Date
18 September 2022
RO Number
2022/23-03
CO’s Message
Let’s start off by mentioning the Queen. Monday, September 19 was the funeral for Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. May she rest in peace.
I hope everyone had a great time at the Niagara Garrison FTX this past weekend. Hopefully, we’ll get to do more activities like that going forward. We had a few hiccups with regard to adherence to the Cadet Code of Conduct. Remember, these are the rules that guide your actions as a cadet. I expect each of you to live by these rules. Now, we have a tight turnaround between the FTX and Wednesday’s parade night, but that doesn’t mean you can neglect your uniform. Make sure your combats are cleaned and ready to go, and that your boots are cleaned and blackened for Wednesday night.
We had an extremely busy start to our year, now the activities will slow down a bit and we can concentrate on training.
I won’t be around for training on Wednesday. Lt Russell will be running the Squadron in my absence.
THERE HAS BEEN AN UPDATE REGARDING GLIDING FOR THIS WEEK. SEE BELOW FOR DETAILS.
809 Officer and Senior Cadet Staff Positions
There are some minor changes in the staff positions this year. Here’s a reminder
Commanding Officer (CO): Lt Couroux
Deputy Commanding Office (DCO): Lt Russell
Training Officer (TrgO): Lt Nicolescu
Administration Officer (AdminO): Capt Lemoine
Supply Officer (SupO): CI Dau
Squadron Warrant Officer: WO2 Abt
Squadron Deputy Warrant Officer/Training NCO: FSgt Forsyth
Flight Commander/Admin NCO: FSgt Vidal
Flight Commander/Supply NCO: FSgt Dau
COVID-19 Rules
COVID-19 rules have changed slightly for this training year. Masks are no longer mandatory, except under certain circumstances, such as travelling in military transport or when entering an establishment that requires masks to be worn. If you feel comfortable wearing a mask, and would like to continue, you are permitted to do so.
It’s no longer a requirement for you to fill out and post a declaration. The link for this will no longer be provided.
Social distancing will still be practiced as much as possible. Also, it’s encouraged that we do as much training as possible outside.
We’re still committed to making cadets a safe and fun experience. If you have any questions on this, please consult a staff member.
Cadet365
I understand that many of you still do not have your Cadet365 account up and running. If you don’t, please see Capt Lemoine this Wednesday evening.
Regular Training
Where: Squadron HQ
When: 21 September 2022
Who: All Cadets and Staff
Dress: Cadets – C5 (FTU), CAF 5 (CADPAT/NCD), CIs/CVs – Golf Shirt and Khakis or FTU
Duty Officer: Lt Nicolescu
Duty NCO: TBD
Training Night Schedule
| Begins | Ends | Period |
|---|---|---|
| 1815 | 1830 | Building Open, Parade Set-Up |
| 1830 | 1845 | Uniform Inspection/Opening Parade |
| 1845 | 1920 | Period 1 |
| 1925 | 2000 | Period 2 |
| 2000 | 2015 | Break |
| 2015 | 2050 | Period 3 |
| 2050 | 2100 | Clean-Up Trg Areas/Parade |
| 2100 | 2115 | Closing Parade |
| 2115 | 2130 | Building Closed |
Class Schedule
| Period 1 1845-1920 |
Period 2 1925-2000 |
Period 3 2015-2050 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level One | PO/EO | |||
| Description | General Cadet Knowledge | General Cadet Knowledge | General Cadet Knowledge | |
| Instructor | ||||
| Level Two | PO/EO | |||
| Description | General Cadet Knowledge | General Cadet Knowledge | General Cadet Knowledge | |
| Instructor | ||||
| Level Three | PO/EO | |||
| Description | General Cadet Knowledge | General Cadet Knowledge | General Cadet Knowledge | |
| Instructor | ||||
| Level Four | PO/EO | |||
| Description | General Cadet Knowledge | General Cadet Knowledge | General Cadet Knowledge | |
| Instructor | ||||
Upcoming Events
1. Gliding – POSTPONED UNTIL SPRING
Where: Niagara District Airport (Niagara-on-the-Lake)
When: Saturday, 24 September, Timings To Be Determined
Who: All Interested Cadets
Dress: Appropriate Civilian Attire
OIC: Capt Lemoine
Unfortunately gliding, for all units, has been postponed until the spring.
2. Ground School
Where: TBD
When: TBD (Deadline for Applications is 15 October 2022)
Who: All interested cadets who are eligible to apply for GPTC or PPTC in Summer 2023
Dress: TBD
OIC: TBD
Anyone interested in applying for GPTC or PPTC MUST take part in 45 hours of Online Ground School and write the qualifying exam by the deadline of 15 January 2023, or they will not be considered for the course. Before your application can be submitted, you must have your Cadet365 account set up. If you’re interested, please see Capt Lemoine to enter your application into FORTRESS. The deadline for applications is 15 October 2022.
More details to follow.
Summary
All attendees must check-in for all in-person activities using the Registration for In-Person Events form.
In-Person Activity Check-In Form
This Week’s Activities
| Date | Day | Activity | Location | Dress | OIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 September 2022 | Wednesday | Parade Night | Squadron HQ | Cadets C5, CAF 5, CI/CV Golf Shirt and Kakhis or FTU | Lt Nicolescu |
Upcoming Activities
| Date | Day | Activity | Location | Dress | OIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 September 2022 | Wednesday | Parade Night | Squadron HQ | Cadets C5, CAF 5, CI/CV Golf Shirt and Kakhis | TBD |
D Couroux
Lieutenant
Commanding Officer
809 Newark RCACS
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