Email us with any questions you may have. We can walk you through the registration process as well. 

For more information about the cadet program visit: www.canada.ca/join-cadets 

Why do youth aged 12 to 18 years old join cadets?

• To have fun;

• To be with their friends or to make new ones;

• To partake in interesting and unique challenges;

• To participate in diverse training at no cost;

• To learn valuable life skills (work and personal);

• To improve their self-confidence and sense of responsibility;

• To pursue an interest in the Canadian Armed Forces; and To be part of a program that is both welcoming and nurturing, where they feel included and have a sense of belonging.

Who can join?

The Royal Canadian Air Cadets is a Canadian national youth program for young individuals aged 12 to 19. Registration at 239 Squadron is available for Canadian citizens or a lawful residents of Canada who do not belong to another cadet corps or squadron, and are medically, physically and psychologically fit to join Cadets and participate in related training and/or activities.

What is the registration fee to join the cadet program?

There is no registration fee to join 239 Squadron. Uniforms are provided free of charge but must be returned once the cadet leaves the program. 

Cadets and Guardians are asked to participate in fundraising activities which allow the unit to participate in the various activities.

How do I join 239 Squadron?

Above we have a Button to Join now which takes you to the online form to fill out. Once that is completed additional infromation will be provided to you through the email you provide in the form. Additional information or assistance can be found ever Tuesday Night September to June at the squadron, 240d 2nd street west Brooks, Alberta or by emailing the SSC at brooks239ssc@gmail.com 

• Complete the online registration form indicated above.

• Bring the applicant’s Provincial Healthcare Card

• Bring ONE of:

  • Valid Canadian Birth Certificate (not baptismal certificate),

  • valid Canadian Passport,

  • Valid Resident Card,

  • Valid identification issued by a Canadian provincial or federal government agency.

  • If you do not have any of the above documentation, please speak to the administrative office who may provide you with alternatives.

Upon completion of your paperwork, and confirmation email/discussion/phone call you will have officially joined Brooks 239 Royal Canadian Air Cadets! 

Training

PLAY A MUSICAL INSTRUMENT

The Music Program take place weekly.  This band performs at annual reviews and other special events at the discretion of the CO.  The Music Program Coordinator coordinates all performances and training.

Everyone who is a cadet of 239 Squadron is invited to join the band.  No prior experience is required as instruction on various instruments will be given.  Band practice is on Tuesday night from 1545hrs to 1645 hrs.

FITNESS ACTIVITIES

Every second last Tuesday of the month is a fitness activity day for cadets to participate in between regular Cadet Squadron time. It is open to all cadets of 239 Squadron. Activities conducted is based on the number of cadets who show up and what they would like to do. Activities include basketball, volleyball, etc.

MARKSMANSHIP TEAM

Marksmanship training takes place at various times throughout the year.  There are Competitions to particiate in for this and a team of 5 cadets will be selected to take part in these competitions.  Anyone is eligible to be on the team.

EFFECTIVE SPEAKING

Effective speaking is a good way to learn public speaking and speech writing skills as well as boost the confidence and leadership abilities of a cadet.  There are effective speaking competitions through out the year that members can join.  This program is open to all cadets in any level.

FIELD TRAINING EXERCISE

Field Training Exercise is a major training period that is held outside of the regular Tuesday night training period. 239 Squadron holds at least one Weekend per year. At FTX Weekend many training points (performance objectives) are performed during exercises that can’t be done at any other time during the training year.

A  camp facility is booked from Friday evening until Sunday afternoon for the cadets to be able to eat, sleep, and perform all of the necessary activities. Since the vast majority of activities are performed outdoors, it is essential that the cadets are dressed for the weather and have any additional clothing required should the weather conditions change. The days are long and the cadets are challenged, however, it is all done in an informative and enjoyable fashion. The squadron staff and senior cadets provide the training and supervision throughout the weekend and the parent sponsoring committee and volunteers are responsible for keeping everyone nourished throughout. Significant preparation takes place ahead of time, and everyone (staff, cadets, and volunteers) puts in long hours, and faces a variety of challenges, however, everyone leaves with a strong sense of accomplishment.

SUMMER TRAINING

Outstanding and highly motivated cadets often have the opportunity to attend a  1 to 8 weeks summer training course camp. This is a perfect opportunity for them to travel, make friends and discover an entirely different way of life! Cadets learn to manage their time and become more responsible, under the supervision of Cadet Instructors Cadre (CIC) officers with specifically trained to work with teenagers.

FAMILIARIZATION GLIDING

An average of 55 000 glider flights are done every year. In Canada, the majority of glider pilots licenses are earned by Royal Canadian Air Cadets. Cadets must be 16 to write the certifying Transport Canada exam.

Each year, 250 air cadets earn their Transport Canada Private Pilot License through the Air Cadet Flying Scholarship program. Cadets aged 17 and 18 years old who have proven themselves to be high achievers in the cadet program and who have a particular interest and aptitude in the field of aviation have the opportunity to learn how to fly.

SCHOLARSHIPS

In 2018, the Air Cadet League of Canada awarded more than $20,000 in post-secondary scholarships to deserving Air Cadets across the country. This year, we are proud to offer eight post-secondary education scholarship awards to Royal Canadian Air Cadets. They are the Young Citizen Foundation Scholarship, the Birchall Scholarship, the Dale Scholarship, the Alex Venables Scholarship in Engineering, the Jazz Aviation Pathway Award for Professionalism, the Jazz Aviation Pathway Award for Professionalism and Diversity, and, new this year, two Air Cadet League of Canada Foundation Scholarships.

Get a head start on the competition, start working today on your application! Applications must be turned in each year by April 1st.

For Cadets - Air Cadet League of Canada