HOW TO JOIN THE FORT ERIE ARMY CADETS
Recruiting and Contact Information:
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2966 Royal Canadian Artillery Cadet Corps 71 LEGION
Training takes place every Friday night from September to June In Person Training 1800 (6pm) to 2100 (9pm) 350 Bertie St (former Fort Erie Welcome Centre across from Racetrack), Fort Erie, ON. Check the website calendar or Facebook page for full and up-to-date details. 2966army@gmail.com NOTE: The Corps operates according to the events listed in the calendar. If you require a meeting/information outside of normal operating hours please email 2966army@gmail.com to book an appointment. Basic Requirements:Cadet Ages: 12-18
Proof of Age: Birth Certificate (OR visa OR passport required) Proof of Health Insurance: Provincial Health Card A Welcome Package with all the appropriate forms is available at the cadet corps and may be picked up on a training night or sent to you by e-mail if requested. REMEMBER: There is no cost to join cadets...no hidden fees...everything is provided. For further information you may also check out the Canadian Cadet Organizations website at www.cadets.ca |
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Who are the Royal Canadian Army Cadets?
The Royal Canadian Army Cadets appeal to teenagers (12-18) craving exciting outdoor activities where their personal limits as individuals and team-members will be tested. The hardcore outdoor-oriented will love the challenge!
Army cadets develop abilities in the use of map and compass, GPS technology, orienteering, first-aid, camping and survival skills, canoeing, abseiling, trekking, mountain biking, etc. As they get more experienced, some will be selected for parachuting, white-water rafting and glacier climbing. They will also learn to become outdoor leaders.
Army Cadets get involved in ceremonial military events and citizenship activities that allow them to connect to their Canadian heritage. They develop a great sense of pride and discipline through their involvement in a hierarchical system that allows them to hone their leadership skills as they grow older and they learn to care for younger cadets.
In addition to their specialty training, Army Cadets may become involved in other exciting activities like competitive Olympic-style marksmanship and biathlon, sports competitions, music training and competitions, cultural outings, volunteer community support, etc.
Canada represents the best playground for teenagers interested in the outdoors. We are the organization of choice for teens and adults interested in getting out of the classroom to explore the planet the way it should be.
The Adventure awaits...
Army cadets develop abilities in the use of map and compass, GPS technology, orienteering, first-aid, camping and survival skills, canoeing, abseiling, trekking, mountain biking, etc. As they get more experienced, some will be selected for parachuting, white-water rafting and glacier climbing. They will also learn to become outdoor leaders.
Army Cadets get involved in ceremonial military events and citizenship activities that allow them to connect to their Canadian heritage. They develop a great sense of pride and discipline through their involvement in a hierarchical system that allows them to hone their leadership skills as they grow older and they learn to care for younger cadets.
In addition to their specialty training, Army Cadets may become involved in other exciting activities like competitive Olympic-style marksmanship and biathlon, sports competitions, music training and competitions, cultural outings, volunteer community support, etc.
Canada represents the best playground for teenagers interested in the outdoors. We are the organization of choice for teens and adults interested in getting out of the classroom to explore the planet the way it should be.
The Adventure awaits...
THREE AIMS OF THE CADET MOVEMENT
- Develop in youth the attributes of good citizenship and leadership;
- Promote physical fitness; and
- Stimulate an interest in sea, land and air activities of the Canadian Armed Forces (and associated civilian agencies/groups)
The Cadet Program is the largest federally-sponsored youth program in Canada that includes the Royal Canadian Sea, Army and Air Cadets. It is a national program for young Canadians aged 12 to 18 who are interested in participating in a variety of fun, challenging and rewarding activities while learning about the sea, army and air activities of the Canadian Forces.
Cadets are encouraged to become active, responsible members of their communities.
They make valuable contributions to Canadian society on a daily basis in terms of environmental, citizenship and community activities.
Cadets also learn valuable life and work skills such as teamwork, leadership and citizenship.
What else do I need to know?
Viable Alternative - The Cadet Program is funded by the Department of National Defence in partnership with the civilian Navy League, Army Cadet League and Air Cadet League of Canada. The civilian sponsor requires local community support to meet its obligations that include accommodations, training aids and equipment and program enhancements not otherwise provided. Parents and cadets are expected to participate in and contribute to fund raising as required by the League’s local sponsoring element.
Diversity - The Cadet Program is open to all Canadians from the ages of 12 to 18 regardless of income, race, religion, culture or other socioeconomic factors. The Program embraces Canada’s multiculturalism and offers young Canadians opportunities to interact with youth from other cultures.
Teaching Values - The Cadet Program emphasizes key values such as loyalty, professionalism, mutual respect and integrity. Cadets also learn about fair play, teamwork and tolerance through all of their activities.
Staying in school - Cadets are motivated to work hard at school in order to qualify for international exchanges and other rewards. They are taught related skills such as effective speaking and instructional techniques which lend to an increased level of success in school.
