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New Crest for 187 Foothills (High River) Squadron



187 Foothills (High River) 70th Anniversary


Video of the 577 Grande Prairie Dragonriders Precision Drill team at the 604 Moose Squadron 2nd Annual invitation Band and Drill Competition. They did Awesome and ended up winning 1st place Precision drill team, and were awarded Top Drill team commander.





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New Honors and Awards Handbook - April 2012


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Alberta Provincial Committee
Air Cadet League of Canada
P.O. Box 381210
#725, 500 Country Hills Blvd. NE
Calgary, AB T2K 5G9


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187 Foothills (High River) 70th Anniversary
187 Foothills (High River) 70th Anniversary
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577 Grande Prairie Dragonriders Precision Drill team
Video of the 577 Grande Prairie Dragonriders Precision Drill team at the 604 Moose Squadron 2nd Annual invitation Band and Drill Competition. They did Awesome and ended up winning 1st place Precision drill team, and were awarded Top Drill team commander.

6 May 2012
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2012 Prov Effective Speaking Competition
Three speakers from each of the four Wings participated. Every speaker turned in an excellent performance. WO2 Li of 810 Sqn will represent Alberta at the National Competition in June in Burlington, ON. FCpl Selbstaedt of 187 Foothills took second and FSgt Nagtegaal of 533 took third. All cadets received a certificate and the Effective Speaking pin to mount on their uniforms


Pictures from Competition
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NW Wing Effective Speaking Competition March 10, 2012
NW Wing Effective Speaking Competition March 10, 2012

The NW Wing Effective Speaking Competition was held at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #44 in Whitecourt, hosted by 721 Squadron. The judges for the event were provided by the recently formed Whitecourt Toastmasters Club. Our thanks to both groups for their support of the competition.

After their squadron competitions, three cadets from each squadron moved on to the Wing level of the competition. A total of 15 Cadets from five squadrons attended – 721, 577, 699, 504 and 395. Cadets were required to present a prepared speech and an impromptu speech. The successful presenters moving on to the Provincial Level are –
1st – Sgt Michael JONES (504),
2nd - FCpl Morgan RAK (577), and
3rd - Cpl Yu Xuan LOU (395)


Clockwise – Rosemary Halldorson, NW Wing Director, Sgt Michael Jones, FCpl Morgan Rak, Cpl Yu Xuan Lou


Picture Gallery
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"Think Recycle" fund raising information
"Think Recycle" fund raising information
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Report on National Cadet Biathlon
Report on National Cadet Biathlon
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WestJet Pilots’ Association Award
Warrant Officer Second Class (WO2) Emily Hodgson of 690 Lakeshore Squadron, Montreal QC, Royal Canadian Air Cadets, as the 2011 recipient of the WestJet Pilots’ Association Award
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Aircraft Modeling For Royal Canadian Air Cadets
Aircraft Modeling For Royal Canadian Air Cadets

Over the past several years, Model Aeronautics Association of Canada (MAAC) members have been working with Air Cadet Squadrons across Canada to develop an interest in aviation through the building of model aircraft and rockets. Some Squadrons have developed their own internal programs to the extent that individual cadets have been able to achieve assistant instructor level requirements.
MAAC, in conjunction with the Aero Club of Canada (formerly the Royal Canadian Flying Clubs Association), have made funds available for any Air Cadet Squadron interested in establishing a MAAC model building program. The MAAC program consists of four steps beginning with hand launched gliders and rubber band powered models through U-control and eventually radio-controlled models. The selection of kits and materials for the model-building course reflect a thorough analysis of the need for cadets to advance from basic gliders through to advanced radio-controlled modelling. As Cadets advance and develop expertise they are expected to assist entry-level model builders in the Squadron. This ideally maintains a preferred 6:1 student/instructor ratio.

A squadron wishing to present this program should contact:

MGen (Ret’d.) William G. Paisley
Air Cadet League of Canada
Ontario Provincial Committee
e-mail: wpaisley@cogeco.ca
Phone (613) 384-2116
or

The Model Aeronautics Association of Canada
5100 South Services Road, Unit 9,
Burlington, Ontario L7L 6A5
e-mail: linda_maachq@on.aibn.com
Tel: 905-632-9808 Fax: 905-632-3304

Model Aeronautics Association of Canada website http://www.maac.ca/

NOTE: A special web site containing detailed information, drawings etc. has been set up for the program at:
http://www.cpi-hamilton.ca/cadets/
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Squadron Penhold 70th Anniversary

Capt Veronica Duncan, Darlene LaRoche, WOII Kole Manion, Branch 104 Innisfail Legion – Rep Mike Barclay, Patricia Keim SSC Chair, and Dan McNeil SSC Advisor. Note that Patricia and Dan are father and daughter and both have been a part of this squadron for many many years.
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Ponoka’s Royal Canadian Air Cadets No. 65 Squadron, celebrated its 70th anniversary with friends and families.
Air cadets taking flight and learning life skills




By Philip Rushton

Published: January 04, 2012 11:49 AM

Veterans of the air cadet program shared stories and met with the current crop of the corps a recent open house.

