How To Join
About Cadets
Before reading about the program below, watch this Youtube Video.
The Air Cadet Program
Cadets form a national organization whose purpose is to develop in youth the attributes
of leadership, engaged and active citizenship and physical fitness, all within a
safe environment that stimulates an interest in the Canadian Forces.
Local Training
Air Cadet Training is divided into five proficieny levels, including on-the-job
training for senior cadets. Some of the courses offered to Air Cadets at the local
level are:
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At 151 Squadron, we have different activities almost every night of the week. Please visit our What We Do Page for further information on the variety of activities a cadet can get involved in.
Summer Training
The thrill of gliding and flying provides the backbone of the Air Cadet program.
Each year nearly 600 deserving Air Cadets receive flying and gliding scholarships.
The remainder learn valuable life skills and important values like mutual respect,
integrity and professionalism through lessons in navigation, theories of flight
and aircrew survival.
Over 9000 Air Cadets take part in summer training. Some of the courses offered:
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Additional information about summer training can be found at the
Cadets.Ca
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Visit Us
Our Squadron regular training happen weekly, Monday nights, between 7:00-9:00 PM., from September to Mid May throughout the training year. Come see us at the Squadron Headquarters is in Oshawa, at 254 Centre Street South (south of John Street, and next to the Rotary Pool). Parking is available across the street at the school or limited parking is available beside the hall. Please ask for the Recruiting or Commanding Officer.
For a list of common questions and answers, please visit the FAQ’s Page
For questions regarding joining us, please send any queries to : recruits@chadburn.org
Information for Parents
Parents play a significant role in their cadets’ careers. A Parent Information Handbook has been prepared to The Air Cadet League has prepared for parents to review.