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Author: Karen Bernique

Request for Donations to Support 443 Wing

Dear parents, In this difficult period, many organizations are struggling to make ends meet. Our squadron sponsor, 443 Wing Air Force Association of Canada, has had all sources of income cut due to the closure of the facility. Unfortunately, the

Karen Bernique April 5, 2020April 5, 2020 Uncategorized Read more

Three 585 Cadets earn ‘Cadet of the Week’ during summer training 2019

585 Cadets continue to impress! The three below each earned Cadet of the Week awards for their course. Cadet Bernique (Advanced Aviation), Cadets Harriss and Kendrick (General Training). Congratulations!!

Karen Bernique August 21, 2019August 27, 2019 Uncategorized Read more

Smiths Falls cadet earns top honours at graduation ceremony in Trenton

Excerpt from an article posted on insideottawavalley.com. “The Lieutenant Colonel S.L. Beaton Trophy is awarded to a cadet who demonstrates the highest personal drill, dress, and deportment, maintains a high level of enthusiasm and esprit de corps among his flight

Karen Bernique August 20, 2019August 27, 2019 Uncategorized Read more

585 Squadron Newsletter – March 2019

585 Squadron Newsletter March 2019 FROM THE SSC CHAIR The RCAF is having a birthday and you are invited! April 1st is the anniversary of the formation of the RCAF in 1924. This year, our sponsors, 443 Wing Royal Canadian Air

Karen Bernique March 25, 2019March 25, 2019 Squadron Newsletters, Uncategorized Read more

585 Squadron Newsletter – February 2019

585 Squadron Newsletter February 2019 FROM THE COMMANDING OFFICER Well this certainly has been a memorable last few weeks with regards to the weather!! So let’s start with past events. The band thoroughly enjoyed the clinic at Connaught. Many techniques were

Karen Bernique February 25, 2019 Uncategorized Read more

585 Squadron Newsletter – January 2019

585 Squadron Newsletter January 2019 FROM THE COMMANDING OFFICER Happy New Year and welcome back!! First I’d like to thank WO1 Bright and the Level 5 cadets for an entertaining and fun-filled Christmas Party. Congratulations to the three cadet winners of

Karen Bernique January 25, 2019February 4, 2019 Squadron Newsletters, Uncategorized Read more

585 Squadron Newsletter – December 2018

585 Squadron Newsletter December 2018 FROM THE COMMANDING OFFICER As a sqn of young ladies and gentlemen in a small area, you are a dynamic group!!  These last three months have been very busy, not only with regular training, but volunteering

Karen Bernique November 20, 2018January 25, 2019 Squadron Newsletters, Uncategorized Read more

585 Squadron Newsletter – November 2018

585 Squadron Newsletter November 2018 FROM THE COMMANDING OFFICER It has been a very busy couple of months and we don’t be slowing down until after Christmas. Event commitment forms have been handed out to all cadets. Return those completed forms

Karen Bernique October 22, 2018October 22, 2018 Squadron Newsletters, Uncategorized Read more

585 Squadron Newsletter – October 2018

  585 Squadron Newsletter October 2018 ** NEW REGULAR TRAINING NIGHT START TIME ** 1800hrs (6pm) arrival, 1810hrs (6:10pm) formed up. UPCOMING TRAINING ACTIVITIES Regular Training – Every Wednesday evening from 18:00 to 21:00 hrs at 443 Wing, unless noted below.

Karen Bernique September 24, 2018September 24, 2018 Squadron Newsletters, Uncategorized Read more

585 Squadron Newsletter – September 2018

  585 Squadron Newsletter September 2018 FROM THE COMMANDING OFFICER It’s that time where we would like to welcome each cadet back for another exciting year. We have many activities lined up over and above the regular training. Bring a friend to

Karen Bernique August 30, 2018August 31, 2018 From the Squadron Sponsoring Committee Read more
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26 Jun

Virtual summer training opportunities have been released. See http://585aircadets.org/virtual-ctc-2020/ for instructions and a link to the catalogue and schedule.

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7 Mar

Range team just departed Walkley Road. ETA the Wing 8 PM.

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7 Feb

Due to weather sports night is canceled for Feb 7, 2020. Have a safe evening.

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14 Dec 2019

The weather seems to be evolving as forecast. Do to the rain and cold weather we have canceled participation in the Santa Clause parade.

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11 Dec 2019

Parade night will go ahead, however each of us must assess driving conditions and act accordingly. If you won’t be attending due to travel conditions call the squadron or use the absence notification form. Closing announcements will be posted on the website.

Latest news

  • Lacing Your Boots January 14, 2021
  • Cadet Activity Program Info-Graphic January 14, 2021
  • Holiday Greetings from Regional Headquarters December 15, 2020
  • November 28 Field Ex Update November 25, 2020
  • November – December Schedule November 15, 2020
  • CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION CADET PROGRAM November 3, 2020
  • Important Information: Training with COVID September 22, 2020
  • Field Training Uniform (FTU) Ordering Instructions July 14, 2020
  • CANCDTGEN 021/20 – BETA LAUNCH OF THE CADET AND JUNIOR CANADIAN RANGERS MOBILE APPLICATION July 8, 2020
  • Update from the Formation Commander, BGen Cochrane regarding training in September. July 6, 2020

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