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530 HAVOC
ROYAL CANADIAN
AIR CADET SQUADRON

Kitchener-Waterloo Regional Unit

FALL REGISTRATION IS CLOSED!

We currently have over 90 applicants waiting to join 530 Havoc Squadron.
Due to limited capacity, a position in our squadron cannot be guaranteed.
To ensure equal opportunity for all, applicants are added to our waitlist
in the order their request is received.

 

​​WANT TO JOIN 530 HAVOC?

So you're interested in joining 530 HAVOC? Our Squadron is open to all youth ages 12-18. We strive to foster an equal opportunity environment for all. We do not discriminate, and openly accept all youth no matter the social class, gender or background. 

530 HAVOC has a ZERO tolerance policy on bullying, and our cadets undergo

PHASE (Promoting Healthy and Safe Experiences) training twice per year. 

 

Want to join? Here are some things you need to know! 

First, you'll need to understand what the Cadet Program is.
Please take some time to familiarize yourself with the Government of Canada
website to learn more about the Cadet Program. 

JOINING REQUIREMENTS

To be eligible for membership as a Cadet, an applicant must:

  • be a legal resident of Canada;

    • NOTE: this includes a landed immigrant, or person who is lawfully the dependant of a person on a temporary basis for the purpose of education or employment. ​

  • provide proof of provincial health insurance, or the equivalant;

  • be at least 12 years of age;

  • not have attained 19 years of age;

  • normally be in good physical condition;

    • exceptions apply;​

  • not belong to another Corps or Sqn;

  • be deemed acceptable by the Commanding Officer.

COMMITMENT

 

The Royal Canadian Air Cadet Program is built on commitment, teamwork, and active participation.

 

Cadets are expected to attend weekly training nights regularly, with a minimum attendance of 60% to remain in good standing and qualify for many activities and summer opportunities. If you are unable to attend, it is important to notify the squadron in advance using our online absence form, as regular communication and consistent attendance are essential to remaining an active member of the program.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

To join, you MUST;

There are NO EXCEPTIONS to these requirements. 

REGISTER TODAY

 

Follow this link to the Cadet Registration Tool to submit an application! Under unit name enter "530 WATERLOO, ROYAL CANADIAN AIR CADET SQUADRON" and proceed through the form!

Upon receiving the registration form, our staff will review your forms and enter the information into our database.

*Please provide an email address in your application. We will not return phone calls for registration.

 

**PLEASE NOTE: after filling out the online application, the form will prompt you to visit the squadron to provide the necessary personal information. We will reach out to you to schedule a time for registration (note that Fall registration will have specific dates). 

If you do not hear from us, please

email AdminO CI Salt.

PLEASE DO NOT SHOW UP TO THE UNIT WITHOUT CONTACTING US FIRST.

Shortly after joining, you will be measured out by our Supply Officer for a uniform. We will not issue uniforms to new cadets until they show commitment to the program during the first 3 months.

READY TO JOIN US? 

 

We Parade:

Wednesdays Evenings

1830-2100hrs

September - June 

Operating out of Hillside Public School

11 Chopin Dr, Kitchener, ON N2M 2G3​​​​​

TO LEARN | TO SERVE | TO ADVANCE

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