Summer training Courses 2026 (Updated Nov 22, 2025)
Summer Training Courses – Summer 2026 – More Information can be Found Here (Canada.ca)
There is a wide variety of training courses that are being offered for 2026. With a combination of instructor led, and self-paced courses, cadets will be able to earn qualifications, learn new skills, and connect with friends across Canada. Lower on this page is course descriptions and prerequisites.
Courses are broken down into 3 Developmental categories: DP1, DP2 and DP3.
- DP1 is open to Level 2 cadets only
- DP2 is open to Level 3 & 4 cadets (or above)
- DP3 Meet specific requirements for specific course.
Summer Courses Times/Dates (Please add 2 days before and after to add to your plans for travel) Parents can attend the graduation ceremonies of the courses upon request to the CTC. Some courses may have virtual pre-training activities to complete. Dates will be posted once we confirm the selection of time our cadets can attend each course.
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COURSES
DP1 Courses
- Aviation Technology and Aerospace: The Aviation Technology and Aerospace Course offers cadets the chance to lay the groundwork in aerospace studies, airport operations, and the principles of aircraft manufacturing and maintenance. Activities within this program encompass exploring aerospace concepts, learning about aerodrome operations, and gaining insight into aircraft manufacturing and maintenance processes.
- Duration: 2 weeks Dates: 13-24 July, 2026
- Prerequisites: Training Year 2+
- Locations: Cold Lake CTC (Cold Lake, AB)
- Introduction to Marksmanship: The Introduction to Marksmanship Course enables cadets to acquire specialized skills and knowledge in marksmanship, facilitating their participation in zone and regional marksmanship competitions. It equips them to mentor junior cadets in marksmanship while advancing the skills learned in the program.
- Duration: 2 weeks Dates: 13-23 July, 2026
- Prerequisites: Training Year 2+
- Locations: Vernon CTC (Vernon, BC)
- Introduction to Drill and Ceremonial: The Introduction to Drill and Ceremonial Course engages cadets with the chance to enhance their leadership abilities and deepen their knowledge and skills in drill and ceremonial practices acquired in the program.
- Duration: 2 weeks Dates: 13-24 July, 2026
- Prerequisites: Training Year 2+
- Locations: Rocky Mountain CTC (Cochrane, AB)
- Introduction to Fitness and Sports: The Introduction to Fitness and Sports Course offers cadets a chance to refine skills acquired in the Corps/Squadron Program, aiding in fitness and sports training within the Corps/Squadron Program. Additionally, participants learn about embracing a healthy lifestyle.
- Duration: 2 weeks Dates: 13-24 July, 2026
- Prerequisites: Training Year 2+
- Locations: Cold Lake CTC (Cold Lake, AB)
- Introduction to Survival: The Introduction to Survival Course allows cadets to cultivate essential aircrew survival skills. Activities involve practical field training and navigation exercises to enhance survival proficiency.
- Duration: 2 weeks Dates: 13-24 July, 2026
- Prerequisites: Training Year 2+
- Locations: Cold Lake CTC (Cold Lake, AB)
- Introduction to Military Band: The Introduction to Military Band Course allows cadets to continue honing their understanding and proficiency in music, drill, ceremonial practices, and leadership skills acquired through the corps/squadron program or regional activities.
- Duration: 2 weeks Dates: 13-23 July, 2026
- Prerequisites: Training Year 2+
- Locations: HMCS Quadra CTC (Comox, BC)
- Introduction to Pipe Band: The Introduction to Pipe Band Course allows cadets to continue honing their understanding and proficiency in music, drill, ceremonial practices, and leadership skills acquired through the corps/squadron program or regional activities.
- Duration: 2 weeks Dates: 13-24 July, 2026
- Prerequisites: Training Year 2+
- Locations: Rocky Mountain CTC (Cochrane, AB)
DP2 Courses
- Advanced Aviation Course: The Advanced Aviation Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to be an instructor and team leader for aviation activities. Activities include instructional techniques, aviation communication, and meteorology.
