Training
Due to COVID-19 there will be modifications to the 2021/2022 training year. Check the squadron calendar to stay up to date.
The Air Cadet Training program advances cadet knowledge and skills in various areas including aviation, community service, field survival and physical fitness.
The majority of the Air Cadet Program is completed through our weekly Tuesday night training. There, cadets can expect to participate in lessons led by Senior Cadet Instructors, Civilian Instructors, Officers and occasional field experts.
In an effort to provide creative opportunities for learning and engagement, the squadron offers immersive experiences to the cadets by taking some of the training nights offsite. Past examples of this include a tour of the Toronto Pearson International Airport Fire Hall and a “squadron sports night” at a bowling facility. The program also includes several weekend learning and community service opportunities, as well as offsite summer courses and optional team meetings.
Training details
Months active: September to June
Day: Tuesday
Time: 18h30 to 21h30
Location: Local headquarters
Dress: Check the squadron calendar for weekly dress updates
Resources
These resources have been compiled to help support cadet instructors:
- Uniform Marking Template
- Drill Manual
- French and English Drill Commands
- Lesson Plan Template
- Female Fitness Assessment Standards
- Male Fitness Assessment Standards
Instructional Guides
Level One
- PO 101 – Participate in Citizenship Activities
- PO 102 – Perform Community Service
- PO 103 – Participate as a Member of a Team
- PO 104 – Develop a Personal Activity Plan
- PO 105 – Participate in Recreational Sports
- PO 106 – Fire the Cadet Air Rifle
- PO 107 – Serve in an Air Cadet Squadron
- PO 108 – Participate in an ACR Parade
- PO 120 – Participate in Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Familiarization Activities
- PO 121 – Participate in Canadian Aviation, Aerospace and Aerodrome Community Familiarization Activities
- PO 129 – Communicate Using the Phonetic Alphabet and Numbers
- PO 130 – Participate in Aviation Activities
- PO 140 – Participate in Aerospace Activities
- PO 160 – Participate in Aerodrome Activities
- PO 190 – Participate in a Field Exercise
Level Two
- PO 201 – Identifying the Role of an Environmentally Conscious Citizen
- PO 202 – Perform Community Service
- PO 203 – Demonstrate Leadership Attributes Within a Peer Setting
- PO 204 – Update Personal Activity Plan
- PO 205 – Participate in Recreational Sports
- PO 206 – Fire the Cadet Air Rifle During Recreational Marksmanship
- PO 207 – Serve in an Air Cadet Squadron
- PO 208 – Execute Drill as a Member of a Squad
- PO 211 – Participate in Competitive Summer Biathlon Activities
- PO 230 – Discuss Canadian Aviation History
- PO 231 – Explain Principles of Flight
- PO 232 – Identify Characteristics of Piston-Powered Aircraft
- PO 240 – Participate in Aerospace Activities
- PO 260 – Participate in Aerodrome Operational Activities
- PO 270 – Discuss Aircraft Manufacturing and Maintenance
- PO 290 – Participate in a Field Exercise
Level Three
- PO 301 – Recognize the Purpose of Service Groups Within Canada
- PO 302 – Perform Community Service
- PO 303 – Perform the Role of a Team Leader
- PO 304 – Update Personal Activity Plan
- PO 305 – Participate in Recreational Sports
- PO 306 – Fire the Cadet Air Rifle During Recreational Marksmanship
- PO 307 – Serve in Air Cadet Squadron
- PO 308 – Direct a Flight Prior to a Parade
- PO 309 – Instruct a Lesson
- PO 311 – Participate in a Recreational Summer Biathlon Activity
- PO 320 – Participate in Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Familiarization Activities
- PO 331 – Describe Principles of Flight
- PO 336 – Identify Meteorological Conditions
- PO 337 – Demonstrate Air Navigation Skills
- PO 340 – Identify Aspects of Space Exploration
- PO 360 – Recognize Aspects of Aerodrome Operations
- PO 370 – Recognize Aspects of Aircraft Manufacturing and Maintenance
- PO 390 – Navigate a Route Using a Map and Compass
Level Four
- PO 401 – Participate in Citizenship Activities
- PO 402 – Perform Community Service
- PO 403 – Act as a Team Leader
- PO 404 – Track Participation in Physical Activities
- PO 405 – Participate in Physical Activities
- PO 406 – Participate in Recreational Marksmanship Activity
- PO 407 – Serve in an Air Cadet Squadron
- PO 408 – Command a Flight on Parade
- PO 409 – Instruct a Lesson
- PO 420 – Participate in Canadian Armed Forces CAF Familiarization Activities
- PO 429 – Communicate Using Radio Procedures for Aviation Transmission
- PO 431 – Explain Principles of Flight
- PO 432 – Describe Aero Engine Systems
- PO 436 – Explain Aspects of Meteorology
- PO 437 – Explain Aspects of Air Navigation
- PO 440 – Discuss Aerospace Structures
- PO 460 – Describe Aerodrome Operations Career Opportunities
- PO 470 – Discuss Aspects of Aircraft Manufacturing and Maintenance
- PO 490 – Participate in an Aircrew Survival Exercise