Advanced Training - Cadets who attend courses at summer training centres receive a training allocation. Many senior cadets can participate in advanced training opportunities full-time during the summer as instructors or support staff.
Visits and Exchanges - Cadets meet other young adults from across Canada and from foreign countries while participating in annual national and international exchanges.
Future Leaders - Former Cadets have found success in a variety of fields and have given back to Canada and the world. Cadet Alumni include astronauts Marc Garneau and Chris Hadfield, Major Maryse Carmichael (first female Snowbirds pilot), Senator Terry M. Mercer, (Certified Funding Raising Executive), George Canyon (Country Music Artist) and Ms Afshin-Jam Nazanin (International human rights activist, Miss World Canada 2003 and Miss World 1st runner up).
Mission
The mission of the Cadet Program is to contribute to the development and preparation of youth for the transition to adulthood, enabling them to meet the challenges of modern society, through a dynamic community-based program.
Vision
A relevant, credible and proactive youth development organization, offering the program of choice for Canada’s youth, preparing them to become the leaders of tomorrow through a set of fun, challenging, well-organized and safe activities.
Who are the Royal Canadian Army Cadets?
The Royal Canadian Army Cadets are for young adults, male and female between the ages of 12-18, craving exciting outdoor activities and are ready and willing to experience new adventures.
What activities are the Army Cadets involved in?
Army cadets develop abilities in the use of map and compass, GPS technology, orienteering, first-aid, camping and survival skills, canoeing, abseiling, trekking, mountain biking, leadership, instruction, citizenship, outdoor adventure, and much more!
In addition to their specialty training, Army Cadets may become involved in other exciting activities like competitive Olympic-style marksmanship and biathlon, sports competitions, music training and competitions, cultural outings, volunteer community support, etc.
How much does it cost to become an Army Cadet?
Nothing. There is no cost associated with being an Army Cadet (no joining fee, no uniform fee, and no dues). The only thing the corps asks for is that cadets help in fundraising (such as Tag Days).
Why should I become an Army Cadet?
Cadets have been helping develop Canadian youth into leaders since before Confederation. Astronauts, Premiers, Olympians, doctors, engineers, professional actors, major league athletes, and many more have spoken in great details how cadets made a great difference n their life…so why should you join? Because your future is waiting for you!
The Adventure awaits...
Cadets are encouraged to become active, responsible members of their communities.
They make valuable contributions to Canadian society on a daily basis in terms of environmental, citizenship and community activities.
Cadets also learn valuable life and work skills such as teamwork, leadership and citizenship.
What else do I need to know?
Viable Alternative - The Cadet Program is funded by the Department of National Defence in partnership with the civilian Navy League, Army Cadet League and Air Cadet League of Canada. The civilian sponsor requires local community support to meet its obligations that include accommodations, training aids and equipment and program enhancements not otherwise provided. Parents and cadets are expected to participate in and contribute to fund raising as required by the League’s local sponsoring element.
Diversity - The Cadet Program is open to all Canadians from the ages of 12 to 18 regardless of income, race, religion, culture or other socioeconomic factors. The Program embraces Canada’s multiculturalism and offers young Canadians opportunities to interact with youth from other cultures.
Teaching Values - The Cadet Program emphasizes key values such as loyalty, professionalism, mutual respect and integrity. Cadets also learn about fair play, teamwork and tolerance through all of their activities.
Staying in school - Cadets are motivated to work hard at school in order to qualify for international exchanges and other rewards. They are taught related skills such as effective speaking and instructional techniques which lend to an increased level of success in school.
Advanced Training - Cadets who attend courses at summer training centres receive a training allocation. Many senior cadets can participate in advanced training opportunities full-time during the summer as instructors or support staff.
Visits and Exchanges - Cadets meet other young adults from across Canada and from foreign countries while participating in annual national and international exchanges.
Future Leaders - Former Cadets have found success in a variety of fields and have given back to Canada and the world. Cadet Alumni include astronauts Marc Garneau and Chris Hadfield, Major Maryse Carmichael (first female Snowbirds pilot), Senator Terry M. Mercer, (Certified Funding Raising Executive), George Canyon (Country Music Artist) and Ms Afshin-Jam Nazanin (International human rights activist, Miss World Canada 2003 and Miss World 1st runner up).
Mission
The mission of the Cadet Program is to contribute to the development and preparation of youth for the transition to adulthood, enabling them to meet the challenges of modern society, through a dynamic community-based program.
Vision
A relevant, credible and proactive youth development organization, offering the program of choice for Canada’s youth, preparing them to become the leaders of tomorrow through a set of fun, challenging, well-organized and safe activities.
Who are the Royal Canadian Army Cadets?
The Royal Canadian Army Cadets are for young adults, male and female between the ages of 12-18, craving exciting outdoor activities and are ready and willing to experience new adventures.
What activities are the Army Cadets involved in?
Army cadets develop abilities in the use of map and compass, GPS technology, orienteering, first-aid, camping and survival skills, canoeing, abseiling, trekking, mountain biking, leadership, instruction, citizenship, outdoor adventure, and much more!
