Welcome to 177 RCACS: Celebrating 78 Years of Aviation Excellence
Join 177 Air Canada Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron, a pioneer in the Air Cadet League of Canada youth program with a rich 78-year history. Engage in challenging activities, learn essential skills, and build lasting friendships while contributing to the aviation community. Meet the dedicated staff led by Commanding Officer Captain R. Ducharme and explore the diverse training opportunities offered, including mandatory, optional, and summer programs covering various aspects of aeronautics and citizenship. Embrace a virtual training experience during the unique circumstances of COVID-19, ensuring a fulfilling cadet journey.
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177 RCACS 2020 2021 NEW CADETS & PARENT ORIENTATION
177 RCACS HISTORY 177 Air Canada Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron is one of the oldest units in the Air Cadet League of Canada youth program and is celebrating it s 78th Anniversary this year. The Squadron was formed on 19 October 1942 under the name 177 (Seven Oaks) Squadron and was later changed to #177 (Trans Canada Airlines) Squadron and then #177 (Air Canada) Squadron. Young Canadians aged 12 to 18 can participate in a variety of fun, challenging and rewarding activities while learning valuable skills such as teamwork, leadership and citizenship while creating friendships that will last a lifetime. The Squadron, along with the Air Cadet League, is working to help advance the education of the Air Cadets and to promote interest the air element of aviation through the assistance of the Canadian Armed Forces.
WELCOME TO 177 RCACS COMMANDING OFFICER CAPTAIN ROBIN DUCHARME
GENERAL INFORMATION Parade Night Friday evenings; 1830 2100 hrs Parade night consists of 3 classes with a break between Period 2 & 3 Due to COVID-19 restrictions all training is virtual until further notice Level One s may only have 1 or 2 classes per Friday COVID-19 is having an impact on all of us and this training year will be different. We are aiming to ensure that the Cadets have a great experience during this time.
177 RCACS STAFF Commanding Officer Captain R. Ducharme Deputy Commanding Officer / Level 3 Officer Captain T. Bambrick Standards Officer Mr. D. Mills Administration Officer Mrs. N. Flook Supply Officer Captain A. Ocran Training Officer Lieutenant R. Chennells Training Administration Officer / Level 1 Officer Lieutenant G. Chennells Operations Officer / Level 4 Officer Mr. A. Woodland Training Assistant - Level 2 Officer Miss S. San Diego
177 RCACS STAFF For all staff, the Cadet Program is a part-time and volunteering job Many have full-time employment or are in post-secondary school Not at Minto Armoury full-time
TRAINING 3 DIFFERENT TYPES MANDATORY, OPTIONAL & SUMMER MANDATORY TRAINING: TAKES PLACE ON REGULAR CADET EVENINGS AND SOME WEEKENDS THROUGH OUT THE YEAR AND CONSISTS OF LESSONS IN: Aeronautical Facilities/Aerodrome Operation Activities Aircraft Identification Aircrew Survival Airframe Structure Citizenship Drill General Cadet Knowledge Physical Fitness Healthy Living/Sensible Living Canadian Forces Familiarization Radio Communications Aviation Activities Aerospace Activities Air Rifle Marksmanship Principles of Flight Propulsion/ Engines Instructional Techniques Leadership Navigation Meteorology Community Service Aviation History Aircraft Maintenance Glider Flight Powered Familiarization Flight
TRAINING OPTIONAL TRAINING: USUALLY TAKES PLACE ON OTHER WEEKNIGHTS OR ON WEEKENDS Can include the following: Marksmanship (Air Rifle) Pipe Band Air Ground School Drill Team Effective Speaking Duke of Edinburgh Award Program
TRAINING SUMMER TRAINING: CADETS CAN APPLY FOR SUMMER TRAINING (CTC) Training is anywhere from 3 6 weeks depending on Level and course Acceptance is based on: Squadron/Corps yearly allocation Cadets attendance record (min 60% is required) Review of Cadet extracurricular activities/ behaviour Recommendation by the CO Number of allocations per course across the region Not all cadets that apply are selected to attend camp Summer 2020 camps were cancelled however, Virtual CTC trainings were available for Cadets to register for.
PARENT SPONSORING COMMITTEE THOUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DND) COVERS MUCH OF THE CADET PROGRAM, THERE ARE ITEMS THAT ARE NOT COVERED, THEREFORE REQUIRING PARENTS/CADETS TO TAKE PART IN FUNDRAISING. PROVIDED BY DND NOT PROVIDED BY DND Uniforms Equipment for Field Training Exercises Staff Transportation for FTX/Gliding Days Rent Office supplies above our yearly allotment Familiarization Flights (power) Meals (specific training types) Insurance (Cadets & Squadron contents) Phone, internet, website, etc Transportation for other Cadet training (Museum tours, etc) Annual Ceremonial Review Dinner/Event Training Materials Band Equipment & Uniform parts Trophies/Awards/Gifts
PARENT SPONSORING COMMITTEE CONSIST OF: AN EXECUTIVE PARENT COMMITTEE Chairperson Vice-Chairperson Treasurer Secretary Canteen Chair Fundraising Chairperson Awards Chairperson MEMBERS AT LARGE Executive Meetings take place every month All Parent Meeting take place the last Fri of every month
WHERE TO FIND INFORMATION Weekly Announcements: emailed every week Squadron Webpage: www.177rcacs.ca Demo Facebook: 177RCACS (Official Page) closed group; must answer 3 questions for entry Instagram: 177rcacs
ADMINSTRATION ATTENDANCE: Cadets are expected to attend all mandatory trainings If you cannot attend, please use the Squadron Webpage, Absent Request Form Requests should be submitted no later than Thursday evening Cadets will be marked as Excused for that lesson It will count towards their Overall Attendance Attendance is used for: Determining awards Determining CTC recommendations Promotion & Level progression
UNIFORMS Capt Ocran Supply Officer Currently collecting uniform measurements and ordering uniforms These will be distributed once we are approved for in-person activities Link will be emailed out and instructions on how to measure will be posted on the website.
Important Links Squadron Email: 177Air@cadets.gc.ca Squadron Phone: 204-612-4697 Squadron Webpage: www.177rcacs.ca Facebook: 177RCACS (Official Page) Instagram: 177rcacs
