1. Welcome to 756 Wild Goose Squadron – Recruit Night Lt
Welcome to 756 Wild Goose Squadron – Recruit Night Lt. Shaun Laverty, Administration Officer

2. A brief history of 756 Wild Goose Squadron
Outline
A brief history of 756 Wild Goose Squadron
What is the Air Cadet Program?
Regular Parade Nights
Mandatory Support Training
Optional Training
Summer Training
It’s a partnership
What does it cost
Next Steps
Questions
Contacting Us / More Information

3. The Squadron was formed in 1968 by local Georgetown residents.
756 Wild Goose Squadron
The Squadron was formed in 1968 by local Georgetown residents.
Primary Sponsor is Branch 120 Royal Canadian Legion.
Actively involved in the community for almost 50 years.
Paraded in the Old Armoury located on the Fairgrounds until the 80’s.
Was given the name “Wild Goose” in 2007.
Has a staff of four Canadian Forces officers (CIC) and four Civilian Volunteers.
Is a medium sized squadron of ~55-65 cadets, that provides a wide variety of activities through out the week.

4. What is the Cadet Program?
The largest Youth Program in Canada. Approximately 55,000 Cadets across Canada, with 25,000 Air Cadets alone.
Membership is open to all Canadian youth 12 to 18 years old.
Cadets are NOT part of the military, nor are they expected to join.
The three aims of the Program:
Develop good leadership and citizenship
Develop physical fitness
Foster an interest in the activities of the Canadian Armed Forces

5. What is the Cadet Program?
Saying YES to joining Air Cadets means saying yes to:
Lots of fun!
Tons of interesting activities!
Making new friendships!
Taking on new challenges
Learning to become a Leader
Opportunities that you cannot get in any other youth program!

6. All about Aviation and Aeronautics
Parade Nights
We meet on Monday evenings from 6:30 pm to 9:00 PM at the Col. J.R. Barber Armoury at 91 Todd Rd. in Georgetown Ontario.
Cadets will learn:
All about Aviation and Aeronautics
Canada’s role in significant historical events
The Royal Canadian Air Force
Sports, fitness, and team work
Drill and ceremonial

7. Mandatory Support Training
Some training takes place on weekends. This includes such activities as:
Field Training Exercises
Gliding days
Sports/Marksmanship Days
Additional training for senior cadets
Annual Ceremonial Review
Local opportunities for community service such as Remembrance Day Parades, Santa Claus Parade, etc…

8. Squadron Band Drill Team Flag Party Flying Scholarship
Optional Activities
Squadron Band
Drill Team
Flag Party
Flying Scholarship
Marksmanship Team
Advanced Engines
March Break Trip
Debate Team

9. Summer Training Opportunities
Summer Courses are available in:
Music Training
Sports and Fitness
Drill and Ceremonial
Marksmanship
Survival Skills
General Training course
Gliding and Power Pilot programs

10. The cadet program is a partnership!
Department of National Defense Responsibilities
Administering and running the Training Program
Providing Uniforms and training materials
Officer and Civilian Instructor Staff training
Air Cadet League Responsibilities
Local fundraising activities
Recruiting cadets, staff, and volunteers
Providing facilities and support as required

11. What does the program cost?
The Air Cadet Program is jointly funded by the Department of National Defence, in partnership with the civilian Air Cadet League of Canada (ACL).
There is an annual assessment fee of $50, payable to the ACL, with a charitable donation receipt.
The ACL requires local community support to meet obligations that include accommodations, training aids and equipment, and program enhancements not otherwise provided.
In addition there is a commitment to purchasing one book of lottery tickets ($50) to help support the gliding program. This is refundable by selling the tickets.

12. Meet some of our cadets

13. To enroll, complete the following forms:
Next Steps
To enroll, complete the following forms:
- CF-1158 Application for Membership Cadets
- Cadet Contact Information Form
- Cadet Code of Conduct
- 756 Electronic Media Communication Policy
- Sponsorship Committee Contact Information Form
These forms are available online in the "Enrolment" section of the web page: 
Proof of Canadian citizenship or residency required, such as a passport, birth certificate, or citizenship card.
A valid Health Card, in the youth’s name.

14. Questions?

15. For more information, please look us up on the web or email….
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