611 Harvard Squadron parades every Tuesday evening 18:30-21:00 hours (6:30pm - 9:00pm) for training during the school year, with exception to school closures (holidays, inclement weather, educational professional activity days).  In the event of poor weather, the parade night may be cancelled.  Cadets will be notified by email sent to their squadron gmail account @611aircadets.com and / or contacted by phone from either an Officer or senior cadet prior to the start time of the evening parade.  Please check your emails or contact a senior cadet prior to leaving if weather appears inclement.  Cadet training commences in September (after Labour Day) and ends in June the following year.   Cadets complete their training year with an Annual Cadet Review (ACR) ceremony.

All Cadets wear either the dress uniform or field training uniform issued by the Squadron in accordance with the cadet dress regulations.  Any cadet that either does not have issued uniform(s) or is unable to wear their uniform shall wear: black dress pants or skirt; white dress shirt or blouse; black shoes; and males wear a black tie. (If you do not have these clothing items any pant, shirt, and shoes that are appropriate, clean and do not have holes will do.) New Cadets are usually sized in the 3rd week of training. Only cadets that have completed the registration paperwork will be sized and subsequently issued uniforms.

A cadet is expected:

• to participate in training activities and follow regulations, orders and instructions; Attendance is expected to be in the order of 80% unless properly justified.
• to take good care of all items of clothing and equipment issued to them, to safeguard them and to return them when requested to do so. ;and
• to conduct themselves in a manner respectful of others.

A peer-led program, Cadets learn from senior cadets in leadership roles supported by members of the Cadet Instructors Cadre (CIC), officers who are specially trained to instruct and supervise youth. In some cases, civilian volunteers who possess special skills assist Instructors to help Cadets reach their potential.

Summer Training 2022 will not look like 2019, changes are being made to optimize the use of resources with the intent that more cadets from coast to coast to coast will be offered an equitable and enhanced summer training experience. Priority is always the safety of our cadets and staff which may require adaptations in response to the changing COVID environment.

• Force Generation Courses: training and education that prepares cadets to lead, or assist with leading, training activities and support operations at the local, zone, area, regional including staff cadets positions.
• Non-Force Generation Courses: training and education that provides opportunities for cadets to enhance their skills and competencies in specialized areas.
• Trial Courses: training and education conducted annually at regions and CTCs. Trial courses are updated on an ongoing basis, aligned to youth needs and interest, and offer a variety of learning opportunities, some with certifications and qualifications. Successful trials will be integrated into summer training offerings to replace out-of-date programming. 

Cadet Activity Programs (CAP)

CAP will be delivered locally for cadets in levels one and two. The programming will be managed by the Regional Commanding Officers, offering expanded opportunities for Cadets across Canada.

Cadet Training Centre (CTC) Training

Courses will be offered to cadets who have completed their third year of training, or higher, hosted at Cadet Training Centres. Courses range in length from 2-7-weeks and take place at CTC locations across the country.

Cadet Advisory Council (CAC)

Following the success of the CAC in 2021, an in-person opportunity will take place in 2022 and will be hosted by the Commander, Cadets and Junior Canadian Rangers, at two CTCs, over a six week training period. This group will provide the opportunity for the Commander and senior staff at the headquarters to engage directly with a group of senior cadets from across the country on a variety of cadet program related topics.

Staff Cadet Opportunities

Cadets sixteen and older may also apply for positions as staff cadets at either CAPs or CTCs in a variety of positions.

Intended CTC Locations

The 2022 planned CTCs are dispersed across the country, generally located within Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) facilities, which supports our flexible programming and meets our requirements for 2022 and beyond. This optimization of CTCs and the Summer Training Program will effectively offer more options, and more opportunities to participate in summer training than in the past.

Cadets may have the opportunity to travel for summer training opportunities located in different parts of Ontario or Canada. In addition, Cadets can apply to participate in the International Cadet Exchange program and travel to countries such as the United Kingdom, Australia, Singapore, France, Sweden, Turkey, Hong Kong, Belgium, Japan and the United States. Exchange Cadets are selected following an application, interview and cadet file review process based on their standards,  performance, fitness,  and involvement in squadron activities and community service.

As a cadet you are not a member of the Canadian Armed Forces, and you are not expected to join the military. While you are introduced to Sea, Army or Air activities of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and certain traditions, you are also introduced to many other career options outside of the CAF.  The Cadet Program is a great way to find out more about Canada, make friends and develop new skills that will be with you for life, no matter what career you choose.

Civilian Instructors work with the squadron staff, under the Commanding Officer's direction and are involved with authorized cadet activities. Complete the form below or contact the Commanding Officer directly by phone or email.

Officers of the Cadet Instructors Cadre (CIC) are members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Reserve working as part of the Cadet Organization Administration and Training Service (COATS).  The CIC consists of approximately 7,800 commissioned officers whose primary duty is the safety, supervision, administration and training of over 52,000 Cadets ages 12–18. 

CIC Officers serve in the sea, land or air elements, in more than 1,100 corps and squadrons across Canada. They receive specialized training to prepare them for their duties as youth leaders. Many of them are former graduates of the Cadet Program who wish to give back to their community. Others are former Regular Force members, interested parents or members of the community at large.  During the summer months, CIC officers also have the option to work full-time at any of the 22 Cadet Training Centres across Canada.

If you are interested in joining the squadron staff please complete the form below or contact the Commanding Officer directly by phone or email.

Civilian Volunteers can work with either the SSC or with the squadron staff, under the Commanding Officer's direction and are involved with authorized cadet activities in a non-supervising capacity. Complete the form below or contact the Commanding Officer directly by phone or email.