednesday, May 17. Tickets are $15.00 per adult and $8.00 per cadet.
Monday, May 8 – Drill Team Practice 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 10 – Regular Parade Night – Dress C2 with cadet jacket (or civilian), gloves, hat. As many discovered last week, it is chilly out on the taxiway, DRESS WARM!
Drill Team Competition Information
The Western Ontario Area Band and Drill Competition will take place at Fanshawe College inLondon.
Departure: Friday, May 12 5:15 p.m. from the cadet hall (no uniform for travelling)
Please ensure you have had dinner or bring it with you on the bus.
Competition Information: Uniform Inspection in Gym 3 0730 hrs, Performance in Gym 1 – 0800 hrs
Pick Up Information: Saturday, May 13 at approximately 11:30 a.m. at the cadet hall. We are scheduled to leave London at 9:30 a.m.
Cadets are required to bring the following:
HEALTH CARD
ALL UNIFORM PIECES preferably in a garment bag (belt, wedge, tunic, tie, shirt, pants, boots, grey socks)
towel (bedding will be provided but not towels)
water bottle
lint brush/roller
polishing kit
WE WISH THE TEAM THE BEST OF LUCK!
Upcoming Events:
Saturday, May 27 – Annual Ceremonial Review – cadets to arrive at 8:00 a.m. review starts at 2:00 p.m. Dinner tickets available until May 17.
Cadets need to be aware of the followng for the aviation/range weekend taking place on Saturday, May 6 and Sunday, May 7:
Drop off Time: Saturday, May 6 – INSTRUCTORS to arrive at 9:00 a.m. ALL OTHER CADETS to arrive at 9:30 a.m
Pick up Time: Sunday, May 7 – 12:00 p.m.
Cadets will require the following items:
HEALTH CARD
LUNCH FOR SATURDAY
– appropriate civilian clothing (no uniform required)
– warm jacket, winter hat and gloves (there will be some outdoor training taking place)
– refillable water bottle AND travel mug (for hot drinks)
– sleeping bag, pillow, air mattress (optional), pjs
– toiletry kit (toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, towel, face cloth etc)
– notebook/paper and pen/pencil
You may wish to bring games and snacks for free time.
Drop off: Saturday 0900hrs
Pick up: Sunday 1200hrs
Monday, May 1 – Drill Team Practice 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 3 – Parade Night – Annual Ceremonial Review Practice Dress C2. It is important that all cadets are there to prepare and practice for the upcoming Annual Ceremonial Review. Practices take place outside on the taxi way so bring your jacket.
Parents Sponsoring Committee Annual General Meeting – 6:30 p.m. in the Administration Trailer beside Building #1. Drop off your cadet and head over to the meeting to find out the great things your Parents Sponsoring Committee has been working on. Tickets for the Annual Ceremonial Review Dinner will be on sale – Adults $15.00, cadets and children under 12 $8.00.
Saturday, May 6 – Start of Aviation/Range Mandatory Weekend. Cadets are to be dropped at the hall for 9:30 a.m. on Saturday with their health card, lunch and items to stay overnight. Pick up will be noon Sunday. Instructor schedules will be posted.
Notes:
May 12 – 13 Western Ontario Drill Competition (timings still being finalized – we will be heading to London on Friday night and returning sometime Saturday)
Saturday, May 27 – Annual Ceremonial Review – Cadets will need to arrive at the hall for 8:00 a.m. to prepare and practice for the Review. The Review starts promptly at 2:00 p.m. Those cadets in attendance on Wednesday received invitations with all the details.