September 2026

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.

Sept 1: Registration and Returning Cadet Paperwork

  • HMCS NONSUCH

  • 630-800pm.

  • Civilian Clothing. Parent/Guardian to be with the cadet in order to complete the paperwork. Once the paperwork and other required tables are complete, returning cadets are able to leave with their parent/guardian. This is not a full evening. 

  • For new cadets registering - we have limited space and emails have been sent out to those we are able to accept at this time. Please wait for an update on your registration status based on the numbers we can accept.

  • Returning Cadets - Wash your uniform and try all pieces on. If they need to be exchanged please bring the freshly washed pieces and supply will start to make exchanges.

  • Completion of Annual Validations and medical information is required to be completed before participation in any weekend activities can occur.

Sept 8: Training Begins - All Cadets

  • 1815 - 2115hrs at HMCS NONSUCH

  • All cadets to attend - new and returning.

Sept 15: Regular Training Night - all Cadets

  • 1815 - 2115hrs at HMCS NONSUCH

  • All cadets to attend - new and returning.

Sept 20: Battle of Britain Parade

  • More Information to be posted shortly

 

The start dates of Karate, Effective Speaking, Band, etc. will be announced once training begins in September. 

If you are not returning to cadets and need to return your uniform, please do so as soon as possible once we begin on Sept 1. Please message below or email 395air@cadets.gc.ca to indicate that you are not returning so we can continue planning the number of cadets we can anticipate having this year.

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 have been emailed out to all cadets - the email was sent to the main one we have on file - this could be the cadets or parents/guardians. Please check your junk mail if you don’t think you have seen it yet. 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.

COMMANDING OFFICER’S UPDATE

395 Griffon Squadron Cadets, Staff, Parents and Families

As we close another incredible cadet training year, I want to take a moment to congratulate all of our cadets on a fantastic Annual Ceremonial Review. You represented the squadron with professionalism, pride, and confidence, and your accomplishments this year are something to celebrate. Whether through training, leadership, community service, flying, marksmanship, effective speaking, music, drill, karate, or simply showing up and giving your best, each of you has contributed to the success of our squadron.

Thank you to our dedicated staff, whose countless hours, expertise, and commitment make opportunities like these possible for our cadets. Your passion for developing young people continues to make a lasting impact.

To our Squadron Sponsoring Committee, Air Cadet League volunteers, families, and friends…thank you for your unwavering support throughout the year. The success of our squadron is truly a team effort, and we are grateful for everything you do behind the scenes.

A special thank you to Maj Brown, Commanding Officer of 417 Domestic Response Squadron, for once again serving as our Reviewing Officer. We are grateful for your continued support of our squadron over the years and for the encouragement you have shown our cadets and staff alike. As you prepare for your upcoming Change of Command, please know that you will be missed. We wish you every success in your next chapter and hope you know you are always welcome back to visit.

Congratulations again to all of our cadets on a remarkable year. Enjoy your summer/summer camps, and I look forward to seeing what we accomplish together in the year ahead.

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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