Our goal is to accomplish those aims through:

Our corps follows basic military traditions such as wearing a uniform and learning military drill.

Cadets usually undergo one training session per week during the fall, winter, and spring. Often there are field exercises held above and beyond those sessions to apply what has been learned in a real environment.

During the summer months many of our cadets become eligible to attend Summer Training Centres, for period between 2 to 7 weeks. During that time cadets are able to take courses that deal with:

* Shooting and Marksmanship
* Leadership and Learning to be an Instructor
* Patrolling, Survival and Adventure Training
* Musician Training (Military and Highland)
* Physical Fitness and Recreational Training
* Just to name a few....

Senior Cadets may also be selected for one of the following:

* International Exchanges (England, Scotland, Wales, and France)
* Army Cadet Bisley Team (England)
* Army Cadet Leadership and Challenge Course
* Army Cadet Advanced Pipes and Drums
* Army Cadet Parachutist Course
* Employment at an Army Cadet Training Center as an Assistant Instructor

WHAT WE EXPECT OF OUR CADETS?

Our cadets are expected to work as a member of our team, or what is known in the army as ..... a troop. It is sometimes surprising what can be accomplished by cooperating with your instructors and fellow cadets.

Our Commanding Officer and other members of the cadet corps staff are volunteers. They work, attend school, have families and have their own commitments. Therefore, they need support and cooperation.

Our cadets can do their part in providing that support and cooperation by:

• Attending Parades: attempt to attend all parades and training exercises.
  
• Being On Time: plan on arriving at least 15 minutes early to prepare for inspection.
  
• Being Well Turned Out: attire, be it uniform or civilian reflects on the way others see you and the way they see the Cadet Corps and the Canadian Forces.
  
• Obeying Orders Promptly: if you feel they are improper, carry out the order and then speak with a more senior staff member later.
  
• Practicing Good Manners: while wearing your uniform or civilian clothes pay compliments to others. Remember to address all officers and other adults using "Sir" or "Ma'am" accordingly.
  
• Keeping Fit: exercise and participate in team activities. Pursue a healthy lifestyle free of alcohol, drugs and tobacco.
  
• Supporting Good Citizenship Support community activities outside of cadets. Give assistance to others whenever possible. Volunteer to help worthwhile groups and causes.
  
• Supporting Our Corps Work hard and do not hesitate to do more than asked.
  Staying In School A good cadet is also a good student, marks are not as important as doing the best you can every day.
  

Being a full member of our corps, requires that cadets plan on attending parades, weekend exercises or other events as they have been planned - REMEMBER - it has all been organized for your benefit.

The Commanding Officer relies on your support as a member of the corps to take an active part in the program. Help others who may be less able than you, especially the newer recruits.

Be loyal, work hard, and play fair. Be proud of your Cadet Corps.

Your Commanding Officer, staff members and peers will in turn provide their support to you as you seek and accept greater challenges.

THERE IS NO COST TO JOIN.

*UNIFORMS ARE SUPPLIED.

AN APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP MUST BE FULLY COMPLETED AND HANDED IN.

AN INSPECTION OF PROPERTY FORM MUST BE READ AND SIGNED BY BOTH THE PARENT AND CADET AND HANDED IN.

A PHOTOCOPY OF THE FOLLOWING ARE ALSO REQUIRED:

BIRTH CERTIFICATE
ALBERTA HOSPITAL INSURANCE CARD
COPIES OF ANY AWARDS ACHIEVED
(first aid, hunter training, etc.)

*After parading for three weeks your child will be outfitted for a uniform. Cadets will be required to purchase a name tag conforming to military standards, as it is a part of the required uniform. Also Parade Gloss Boot Polish would be asset.

To Cadets, Parents / Guardians:

When a Cadet joins the corps he/she should have a good understanding of the program content, and its opportunities. To be a successful cadet it takes hard work and self-discipline.

There may be times when they question why they joined cadets and whether they should remain in the corps or quit. Perhaps they may think that something else is more "fun" or less structured. These are questions that can only be answered when they arise.
Our officers and other other Cadets are certainly willing to talk these and other questions over at any time. More than likely senior cadets in the corps have had those same thoughts when they first started in Cadets.

As a Cadet progresses within the corps program they are able to attend outings, citizenship tours, training exercises, mess dinners, Cadet socials, and summer camps
in this and other provinces, they may even have the opportunity to participate in foreign exchange programs, or attend university on a full scholarship.

All that is expected of our Cadets is hard work and dedication to the program. In addition to broadening their level of knowledge, they will meet and work with cadets from different backgrounds and cultures. The experiences, as well as the friends they will meet will stay with them throughout their life and serve them well in whatever career they choose.