Ponoka’s Royal Canadian Air Cadets No. 65 Squadron, celebrated its 70th anniversary with friends and families.

The focus may have shifted from its Second World War origins in training pilots and ground crews, to teaching teenagers to becoming better citizens, however, their motto — to learn, to serve, to advance — has remained the same.

Squadron leader Lieut. Karen McDonell, started cadets at age 12, and now is the commanding and leading others 13 years later.

“It is a very rewarding thing for us as officers to see shy 12-year-olds with not a lot of life skills become regular adults,” said McDonell.

A few cadets join the military but most have careers — from businesspeople to teachers and lawyers, she said.

Ponoka squadron is proud to be one of the oldest in the program, starting in 1941 with 60 cadets parading weekly.

“A lot stayed the same with our military history and strong traditions. our uniforms have changed a bit, but we march and do drill. We’re still promoting interest in aviation,” said McDonell.

Cadets have an opportunity to go gliding twice a year and take ride-alongs in powered aircraft. On the ground, they learn range marksmanship, biathlon, navigation and meteorology, as well as survival and leadership skills.

“We’re developing leadership. The program is in place for good social relations and our own anti-bullying program,” said McDonell.

The commitment and hard work of cadets ramps up to the highly anticipated reward to go to flying and camping. “It’s very quiet to only hear the wind and it’s a really neat experience,” she said.

“We’re shaping the next generation of leaders,” she said.

Senior cadets help lead drills and training.

“Ian Watson is a really great cadet with lots of leadership potential. Once shy, and he’s come really far,” McDonell said.

As one of the two warrant officers, Watson has no regrets about cadets.

“I enjoy being a leader in the squadron and it’s nice to be at that position after son long,” said Watson, 18.

Since his first flight ride-along at age 12, he has wanted to fly.

“An experienced instructor will let you do some dips and it’s quite a thrill,” he said about piloting the gliders.

Watson is aiming to become a pilot into the Canadian Air Force or reserve forces after he graduates from cadets. He’s already applying for basic aircraft maintenance training this summer to learn to work on six-cylinder prop engines.

For now, weekly drills are the staple of his cadet training, but they can switch it up.

“We get to do some monkey drills with the rifles,” said Watson.

He explained the difference between standard cadence of the military drills and an informal monkey drill, which isn’t part of proper routine, but lets experienced cadets have a chance to show off some of their synchronized skills for their peers.

“It’s some of the stuff they do in the movies. It’s looks really cool with a little extra flick here and there,” said Watson.

He passes on his experience by teaching younger cadets and this past summer Watson was a survival flight leader to mentor and train 25 cadets at Cold Lake .

“I looked up to my superiors when I was younger, so it’s good to be there now and hopefully someone younger looks up to me,” Watson said.

When veterans come to the parade grounds, Watson listened to how things had changed from when the cadets first trained. “It was always a treat to be able to talk with them.”

McDonell said the squadron is outgrowing its current location and Ponoka, Bluffton, and Rimbey Royal Canadian Legion branches and cadets’ parents are fundraising.

The cadets will continue marching and Lieut. McDonell said they hope to march another 70 years.
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George Canyon First Colonel Commandant for Air Cadets
George Canyon First Colonel Commandant for Air Cadets


Minister MacKay Announces First Colonel Commandant for Air Cadets

NR – 11.155 - December 23, 2011

OTTAWA – The Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence, today announced that George Canyon, former Honorary Colonel of 14 Wing Greenwood and well-known Canadian country music singer and songwriter, has been appointed as the first-ever Colonel Commandant of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets.

“We are absolutely thrilled that George is the first Colonel Commandant of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets,” said Minister MacKay. “Being a former Air Cadet himself, he has always exuded a keen interest in aviation and has made several positive contributions on military matters. He will be an exceptional role model and mentor, motivating Canada’s youth to reach their full potential.”

Canyon joined Air Cadets as a young boy with the full intention of becoming a Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) pilot. When a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes prevented him from pursuing his dreams of becoming a pilot, he simply switched gears. His big break came in 2003 when he came in second place during the talent contest Nashville Star, which launched his music career.

After learning to manage his diabetes through diet, lifestyle and the effective use of insulin pump technology, and passing a series of medical tests, Canyon has been able to obtain his pilot's license. With his own plane, his personal story of perseverance, and a project he named “The Sky’s Not The Limit,” Canyon organized several speaking engagements and concerts to inspire youngsters afflicted with type 1 diabetes and urged them to take ownership of their disease, pursue their dreams and achieve any goals that they set for themselves.

“Being a kid is hard enough without having a disease that limits your choices. If I can tell my story and change a life or two, that’s the kind of imprint I want to leave,” says Canyon.

