Registration

You just need an interest in the program, a sense of dedication and respect, and a willingness to learn!

Once you have registered online, we will invite you down to the Squadron to finalize your enrolment. ID requirements are listed here - make sure to bring them with you.

The cadets program offers challenging experiences, friendships and adventure! It’s an opportunity to expand your own horizons, contribute to your community and make friends for life. Send us an email if you are interested!

As a cadet you will learn to become an active and responsible member of your community. Regardless of which element you choose, you will make valuable contributions to Canadian society on a daily basis through citizenship and community service activities. Air cadets focus on aviation-related activities including flying, gliding, and studies in aerospace.

To join cadets you must be at least 12 years old and under 19 years old.

To join as a civilian volunteer, civilian instructor or become a Cadet Instructors Cadre officer, you need to be 19 or more years old.

The Cadet Program is a national program for all young Canadians who are interested in participating in a variety of fun, challenging and rewarding activities. These activities will encourage and help develop:

• physical fitness 
• leadership skills
• engaged and active citizenship 
• personal health and well-being

No, the Cadet Program is not new. In fact, the Cadet Program is one of Canada's oldest youth programs. The origins of the program can be traced back to 1862.

As a cadet, you are not a member of the Canadian Armed Forces, and you are not expected to join the military. While you are introduced to Sea, Army or Air activities of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and certain traditions, you are also introduced to many other career options outside of the CAF.

Each Cadet Program equally participates in teamwork and leadership training, Canadian military history, citizenship activities, drill and physical fitness.  The main differences between the 3 programs (Sea, Army or Air Cadets) are the uniform and the type of specialized training you will receive.