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Interested in aviation, leadership, teamwork, and new experiences? Follow the complete path from curiosity to your first training night with 918.
Is Air Cadets right for you?
You want to participate
Regular attendance and a willingness to learn matter more than prior experience.Your family understands the commitment
Weekly training, selected activities, and timely communication help cadets succeed.Six steps. One clear journey.
Discover the program. Explore cadet life, opportunities, and expectations.
Check the live intake status. Intake capacity and dates change; this page is the authoritative local status.
Complete the official application when invited. Use the Government of Canada Cadets application and select 918 Griffon Squadron.
Watch for local instructions. The squadron will explain identification, documents, and the next confirmed step.
Attend orientation or open house. Prospective cadets and families can ask questions and understand the training experience.
Begin with support. Staff and senior cadets help new members settle into the squadron.
Use the official application
Application requirements and national processes can change. Always use the current Government of Canada Cadets application rather than an archived form or PDF.
Open the official Cadets applicationBefore you apply
Start with the questions families ask most often.
Does joining cost anything?
There is no squadron enrolment fee. Families may contribute time through volunteering and fundraising, and cadets are expected to care for issued equipment.
Do I need aviation experience?
No. New cadets arrive with many different interests and experience levels. Training starts with the foundations.
Can an older teen still join?
Yes, within the national age requirements. Older new cadets should discuss progression and available support with squadron staff.
Still deciding?
The recruiting FAQ covers cost, military service, travel, challenge, and what families should expect.
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