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205 Collishaw Squadron

The Air Cadet Program offers youth aged 12-18 opportunities to learn, grow, and challenge themselves. Our mission is to develop strong citizenship and leadership skills, promote physical fitness, and inspire a lifelong interest in aviation. Through mentorship, community service, skill development, and teamwork, cadets gain confidence, discipline, and a sense of purpose shaping tomorrow’s leaders today. Our Motto: “To Learn. To Serve. To Advance”.

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News and Announcements

News and announcements from 205 Squadron may change. Please check regularly for the latest updates. For the official details and communications regarding the activities and events listed below, refer to the Monthly Routine Orders (MRO) available in Cadet365.

  • SEP 3 ADMIN NIGHT 2026 – RETURNING CADETS ONLY

    RETURNING CADETS AND THEIR PARENTS are required to attend on Sep 3 from 1800–2030 hrs, to complete re-registration paperwork. IF A RETURNING CADET IS UNABLE TO ATTEND IN PERSON, they must email the squadron at (205air@cadets.gc.ca) no later than 2100 hrs on Sep 3 to confirm their intention to return and retain their place.

  • SEP 10 ADMIN NIGHT 2026 – NEW CADETS (INVITATION ONLY)

    NO OPEN DROP-IN REGISTRATION FOR NEW CADETS ON SEP 10. We first need to CONFIRM OUR RETURNING CADET NUMBERS AFTER SEP 3rd to see if any spots are available. The CO will contact those who are waitlisted or already registered to let them know if spots are available.

  • SEP 26 BURGER & BEVERAGE FUNDRAISER (RSVP for tickets here)

    Join us for a great evening of food, fun, and fundraising! $30 ticket (Burger & Beverage) time 6-9pm Royal Canadian Legion Branch #256, 1630 E. Wellington Rd. 50/50 Draw, Silent Auction, and Door Prizes. Tickets can also be purchased on Thursday Parade Night at the Armoury. We are accepting donations for the silent auction so if you or someone you know can donate items, contact using the (RSVP for tickets link above) to express your willingness to donate. All donations can be dropped off on Thursday Parade Night.

  • BC AIR CADET CAR LOTTERY! (Order tickets for the BCPC Car Lottery here)

    Enter the BC Air Cadet Car Lottery for just $20 per ticket for your chance to win a 2026 Honda Civic LX in Silver (automatic) or $30,000 cash, with the draw taking place on December 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM, and be sure to select “205” under “Who Do You Support?” to support 205 Collishaw Squadron Air Cadets.

  • OCT 1 CO's PARADE

    Parents and Guardians are invited to come back at view the CO’s parade. Refer to Monthly Routine Orders (MRO) in Cadet365 for details.

  • OCT 10-11 TAG DAYS (contact Administration Officer here)

    Tag Days is one of our MAJOR fundraisers, helping support activities and equipment not funded by Cadets Canada including familiarization flying, mess dinners, band and biathlon equipment, insurance, and more. We need all screened parents to take at least 1–2 shifts, along with cadets in uniform. Cadets will be supervised while collecting donations outside local businesses. Every shift and every donation make a difference! Please sign up and help support our cadets!

  • RAFFLE TICKET KICKOFF! (contact Support Desk here)

    Raffle tickets are $5 each, with prizes of $1,000, $500, and $250, and the draw will take place on December 17. Cadet parents/guardians are asked to pick up a booklet of 10 tickets from the Support Desk AFTER TAG DAY ON OCTOBER 10 to sell to family and friends. All ticket stubs, money, and UNSOLD TICKETS MUST BE RETURNED BY DECEMBER 10. Thank you for supporting our cadets and their upcoming activities and programs!

  • OCT 22 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (AGM) - SQUADRON SPONSORING COMMITTEE (SSC)

    The AGM is open to all parents and guardians who are members of the 205 Collishaw Sponsoring Committee Society. All parents are welcome and encouraged to attend, learn more about the SSC, and consider volunteering. The SSC supports 205 Collishaw Squadron by strengthening communication, engagement, and collaboration between staff, cadets, and families.

  • JAN 21 FREEZE FRAME 2026-27 (contact the Support Desk to place your order here)

    Professional cadet photos for $20. Order is one single portrait of your cadet along with a group portrait of the cadets Level 1-5. Uniform: Ceremonial Dress C1A Blues with Whites (if applicable) and medals. Please note: Individual portraits will only be taken for cadets who have prepaid through the Support Desk. Payment deadline Jan 14th.

808 Wing Events

You can also support our cadets by participating in upcoming 808 (Thunderbird) Wing events. As the squadron’s primary sponsor, 808 Wing generously provides the use of our Local Headquarters (LHQ) building and plays a crucial role in the success of our program.

  • SEP 11 DART & CRIBBAGE NIGHT at 808 WING

    Every second Friday of the month, 7–10 PM. Cost: $5. Snacks available. Bring a friend or two! Mexican Train also available.

  • SEP 20 PANCAKE BREAKFAST at 808 WING (link)

    Drop by anytime between (9:00am to 11:30am) 719 Nanaimo Lakes Rd follow Pancake Breakfast signs to 808 Wing Lounge at the back to enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast while supporting 205 Collishaw Air Cadets Squadron and 808 Thunderbird Wing. Selected cadets will be volunteering their time to serve guests and help with clean-up come out and show your support for these dedicated youth! Bring your family and friends we can’t wait to see you there!

  • SEP 26 TGIS LUNCHEON at 808 WING (Link)

    Thank goodness It's Saturday is more than just a meal it’s a chance to connect, catch up, and enjoy a Saturday among friends from 11:30-13:00 for just $9 per person.

Parade night

  • Regular Parade Nights are Thursdays: 18:00 – 21:20 hrs (September to June) and include parade practice and 3 periods of training for cadets.
  • Commanding Officer’s (CO’s) Parade: are the first Thursday of every month 18:15hrs seating – 18:30hrs start (October to June) includes band and flag party presentations, uniform review, promotions and awards, and squadron events and announcements. Parents/Guardians and family are welcome to attend!
  • Parade location: Brigadier D. R. Sargent Armoury Building 719 Nanaimo Lakes Road, Nanaimo B.C.  

This is not an official website of the Department of National Defence, the Canadian Armed Forces, the Canadian Cadet Organization, or the Air Cadet League of Canada. This website is independently operated to provide general information and resources for prospective and current Cadets, Parents/Guardians, staff, and members of the Squadron Sponsoring Committee of 205 Collishaw Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron. The information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered an official communication from the Department of National Defence, the Canadian Armed Forces, the Canadian Cadet Organization, or the Air Cadet League of Canada.

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We respectfully acknowledge that we live, work, and play on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Snuneymuxw First Nation of the Coast Salish Peoples, who have maintained a relationship with this land since time immemorial.