Good evening 809 Squdron,

Just a quick note with regards to this week’s parade night.    I’m extending an invitation to parents and guardians to join us for the evening.    We have a couple of items scheduled that I believe will be of interest.

1/ Summer Training Information Session.

During 1st period (1845 – 1920 or 6:45pm to 7:20pm) I’ll be bringing the cadets up to speed on the summer training offerings this year.    Parents and Guardians are welcome to attend and ask questions.   It’s a great opportunity to find out about the exciting opportunities open to cadets throughout the summer.

2/ Commanding Officer’s Parade

Once a month, we have a formal parade at the end of the night.   It’s during this parade that most promotions, awards and other items are presented.   In the last month, we’ve had an exceptional enrollment of new cadets.   This week, we’ll be having our new cadets take the Pledge On Enrollment.    To back them up, the entire squadron will be taking the pledge as well.   This is the first step a cadet makes in their cadet career.  This will take place during 3rd period and into closing (2015-2100 or 8:15pm to 9:00pm).

I hope to see all interested parents & guardians out tomorrow evening.

Regards,
Capt Dan Couroux
Commanding Officer
809 Newark RCACS
“Immortal”

Good evening 809,

We’re entering a new month, and only have a couple of months left of the training year.   On Wednesday evening, we’ll be discussing summer training opportunities with the cadets in the unit.   Parents/Guardians, you’re more than welcome to sit in on the presentation.   We’ll be getting under way with that at 1845 (6:45pm).

With March Break coming up, there will be no training on 11MAR2024 and 13MAR2024.   Also, With Easter Monday being on Monday, April 1st, there will be no training on that date either.

Here are the announcements:

Announcements:

1. Optional Training – Monday, 04MAR2024:

Regular Monday Optional training this week @ the Squadron LHQ.    The flight simulator will be open and other activities will take place.   Come on out and be social.

Time: 1900-2100hrs
Where: Squadron LHQ
Dress: Appropriate Civilian Attire
Duty Officer: CI Dau

2. Canteen Cards for Sale – Wednesday, 06MAR2024:

Canteen cards will be on sale on Wednesday evening for those who would like to purchase them.   Cards are $20.00 each.   Please see Mrs Lett upon arrival to the squadron to purchase yours.

3. March Break – No training – 11MAR2024 and 13MAR2024:

There will be no training on 11MAR2024 or 13MAR2024 due to March Break.   However, we will have a social activity on 13MAR2024 for those of you not going away for the week.    Details to follow

4. 2024 NGTA Training and Professional Development Session – 23/24MAR2024:

The CO, TrgO, SWO and DSWO are all attending the 2024 NGTA Training and Professional Development Session in Toronto on the 23-24MAR2024.   Representatives from all units within the Niagara Greater Toronto Area (NGTA) are preparing the training calendar for the 2024/25 training year.

5. Summer Staffing and Training Opportunities are Now Available:

If you’ve been paying attention to the Facebook and Squadron Website Posts, both Staff Cadet and summer course opportunities have opened up.

Staff Cadet  opportunities are available to cadets who have completed Level 3 or higher.   Here’s a link to the website post

Attention 809 Senior NCO’s – Summer Applications Now Being Accepted for Staff Cadet Positions. | 809 Newark (809cadets.ca)

Summer training opportunities are available to cadets who are Level 2 or higher.  Courses include:

• Air Rifle Marksmanship (2 wk introduction or 4 wk instructor)
• Drill and Ceremonial (2 wk introduction or 4 wk instructor)
• Sports and Fitness (2 wk introduction or 4 wk instructor)
• Military Band (2 wk introduction or 4 wk instructor)
• Pipe Band (2 wk introduction or 4 wk instructor
• Aviation Technology and Aerospace (2 wk)
• Advanced Aviation (4 week)
• Survival (2 wk Introduction or 4 wk Instructor)

2-week courses are for levels 2+, 4-week courses are for levels 3+.  Here’s the link for the website post, which contains links to the course descriptions and locations:

Great news on Summer Training | 809 Newark (809cadets.ca)

If you’re interested in either opportunity, please see squadron staff for more information.  Hurry, though.   Applications are due 18MAR2024 for staff, and 31MAR24 for courses.

