SUMMER TRAINING / CADET TRAINING CENTRES
Summer training is commonly referred to as summer camp by cadets. The 23 Cadet Summer Training Centres across Canada offer a variety of exciting and dynamic training courses. Some are located in unique settings such as the Rocky Mountains of Alberta, north of 60° in Whitehorse, Yukon and the Pacific coast in Comox, British Columbia. Others offer specialized training. Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Québec, for example, offers an introduction to aerospace course and the Centre of Excellence for Marksmanship in Ottawa, Ontario offers advanced training in marksmanship.
Regardless of where a cadet goes for summer training, he or she is certain to have a fun and rewarding summer. Summer training offers, for some, an opportunity to travel internationally while for others it means meeting new people from across Canada while learning. |
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NOTE: During the summer months, the corps calendar is updated on a regular basis. Should this information and the corps calendar be out of sync, please refer to the calendar as being correct.
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Summer Training Courses
Summer training offers an opportunity for cadets to travel to new areas and meet other cadets, while learning skills for personal development. Courses available for application are primarily based on the cadets completed training level, by the end of the training year. Opportunities include virtual training, the locally delivered Cadet Activities Program, several courses delivered at Cadet Training Centre's across Canada, employment as a staff cadet, and a ship deployment. These programs and courses range from 4 days, up to 7 weeks in duration. They are designed to be fun and challenging, while encouraging the cadet’s professional development. The Cadets are certain to have an engaging and rewarding summer at any of the locations they may end up.
The following items are the pre-requisites common to all training courses:
The following items are the pre-requisites common to all training courses:
- Have a complete annual validation on file;
- Have their medical conditions validated on file;
- Must be recommended by their Corps/Sqn CO;
- Meet Star level training requirement by Jun 30;
- Cadet must have no participation limitations that would preclude them from participating in the training of the course.
GREEN STAR CADETS
Cadet Activity Program - 1 (CAP-1)
CAP-1 is a 4-day, daily drop-off, activity program designed for 12–13-year-olds. It is intended to build confidence and facilitate meeting other cadets through participation as a member of a peer-lead team in fun, safe, challenging, and well-organized activities. Where a local activity program is not viable, some cadets may have the option to participate in a 4-day overnight-
camp activity located in other centralized locations throughout Ontario.
RED STAR CADETS
Cadet Activity Program - 2 (CAP-2)
CAP-2 is a 7-day, daily drop-off, activity program that includes a 3-day 2-night overnight component for 13–14-year-olds. It is designed to build leadership and interpersonal skills, while fostering interest in future Cadet Summer Training (CTC) opportunities. Where a local activity program is not viable, some cadets may have the option to participate in a 7-day overnight-camp activity located in other centralized locations throughout Ontario.
SILVER STAR CADETS
Expedition Team Member (ETM) Course
The aim of this two-week course is to provide cadets with the fundamentals of expedition training, building upon what has been taught in Silver Star of the Corps program. This aim will be accomplished through the development of knowledge and skills, and the provision of ample opportunity for practical application. By establishing a dynamic learning environment that exposes the cadets to the various aspects of a 5-day Expedition, this course will inspire the cadets to further pursue Expedition training opportunities at the Corps and on the Expedition Team Leader Course.
Drill & Ceremonial Instructor (DCI) Course
The aim of this four-week course (one-week distributed learning and three weeks in-person) is to develop a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to be an instructor for drill and ceremonial activities. The aim will be accomplished by further developing drill and ceremonial related specialist skills and knowledge that will allow them to perform the duties of a specialist instructor for ceremonial activities. By establishing a dynamic learning environment that exposes the cadets to a variety of drill and ceremonial opportunities, this course will prepare the cadets to assume a specialist parade position at the Corps and CTCs.
Fitness and Sports Instructor (FSI) Course
The aim of this four-week course (one-week distributed learning and three weeks in-person) is to develop a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to perform the role of a fitness and sports instructor and a team leader for fitness and sports activities conducted at the Corps, during regionally directed activities and/or as a staff cadet at a CAP/CTC. The aim of the course will be accomplished by providing dynamic and challenging training that includes ample opportunity for practical application. The cadets will learn theoretical and technical skills required to deliver the Corps physical education and recreational training program as specialist instructors. This course will ensure that the cadets are adequately prepared to face challenges at the Corps and as Staff Cadets at the CTCs.
Music Course - Military Band (MB)
The aim of this four-week course (one week distributed learning and three weeks in-person) Course is to raise the cadet’s musical skills to the standard of the next music proficiency level. This training is to develop the music proficiency of cadets and prepare them to support their Corps bands and related music activities. During this course, instruction is also given in instrument maintenance & repair and other music-related skills, while the more senior levels also learn some Instructional Techniques relating to music. Note: To improve music proficiency level, cadets may undertake this course more than once.
