Date
04 June 2023

RO Number
2022/23-37

CO’s Message
Hello 809.  Well, here we are, final week of the 2022-23 training year.   Everyone did extremely well at the ACR and Banquet last week.  I had a great time and was extremely proud of all of you and your accomplishments.   This week we have the Cadet Change of Command & Wings Parade on Wednesday and the Bottle Drop off on Saturday.   Looking forward to seeing everyone once more before the summer break.

809 OFFICER AND SENIOR CADET STAFF POSTITIONS
Commanding Officer (CO): Lt Couroux
Deputy Commanding Office (DCO): Lt Russell
Training Officer (TrgO): Capt Emptage
Administration Officer (AdminO): Capt Lemoine
Supply Officer (SupO): CI Dau
Assistant Training Officer (ATrgO): OCdt Bell
Squadron Warrant Officer: WO1 Abt
Squadron Deputy Warrant Officer/ Admin NCO: WO2 Vidal
Flight Commander/Supply NCO: WO2 Dau

SUPPLY:
Supply is open for exchanges and new issue on Monday and Wednesday evenings by appointment.   Make sure you see CI Dau to set up an appointment

TRAINING:
Regular Training
Where: Squadron HQ
When: Wednesday 07 June 2023
Who: All Cadets and Staff
Dress:  Cadets: C3B
Staff: 3B
Duty Officer: Lt Russell
Duty NCO: TBD

ANNOUNCEMENTS

1. Monday Evening Optional Training – Monday June 05

Dress: Appropriate Civilian Clothing
Timing: 1830-2115
Duty Officer: CI Dau

Aviation with WO2 Vidal – Lt Vidal will guide you through the use of our Flight Simulator.

2. Cadet Change of Command & Wings Parade – Wednesday June 07

•  As per information previously listed above.
• Practice for 1^st half of the evening.
• Parade will kick off at 2000hrs (8pm)
• Parents/Guardians are invited and encouraged to attend
• Events on the parade include:
  • Wings Parade
    • WO2 Shay Vidal will be presented his Power Pilot Wings in an official ceremony
  • Level Promotions
    • All cadets finishing their levels will be presented with their appropriate new rank
  • Change of Command parade
    • WO1 Emily Abt will hand over command of the squadron to WO2 Elias Dau.

 Bottle Drop Off – Saturday, June 10 – 0830 hrs – VanNoorts Warehouse

•  Where: VanNoorts Warehouse on Hunter Rd @ 4 Mile Creek Rd
• When: Satuday June 10, 2023 @ 0830hrs
• Who: All Cadets, Parents/Guardians, Staff and SSC members
• This is the final activity for the 2022/23 training year. All members of the squadron are required to be on-hand for the fundraising activity.   The more hands on-board, the more we can accomplish.   Having successful bottle drop offs are key to keeping the squadron operating.    This keeps the program free for our cadets.
• NEXT BOTTLE DROP OFF WILL BE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9!
• Please pass information along to friends about the drop off points. Here’s the info:

 Summary
All attendees must check-in for all in-person activities using the Registration for In-Person Events form.

This Week’s Activities

Upcoming Activities (2023/24 Training Year) – Squadron will start up on Wednesday, September 6.  Details to be published in August – ENJOY YOUR SUMMER!

D Couroux
Lieutenant
Commanding Officer
809 Newark RCACS
Immortal!

E daniel.couroux@cadets.gc.ca
T + 1 (905) 468-7584

Good afternoon 809,
There is a change in dress. We are no longer going with 3B’s for the evening. Cadets are to wear FTU’s, Staff are to wear CADPAT. This will give you the opportunity to keep your blues from getting messed up for Saturday.

Regards,
Lt D Couroux
CO
809 Newark RCACS
Immortal

We’re on the road.  ETA 2200hrs @ squadron HQ.

Lt Couroux
CO
809 Newark RCAS
Immortal
 

Good evening,

The cadets are all having a blast at Wonderland.   We’re still on track for departing Wonderland at 2000hrs (8pm) and arriving at the squadron headquarters at 2200hrs (10pm)

Regards,
Lt Couroux
CO
809 Newark RCACS
Immortal

Good afternoon everyone,

Just a reminder for everyone about the Canada’s Wonderland Trip on Saturday.
You’ve all been emailed your tickets. Please take time to save a copy to your phone, or print out a paper copy to keep with you.

– Be at the squadron on Saturday morning no later than 0745 (bus leaves at 0800)
– Bring your health card
– Bring money for snacks, lunch, lockers and for spending.
– Wear suitable, appropriate, civilian clothing
– Bring Sunblock if you have it.
– Bring swimming clothes if you wish to partake in Splashworks
– Bring a backpack to carry your belongings in – This will most likely be searched as you enter the park.

NOTE: There is a change to the return time. Because the meal won’t be available until about 1730hrs, I’ve negotiated to for the bus to return a little later. It is now scheduled to leave Canada’s wonderland at 2000hrs (8pm), returning approx 2200hrs (10pm). This will also give you a little more time in the park.

See everyone Saturday morning.

