Royal Canadian Air Cadets (RCAirC) is a Canadian national youth program for persons aged 12 to 18. It is administered by the Canadian Forces (CF) and funded through the Department of National Defence (DND) with additional support from the civilian Air Cadet League of Canada (ACL).^[1] The first squadrons were established in 1941 to train young men for duties during World War II.^[2][3] The purpose has since changed to focus on citizenship, leadership, physical fitness, and general aviation — stimulating an interest in the activities of the Canadian Forces. In recent years there are approximately 26,000 Air Cadets in Canada.^[4] Together with the Royal Canadian Sea Cadets and Royal Canadian Army Cadets, it forms the "largest federally-funded youth program in the country".^[5] Due to the gliding and flying scholarships offered to air cadets, one in five private pilots in Canada is an ex-air cadet and 67% of commercial and airline pilots began as air cadets.^[6] A motto (from Italian) is a phrase or a short list of words meant formally to describe the general motivation or intention of an entity, social group, or organization. ... The date of establishment or date of founding of an institution is the date on which that institution chooses to claim as its starting point. ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... An official language is a language that is given a unique legal status in the countries, states, and other territories. ... A website (alternatively, Web site or web site) is a collection of Web pages, images, videos and other digital assets that is hosted on one or several Web server(s), usually accessible via the Internet, cell phone or a LAN. A Web page is a document, typically written in HTML... The Canadian Forces (French: Forces canadiennes), abbreviated as CF (French: FC), are the unified armed forces of Canada. ... The Department of National Defence, frequently referred to by its acronym DND, is the department within the government of Canada with responsibility for Canadas military, the Canadian Armed Forces. ... The Air Cadet League of Canada is a volunteer organization that provides financial support and oversight to the Royal Canadian Air Cadets. ... Combatants Allied powers: China France Great Britain Soviet Union United States and others Axis powers: Germany Italy Japan and others Commanders Chiang Kai-shek Charles de Gaulle Winston Churchill Joseph Stalin Franklin Roosevelt Adolf Hitler Benito Mussolini Hideki Tōjō Casualties Military dead: 17,000,000 Civilian dead: 33,000... Royal Canadian Sea Cadets badge. ... Royal Canadian Army Cadets Badge Royal Canadian Army Cadets (RCAC) is a Canadian national youth program sponsored by the Canadian Forces and the civilian Army Cadet League of Canada. ...

Overview

The aim of Royal Canadian Air Cadets is to: develop in youth the attributes of good citizenship and leadership; promote physical fitness; and stimulate the interest of youth in the sea, land, and air activities of the Canadian Forces. The RCAirC shares this aim with the Sea and Army Cadets; however, each focuses on its own parent element.^[7] The Air Cadet motto is "To learn. To serve. To advance."^[2] The Canadian Forces (French: Forces canadiennes), abbreviated as CF (French: FC), are the unified armed forces of Canada. ...

Boys and girls aged 12 to 18 may join the RCAirC. The organization and rank system of the former Royal Canadian Air Force is used. Cadets are not members of the Canadian Forces and cadets have no power of command over any CF member. Adult leadership is provided by officers of the Canadian Forces Cadet Instructor Cadre, supplemented by contracted Civilian Instructors, authorized adult volunteers, and on occasion, officers and non-commissioned members of other CF branches. Cadet Instructors Cadre (CIC) members are specially trained to deliver the Royal Canadian Sea, Army, and Air Cadet Program, and are drawn from all walks of life: former cadets, former long-service Regular and Reserve CF members, and the parents of long-time cadets are amongst those attracted to enroll in the Canadian Forces as members of the CIC.^[8] The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) was the air force of Canada from 1924 until 1968 when the three branches of the Canadian military were merged into the Canadian Forces. ... The Badge of the Cadet Instructor Cadre The Cadet Instructors Cadre (French: Cadre des instructeurs de cadets) is a sub-component of the Canadian Forces (CF) Reserve. ...