In addition to their specialty training, Army Cadets may become involved in other exciting activities like competitive Olympic-style marksmanship and biathlon, sports competitions, music training and competitions, cultural outings, volunteer community support, etc.
How much does it cost to become an Army Cadet?
Nothing. There is no cost associated with being an Army Cadet (no joining fee, no uniform fee, and no dues). The only thing the corps asks for is that cadets help in fundraising (such as Tag Days).
Why should I become an Army Cadet?
Cadets have been helping develop Canadian youth into leaders since before Confederation. Astronauts, Premiers, Olympians, doctors, engineers, professional actors, major league athletes, and many more have spoken in great details how cadets made a great difference n their life…so why should you join? Because your future is waiting for you!
The Adventure awaits...
What is the Cadet Program?
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MANDATORY ARMY CADET TRAINING
CITZENSHIP / COMMUNITY SERVICE One of the aims of the CCM is to develop in youth the “attributes of good citizenship”. To that end, good citizenship is defined as “actively and purposely participating in your community”. TEAM WORK / LEADERSHIP Cadets learn how to be effective members of a team. Understanding the responsibilities of a follower in a team setting will make them more aware of what is expected. This knowledge will enable them to contribute and develop in a successful leader. PHYSICAL FITNESS It is important for youth to be active in order to promote a healthy, physically active lifestyle. By participating in organized recreational team sports, cadets are given the opportunity to be active in a team environment. MARKSMANSHIP / BIATHLON Cadet marksmanship training is patterned on Olympic-style competitive air rifle shooting/biathlon with an emphasis on the safe handling and care of firearms. DRILL Drill has been established as an excellent way of developing physical coordination, teamwork, and team spirit (esprit de corps). Cadets work with the rest of the corps to perfect movements, they will begin to feel a sense of pride in themselves and corps. MAP & COMPASS / ORINTEERING Navigation in the field by use of a map for orientation and a compass to find a direction for travel. Uses a variety of techniques to encourage problem solving, physical fitness and teamwork. FIELD WORK A great emphasis is placed on the cadet’s role in the environment and finding a balance. Safe and ecological camping is taught to be a primary principle in the cadet program. “Take nothing but photographs; leave nothing but footprints” is the motto of environmentally safe adventure training. EXPEDITION The cornerstone of the Army Cadet program is the expedition program. Cadets participate in mountain biking, hiking, canoeing, and bushcraft in this “eco-challenge” like training. GENERAL CADET KNOWLEDGE Training opportunities provided to Cadets allowing them to understand how training fits together and identify areas they are particularly interested in. This overview will excite and energize cadets for the coming training. |
COMPLIMENTARY ARMY CADET TRAINING
MUSIC The music program provides young people interested in music an opportunity to learn to play an instrument and perform in public. Cadets need no previous music experience, however the program is optional and therefore depends upon significant funding and support at the local level to provide instruments and music. BIATHLON Biathlon is an Olympic winter sport, which combines competitive, free-technique cross-country skiing and small-bore rifle marksmanship. A Summer-Biathlon also exists which combines running and air rifle marksmanship similar to the Winter-Biathlon. FIRST AID First Aid is the provision of limited care for an illness or injury, which is provided, usually by a lay person, to a sick or injured person until definitive medical treatment can be accessed, or until the illness or injury is dealt with. ORIENTEERING Orienteering is a running sport involving navigation with a map and compass & involves cross-country running. The competition is a timed race in which individual participants use a special purpose map and a magnetic compass to navigate through diverse terrain (often wooded) and visit, in sequence, control points that are indicated on the map. PUBLIC SPEAKING The purpose of public speaking can range from simply transmitting information, to motivating people to act, to simply telling a story. Good orators are able to change the emotions of their listeners, not just inform them. CANOEING / KAYAKING Canoeing / kayaking is the activity of paddling for the purpose of recreation, sport, or transportation. It usually refers exclusively to using a paddle to propel a canoe/kayak with only human muscle power. ABSEILING Abseiling is the process of descending on a fixed rope and over the edge of a special tower or rock face. The abseiler controls the speed of their descent by increasing or decreasing the amount of friction being applied to the rope with their brake hand. It is performed under the supervision of trained and experienced people. INTER-PROVINCIAL CADET EXCHANGE (ICE) Selected cadet corps and squadrons from across Canada are paired together either to host cadets from another area or to be hosted themselves. This allows cadets to appreciate diversity, to identify with other youth from across the country and to develop an understanding of cultures different from their own. |
For Youth Younger than 12
The Navy League of Canada has a junior program for youth who have not reached the minimum age to join the Canadian Cadet Organizations. For those youth ages 9-13 the Navy League Cadet program is an exciting way to become engaged before joining the cadet program.
http://www.navyleague.ca/en/youth/navy-league-cadets/
http://www.navyleague.ca/en/youth/navy-league-cadets/