Regards,
Lt Couroux
CO
809 Newark RCACS
Immortal

Awards Banquet

Friday, June 02 1830-2130

RSVP: Daniel.couroux@cadets.gc.ca

Please join us at 809 Newark Squadron’s 2023 Awards Banquet at 6:30pm on Friday, June 2. The banquet is being held at:

124 Branch, Royal Canadian Legion
410 King St,
Niagara On The Lake

Please notify us of the number of guests that will be attending no later than Wednesday, May 24th in order for us to make accommodations with the caterer. Dress is Business Professional. (No uniforms!)

Any special meal requirements should be communicated to myself, Lt Dan Couroux, before the RSVP deadline.

Cadets are free, all others are $25 each.

Please make sure you include your cadet in your RSVP.

Annual Ceremonial Review

Saturday, June 3 – 1100hrs – 1200hrs

RSVP Link: Daniel.couroux@cadets.gc.ca

Cadets are to arrive at the squadron headquarters for 0800hrs on Saturday, June 3rd for practices and setup. Wear your uniform (C1A) but bring your tunic on a hanger. Cadets are to report to Capt Emptage for attendance. Parents and guests are asked to be seated 1045hrs for a 1100hrs start. As this is a mandatory parade, we require a note from all cadets who are unable to participate.

All parents and cadets are invited to join us following the parade for a small reception to commemorate our success this year – we have lots to celebrate! Please invite your entire family to come to the parade as it truly shows the result of the hard work the Cadets of 809 Squadron have put forward this past training year.

In order to estimate numbers for the SSC BBQ that traditionally follows the ACR, please RSVP using the link above and include your cadet in your response.

Guests should dress in business casual attire. (No jeans.)

See you there!

Lt Dan Couroux
Commanding Officer
809 Newark RCAC
“Immortal”

Awards Banquet

Friday, June 02 1830-2130

RSVP: Daniel.couroux@cadets.gc.ca

Please join us at 809 Newark Squadron’s 2023 Awards Banquet at 6:30pm on Friday, June 2. The banquet is being held at:

124 Branch, Royal Canadian Legion
410 King St,
Niagara On The Lake

Please notify us of the number of guests that will be attending no later than Wednesday, May 24th in order for us to make accommodations with the caterer. Dress is Business Professional. (No uniforms!)

Any special meal requirements should be communicated to myself, Lt Dan Couroux, before the RSVP deadline.

Cadets are free, all others are $25 each.

Please make sure you include your cadet in your RSVP.

Annual Ceremonial Review

Saturday, June 3 – 1100hrs – 1200hrs

RSVP Link: Daniel.couroux@cadets.gc.ca

Cadets are to arrive at the squadron headquarters for 0800hrs on Saturday, June 3rd for practices and setup. Wear your uniform (C1A) but bring your tunic on a hanger. Cadets are to report to Capt Emptage for attendance. Parents and guests are asked to be seated 1045hrs for a 1100hrs start. As this is a mandatory parade, we require a note from all cadets who are unable to participate.

All parents and cadets are invited to join us following the parade for a small reception to commemorate our success this year – we have lots to celebrate! Please invite your entire family to come to the parade as it truly shows the result of the hard work the Cadets of 809 Squadron have put forward this past training year.

In order to estimate numbers for the SSC BBQ that traditionally follows the ACR, please RSVP using the link above and include your cadet in your response.

Guests should dress in business casual attire. (No jeans.)

See you there!

Lt Dan Couroux
Commanding Officer
809 Newark RCAC
“Immortal”

Our last fundraising event, and last cadet function, for the 2022-23 training year will be a bottle drop off on Saturday, June 10 0830-1400.   Participation is mandatory for Cadets, Staff & SSC members.    Parents & Guardians are asked to help out with the sorting and transportation of bottles from the drop off locations to the warehouse at VanNoorts.    We need everyone’s help to pull this off.

Everyone will assemble at VanNoorts greenhouse on  4 Mile Creek Rd at the corner of Hunter Rd. at 0830hrs.   From there, you will be briefed on your location and responsibilities.

We will all meet back at VanNoorts after the locations close at 1300.  From there, cadets and participants will be treated to a pizza lunch before being released for the day.

This is our largest fundraiser.   We need your help in raising the funds in order to provide training and to pay for our facilities.

Regards,

Lt Dan Couroux
CO
809 Newark RCACS
“Immortal”

There will be no training this Monday night due to the Victoria Day holiday. Enjoy the long weekend and see you all Wednesday night.

Regards,
Lt Dan Couroux
CO
809 Newark RCACS
“Immortal”

Hello 809,

Heads – Up…..Emails have gone out to everyone participating in next Saturday’s trip to Wonderland containing details about the trip and copies of your ticket for the day.    Please have a look at your cadet email.

To everyone who hasn’t replied, but would like to go (including cadets, staff, SSC members, parents/guardians), we have 5 tickets leftover.   Anyone that would like to join us for the day, please reach out to me by email (daniel.couroux@cadets.gc.ca) no later than Wednesday, May 24th letting me know that you’d like to attend.   Tickets include your admission, all day drink voucher and supper voucher.   809 cadets, Staff and SSC are free, Parents/Guardians & siblings (must be accompanied by parent) of cadets are $68.91 per ticket .   First come-first serve.

Regards,

Lt Dan Couroux
CO
809 Newark RCACS
Immortal