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Become a Cadet

The purposes of the League are to advance the education of the Air Cadets and to promote an interest in the air element of the Canadian Forces.  Young Canadians aged 12 to 18 can participate in a variety of fun, challenging and rewarding activities and learn valuable life and work skills such as teamwork, leadership and citizenship.

Air Cadets are not members of the Canadian Forces. The movement is, however, sponsored by the Department of National Defence in partnership with the Air Cadet League of Canada.

HERE IS A LIST OF JUST SOME OF THE THINGS THAT AIR CADETS DO:

Citizenship Leadership Community Service
Drill Sports Marksmanship
First Aid Survival Music
Aircraft Identification Navigation Aerospace
Communication Meteorology Airport Operations

Step 1: Consult the squadron directory to find an air cadet squadron near you. To become a cadet, you must join one of these local squadrons. The squadron directory is divided by region.

Step 2: Contact them. For each air cadet squadron listed in the directory, there is information about meeting location, meeting day and time and how to contact the squadron.

Call the squadron if you have questions or show up during one of the training nights to register.  Call us if you have difficulties getting in touch with the squadron.

Step 3: Fill-out the registration form that will be provided to you by the squadron personnel, and have it signed by your parents. You will also need a proof of provincial health coverage and legal residency (Birth certificate, Citizenship Certificate, etc.). Some squadrons may have local requirements as well, such as a city resident card.

For more information about joining Air Cadets, visit www.cadets.ca 

 

Become a Cadet Instructors Cadre (CIC) Officer

Officers of the Cadet Instructors Cadre (CIC) are members of the Canadian Forces Reserve working as part of the Cadet Organizations Administration and Training Service (COATS) whose primary duty is the supervision, administration and training of youth from 12–19 years of age who are members of the Royal Canadian Sea, Army and Air Cadets in more than 1,100 corps and squadrons across Canada.

During the summer months, full-time summer employment opportunities also exist for CIC officers who may wish to work at any of the 22 Cadet Training Centres (CTCs) located throughout Canada.

To learn more visit: http://www.cadets.ca/en/join/cadet-instructors-cadre-officer.page?download the CIC Information Manual PDF or download the COATS-CIC Enrolment requirements PDF.

Join as a Volunteer

Are you 18 or older and interested in shaping the future of Canada’s youth while volunteering for a dynamic Program full of exciting experiences?

If you answer yes to any of the following questions you may have found the volunteer opportunity waiting for you…

Are you 18 or older?
Do you have 3 hours to spare at least once a week?
Do you enjoy working with youth aged 12–19?
Are you interested in the nautical environment, outdoor adventure, or aviation?
Civilian Volunteers (CIVs) support authorized cadet activities and shall have successfully completed the screening process (which is a systematic process agreed upon by our partners: The Department of National Defence [DND], and the Navy, Air Cadet and Army Cadet Leagues to confirm that a person can be expected to be reliable and trustworthy to participate in activities in support of authorized cadet activities) via a Police Records Check (PRC) / Vulnerability Sector Screening (VSS) conducted by the applicable League. You will then be in possession of an identification card issued by the League, and have signed the CIV Agreement.

Learn more: http://www.cadets.ca/en/join/civilian-volunteer.page?

To find a Cadet Corps or Squadron closest to you, please visit the squadron directory.

Become a Civilian Instructor

Are you 18 or older and interested in shaping the future of Canada’s youth while providing instruction and volunteering for a dynamic Program full of exciting experiences?

If you answer yes to any of the following questions you may have found the volunteer opportunity waiting for you…

  • Are you 18 or older?
  • Do you have 3 hours to spare at least once a week?
  • Do you enjoy working with youth aged 12–19?
  • Are you interested in the nautical environment, outdoor adventure, or aviation?

To learn more visit: http://www.cadets.ca/en/join/civilian-instructor.page?