His personal values, keen interest in aviation, and inspirational messages make him an ideal spokesperson for the Royal Canadian Air Cadets, and their first-ever Colonel Commandant. His personal story complements the mission of the Cadet Program, which is to contribute to the development and preparation of youth for the transition to adulthood and enable them to meet the challenges of modern society through a dynamic, community-based program.

As Colonel Commandant, Canyon will have the responsibilities of developing, promoting and sustaining strong community ties, fostering esprit de corps, and acting as a spokesperson and role model. For the Royal Canadian Air Cadets, Canyon is certainly living up to the title of his Canadian Gold album: “One Good Friend.”

For more information and updates related to this Honorary Appointment, please visit www.cadets.ca.

- 30 -

For more information:
Captain Kimberley Banaszkiewicz, Public Affairs Officer
Chief Reserves and Cadets
Tel: (613) 992-6865, Cell: (613) 316-6545,
E-mail: kimberley.banaszkiewicz@forces.gc.ca

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COPA (Canadian Owners and Pilots Association) Neil Armstrong Scholarship
Three awards are currently available through the COPA (Canadian Owners and Pilots Association) Neil Armstrong Scholarship.



$7,000 to a youth who has NOT, at the time of application, been granted any pilot privileges including, without limitation, a Private Pilots License, Recreational Pilot License, Ultra Light Pilot Permit or a Soaring / Glider License. (Applicants may however be the holder of a student pilot permit),



$3,000 and $2,000 awards to youth who have pilot privileges (may be used for advanced flight training).



Requirements:

* Canadian citizens between the ages of 15 – 21.

* A demonstrated keen interest in flying and general aviation in Canada.

* A proven self-starter, willing to earn their way.

* Financial need.

* Participation and demonstrated contributions to their community, school as well as leadership attributes.

* Reasonable academic skills as demonstrated by scholastic record



March 01 Deadline



Application form attached. More information can be found on the COPA website under funds/scholarships. Please note that this is not an Air Cadet League Scholarship nor is it restricted to current Air Cadets. This is a fantastic COPA initiative that is open to all youth across Canada.

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WO2 Caleb Dewall recieves his Certificate ofAchievement for his Power Pilot Training Award

Darlene LaRoche, Chairman of Alberta, presents WO2 Caleb Dewall his Certificate ofAchievement for his Power Pilot Training Award. He has received $300 to theflying centre of his choice to further his familiarization training.
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52 City of Calgary squadron 70th Anniversary
52 City of Calgary squadron 70th Anniversary


Major Rob Caswell, CO of 52, Darlene LaRoche, Chairman of Alberta, AngeleMullins, SSC Chair of 52, Pat Sulek, Southern Wing Director, and A/WO2Carter Gall, Cadet Squadron Commander.
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National Air Cadet League and Canadian Space Agency sign Memorandum of Understanding
National Air Cadet League and Canadian Space Agency sign Memorandum of Understanding

The Air Cadet League of Canada Announces
Partnership with The Canadian Space Agency.
Creating More Opportunities for Air Cadets.

OTTAWA, (ONTARIO) The Air Cadet League of Canada (ACLC) is pleased to announce that a
memorandum of understanding (MOU) has been signed with The Canadian Space Agency (CSA).
This signing is a significant step to continue to work together to encourage young people to choose
careers in aviation and aerospace.

This agreement means that CSA will support the current Air Cadet training programs by providing
subject matter expertise to the development of space-focused learning products through the ACLC.
This new partnership will assist in securing the long-term value and sustainability of the Air Cadet
League of Canada as well as the long term health and growth of the Canadian Aerospace and
Aviation Industry. Industry affiliates are always looking for prospective recruits and have found a
pool of over 25,000 youth who are already interested in aviation, making this an ideal partnership.
Air Cadet League of Canada President, Bob Robert, was very pleased to sign this MOU with CSA
and stated that, “The CSA is a stellar organization and natural partner in focusing our Air Cadets for
a potential career in aviation and aerospace. Access to CSA’s material will complement and enrich
our already popular Air Cadet Program elements on Space.”

The formal presentation of the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding took place at the Air
Cadet League of Canada’s Semi-Annual Meeting on November 19, 2011 in Ottawa.
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Sgt. Matthew Granson of Ponoka 65 Squadron the 2011 Top Cadet of the Central Alberta Wing
Sgt. Matthew Granson of Ponoka 65 Squadron the 2011 Top Cadet of the Central Alberta Wing
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Warrant Officer First Class Dylan Podkowka receives the Air Cadet League Annual Music Award for Excellence
Warrant Officer First Class Dylan Podkowka receives the Air Cadet League Annual Music Award for Excellence
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Rob Bauhuis receives Tri-Service Coin - Nov 2011
Rob Bauhuis receives Tri-Service Coin - Nov 2011
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Alberta League equips simulator trailer to support Air Cadet Training in Alberta
Alberta League equips simulator trailer to support Air Cadet Training in Alberta
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Air Cadet Video


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