NEW RECRUITS
Thank you for your interest in joining the 283 Squadron Family.
Pre-registration for the 2026-2027 training year will open up in March of 2026.
NEW RECRUITS
Thank you for your interest in joining the 283 Squadron Family.
Pre-registration for the 2026-2027 training year will open up in March of 2026.
Every applicant must bring the following documents to the Information and Enrollment Night:
Are you between the ages of 9 and 11? Do you want to meet friends and try something new? Then Consider joining the Navy League until you are old enough to be an Air cadet!
283 Squadron is funded at the national level by the Department of National Defence in partnership with the civilian Air Cadet League of Canada. The civilian sponsor requires local community support to meet its obligations that include accommodations, training aids and equipment and program enhancements not otherwise provided. Parents and Cadets are expected to participate in and contribute to fundraising as required by the Squadron Sponsoring Committee in whatever form or manner the Squadron Sponsoring Committee decides that fund raising may take. The annual requirements will be discussed at the Recruit Information and Enrollment Night. No cadet shall ever be turned away for financial need, as we encourage all youth to participate in the program.
Air Cadets learn about the traditions of the Royal Canadian Air Force, and participate in flight-related activities. Air Cadets have a chance to earn their civilian pilot licenses through the Air Cadet program.
Gliding is one of the more popular aspects of the Air Cadets and it provides a solid base for learning how to pilot more complicated aircraft.
Many Air Cadets go on to enjoy civilian flying careers, while others choose to pursue flying as an enjoyable life-long hobby.