Music Course - Pipe Band (PB)
The aim of this four-week course (one week distributed learning and three weeks in-person) Course is to raise the cadet’s musical skills to the standard of the next music proficiency level. This training is to develop the music proficiency of cadets and prepare them to support their Corps Pipe bands and related music activities. During this course, instruction is also given in highland traditions, instrument maintenance & repair and other music-related skills, while the more senior levels also learn some Instructional Techniques relating to music. Note: To improve music proficiency level, cadets may undertake this course more than once.
Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor (ARMI) Course
The aim of this four-week course (one week distributed learning and three weeks in-person) is to develop individual air rifle marksmanship and summer biathlon specialty skills while reinforcing and further developing the leadership and instructional techniques skills preparing the cadets to support these two specialty activities at the Corps, during regionally directed activities and/or as a staff cadet at a CAP/CTC. The cadet will be provided with the necessary theoretical, technical, and practical skills required to monitor and instruct other cadets during marksmanship training at the Corps.
Full-bore Marksman Phase 1 (FB1) Course
The aim of this four-week course (four weeks in-person) is to develop a specialist with the attitude, skills and subject matter knowledge required to participate in competitive full-bore marksmanship as an individual competitor. The cadet will be provided with the necessary theoretical, technical, and practical skills required to participate as a Fullbore rifle competitor. The cadet will participate in the Canadian National Cadet Fullbore Competition. The top cadets in this program advance to Full-bore Marksmanship Phase 2 (FB2) course the following summer, where cadets will train and compete for 1 of 18 spots on the Army Cadet National Rifle Team (NRT). Cadets on the National Rifle Team will compete in international marksmanship competitions in Bisley, England, the summer following completion of the FB2 course.
Cadet Administration and Supply Assistant (CASA) - Digital Learning Course
The aim of this two-week course is to develop a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to be an administrative and supply assistant at the Corps, during regionally directed activities, and/or as a staff cadet at a CAP/CTC. The aim of this course will be accomplished by providing dynamic and challenging training that includes opportunity for practical application. The cadets will learn the theoretical and technical skills required to assist the Corps Administration and Supply Officers.
Cadet Correspondent - Digital Learning Course
The Cadet Correspondent course is a 5-session course where the cadets learn the basics of supporting Public Affairs. The modules include how to effectively use social media, take a great photo, and become a storyteller of the corps/squadron. The cadet will need a device to capture imagery for use during the course.
Cadet Cyber Training Course - Digital Learning Course
The Cadet Cyber Training Course will be conducted over the course of 2 weeks. Cadets will be immersed into the work of Cyber Security, learning, and securing multi-platform operating systems (Windows and Ubuntu) and interact with CAF/COATS Cyber Educators. Training provided will help cadets develop the Cyber Defence skills required to compete in an online competition with other groups from across the world at the end of the course. Successful participants will acquire the skill set to lead and support cadets in virtual and cyber activities within the CCO.
GOLD STAR CADETS
Expedition Team Leader (ETL) Course
The aim of this four-week course (one-week distributed learning and three weeks in-person) is to develop a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to be an instructor and team leader for Expedition activities within the Army cadet program. The aim will be accomplished by providing dynamic and challenging training that offers ample opportunity for practical application during extended Expeditions. The cadets will learn advanced theoretical and technical skills required to assist in the delivery of Expedition Training at the Corps. This course will ensure the cadets are adequately prepared to face challenges at the Corps and as staff cadets.
Additional Prerequisites:
Mountain Bike Instructor (MBI)
The aim of this two-week in-person course is develop a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to be a Mountain Bike Instructor within the Army Cadet program. The aim will be accomplished by providing dynamic and challenging training that offers ample opportunity for practical application. The cadets will learn advanced theoretical and technical skills required to assist in the delivery of Mountain Bike Training at the Corps and Cadet Expedition Sites.
Additional Prerequisites:
Staff Cadet - IT-SMC OJT
As an IT-SMC Staff Cadet you will receive on-the-job training to assist the summer Cadet training program with information technology needs.
Additional Prerequisites:
Ranging between one and seven weeks, staff cadets are the Non-Commissioned Officers of the Summer CAP sites and CTCs. A staff cadet can assist the officer staff with the instruction and supervision of cadets or may be tasked in an administrative or logistical support role. Rank and pay for staff cadets depend upon the position; this is usually determined during a pre-course training and evaluation period.
Additional Prerequisites: Cadet must be 16 years of age prior to serial start date
Staff Cadet - National Cadet Advisory Council (NCAC)
An in-person opportunity hosted by the Commander Cadets and Junior Canadian Rangers (CJCR) over a six-week training period. This working group will provide the opportunity for the Commander and senior staff at the headquarters to engage directly with a group of senior cadets from across the country on a variety of cadet program related topics.
