Overview of the Air Cadet Summer Training Program
Every summer, thousands of cadets in Ontario attend various courses (commonly called “camps”) at cadet training centre’s and colleges across the province. 151 Squadron normally sends many cadets every year to the various cadet training centre’s.
Summer courses range from the 2-week General Training Course (GTC), to 3-week basic courses, and to 6-week advanced courses. Aside from GTC, all the courses focus on an aspect of the cadet program, such as leadership, outdoor survival, sports, music and aviation. Most cadets will go to CFB Trenton (2.5 hours east of Toronto) or CFB Borden (1 hour north of Toronto).
Summer courses are free and transportation to all training centre’s is provided. As well, clothing (hat, shirt, shorts, running shoes) are issued by 151 Squadron in May.
NOTE- APPLYING FOR SUMMER TRAINING DOESN’T GUARANTEE YOU WILL BE SELECTED.
Who is eligible for summer courses?
All cadets who joined 151 Sqn on or before 31 Dec 2011 are eligible to apply for summer training. Cadets joining in 2012 are NOT eligible for summer training.
Cadets aged 14 and under (as of 31 Aug 2012) who joined the Sqn in 2011 may only apply for the 2-week General Training Course.
Spots are limited on 3-week and 6-week courses, so priority is given based on achievement points. (more information in the FAQ).
Major Milestones of the Summer Training Program:
October 24, 2011 - Summer Training Briefing and Application handout.
November 14, 2011 – All applications MUST be returned
December 6, 2011 – National Course process starts, CV Don Biffin will coordinate.
January 10, 2012 – All Applications MUST be submitted to Detachment via FORTRESS.
January 14, 2012 – Flying (Glider/Power) Qualification Exam
January 16, 2012 - National Course Applications must be submitted to the Air Cadet League, Ontario Committee.
February 4, 2012 - National Course Interviews – Except IACE
February 18, 2012 – National Course Interviews – IACE Only
April 2012 – National Course Selections Announced
April 2012 – Cadets measured for Summer Kit
May 2012 – All other Course Selections Announced.
June 2012 – Summer Kit distributed.
June 2012 – Summer Camp Departure Briefing, including transportation instructions
July 2012 – Departure for camp starts. Specific dates are on the Course Dates page.