Along with the Royal Canadian Sea Cadets and Royal Canadian Army Cadets, the RCAirC forms part of the Canadian Cadet Organization. Though the RCAirC, and the other cadet programs, have a close relationship with the CF, cadets are not members of the Forces, and are not expected or required to join the Canadian Forces.^[9] In keeping with Commonwealth custom, the Royal Canadian Air Cadets stand last in the order of precedence, after the Royal Canadian Sea and Army Cadets. The Commonwealth of Nations as of 2006 Headquarters Marlborough House, London, UK Official languages English Membership 53 sovereign states Leaders  -  Queen Elizabeth II  -  Secretary-General Don McKinnon (since 1 April 2000) Establishment  -  Balfour Declaration 18 November 1926   -  Statute of Westminster 11 December 1931   -  London Declaration 28 April 1949  Area  -  Total... An order of precedence is a sequential hierarchy of nominal importance of people; it is used by many organizations and governments. ...

History

The Air Cadet Organization originated in the early days of World War II when the war effort required young men to meet Canada's military obligations. In 1940, Air Minister Power directed that a nation-wide voluntary organization be formed to sponsor and develop a select group of young men who would be trained to meet the increasing need for operational pilots in the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) during World War Two.^[10] Prior to 1940, Air Cadet squadrons did not exist and were in fact Army Cadet Corps that were affiliated with RCAF Air Reserve squadrons. On Nov. 11, 1940, an Order-in-Council was passed to establish the Air Cadet League of Canada to work in partnership with the RCAF. The first squadrons were organized in 1941 and by 1942 there were 135 squadrons and 10,000 cadets, mostly recruited from the Army Cadets. In the next year, by 1943, there were 315 squadrons with a membership of 23,000. In 1944, the program reached its peak membership with 29,000 cadets in 374 squadrons.^[10] The Air Ministry was formerly a department of the United Kingdom Government, established in 1918 with the responsibility of managing the affairs of the (then newly formed) Royal Air Force. ... The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) was the air force of Canada from 1924 until 1968 when the three branches of the Canadian military were merged into the Canadian Forces. ... The Air Cadet League of Canada is a volunteer organization that provides financial support and oversight to the Royal Canadian Air Cadets. ...

After the war, membership dropped to a low of 11,000 in 155 squadrons and the Air Cadet program underwent a transformation to reflect the changing needs of Canada and the cadets. The Air Cadet League introduced awards for proficiency and loyalty to the squadrons, summer courses were offered at RCAF stations, and a flying scholarship course was developed.^[11] To date, more than 15,000 cadets have received their private pilot licence through this scholarship course.^[11] Training shifted to be focused on the development of citizenship and an interest in aviation.^[11] Interest was renewed; by 1961, 332 squadrons were in existence and in 1972, authority was given for membership of up to 28,000 cadets.^[11]

With the unification of the Royal Canadian Navy,the Canadian Army and the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1968, the Canadian Forces became the Air Cadet League's military partner in the delivery of air cadet training.^[12] In 1975, legislation was changed to officially allow females to participate in the Royal Canadian Sea, Army and Air Cadets.^[3] The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) was the air force of Canada from 1924 until 1968 when the three branches of the Canadian military were merged into the Canadian Forces. ... For history after 1968, see Canadian Forces Maritime Command The Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) was the navy of Canada from 1911 until 1968 when the three Canadian armed services were unified to form the Canadian Forces. ... Canadian Forces Land Force Command (LF) is responsible for army operations within the Canadian Armed Forces. ... The Canadian Forces (French: Forces canadiennes), abbreviated as CF (French: FC), are the unified armed forces of Canada. ...

Today, the Royal Canadian Air Cadets has a membership of approximately 26,000 in 450 squadrons; and together with the Royal Canadian Sea Cadets and Royal Canadian Army Cadets, forms the "largest federally-funded youth program in the country".^[4][5] The membership has also diversified, becoming gender balanced and attracting and retaining visible minorities.^[13]

Funding and military partnership

The RCAirC, along with the Royal Canadian Sea and Army Cadets, is sponsored by the CF/DND and the civilian Air Cadet League, along with the Navy League and Army Cadet League.^[1] Each cadet unit is supported by a local sponsoring committee or League branch, responsible to the National League.^[14] The basic Air Cadet program is free, including uniforms and activities. The local civilian sponsors must raise money to provide accommodation, liability insurance, and additional training aids not provided by the CF/DND. Cadets and their parents are encouraged to participate in fund-raising activities.^[7]

Local training

An Air Cadet squadron marching.