Additional Prerequisites:
Maple Leaf Exchange
The aim of this six-week exchange is to introduce cadets to the training of the Army Cadet Force in the United Kingdom in Wales, Scotland and England. This exchange will also provide cadets an opportunity to participate in cultural activities and touring.
Additional Prerequisites:
Cadet Activity Program - 1 (CAP-1)
CAP-1 is a 4-day, daily drop-off, activity program designed for 12–13-year-olds. It is intended to build confidence and facilitate meeting other cadets through participation as a member of a peer-lead team in fun, safe, challenging, and well-organized activities. Where a local activity program is not viable, some cadets may have the option to participate in a 4-day overnight-
camp activity located in other centralized locations throughout Ontario.
RED STAR CADETS
Cadet Activity Program - 2 (CAP-2)
CAP-2 is a 7-day, daily drop-off, activity program that includes a 3-day 2-night overnight component for 13–14-year-olds. It is designed to build leadership and interpersonal skills, while fostering interest in future Cadet Summer Training (CTC) opportunities. Where a local activity program is not viable, some cadets may have the option to participate in a 7-day overnight-camp activity located in other centralized locations throughout Ontario.
SILVER STAR CADETS
Expedition Team Member (ETM) Course
The aim of this two-week course is to provide cadets with the fundamentals of expedition training, building upon what has been taught in Silver Star of the Corps program. This aim will be accomplished through the development of knowledge and skills, and the provision of ample opportunity for practical application. By establishing a dynamic learning environment that exposes the cadets to the various aspects of a 5-day Expedition, this course will inspire the cadets to further pursue Expedition training opportunities at the Corps and on the Expedition Team Leader Course.
Drill & Ceremonial Instructor (DCI) Course
The aim of this four-week course (one-week distributed learning and three weeks in-person) is to develop a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to be an instructor for drill and ceremonial activities. The aim will be accomplished by further developing drill and ceremonial related specialist skills and knowledge that will allow them to perform the duties of a specialist instructor for ceremonial activities. By establishing a dynamic learning environment that exposes the cadets to a variety of drill and ceremonial opportunities, this course will prepare the cadets to assume a specialist parade position at the Corps and CTCs.
Fitness and Sports Instructor (FSI) Course
The aim of this four-week course (one-week distributed learning and three weeks in-person) is to develop a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to perform the role of a fitness and sports instructor and a team leader for fitness and sports activities conducted at the Corps, during regionally directed activities and/or as a staff cadet at a CAP/CTC. The aim of the course will be accomplished by providing dynamic and challenging training that includes ample opportunity for practical application. The cadets will learn theoretical and technical skills required to deliver the Corps physical education and recreational training program as specialist instructors. This course will ensure that the cadets are adequately prepared to face challenges at the Corps and as Staff Cadets at the CTCs.
Music Course - Military Band (MB)
The aim of this four-week course (one week distributed learning and three weeks in-person) Course is to raise the cadet’s musical skills to the standard of the next music proficiency level. This training is to develop the music proficiency of cadets and prepare them to support their Corps bands and related music activities. During this course, instruction is also given in instrument maintenance & repair and other music-related skills, while the more senior levels also learn some Instructional Techniques relating to music. Note: To improve music proficiency level, cadets may undertake this course more than once.
Music Course - Pipe Band (PB)
The aim of this four-week course (one week distributed learning and three weeks in-person) Course is to raise the cadet’s musical skills to the standard of the next music proficiency level. This training is to develop the music proficiency of cadets and prepare them to support their Corps Pipe bands and related music activities. During this course, instruction is also given in highland traditions, instrument maintenance & repair and other music-related skills, while the more senior levels also learn some Instructional Techniques relating to music. Note: To improve music proficiency level, cadets may undertake this course more than once.
Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor (ARMI) Course
The aim of this four-week course (one week distributed learning and three weeks in-person) is to develop individual air rifle marksmanship and summer biathlon specialty skills while reinforcing and further developing the leadership and instructional techniques skills preparing the cadets to support these two specialty activities at the Corps, during regionally directed activities and/or as a staff cadet at a CAP/CTC. The cadet will be provided with the necessary theoretical, technical, and practical skills required to monitor and instruct other cadets during marksmanship training at the Corps.
Full-bore Marksman Phase 1 (FB1) Course
The aim of this four-week course (four weeks in-person) is to develop a specialist with the attitude, skills and subject matter knowledge required to participate in competitive full-bore marksmanship as an individual competitor. The cadet will be provided with the necessary theoretical, technical, and practical skills required to participate as a Fullbore rifle competitor. The cadet will participate in the Canadian National Cadet Fullbore Competition. The top cadets in this program advance to Full-bore Marksmanship Phase 2 (FB2) course the following summer, where cadets will train and compete for 1 of 18 spots on the Army Cadet National Rifle Team (NRT). Cadets on the National Rifle Team will compete in international marksmanship competitions in Bisley, England, the summer following completion of the FB2 course.