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- Duration: 4 weeks Dates: 27 July – 21 Aug , 2026
- Prerequisites: Training Year 3+
- Locations: Cold Lake CTC (Cold Lake, AB) or HMCS Quadra CTC (Comox, BC)
- Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor: The Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor Course provides cadets an opportunity to further personal marksmanship knowledge and skills, and develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge to perform the duties of an Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor. Activities include marksmanship techniques, instructional techniques, and coaching. Cadets attending this course will also have an opportunity to progress in their marksmanship level qualification.
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- Duration: 4 weeks Dates: 27 July – 21 Aug, 2026
- Prerequisites: Training Year 3+
- Locations: Whitehorse CTC (Whitehorse, YK)
- Drill and Ceremonial Instructor Course: The Drill and Ceremonial Instructor Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge to perform the duties of a Drill and Ceremonial Instructor. Activities include advanced drill, instructional techniques and leadership in the conducting of parades and ceremonies.
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- Duration: 4 weeks Dates: 27 July – 21 Aug, 2026
- Prerequisites: Training Year 3+
- Locations: Rocky Mountain CTC (Cochrane, AB)
- Fitness and Sports Instructor Course: The Fitness and Sports Instructor Course provides cadets an opportunity to further personal fitness and healthy living knowledge and skills, and develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge to perform the duties of a Fitness and Sports Instructor. Activities include personal fitness, healthy living, conducting the Cadet Fitness Assessment, and leading physical activities.
- Duration: 4 weeks Dates: 27 July – 21 Aug, 2026
- Prerequisites: Training Year 3+
- Locations: Whitehorse CTC (Whitehorse, YK)
- Military Band Musician: The Military Band Musician Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop music skills to support participation in and / or leading corps/squadron military bands. Activities include music training and band activities such as music theory, music technique, band drill, leadership and performing ensemble music. Cadets attending this course will also have the opportunity to progress in their music proficiency level qualifications.
- Duration: 4 weeks Dates: 27 July – 20 Aug, 2026
- Prerequisites: Training Year 3+, Music Proficiency Level: Musician Level II
- Locations: HMCS Quadra CTC (Comox, BC)
- Pipe Band Musician: The Pipe Band Musician Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop music skills to support participation in and / or leading corps/squadron pipe bands. Activities include music training and band activities such as music theory, music technique, band drill, leadership and performing pipe band music. Cadets attending this course will also have the opportunity to progress in their music proficiency level qualifications.
- Duration: 4 weeks Dates: 27 July – 20 Aug, 2026
- Prerequisites: Training Year 3+, Music Proficiency Level: Pipes and Drums Level II
- Locations: Rocky Mountain CTC (Cochrane, AB)
- Survival Instructor Course: Survival Instructor Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to perform the duties of a Survival Instructor and team leader for aircrew survival activities. Activities include aircrew survival skills, team and solo survival exercises, aircrew survival exercise operations, instructional technique, and navigation by map and compass.
- Duration: 4 weeks Dates: 27 July – 21 Aug, 2026
- Prerequisites: Training Year 3+
- Locations: Cold Lake CTC (Cold Lake, AB)
Virtual Courses (online courses)
Cadets attending the Technology and Digital Learning Centre (TDLC) require:
- Laptop/computer
- Stable Internet connection
- Webcam and microphone
- Active Cadet365 account
- Knowledge of Microsoft Teams
- Basic Coder: The Basic Coder course provides cadets the opportunity to explore coding and digital creativity. Activities include learning to use block code in Minecraft and coding a VR robot. Cadets will develop a digital community, compete in eSports competitions, and engage in discussions with the Canadian Armed Forces.