Each squadron trains one night per week — a "parade night" — covering the local training program. These activities are prescribed by the national Director of Cadets and outlined in course training plans distributed to each squadron.^[15] During the first four years in the cadet program, a cadet attends classes covering a range of topics including citizenship, leadership, survival training, instructional techniques, and a large number of aviation topics.^[16] In the fifth and subsequent years, cadets will generally be assigned to instruct these classes to the younger cadets. This weekly training begins in September and continues until June, and is offered in about 450 air cadet squadrons located in every province and territory in Canada. Image File history File links No higher resolution available. ... Image File history File links No higher resolution available. ... The word leadership can refer to: The process of leading. ... Survival skills are skills that may help one to survive dangerous situations (such as storms or earthquakes), or in dangerous places (such as the desert, the mountains, and the jungle). ... Regions Political culture Foreign relations Other countriesAtlas  Politics Portal      Canada is a federation which consists of ten provinces that, with three territories, make up the worlds second largest country in total area. ...

In addition to the mandatory weekly training, there are additional regularly scheduled activities that cadets can participate in at their local squadrons. These include band, range, biathlon, military drill practice, first aid training and competitions,^[17] and ground school instruction in preparation for gliding and flying scholarship courses. Military Band marching A military band is a group of soldiers assigned to musical duties. ... Several biathletes in the shooting area of a competition Biathlon (not to be confused with duathlon) is a term used to describe any sporting event made up of two disciplines. ... A Pershing Rifleman practicing an exhibition drill routine in Fort Monroe, VA. A drill team that is affiliated with the military will sometimes perform exhibition drill. ... First aid is a series of simple, life-saving medical techniques that a non-doctor or layman can be trained to perform. ... A modern glider crossing the finish line of a competition at high speed. ... Pilot licensing in Canada is governed by Transport Canada in accordance with the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs). ...

Throughout the year there are also several extra exercises organized by the local squadrons. Survival exercises, participation in Remembrance Day ceremonies, and familiarization flights are all common activities. Cadet squadrons also participate in community events such as parades and free concerts.^[18][19] Survival skills are skills that may help one to survive dangerous situations (such as storms or earthquakes), or in dangerous places (such as the desert, the mountains, and the jungle). ... Wreaths of artificial poppies used as a symbol of remembrance Remembrance Day (United Kingdom, Australia, Canada), also known as Poppy Day (South Africa and Malta), and Armistice Day (United States, New Zealand, France, and many other Commonwealth countries; and the original name of the day internationally) is a day to...

Ranks

A new person joining the Air Cadet program holds the rank of "Air Cadet" (AC). Appointment (or promotion) to higher ranks occurs after the cadet has met certain nationally prescribed standards and possibly additional standards prescribed by the local squadron.^[20]

Responsibilities are given to cadets upon reaching corporal, the first NCO rank, generally as assistants to a more senior cadet — often as second-in-command of a flight (a small, organizational group of cadets). In September 2007, the rank of "Flight Corporal" will be introduced which will incorporate the same insignia of a Flight Sergeant except with two cheverons only.^[21] The additional rank brings the rank progression for sea, army, and air cadets into line. Sergeants are responsible for most of the day-to-day activities of the squadron. Flight Sergeants supervise the Sergeants, or use them as assistants. Each flight is usually lead by a Flight Sergeant; often Sergeants take this role. Warrant Officers handle administrative, working closely with the officer staff of the squadron, assisting with administration, logistical, leadership, and training work, though, in smaller squadrons, these roles will also be filled by more junior cadets.

The official phrasing for the ranks uses the word "Cadet" as a preface — as an example, Cadet Corporal. However, custom omits "Cadet" in casual reference.^[2] Thus, Corporal is the usual wording. Generally, where there is a need to distinguish between cadets and Canadian Forces members, ranks will be written or spoken as Cadet Corporal and abbreviated as C/Cpl.

While it is customary within the organization to refer to a cadet receiving a rank as being "promoted," the official documentation (Queens Rules and Regulations (Cadets) and CATO) vary: the senior document describing progression as an "appointment", the other describing progression as "promotion".

This chart displays the rank structure of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets.

