Monday 30 September Parade
Dress will C4, Tunics and t-shirts.
If you have out grown your uniform over the summer please bring it in and we can get some new items.
New cadets are always welcome!If you would like to sign up please bring your health card and birth certificate.
Annual Validation Forms
All returning cadets will be given an annual validation form. This form is used to update our records.
Please review the form carefully and update any outdated information. It is imperative that we have the correct information on file. Forms need to be returned to 2Lt. Drew ASAP but no later than 30 September.Your annual validation is required prior to completing any training away from LHQ (Memorial Hall). Examples of training you would not be able to participate in include the Evergreen FTX and Gliding.
Our FTX is this weekend and you are required to return your annual validation forms before then. This Monday is the last day to return your forms before our exercise.
Cadet Parkas – Return for Reissue This Week
All cadets who have the issued cadet parka are required to bring it with them this week. This includes both the outside shell and the inside liner. We will be taking inventory of what we have for sizes. We also plan to issue the parkas back out with proper sizes as many of you may have outgrown yours.
Operation Evergreen
Operation Evergreen is another mandatory activity that takes place over the 4-6 October weekend. “Evergreen” is the name we have given our fall Field Training Exercise (FTX). This aircrew survival weekend will be held at Camp Saskadet. We will once again be joining our fellow cadets from Melville and Preceville. Cadets will learn survival camping and wilderness techniques. This year we will be having a themed exercise that is more hands-on and activity based!
Remember, this time of year it is important to dress in layers. It can get warn during the day and cool off significantly in the evening. Please dress accordingly.
We are still looking for 1-2 screened parents to help out this weekend!
Cadets are to be dropped off at the Memorial hall at 16:30 (4:30PM) on Friday, 4 October.– Due to uncontrollable circumstances, The drop off time is subject to change. Please check the announcements and facebook for updates.
Cadets will be picked up at the Memorial Hall at 15:30 (3:30PM) on Sunday, 6 October.
Please find the attached kit list. Fall/Summer Kit ListDOWNLOAD
Squadron Sponsor Committee (Parent Support Group) Meeting
The next meeting is going to be on 7 October beginning at 18:45 (6:45 PM). It is extremely important that all parents/guardians who are interested in sending their cadet to Europe in 2021 are in attendance. We will be reviewing the information you need to know before the trip. This including the viability your cadet being selected. We will review attendance and other eligibility requirements prior to being accepted to attend. If you have any questions or concerns, this is a great time to ask!
Fall Gliding
Our Fall Gliding date is Saturday, 12 October. During this mandatory event, Cadets have the opportunity to go up in a glider at CFB Moose Jaw. As air cadets, you are required to attend a familiarization flight in order to pass your level. Transport from Memorial Hall will be provided. Lunch will also be provided.
Lunch is a boxed lunch provided by the Mess in Moose Jaw. It typically contains a meat or egg salad sandwich with fruit, vegetables, and a drink. If you have any dietary restrictions, please ensure you inform us when you sign up.
We will be outside all day, weather permitting so please dress accordingly. The morning can be cool and warm up throughout the day so dress in layers. Closed toes shoes are required. You will also need to bring a hat, sunscreen, and a water bottle.
Detailed times will be posted later in the month.
Ground School
Ground school is open to all cadets who are interested in taking the gliding or power flying exams in early January 2020.
Ground School will be starting on Sunday, 29 September. The class will be held at the Regina Armoury (1600 Elphinstone St) from 18:00- 21:00 (6PM-9PM)
Please let Captain Walton know if you are attending ground school as there is paper work that needs to be completed.
Level 5 Workshop
The level 5 Workshop is a mandatory tri-service workshop for 5th year cadets. This weekend exercise reviews topics like time management, dynamic instruction, ethics, personal development and more.
This year the training will be held in Saskatoon from 15-17 November. Please see 2Lt Drew before 7 October to confirm whether or not you can attend.
More details to follow.
WOII Review Boards
All Flight Sergeants looking to be promoted to Warrant Officer Second Class must submit a letter to Captain Walton requesting a Merit Review Board. Letters are due by 7 October in order to board on 28 October.
Your letter must contain the following: your name and rank, that you wish to participate in a Merit Review Board for the promotion to Warrant Officer Second Class, why you feel you deserve this promotion, and what you will accomplish if given this promotion.
If you wish to participate in the Review Board it’s a good idea to read up on Human Resource (HR) type questions. A quick Google search will show you what types of questions you should think about ahead of time. A good example of an HR question is “how do you deal with a difficult cadet”. The review panel is looking at your thought process on how you would deal with such a situation.
You should also ensure you’re up-to-speed on your knowledge of drill. This, for the most part should be fairly straight forward for you as we parade almost every Monday night, but don’t take that for granted. Review the M408.01-M408.03 POs and the Drill Manual for standardized answers.
If you chose to participate in the board, 2LT Drew will provide you a preparation package two weeks before your Merit Review Board is scheduled.
Based on interest and availability we are considering providing an additional Merit Review Board later in the year. If you are unable to participate in this one but are interested in being promoted please speak to Captain Walton so we can make alternate arrangements.
If you any any questions or concerns please speak to an officer.
Air Cadet League Photo Contest
Are you interested in photography? The Air Cadet League of Canada has an annual Photo Contest. Winners have the opportunity to take some some cash or Sask Air Cadet League merchandise. The contest is open to all cadets, officers, CIs, and parents! Take a look at the poster below or ask the officers for details.
Digital Copy of Instructional Guides
Senior cadets or instructors, the link below will redirect you to a page on the Air Cadet League of Saskatchewan website. This website has a digital copy of all the current and up to date Instructional Guides. If you are an instructor, please use the PDFs provided to assist you in preparing your lesson plans. If you have any questions please speak to an officer.
Sask ACL website: https://skacl.ca/resources/lesson-plans
Ground School
Ground school is open to all cadets who are interested in taking the gliding or power flying exams in early January 2020.
Ground School will be starting on Sunday, 29 September. The class will be held at the Regina Armoury (1600 Elphinstone St) from 18:00- 21:00 (6PM-9PM)
Please let Captain Walton know if you are attending ground school as there is paper work that needs to be completed.
Technology Project
We are always trying to expand the program and offer different programs so there is something for everyone. Captain Walton is looking to offer an optional technology project. As air cadets, we would like to keep it related to aviation but are welcome to all ideas.
Do you have any ideas you would be interested in?
Is there a cool activity you did at summer training you’d like to expand on?
See an interesting project or activity and think we should try that? Let Captain Walton know!
Current ideas include:
- A code club, building and coding some sort of game or program. Possibility of using a Raspberry Pi or a micro controller like a Adruino
- Learning more about basic electronics
- Build a robot to preform a specific task.
- Build a fighting robot (battle BOT).
- Build and program a homemade drone or RC airplane.
- Build an air plane tracker like a piaware flight feeder. https://flightaware.com/adsb/piaware/
- Tear down and rebuild a small 4 stroke motor
- Air Traffic Control live simulation
Supply Officer
We are looking for a supply officer. This person will be responsible for the outfitting of cadets uniforms, inventory and control of cadet stores and squadron assets. Other duties include instruction and supervision of cadets on parade nights as well as day and weekend activities.
You must be a screened adult, willing to attend cadets every Monday and available for weekend activities.