- Duration: 2 weeks (13-24 July 2026)
- Prerequisites: Training Year 2+
- Nova Quest: The Nova Quest course provides cadets the opportunity to explore the Canadian Aerospace industry, its exciting past, and the potential future for advanced space technologies. Activities include simulating life in space, and its intricacies in survival, communication, and exploration, identifying celestial objects, and exploring new technologies in the aerospace world
- Duration: 2 weeks (10-21 August 2026)
- Prerequisites: Training Year 2+, Minimum Hardware:
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i5, or AMD Ryzen™ 5
- Memory/RAM: 8 GB
- Disk Space: 3 GB
- Graphics Card: graphic card must support OpenGL 2.0.
- 1 GB (minimum)
- No Chrome Books or Apple Computers
- Basic Microdrone Operator: The Basic Microdrone Operator course provides cadets the opportunity to learn about drones in the Canadian Armed Forces, prepare for the Transport Canada exam, and explore careers involving drones. Cadets attending this course, if successful, can achieve Transport Canada certification.
- Duration: 2 weeks (10-21 August 2026)
- Prerequisites: Training Year 2+ (Year 3+ recommended)
- Small Craft Coxswain: The Small Craft Operator Course provides cadets the opportunity to learn about vessel operations, restrictions, and navigation. They will also learn about aspects of on-water communication, such as distress signals, Maritime Mobile Service, and Radio Operations. Cadets attending this course, if successful, can achieve SCOP Module 1 (Pleasure Craft Operator Competency) and SCOP Module 2 (Restricted Radio Operator’s Certificate [Maritime]).
- Duration: 2 weeks (27 July – 7 August 2026)
- Prerequisites: Training Year 2+ (Year 3+ recommended)
- Support Services Team Leader: The Support Services Team Leader course provides cadets the opportunity to gain an understanding of the internal operations of cadet corps and squadron and how to provide support areas such as Supply and Administration. Cadets attending this course, if successful, can achieve WHMIS Certification.
- Duration: 2 weeks (13-24 July 2026)
- Prerequisites: Training Year 2+ (Year 3+ recommended), Digital Camera (Mobile or Separate)
DP3 Courses – all cadets interested in applying to DP3 courses must talk to the training officer
- Staff Cadet: Be employed by one of the numerous Cadet Training Centres across the country in, training, support or specialized roles. More specific details can be discussed with the Training Officer
- Duration: Dependent on employment contract
- Prerequisites:
- 16 before first day of employment and not 19 before last day of employment
- Completed Level 3 by end of current training year
- Minimum Rank of Sergeant
- Have a SIN and Personal Bank Account in your own name
- Locations: Cold Lake CTC, Vernon CTC, Quadra CTC, Whitehorse CTC, Rocky Mountain CTC, St-Jean CTC, TDLC
- National Cadet Advisory Council: The National Cadet Advisory Council (NCAC) is hosted by the Commander Cadets and Junior Canadian Rangers Gp (CJCR Gp). The working group will provide the opportunity for the Comd and senior Formation staff to engage directly with a group of senior cadets from across the country on a variety of Cadet Program related topics.
- Duration: 7 Weeks – 6 July – 21 Aug, 2026
- Prerequisites:
- Been in the program at least 4 years and have completed Level 4 training.
- Complete a letter of interest
- Glider Pilot Training Course: Cadets applying must provide: School Report Card (last full year completed, no higher than Grade 11), Transport Canada Civil Aviation Medical, Passport Photos
- Prerequisites:
- 16 by 1 Sept of the activity year
- Completed Level 3 by end of current training year
- Must have participated in and passed the National Ground School Program and Qualifying Exam
- Minimum School Grade completed of Grade 9
- Valid (will be) Transport Canada Civil Aviation Medical
- Min/Max
- Height – 152cm-190cm
- Weight – 41kg-91kg
- Power Pilot Training Course: Cadets applying must provide: School Report Card (last full year completed, no higher than Grade 11), Transport Canada Civil Aviation Medical, Passport Photos
- Prerequisites:
- 17 by 1 Sept of the activity year
- Completed Level 4 by end of current training year
- Must have participated in and passed the National Ground School Program and Qualifying Exam
- Minimum School Grade completed of Grade 10
- Valid (will be) Transport Canada Civil Aviation Medical
- Max Weight 112kg