Ranks of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets - Junior Cadets

Air Cadet - Recrue	Leading Air Cadet - Cadet de l'Air 1ière classe	Corporal - Caporal
No prerequisites for this rank, except a minimum age of 12 years; No rank badges worn.	For promotion to Leading Air Cadet (LAC) a cadet must: Worn on the upper arms Actively participate in the proficiency level 1 of the LHQ training programme for a period of five months;	For promotion to Corporal (Cpl) a cadet must: Worn on the upper arms successfully complete proficiency level 1 of the LHQ training programme;

Ranks of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets - Non-Commissioned Officers

Flight Corporal - Caporal de Section	Sergeant - Sergent	Flight Sergeant - Sergent de Section
For promotion to Flight Corporal (FCpl), a cadet must: Worn on the upper arms complete at least six months satisfactory service at the substantive rank of Cpl; successfully complete proficiency level 2 of the LHQ training programme; and preferably have successfully completed a Familiarization Summer Course;	For promotion to Sgt (Sgt), a cadet must: Worn on the upper arms complete at least six months satisfactory service at the substantive rank of FCpl; successfully complete proficiency level 3 of the LHQ training programme; and preferably have successfully completed an Introductory Specialty Summer Course;	For promotion to Flight Sergeant (FSgt), a cadet must: Worn on the upper arms complete at least six months satisfactory service at the substantive rank of Sgt; successfully complete proficiency level 4 of the LHQ training programme; and preferably have successfully completed an Advanced Specialty Summer Course;

Ranks of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets - Senior Non-Commissioned Officers

Warrant Officer 2nd Class - Adjudant 2ième classe

Warrant Officer 1st Class - Adjudant 1ière classe

For promotion to Warrant Officer Second Class (WO2), a cadet must: Worn on the lower sleeve complete at least six months satisfactory service at the substantive rank of FSgt; and preferably have successfully completed an Advanced Specialty Summer Course;

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Music Appointments

Cadet bands are led by cadets holding the appointment of drum major or, in the case of pipe and drum bands, a pipe major assisted by a drum major. The appointments are made at the discretion of the Squadron Commanding Officer often with the recommendations of the Band and Training Officers. Unlike other cadet appointments, there is no rank or training prerequisites for drum major or pipe major.

Music Appointments

Drum Major	Pipe Major
Drum Major Badge Appointed at the discretion of the Squadron Commanding Officer; Is independent of rank; No music or squadron training prerequisite for this position; Badge is removed when cadet no longer fills the appointment; Worn on mid-upper sleeve for Warrant Officers and lower sleeve for all other ranks	Pipe Major Badge Appointed at the discretion of the Squadron Commanding Officer; Is independent of rank; No music or squadron training prerequisite for this position; Badge is removed when cadet no longer fills the appointment; Worn on mid-upper sleeve for Warrant Officers and lower sleeve for all other ranks

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Training levels

Air Cadets are challenged to qualify to five training levels. Each level is generally completed in the ten month training period September to June. With the approval of the commanding officer, cadets 14 years of age and older may complete levels 1 and 2 in a single training year. Successfully meeting the required standard is rewarded with the appropriate level qualification badge. In Level Four cadets learn how to instruct so that when they reach Level Five, they are ready to teach other cadets the course of instruction. This chart displays the level structure of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets.

Levels of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets - Junior Cadets

Level One	Level Two	Level Three
To achieve Level One a cadet must: Worn on the lower left arm Satisfactorily complete the first year of training sylabus	To achieve Level Two a cadet must: Worn on the lower left arm Satisfactorily complete the second year training sylabus	To achieve Level Three a cadet must: Worn on the lower left arm Satisfactorily complete the third year training sylabus

Levels of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets - Senior Cadets

Level Four	Level Five	Onwards
To achieve Level Four a cadet must: Worn on the lower left arm Satisfactorily complete the fourth year training sylabus	To achieve Level Five a cadet must: Worn on the lower left arm Satisfactorily complete the fifth year training sylabus	There are no further badges beyond Level Five. Worn on the lower left arm Cadets who have completed Level Five are often assigned responsibilities to help administer the squadron including assisting in clothing stores, squadron administration, training coordination and instruction

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Summer training

Over 10,000 Air Cadets take part in summer training, delivered at summer training centres across the country. The courses offered are divided into familiarization, introductory specialty, and advanced specialty courses.

Introductory courses

The Basic Air Cadet course cadets attend classes in citizenship, aviation and military drill. They also do a variety of sports and participate in citizenship tours. Their training is meant to supplement the training received during the first year as a cadet.^[22] Two other introductory courses are Cadet Musician - Basic and Pipes and Drums - Basic. A Pershing Rifleman practicing an exhibition drill routine in Fort Monroe, VA. A drill team that is affiliated with the military will sometimes perform exhibition drill. ...

