Marksmanship
Marksmanship Team
Cadet marksmanship teaches cadets the proper use and safe handling of Air Rifle which was created specifically for the Canadian Cadet Movement.
Because of the low muzzle velocity, the Daisy 853C Air Rifle is not classified as a firearm under federal gun legislation. Our training always teaches to the higher standard, so even though the 853c is not a firearm we treat it as such. Safety precautions are essential to ensure everyone’s safety on the range.
Every time a cadet picks up a rifle or steps on a range, they must have safety in mind and check to ensure the rifle is safe (an individual safety precaution check when receiving, handing over, or returning to a rifle). Even when a rifle is presumably safe, it is to be checked again. A qualified Canadian Forces Range Safety Officer runs the range to a standard that is at least equal to the civilian standard, but in most cases exceeds it. Throughout the year, cadets participate in a series of competitions at the local level that culminate in zone and territorial/provincial competitions and the annual National Cadet Marksmanship Championship. Also, marksmanship activities are present at all the various cadet summer training centres and some courses are aimed specifically towards this program.
For more information regarding the Marksmanship Program here.
If you are interested in the Marksmanship Team or require any further information contact the Marksmanship Coach.
Marksmanship Qualification Badges
Marksman
2 groupings of 5 pellets
between 2.6 to 3 cm
First Class
2 groupings of 5 pellets
between 2.1 to 2.5 cm
Expert
2 groupings of 5 pellets
between 1.6 to 2 cm
Distinguished
2 groupings of 5 pellets
within 1.5 cms or below
- Centred on the left sleeve with the bottom of the badge positioned immediately above the top of the cuff.
- Only the badge for the highest level attained shall be worn.
Marksmanship Championship Series Pins
Zone - Bronze
Participate in the Zone Championship under the Canadian Cadet Movement Marksmanship Championship Series.
Provincial - Silver
Participate in the Provincial Championship under the Canadian Cadet Movement Marksmanship Championship Series.
National - Gold
Participate in the National Championship under the Canadian Cadet Movement Marksmanship Championship Series.
Clément Tremblay and Vamplew Award
Awarded to the Top Marksman at the National Marksmanship Championship. The top cadet in the junior category receives the Clément Tremblay Award and the top cadet in the open category receives the Vamplew Award.
Pin placement:
- The Zone, Provincial or National Championship Pin awarded under the Canadian Cadet Movement Marksmanship Championship Series shall be worn centered on the left breast pocket, equidistant between the lower seam and the lower edge of the Tunic pocket flap
- The Clément Tremblay and Vamplew Award pins replace other Marksmanship Championship Pins.
- Only one Marksmanship Championship Series Pin is permitted on the uniform indicating the highest level attained by the cadet