Teams
Our Teams Program touches almost every area of the cadet movement, band, biathlon, drill, effective speaking, and flag party, marksmanship. Toggle the headers below for more information.
Training publications are available on Cadet365. Log in and select SharePoint Site Directory from the top menu, then choose Publications. You can also scroll down to access the Training Hub.
The squadron band provides accompaniment for Commanding Officer’s parades and ceremonial events. The band is open to all cadets. Instruments that are owned by the squadron can be loaned out to cadets for the training year.
If you are interested in joining the band, please speak with the Sr. Band Cadet.
Biathlon is a unique summer sport that combines the endurance of running with the precision of marksmanship. Athletes push their physical limits through high-intensity aerobic effort while maintaining the focus and control required for accurate shooting. This demanding balance of strength, stamina, and mental discipline makes biathlon a true test of complete athletic performance.
For more information or questions, please contact the Biathlon Coach.
Drill Team is a dedicated group of cadets who train in precision drill movements for display and competition, representing their unit at regional and provincial drill competitions.
Drill Team is open to all Cadets; however, preference for team selection will be given to those who participate regularly. If you are interested in joining the drill team, please speak with the drill team leader.
Dress: Cadets are to wear their squadron t-shirt and parade boots. Please bring a water bottle.
For more information or questions, please contact the Training Officer.
Drill Manuals
The Effective Speaking program gives Air Cadets the opportunity to find their voice and build self-confidence through instruction, practice, and competition.
As part of the Air Cadet program, participants develop leadership, teamwork, self-discipline, self-confidence, and good citizenship. Through effective speaking, cadets gain skills that support success in many areas of life, including classroom presentations, job and admissions interviews, team leadership roles, and, for some, future involvement in public service.
For more information or questions, please contact the Effective Speaking Coach.
Air Cadet League of Canada Effective Speaking Resource.
Cadets in Level 3 or higher are invited to attend Aviation Ground School. Civilian dress is required. This program is highly recommended for cadets planning to apply for the Glider Pilot Training Course (GPTC) or Power Pilot Training Course (PPTC), either this year or in the future.
Topics Covered:
- Navigation
- Theory of Flight
- Meteorology
- Air Law
This is an excellent opportunity to build a strong foundation in aviation and gain essential knowledge for piloting.
For more information or questions, please contact the Ground School Instructor.
The Flag Party represents the pride, respect, and honour of the squadron during parades and special community events.
Members of the Flag Party practice one additional evening each week to develop precision, teamwork, and drill skills.
Cadets who are interested in joining are encouraged to speak with the Flag Party Commander.
The Nanaimo Amateur Radio Association offers an introductory course designed for beginners interested in radio and electronics. This course provides step-by-step instruction covering all the material required to successfully pass the Canadian Government’s Amateur Radio Basic Exam. No prior knowledge is required this course focuses specifically on what you need to know to pass the exam.
The course is open to all Cadets, Staff, and family members of cadets.
Dates and registration instructions for future courses will be announced on Cadet 365 Teams and the Monthly Routine Orders.
The Cadet Marksmanship Program is a challenging and competitive sport open to all cadets. It focuses on developing marksmanship skills through advanced training and structured competition. Cadets can compete at the local level, with opportunities to advance to provincial or territorial competitions and the annual National Cadet Marksmanship Championship.
For more information, please contact the Training Officer.
For more detailed information Marksmanship Classification Program.