6. Easter Monday – No training – 01APR2024:

There will be no training on Monday 01APR2024 due to Easter Monday

  7. Fish Fry:

The legion is looking for volunteers to take part in service duties for Fish Fry on Thursday nights.    This is not a cadet activity, but you can earn time towards your community service hours for high school decoration.   All interested parties are to reach out to Ms Kathleen Kells by email.   Include your phone number, cell phone number she can text to, and any dates that you cannot help out.   Ms Kell’s email is ktkells@gmail.com

Regards,
Capt Dan Couroux
Commanding Officer
809 Newark RCACS
“Immortal”

Good morning 809,

Just a reminder that there is no training on Monday night due to it being Family Day.   Enjoy your night off and see you all on Wednesday for our open house with the Niagara Youth Collective.    WROs will be published on Monday/Tuesday this week.

Happy Family Day,

Capt. Dan Couroux
Commanding Officer
809 Newark RCACS
“Immortal”

Good evening 809

Summer training for 2024 has been posted and there seems to be a lot of opportunities.   Please review the following from Cadets Canada.  The link at the bottom takes you to the course offerings and gives level/age requirements.   This is exciting news!  Please see the staff if you would like more info.

This summer, our vision is to nearly DOUBLE the number of opportunities available to cadets versus summer 2023. We plan to train 7000 cadets including 1000 staff cadets in 26 instructor and specialty courses at 12 Cadet Training Centres across Canada.

The Cadet Program will continue to offer accessible and agile training coast to coast to coast. We’re optimizing resources and moving towards a dynamic approach, utilizing specialist instructors and resources efficiently.

Our focus will always be on ensuring that the local community-based program is strengthened in communities across Canada; it is our center of gravity.

For more information about summer 2024 visit:

https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/cadets-junior-canadian-rangers/cadets/summer-training/summer2024.html

Regards,
Capt Dan Couroux
Commanding Officer
809 Newark RCACS
“Immortal”

Exciting news awaits! Applications are now open for Staff Cadets interested in summer employment for 2024. To be considered, you must have completed corps/squadron qualification of Phase 3/Silver Star/Level 3 and have prior summer training experience.

NEW this year: You must also have a Social Insurance Number and a personal bank account. Failure to provide this information by the deadline will result in no employment offer.

Please be aware: Staff Cadets who have not received an offer by 16 April 2024 may still be placed on a waiting list. Offers could be sent as late as June if positions become available.

By participating as a Staff Cadet, you will gain valuable leadership skills, coaching/mentorship opportunities, and job-ready skills that are transferable to your future career. Don’t miss this opportunity to join us for a summer of growth, camaraderie, and unforgettable memories.

See 809 RCACS Staff to apply.

Regards,
Capt Dan Couroux
Commanding Officer
809 Newark RCACS
“Immortal”

Hello 809,

We had some pretty deep training regarding the Cadet Code of Conduct last week. I’d like to remind all cadets about your commitment to maintaining a professional workspace for everyone. Remember to make sure you keep a copy of the Code of Conduct in your breast pocket at all times.

Here are this week’s announcements.   All training and dress related items are published in WROs and can be found on teams.   Remember, you need to give the WROs a like to let us know that you’ve read it.

Announcements:

1. 1. Sports Night – Monday 12FEB2024:

By popular vote, we will be having a sports night this Monday (Feb 12).    The activities will include both volleyball and basketball.

Here’s the info:
When: Monday, Feb 12, 1900-2100
Where: EI McCulley School, 16 Berkley Dr, St Catharines
Dress: Appropriate sports attire
Sports: Basketball and Volleyball
Duty Officer: Capt Lemoine

All cadets are encouraged to participate.  You need to make your own way there.  If you do not have a ride, please discuss carpooling with other squadron members.   Make sure you bring a water bottle and a snack as there will not be a canteen set up for the evening.

1. 2. Senior NCO Development Day – RE-Scheduled for Saturday, 06 April 2024:

 For the 5 Cadets that signed up for the Senior NCO Development day that was to have taken place on Saturday, January 20, it has been re-scheduled for Saturday, 06APR2024.   Some changes are being made to the format.   More information to follow.

1. 3. Fish Fry:

 The legion is looking for volunteers to take part in service duties for Fish Fry on Thurssday nights.    This is not a cadet activity, but you can earn time towards your community service hours for high school decoration.   All interested parties are to reach out to Ms Katleen Kells by email.   Include your phone number, cell phone number she can text to, and any dates that you cannot help out.   Ms Kell’s email is ktkells@gmail.com

As always, if you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me by email at daniel.couroux2@cadets.gc.ca

Regards,
Capt Dan Couroux
Commanding Officer
809 Newark RCACS
“Immortal”

With this being the first Wednesday of the month, canteen cards will be on-sale tonight.  As always, cards are $20.00 each and are required to take part in purchasing items from the Canteen.

Regards,
Capt Dan Couroux
Commanding Officer
809 Newark RCACS
“Immortal”