Introductory specialty courses

The introductory specialty courses deliver training directed more specifically towards certain specialties. The Introduction to Instruction course prepares cadets for senior teaching roles within their home squadron. The Introduction to Leadership course prepares cadets for junior leadership roles within their home squadron.^[23] The Introduction to Survival course introduces cadets to basic survival skills through instruction and situational training.^[23] Introduction to Aviation expands on the aviation subjects that cadets are taught at the Squadron during the winter. It covers both the theoretical and practical aspects of flight. Introduction to Physical Education & Recreational Training develops attributes of sportsmanship and teamwork needed for assisting in the delivery of physical fitness programs at their home squadron.^[23] The Introduction to Aerospace course is designed to instruct cadets on the development of space this includes many aspects such as the scientific aspects, technical aspects, and human aspects as well as space exploration. The Introduction to Rifle Coaching course has two objectives, the first being to advance marksmanship skills and the second to teach how to coach fellow cadets during range activities in their local squadron. Cadets are given knowledge and practical experience in instructional techniques at the Introduction to Instruction course. One other introductory specialty course is Cadet Musician.

Advanced specialty courses

Air Cadet Glider Wings

Cadets may receive their glider pilot licence through a Gliding Scholarship course offered by the Air Cadet program. In Canada, the majority of glider pilots licenses are earned by Royal Canadian Air Cadets.^[24] Cadets must be 16 to hold a Glider Pilot Licence. Image File history File links RCAirC_Glider_Wings. ... Image File history File links RCAirC_Glider_Wings. ...

Air Cadet Power Wings

Additionally, 250 air cadets earn their Transport Canada Private Pilot Licence through the Air Cadet Flying Scholarship program each year. This scholarship is available to cadets aged 17 to 18. Cadets are selected for this scholarship based on their cadet performance, academic performance, a written examination, a letter of interest, and an interview. The Senior Leaders Course (commonly abbreviated SLC) teaches senior cadets how take a senior leadership role at their squadron or as staff at a summer training centre. The Survival Instructor Course gives cadets further training in wilderness survival techniques and instruction. The Athletic Instructor course teaches cadets instruction and leadership in the domain of physical training. Other advanced specialty courses are Airport Operations, Technical Training, Service Band, Pipes and Drums, and the International Air Cadet Exchange. One course no longer offered is the Air Traffic Control course. Image File history File links RCAirC_Power_Wings. ... Image File history File links RCAirC_Power_Wings. ... Each summer, hundreds of cadets from twenty nations broaden their understanding of aviation and different cultures through the International Air Cadet Exchange (IACE). ...

After successfully completing a summer course, cadets are presented with a qualification badge to place on their uniform. The various badges may be viewed on the Cadets.ca website.^[25]

Summer training centres (CSTCs)

Sunset at Penhold Air Cadet Summer Training Centre

The cadet summer training centres (CSTC) of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets are distributed across Canada, often co-located with a Canadian Forces base. CFB Greenwood was opened in 1951.^[26] In 1966, Penhold Air Cadet Summer Training Centre was opened at Penhold, Alberta.^[27] A summer training centre in Albert Head, British Columbia was established in 1995.^[28] Other summer training centres are at CFB Bagotville, Blackdown (at CFB Borden, Ontario), CSTC Cold Lake (Alberta), CSTC Connaught in Ontario, Sea Cadet Summer Training Centre (SCSTC) Acadia in Nova Scotia, SCSTC Ontario, SCSTC Quadra, SCSTC Quebec, CSTC Trenton, CSTC Valcartier, and CSTC Whitehorse in the Yukon. Most summer training centres host a mix of Air, Army, and Sea Cadets during the summers. There are five regional gliding schools dedicated to the training of cadets receiving the gliding scholarship course.^[29] They are located in Nova Scotia, Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba, and British Columbia.^[29]
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Flying

The Schweizer SGS 2-33 (2-33A), used for training in the Air Cadet Gliding Program

