November 2025

Written By Brittney Pilkington

EMAIL THE SQUADRON: 395air@cadets.gc.ca

SQUADRON PHONE NUMBER: 780-619-9756

THE SCHEDULE FOR ALL ACTIVITIES

IS IN THE CALENDAR ON THE SQUADRON WEBSITE.

PLEASE CLICK ON EVENTS IN THE CALENDAR

FOR FURTHER DETAILS ON THE EVENT OR TRAINING ACTIVITY.

 

Report an Absence or Leaving the Program:

If you are no longer attending cadets email: 395air@cadets.gc.ca to let us know. This will start the process of removing you from our database.  If you are absent, email (395air@cadets.gc.ca) or text (780-619-9756) the Squadron to let us know. You need to include Rank, First and Last Name and the Date you are absent for. Uniforms can be returned on a Tuesday evening during regular training hours.

Nov 1, 15 and 29: Karate Training

  • 1300 Hrs (1pm) – 1600 Hrs (4pm) at Central Lions Seniors Recreation Centre: 11113 113 St Edmonton, AB

  • Open to all cadets. Dress in sports gear.

Nov 3, 2025: Band Training

  • 1830hrs (630pm) - 2100hrs (9pm)

  • Open to all cadets. Musical instrument and music will be provided. Dress is appropriate civilian dress.

Nov 4, 2025: CO’s Parade and Regular Training

  • All Cadets -Arrive for 1815hrs (615pm)

  • Cadets to wear the blue uniform with tunic (C1 Dress).

  • New Cadets to wear appropriate clothing with closed toe shoes.

  • Bring a water bottle, note pad, pen/pencil, and a snack if needed

Nov 7-9, 2025: Field Training Exercise

  • Cadets to sign up and hand in permission slip by Oct 28. Final list of those able to attend will be published on Nov 4.

  • There is a maximum number of cadets able to attend. Please check the Final List once posted on Nov 4 (at the unit and on TEAMS) to confirm you are attending.

  • Drop off and pick up timings will be posted by Nov 4.

Nov 10, 2025: NO Band Training

November 11: Remembrance Day Parade

·       Mandatory Parade for all cadets to participate in.

·       Details on location and timings will be provided closer to the date.

·       There will be no regular training this evening – just the parade to participate in.

Nov 17 and 24: Band Training

  • 1830hrs (630pm) - 2100hrs (9pm) at the Alberta Aviation Museum

  • Open to all cadets. Musical instrument and music will be provided. Dress is appropriate civilian dress.

Nov 17 and 24: Effective Speaking

  • 1800hrs (600pm) - 1900hrs (7pm)

  • Open to all cadets. Dress is appropriate civilian dress. Training provided on how to do prepared and impromptu speeches. Competition will occur in March/April.

Nov 18 and 25: Regular Training

  • All Cadets -Arrive for 1815hrs (615pm)

  • Cadets to wear the Field Training Uniform (C5 Dress).

  • New Cadets to wear appropriate clothing with closed toe shoes.

  • Bring a water bottle, note pad, pen/pencil, and a snack if needed

Announcement from Administration:

Parents/Guardians: Please check your email as some of you have received a digital link to our detailed health questionnaire to complete. This document ensures we have the necessary information on your cadets medical items to successful provide the program to them as safely as possible.

  • Returning Cadets: Please have your parent/guardian come to the office if you see your name on the list of those who need to see Admin. We need to ensure all returning paperwork is completed within the next couple of weeks if you would like to participate in cadet training - this includes activities such as FTX, Marksmanship, Band, etc.

  • Cadet365 credentials will be emailed out within the next week. Cadets/Parents/Guardians keep an eye on your emails for these. The Cadet365 account is meant for the cadet to use. We understand some will need their parents/guardians to assist in the initial set up and the Multi-Factor Authentication process, once set up please ensure they are the ones utilizing it the most. Cadet365 includes email, Microsoft TEAMS, and many other resources.

Announcement from Supply:

Returning Cadets:

  • Bring in all cleaned/washed uniform parts needing exchanges to the unit on Tuesday nights to Supply for new parts.

  • Go to the Supply Area of the website and Teams to get information on how to care for and wear your uniform.

New Cadets:

  • You will start to get your Training Uniform mid-October. Supply staff will gather those who need a uniform on a training night. There is no need to bug supply – they will come and get you when it is your turn to have your uniform issued.

  • Until you receive your uniform you will wear a white collared shirt, black pants (no sweats or gym style clothes), and sturdy shoes.  You will also need to bring a pen/pencil and notebook.  Please talk to your Level Officer if you have questions about the dress expectations.

  • Ongoing correspondence will be done through your Cadets 365 account.

COMMANDING OFFICER’S UPDATE

395 Griffon Squadron Cadets, Staff, Parents and Families

Welcome back, cadets, staff, and families, to the start of another exciting training year at 395 Squadron. I hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable summer. Many of our cadets attended summer training across the country, and we are proud of the outstanding success and professionalism they demonstrated. You continue to show the best of what our squadron has to offer.

This year is a very special one for 395, as we celebrate our 80th anniversary. For eight decades, generations of cadets and staff have built a legacy of leadership, service, and excellence. Throughout this training year, we will honour that history with events that will bring together our current cadets and our alumni, connecting past, present, and future.

As we look ahead, I challenge each of you to set goals for yourself, step outside of your comfort zone, and take every opportunity that comes your way. Whether it’s learning new skills, developing leadership, or supporting your fellow cadets, remember that growth happens when you push yourself further than you thought you could go.

The year ahead is filled with opportunity. Let’s honour our past by making this year one that future cadets will look back on with pride. I’m excited to see what we will achieve together. 

Succeed as One!!!

Per ardua ad astra – through adversity to the stars.

Capt D.L. Smart, CD,MA

Commanding Officer, 395 RCACS

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE PARENTS

BINGO:

The unit has a bingo once a month at Kensington Bingo Hall.

Positions are:

Paymaster X 1,

Bonanza Controller X 1 - Sheets Controller X 1

Card sellers X 8

Pull Tickets X 4.

Those under 18 are no longer able to volunteer due to new restrictions.

Refer to recent emails on Bingo volunteers needed.

 

STAY CONNECTED:

1.  WEBSITE: http://www.395squadron.ca  

2.  FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/395Squadron

3.  INSTAGRAM: 395_squadron

4.  EMAIL THE SQUADRON: 395air@cadets.gc.ca

5.  SQUADRON PHONE NUMBER: 780-619-9756

Brittney Pilkington
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