The Battle of Britain parade is a mandatory parade for all cadets to attend.

The Battle of Britain is important in many ways, including the first major air military campaign entirely fought by air forces, and the first major German defeat and a crucial turning point in the Second World War.

During the Battle, which lasted from Jul 10 to Oct 31, 1940, Royal Air Force and the Fleet Air Arm of the Royal Navy defended the United Kingdom against large-scale attacks by Nazi Germany’s air force, the Luftwaffe.

Canada, along with other commonwealth countries, provided a portion of the United Kingdom’s 2,936 total pilots that fought during the Battle.

What: Battle of Britain Commemoration Parade
Start Time: Sunday, September 17^th at 1245hrs (parade starts at 1300hrs sharp)
End Time: Approximately 1500hrs
Dress: C1A (https://87eagle.ca/resources/numbered-orders-of-dress/)
Location: Chippewa Park Cenotaph, Welland
Duty Officer: Capt Bowman
Bring: Health card, dress for weather (if it is cooler, bring black gloves)

Cadets that cannot attend are to email the Commanding Officer at 87air@cadets.gc.ca

Heads Up!

As the Thanksgiving weekend approaches we wish to remind all Air Cadet Families of our Tagging fundraising event.

Dates – Thursday October 5, 2023 (5 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. approximately)

             Friday October 6, 2023 (5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. approximately)

             Saturday October 7, 2023 (8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.)

Home base – Seaway Mall (office above main entrance)

All cadets must sign up and participate in 3 out of the 4 shifts posted.  Saturday morning and afternoon participation would be greatly appreciated.

More details to be posted

Thank you so much for your support.  We look forward to a fun filled cadet year.

Parent Sponsoring Committee Meeting will be held on Wednesday September 20, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.   All parents are encouraged to attend.

Good day all,

This post is to make a small change in the Monthly routine orders. In the Section of the Niagara Challenger paragraph the date stated was September and has been changed to October to match the Mandatory Training Letter.

Thank you for your understanding

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