Cadet Administration and Supply Assistant (CASA) - Digital Learning Course
The aim of this two-week course is to develop a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to be an administrative and supply assistant at the Corps, during regionally directed activities, and/or as a staff cadet at a CAP/CTC. The aim of this course will be accomplished by providing dynamic and challenging training that includes opportunity for practical application. The cadets will learn the theoretical and technical skills required to assist the Corps Administration and Supply Officers.
Cadet Correspondent - Digital Learning Course
The Cadet Correspondent course is a 5-session course where the cadets learn the basics of supporting Public Affairs. The modules include how to effectively use social media, take a great photo, and become a storyteller of the corps/squadron. The cadet will need a device to capture imagery for use during the course.
Cadet Cyber Training Course - Digital Learning Course
The Cadet Cyber Training Course will be conducted over the course of 2 weeks. Cadets will be immersed into the work of Cyber Security, learning, and securing multi-platform operating systems (Windows and Ubuntu) and interact with CAF/COATS Cyber Educators. Training provided will help cadets develop the Cyber Defence skills required to compete in an online competition with other groups from across the world at the end of the course. Successful participants will acquire the skill set to lead and support cadets in virtual and cyber activities within the CCO.
GOLD STAR CADETS
Expedition Team Leader (ETL) Course
The aim of this four-week course (one-week distributed learning and three weeks in-person) is to develop a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to be an instructor and team leader for Expedition activities within the Army cadet program. The aim will be accomplished by providing dynamic and challenging training that offers ample opportunity for practical application during extended Expeditions. The cadets will learn advanced theoretical and technical skills required to assist in the delivery of Expedition Training at the Corps. This course will ensure the cadets are adequately prepared to face challenges at the Corps and as staff cadets.
Additional Prerequisites:
- Must be medically and physically fit,
- Have achieved minimum the Bronze Level of the Cadet Fitness Assessment Incentive Level
- Be motivated to pursue outdoor leadership and adventure training activities.
Mountain Bike Instructor (MBI)
The aim of this two-week in-person course is develop a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to be a Mountain Bike Instructor within the Army Cadet program. The aim will be accomplished by providing dynamic and challenging training that offers ample opportunity for practical application. The cadets will learn advanced theoretical and technical skills required to assist in the delivery of Mountain Bike Training at the Corps and Cadet Expedition Sites.
Additional Prerequisites:
- Must be medically and physically fit,
- Have no participation limitations which may preclude them from participating in intense level adventure training activities in remote locations and in high altitudes,
- Have achieved minimum the Bronze Level of the Cadet Fitness Assessment Incentive Level
- Be motivated to pursue outdoor leadership and adventure training activities.
Staff Cadet - IT-SMC OJT
As an IT-SMC Staff Cadet you will receive on-the-job training to assist the summer Cadet training program with information technology needs.
Additional Prerequisites:
- Cadet must be 16 years of age prior to serial start date
- Cadet must have an interest in information technology
Ranging between one and seven weeks, staff cadets are the Non-Commissioned Officers of the Summer CAP sites and CTCs. A staff cadet can assist the officer staff with the instruction and supervision of cadets or may be tasked in an administrative or logistical support role. Rank and pay for staff cadets depend upon the position; this is usually determined during a pre-course training and evaluation period.
Additional Prerequisites: Cadet must be 16 years of age prior to serial start date
Staff Cadet - National Cadet Advisory Council (NCAC)
An in-person opportunity hosted by the Commander Cadets and Junior Canadian Rangers (CJCR) over a six-week training period. This working group will provide the opportunity for the Commander and senior staff at the headquarters to engage directly with a group of senior cadets from across the country on a variety of cadet program related topics.
Additional Prerequisites:
- Cadet must be 16 years of age prior to serial start date.
- Priority may be given to cadets who are bilingual in both official languages.
- Cadets applying for the NCAC must submit the following documents in support of their application:
- A Letter of introduction from their Corps/Sqn CO (Commanding Officer); and
- A Letter of interest from the cadets applying, reflecting their cadet training experience, leadership experience and confirm their language proficiency in both official languages.
Maple Leaf Exchange
The aim of this six-week exchange is to introduce cadets to the training of the Army Cadet Force in the United Kingdom in Wales, Scotland and England. This exchange will also provide cadets an opportunity to participate in cultural activities and touring.
Additional Prerequisites:
- Cadet must be 16 years of age prior to exchange start date.
- Have achieved at the minimum the Bronze Level of the Cadet Fitness Assessment Incentive Level at the male / female 16 year old standard.
- Have good interpersonal skills.
- Functional in English
- Be the rank of Sgt or above prior to exchange start date