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From the Commanding Officer

Activity Ideas and Information Sources

On this page I will will post ideas for activities that young people can engage in that don’t require congregating in large groups. If you have any such ideas send them to me using the notification form. I will also

Capt HR Buckley CD March 15, 2020March 22, 2020 COVID 19 Read more

COVID-19 Training Cancellations

This past week has certainly been a whirlwind of cancellations. I have written a letter which contains general information passed down from my superiors which I hope will help you understand the reasoning behind these cancellations. This letter should be

Capt HR Buckley CD March 14, 2020March 15, 2020 COVID 19, From the Commanding Officer Read more

Closing Announcements – Feb 19 2020

We have some fast approaching deadlines for information, both for summer training applications and for our March Break trip (March 18th). I recognize that completing and getting paperwork to the squadron may be a burden. In each case you may

Capt HR Buckley CD February 21, 2020 Closing Announcements, From the Commanding Officer Read more

Air Cadet Summer Training Opportunities Pamphlet

A new summer training opportunities pamphlet for cadets and parents. The colour PDF is available here: Air Cadet Summer Training Opportunities Pamphlet

Capt HR Buckley CD February 14, 2020 From the Commanding Officer Read more

Feb 12, 2020 – Closing Announcements

Level 2 and up who wish to apply for Summer Training should see Adm O (Mr Irish). Deadline for applications is Feb 29. Three week camps are now available for applications, these are available for Level 2 and up. Deadline

Capt HR Buckley CD February 13, 2020February 13, 2020 Closing Announcements, From the Commanding Officer, Uncategorized Read more

Cancellation – Sports – Feb 7 2020

The weather has resulted in the cancellation of all School Transportation in Eastern Ontario and significant traffic congestion for commuters this morning is likely to be repeated this afternoon. For this reason I am cancelling sports for tonight Feb 7

Capt HR Buckley CD February 7, 2020 From the Commanding Officer, Weather Advisory Read more

Closing Announcements Feb 5, 2020

Sports Nights start Friday Feb 7, 1830 to 2030, St Francis de Sales Catholic School, 4 Ross St., Smiths Falls. Exertion is scheduled for Saturday April 18, 2020. Cadets wishing to be on the exertion team should attend Sports on

Capt HR Buckley CD February 6, 2020February 6, 2020 Closing Announcements, From the Commanding Officer Read more

Closing Announcements January 29, 2020

Range Team Practice Saturday Feb 1, 8 AM to 11:30. Team selection has been made and posted to the bulletin board outside the training office. The following summer training opportunities are available for cadets to apply: Summer training courses for

Capt HR Buckley CD January 30, 2020 From the Commanding Officer Read more

Biathlon Team Practice Saturday January 25

A freezing rain warning is in effect for this morning through this evening calling for hazardous driving conditions. Even if the amount of accretion does not materialize the sequence of precipitation could leave the trails in poor condition. Staff will

Capt HR Buckley CD January 25, 2020January 25, 2020 From the Commanding Officer, Weather Advisory Read more

Announcements January 15, 2020

The Effective Speaking competition is only a month away. We don’t have a coach, however any cadet who is interested in entering should let the Commanding Officer know by Friday. Either by coming to the office tonight, or by using

Capt HR Buckley CD January 15, 2020January 16, 2020 From the Commanding Officer 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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