Announcements

Details for our regular training, activities and events can be found on the Calendar details.

Aviation Career Fair - Monday, May 27 

Sign up before April 26th to reserve your spot. This event is open to ALL cadets!

Transportation will be provided from Hangar 11 to the museum at 6pm and back at the end of the evening at 9:30 pm. Cadets must have had dinner at home prior to departure.

Marksmanship Day - Apr. 25 (Levels 3/4/5 only)

Cadets will take part in marksmanship activities at the Hangar (190 Clear Skies Pvt). Due to the large volume of cadets, the activity will be split into two Thursday training nights for half of the squadron at a time:

Safety precautions are essential to ensure everyone’s safety on the range. Every time a cadet picks up a rifle or steps on a range, they must have safety in mind and check to ensure the rifle is safe. Refresh yourself on the air rifle and safety on a range:

Dress: C5 (FTUs) or appropriate athletic attire (only if uniform has yet to be issued) (consult the Dress Regulations)

Mark your calendars: Annual Ceremonial Review (ACR) - June 2, 2024

This year's Annual Ceremonial Review (ACR) is on Sunday, June 2, 2024 (full day) - mandatory for all cadets. 

What's ACR? It's the most important event of the Air Cadet training year. Cadets get to show family/friends, guests and their community what they have learned over the past training year and are recognized for their achievements! There are awards, guest speeches, music, and many more live and static displays!

ACR Practice for ALL cadets will be held on Saturday, June 1, 2024 (full day) - maximum attendance from cadets is required. Details for both days can be found on the Calendar.

Parents/Guardians: We need your support! Donations of food/drink (light refreshments) are needed for the guest reception following the ACR on Sunday. Any donation is appreciated, no matter how big or small! More info to follow from the Sponsoring Committee.

Signed up for an activity and need to know the details for the day? 

Always check the website Calendar entries and Announcements!

Tip: always check the website announcements for updates & the calendar for details BEFORE the event/activity. This way you know if there are any last minute changes and you're prepared for the day!

Summer Training 2024

For all summer training courses and staff cadet applications: Only selected cadets will be notified accordingly via email in April-May. Due to a limited amount of summer training positions available, cadets are selected on a merit-basis.

RCAF Ball (June 1) 

Senior cadets are requested to support in the role of ushers to greet guests, provide information, and escort VIP/VVIPs to the pre-reception room at the RCAF Ball on June 1, 2024. More details & sign up. Due to high interest - cadets may be put on a waitlist. 

Note: Cadets must have demonstrated exemplary service, performance, and excellence as a cadet. Cadets must also have their full C1 uniforms. SIGN UP no later than 02 May 2024.

The Air Cadet Young Aces 50/50 - Sales end April 25, 2025

Support 742 through the Air Cadet League of Canada Ontario Provincial Committee's 50/50 draw (The Air Cadet Young Aces 50/50). The draw supports squadrons across the province and your donation can go towards 742 - make sure "742 National Capital, Ottawa - Airport" is selected under "Who are you supporting?" when purchasing tickes.

Register for our annual Golf Fundraiser!

Join us for golf, dinner, and prizes on Saturday June 22, 2024 at the Meadows Golf & Country Club - all in support of 742! There will be a 50/50 raffle, door prizes, and a silent auction. All proceeds from the golf tournament will go directly into funding cadet activities and experiences. 

Help spread the word to your network- support our youth through sponsorship or gathering your group of 4 to sign up today! Not a golfer? No problem - join us for dinner!

Junior Ground School - Mondays

**As of Feb. 15: Jr GROUND SCHOOL SESSIONS ARE POSTPONED UNTIL 22 APRIL** Please do not go to the community centre on Mondays until then.

Sessions are held on Mondays from 1900-2100hrs at the Uplands Military Community Centre (330 Croil Private, Building 471, K1V 1J1).

A general interest course for any cadet who may want to learn more about aviation and/or not yet qualify for the Glider/Power Pilot Training Courses. Topics covered in a private pilot ground school, such as theory of flight, metrology, aircraft engines, navigation, etc.

Questions? Email CI Smith.

Cadet365 Onboarding

All enrolled cadets are issued a Cadet365 account. This provides access to your cadet email (Outlook) and MS Teams (essential for virtual training), along with various online resources and training. Please follow the onboarding instructions (under Resources) in order to access your cadet email and MS Teams. 

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Your support matters year-round

Activities are made possible from the support and generous contributions by our community. Please consider supporting 742 through the United Way Campaign (GCWCC), FlipGive, Canadahelps.org, or directly to our charity number is 123613523 RR 0029.

Are you a parent/guardian of a cadet and looking for ways to contribute to 742? There are many ways to help out!