Throughout the spring and fall approximately 22,000 air cadets participate in familiarization gliding at regional gliding centres located across the country.^[30] Each summer, 320 cadets earn a Transport Canada Glider Pilot Licence through the Air Cadet Gliding Scholarship and 250 more earn a Private Pilot licence.^[31][32] The Air Cadet Gliding Program conducts approximately 60,000 glider flights annually in Schweizer SGS 2-33 and 2-33A gliders.^[33][33] The aircraft fleet used by gliding program is owned by the Air Cadet League of Canada. The fleet, consisting of more than 100 gliders and tow planes is maintained by the Canadian Forces under a memorandum of understanding. Canadian Forces pilots and Civilian Instructors operate the fleet to train cadets.^[6] Image File history File linksMetadata Download high-resolution version (599x831, 240 KB) File links The following pages on the English Wikipedia link to this file (pages on other projects are not listed): Royal Canadian Air Cadets Regional Gliding School (Prairie) Schweizer SGS 2-33 User:Quadra/Royal Canadian Air Cadets... Image File history File linksMetadata Download high-resolution version (599x831, 240 KB) File links The following pages on the English Wikipedia link to this file (pages on other projects are not listed): Royal Canadian Air Cadets Regional Gliding School (Prairie) Schweizer SGS 2-33 User:Quadra/Royal Canadian Air Cadets... The Schweizer SGS 2-33: used for training in the Air Cadet Gliding Program. ... Snapshot of Air Cadet Gliding Program Operations at a summer Regional Gliding School. ... A modern glider crossing the finish line of a competition at high speed. ... Transport Canada is the department within the government of Canada which is responsible for developing regulations, policies and services of transportation in Canada. ... Snapshot of Air Cadet Gliding Program Operations at a summer Regional Gliding School. ... The Schweizer SGS 2-33: used for training in the Air Cadet Gliding Program. ...

Honorary appointments

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Symbols

Flags

Royal Canadian Air Cadet Banner

The RCAC Banner is flown only on important ceremonial occasions to indicate the presence of a formed body of cadets, and, at the end of useful life, is deposited, after the manner of colours, in some suitable location. Currently, the banner is paraded only during the Senior Leadership Course graduation parade in August of each year. The Banner was presented in 1991 at the Senior Leadership School at CFB Cold Lake, and is paraded at the Senior Leaders Course graduation parade each summer
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Royal Canadian Air Cadet Ensign

The RCAirC Ensign is flown at the Squadron, often as part of a flag party, and is always flown from a mast or pole at RCAirC summer training centres.
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Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron Banner

The Squadron Banner is flown by specific squadrons as their unit identifier; the squadron's name and number are embroidered in place of "Squadron Banner" and "000."
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In some squadrons, the Ensign and Squadron Banner are carried by a flag party with the Canadian flag (see image in the Local training section above), despite Canadian Forces custom being for one- or two-flag parties only. A flag party carrying 2 flags (consisting of 5 people) will have 2 escorts positioned behind the flags usually with deactivated Lee Enfield rifles.^{[citation needed]} A flag party only carrying 1 flag (consisting of 3 pople) usually carries no rifles.^{[citation needed]} Royal Canadian Air Cadets (RCAirC) is a Canadian national youth program for persons aged 12 to 18. ...

Badge

The emblem (seen at the head of the page) consists of a circle surrounded by a wreath of maple leaves, superimposed with a flying eagle, the head to the sinister (left). The whole is crowned by the Royal crown — fashioned as a St. Edward's Crown — to symbolise the Canadian Monarch as the Cadets' source of authority. This all rests on a scroll displaying the words "Royal Canadian Air Cadets/Cadets de l'aviation royale du Canada". It is worn as a brass badge on the left side of the wedge cap and other formal headdress, and as an embroidered patch on the all-weather jacket. Distribution Species See List of Acer species Maples are trees or shrubs in the genus Acer. ... Genera Several, see below. ... Sinister means left or to the left, and is a heraldry term referring to the left of the bearer of the arms, and to the right by the viewers eyes. ... St. ... This article is about the monarchy of Canada, one of sixteen that share a common monarch; for information about this constitutional relationship, see Commonwealth realm; for information on the reigning monarch, see Elizabeth II. For information about other Commonwealth realm monarchies, as well as other relevant articles, see Commonwealth realm... Gen. ...

Notable Former Air Cadets

• Chris Hadfield, Astronaut
• Marc Garneau, Astronaut
• Joe Clark, former Prime Minister
• Rick Mercer, Actor and comedian
• The Honourable Brian Tobin, Former premier of Newfoundland & Labrador^[35]

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See also

• List of Air Cadet Squadrons in Canada
• Civil Air Patrol
• JROTC
• Department of National Defence (Canada)
• Cadets Canada

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References

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External links

• Canadian Cadet Organization
• Air Cadet League of Canada