223 Red Lion
Excel Through Knowledge
To Learn
The aims of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets are to develop in youth the attributes of good citizenship and leadership, to promote physical fitness, and to stimulate the interest of youth in the air activities of the Canadian Forces.
To Serve
The Royal Canadian Air Cadets is a *FREE program for Canadian youth. It is supported by sponsors in the community and funded by the Department of National Defence. There are about 450 Air Cadet squadrons spanning every province and territory.
To Advance
Definition Of Leadership:
Leadership is the art of influencing human behaviour in order to accomplish a mission in the manner desired by the leader.
Upcoming Events
Once the training year is planned, reviewed, and confirmed the Squadron Calender is populated as a guide to help Cadets, and their caregivers stay informed.
223 Red Lion Schedule
223 Red Lion Squadron standard training schedule is as follows:
Thursday night, from 18:15 hrs to 21:15hrs unless otherwise directed.
1250 Mission Rd, Vernon, BC (G20 building at the Vernon Military Camp)
Additional Squadron activities and or events are provided as complimentary training on other evenings and or weekends.
Complimentary training may be planned throughout the year
If a Cadet is unable to attend Thursday night, and/or the complimentary training they had signed up we ask that they call the Squadron cell phone to inform the Officers of their absence.
Attendance is taken
The Squadron Cell number is 250-309-9490. Please leave a message if no one is able to answer the call.
Enrollment
The Cadet Program is open to all Canadian citizens between the ages of 12-18!
Step 1) Apply Online
Please fill out the National Cadet Enrollment form using the link below.
You will be asked which unit you would like to apply to:
We are “223 RED LION ROYAL CANADIAN AIR CADET SQUADRON”
You will receive an email to the applicant's email/child's email with a link confirming your submitted application and the next steps. If you do not get this email, please contact us at (250)-309-9490 or email:223air@cadets.gc.ca
Step 2)Complete Code of Conduct
New Cadets, please fill out this document and bring it to an officer on your first day.
Step 3)Attend on Thursday
Any time during the year, your child can join and attend the next parade/training session, held on Thursdays. They will need to bring their proof of age and health coverage. That’s it!
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