Announcements: Week of Sept 23, 2025 (Updated 2025/09/24)
Welcome Back Everyone!
Here are your weekly announcements, including some important start-up information for the fall.
Annual Validation Forms
A reminder that all returning cadets must complete their annual validation paperwork before resuming cadet activities. These forms only take a few minutes, but without them, you will not be able to participate in training. This is especially important for anyone requiring an updated Health Questionnaire (DHQ). Please note that DHQs must be submitted and approved before cadets can take part in activities outside of regular Tuesday training nights. To avoid delays, complete your questionnaire as soon as possible so it can be processed quickly.
New Cadet Enrollment
Our enrollment process has been updated. New cadets should now complete the online application first. Supporting documents will still need to be brought in for staff to confirm.
Website Calendar Update
Our website calendar has been refreshed! We’ve switched to an Outlook-based calendar that integrates more effectively with the Cadet365 platform. If you were previously subscribed to our Google calendar, please unsubscribe and add the new Outlook version. The Google calendar will no longer be updated or supported. If you notice any issues with the new calendar, let staff know so we can resolve them.
Spread the Word
As we kick off the new year, please reach out to other cadets and families you know to ensure they’re aware that training has started and that they’re receiving updates and announcements. We also encourage you to invite others to join our program—it’s a great time to get involved! Registration is open until the end of May, and cadets can join anytime on or after their 12th birthday.
This week:
- Saturday-Sunday Sept 27/28th, 2025
- Field Training Exercise – Please see the attached information letter, kit list and map to the camp. Camp Wapiti is also on Google Maps now and can get you there accurately. Drop off is 0800hrs on Saturday, staff and seniors will be there to direct traffic. Permission forms are required and if you did not receive one or sign one already they will be available the morning of.
- PLEASE do not drive up the camp road entrance, it is a single lane road with blind corners. The cadets will be walking the 5 minutes up the road to avoid any traffic concerns on the road. Ensure your cadet has layers packed and that their kit is in the least number of bags/items as possible.
- Pickup will be Sunday at 1600hrs
- Sqn Letter – Fall FTX Sept 25
- Please try to pack your cadets equipment in the least amount of bags/ items as possible. This reduces the amount of personal items in the field and potential lost items.
- Tuesday, Sept 23, 2025
- 1830 – 2100hrs – Cadet Fitness Assessment at the D-Coy Armouries.
- Dress for the evening will be Sports/fitness attire. Please wear comfortable and appropriate sports wear and running shoes. A water bottle with your name is also recommended.
UPCOMING DATES:
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- Aircrew Survival – Starting Oct 2, 2025
- Band
- Drill
- Marksmanship
- Fall Gliding Familiarization – Oct 11, 2025
- Fall Gliding Familiarization – Oct 12, 2025
SQUADRON SPONSORING COMMITTEE:
Every first Tuesday of the month is a Parent/SSC Board Meeting @ 630pm. Thank you to all the parents who attended this year! First meeting with be Oct 21st at Swanavon school across the road from the armouries.
Cash Calendars and Chocolate sales have begun and are available from the SSC on Tuesdays. For details to come.
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS:
- Please ensure any absences are texted or voice-mail to the squadron number – 780-538-3610 via the Admin line (Ext 0), the training line is for training specific questions not attendance. Emailed absences will not be accepted!
- Parents you are highly encouraged to come into the armouries during closing announcements/parade. That way you can hear all the information directly! We normally start them around 915pm.
- Planning to move, change phone numbers or any other personal information over the summer! Make sure to inform the Admin Officer of any changes to your file before you leave to make the return to training in the fall that much easier!