Summer Training
Summer training is commonly referred to as summer camp by cadets. There are a number of Cadet Summer Training Centres across Canada that offer a variety of exciting and dynamic training courses.
Regardless of where a cadet goes for summer training, they are certain to have a fun and rewarding summer. Summer training offers, for some, an opportunity to travel internationally while for others it means meeting new people from across Canada while learning.
The information below outlines general information for summer training. For information pertaining to this year's summer training; submitting an application, reviewing travel times, etc., click the "2023 Summer Training Information" button below.
Regardless of where a cadet goes for summer training, they are certain to have a fun and rewarding summer. Summer training offers, for some, an opportunity to travel internationally while for others it means meeting new people from across Canada while learning.
The information below outlines general information for summer training. For information pertaining to this year's summer training; submitting an application, reviewing travel times, etc., click the "2023 Summer Training Information" button below.
Where We Train
Valcartier CTC 
Connaught CTC |
Bagotville CTC 
Greenwood CTC |
Eastern Region CFTC 
Argonaut CTC |
Training Opportunities
In addition to the courses listed below, there are also military band courses as well as pipe and drum band courses offered at the basic, intermediate and advanced levels.
Cadet Activity Program (CAP)
The Cadet Activity Program is a locally delivered program held during Summer. CAP provides a fun, challenging, and meaningful experience for cadets above and beyond what they would receive at the local corps and squadron level and is broken down into two (2) versions; CAP1 and CAP2.
- CAP1 is a 5-day experience that allows cadets opportunities to build confidence and meet other cadets through participation in fun, safe, challenging, and well-organized activities in their local areas. Cadet participants are generally aged 12-13 and are about to enter their second year of training at a corps/squadron.
- CAP2 is a 12-day experience that allows cadets opportunities to build leadership and interpersonal skills through participation in fun, safe, challenging, and well-organized activities in their local areas. Cadet participants are generally aged 13-14 and are about to enter their third year of training at a corps/squadron.
Virtual Training Courses
Cadet Administration and Supply Assistant - 2 Weeks
The Cadet Administration and Supply Assistant Course provides cadets an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of administration and supply procedures, and the subject matter knowledge to perform the duties of a Cadet Administration and Supply Assistant. Activities include managing clothing and equipment, corps/squadron administration, and written communications.
Cadets applying for this course should be at least 15 years of age and have successfully completed Proficiency Level Four.
Cadets applying for this course should be at least 15 years of age and have successfully completed Proficiency Level Four.
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Cyber Training Course - 2 Weeks
Training provided will help cadets develop the first level of Cyber skills and compete in an online competition at the end of the course.
Cadets applying for this course should be enrolled in cadets for at least 93 days and have successfully completed Proficiency Level One.
Cadets applying for this course should be enrolled in cadets for at least 93 days and have successfully completed Proficiency Level One.
Instructor Courses
These courses are offered in person at Cadet Training Centres and are only available to cadets enrolled in Proficiency Level Three and up.
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Drill and Ceremonial Instructor Courses (DCIC) - 6 WeeksThe Drill and Ceremonial Instructor course provides cadets an opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge to become an instructor and team leader during drill and ceremonial activities. Activities include advanced drill, instructional techniques and leadership. Cadets applying for this course should be 14–15 years of age, and have successfully completed Proficiency Level Three.
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Survival Instructor Course (SIC) - 6 WeeksThe Survival Instructor Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to be an instructor and team leader for aircrew survival activities within the Air Cadet Program. Activities include instructional technique, first aid, survival and field training, and ground navigation. Cadets applying for this course should be 14–15 years of age and have successfully completed Proficiency Level Three.
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Fitness and Sports Instructor Course (FSIC) - 6 WeeksThe Fitness and Sports Instructor Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop as a fitness and sports specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to perform the role of a Fitness and Sports Instructor and a team leader for fitness and sports activities conducted at the squadron during regionally directed activities and/or as a staff cadet at a CSTC. Activities include personal fitness and healthy living, conducting the Cadet Fitness Assessment, and leading recreational sports. Cadets applying for this course should be 15–16 years of age, and have successfully completed Proficiency Level Three.
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Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor Course (ARMIC) - 6 Weeks
The Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop marksmanship skills and knowledge, and to instruct and lead air rifle marksmanship activities. Activities include first aid, advanced marksmanship, instructional techniques and coaching. Cadets applying for this course should be 15–16 years of age, and have successfully completed Proficiency Level Three.
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Advanced Training Courses
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Advanced Aviation Course (AAC) - 3 Weeks
The Advanced Aviation Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to be an instructor and team leader for aviation activities within the Air Cadet Program. Activities include instructional technique, radio communication, meteorology, and air navigation. Cadets applying for this course should be at least 14 years of age and have successfully completed Proficiency Level Three.
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National Selection Courses
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Glider Pilot Scholarship (6-7 Weeks)
The Glider Pilot Scholarship is a six or seven-week training program that results in successful candidates graduating with their Transport Canada Glider Pilot Licence. Cadets applying for the Glider Pilot Scholarship must be 16 years old by September 1st of the year the course is taken, must successfully complete Proficiency Level Three by the end of the training year, must achieve a mark of at least 50% on the Canadian Armed Forces qualifying exam, must have completed Grade 9 or equivalent (Secondary 3 in Quebec and Senior 1 in Manitoba) by the nomination deadline, must obtain a valid Category 3 Medical Certificate from Transport Canada, and must meet the minimum and maximum height and weight limitations. The physical limitations for height and weight are: minimum height of 152.4cm and a maximum height of 190.5cm, and a minimum weight of 40.82Kg and a maximum weight of 90.72Kg.
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Power Pilot Scholarship (7-8 Weeks)
The Power Pilot Scholarship is a seven-week training program that results in successful candidates graduating with their Transport Canada Power Pilot License. Cadets applying for the Power Pilot Scholarship must be 17 years old by September 1st of the year the course is taken, must successfully complete Proficiency Level Four by the end of the training year, must achieve a mark of at least 50% on the Canadian Armed Forces qualifying exam, must have completed Grade 10 or equivalent (Secondary 4 in Quebec and Senior 2 in Manitoba) by the nomination deadline, must obtain a valid Category 3 Medical Certificate from Transport Canada, and must meet the maximum weight limitations. The maximum weight for a student pilot is 111.13Kg (245lbs).
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International Air Cadet Exchange (IACE)The purpose of the IACE is to promote friendship and goodwill among Air Cadets of the participating countries, to encourage participants to develop an interest in international affairs, and to reward those Air Cadets who have rendered outstanding services to the Squadrons over a period of years. The IACE is intended only for outstanding senior Cadets who will present Canada with distinction. Exchange Cadets have the opportunity to visit air bases, centres of industry, world landmarks, universities, cultural centres and museums, and experience private hospitality with host families. Host countries are United Kingdom and the USA. Exchange dates are from mid-July to early August.
Cadets applying for IACE must be 16 years old before the start of the exchange, have completed Proficiency Level Four, and achieved the rank of Sgt or above. |
Staff Cadet Employment
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Advanced Training - Staff Cadets (7-8 Weeks)
Staff Cadets undergo advanced training which includes being mentored by adult leaders and senior staff cadets. Staff Cadets provide leadership, instruction and support to course Cadets at a Cadet Training Centre (CTC). Staff Cadets are not employees. Participation by the staff cadet during authorized CTC summer training constitutes advanced training. Advanced training staff cadets are divided into two distinct categories:
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