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Announcements for Week of 27 Oct

10/28/2019

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Regular Training Night

Participant(s): All cadets
OPI: Captain Tanguay
Date: Tue, 29 Oct 19
Time: 1830 - 2115 hrs
Location: ESCE, 1276 St Jacques Rd, Embrun, ON K0A 1W0
Dress: Hallowe’en costumes!
Notes: Bring writing materials

Pipes & Drums Practice

Participant(s): Cadets who signed up.
OPI: Capt Martel
Date: Wed, 30 Oct 19
Time: 1900 - 2100 hrs
Location: Russell High School, 982 N Russell Rd, Russell, ON K4R 1G7
Dress: Conservative civilian attire.
Materials: Bring your instrument, writing materials, water and a snack.

Ground School

Participant(s): Cadets who signed up.
OPI: Mrs. Maxwell
Date: Wed, 30 Oct 19
Time: 1830 - 2100 hrs
Location: ESCE, 1276 St Jacques Rd, Embrun, ON K0A 1W0.
Dress: Conservative civilian attire.
Notes:
1. Bring writing materials, water and a snack.
2. Slides can be found here.

Drill Team Practice is cancelled for 31 Oct. Next practice is 7 Nov.

Poppy Campaign *New Message at 29 Oct*

Participant(s): Cadets and parents who signed up. Click here for shifts.
OPI: Capt Tanguay
Date: 2 Nov 19
Time:
1. Shift 1: 0840 to 1210hrs (lunch served at 1210hrs)
2. Shift 2: 1200 to 1600 hrs (lunch served at 1210hrs)
Location : Russell Legion, 24 Legion Ln, Russell, ON K4R 1C8
Dress: C2 (winter dress)
Meals: Pizza lunch (dietary restrictions? Speak to Capt Tanguay)

Marksmanship Practice *Updated times at 31 Oct, due to volume of cadets*

Participant(s): Cadets who signed up.
OPI: OCdt Rozon
Date: Sat, 2 Nov 19
Time:
1. 0830 -1200 hrs: Level 5s arrive, supervise/coach for shift 1 and shooting will be split between Shifts 1 and 2
2. 0900-1030 hrs: Shift 1 for Level 1s and 2s
3. 1030-1200 hrs: Shift 2 for Level 3s and 4s
Location: Unit 6-240 Enterprise St, Vars, K0A 3H0

Biathlon Practice

Participant(s): Cadets who signed up.
OPI: OCdt Rozon
Date: Sat, 2 Nov 19
Time: 1300-1500 hrs
Location: 8 Valoris Street, 1W0, Embrun, ON K0A 1W1
Dress: Appropriate sport attire for the weather and running shoes.
Material: Bring a water bottle

Supply Night

Participant(s): Cadet who need a uniform part replaced or new uniform
OPI: OCdt Rozon
Date: 4 Nov 19
Time: 1830-2030 hrs
Location: Embrun Self Storage, 130 Bay St, Embrun, ON K0A 1W1, Canada
Note: Contact OCdt Rozon at 613-818-3348 to gain access to the compound.

Merit Review Board *New Message at 31 Oct*

Participant(s): All Flight Sergeants
OPI: Capt Martel
Date: 9 Nov 19
Time: 0800-1300 hrs
Location: Russell High School, 982 N Russell Rd, Russell, ON K4R 1G7, Rooms 102 and 103
Remarks:
1. All Flight Sergeants wishing to be considered for a position or promotion are to participate in the MRB.
2. Information will be sent directly to candidates via email on Fri, 1 Nov 19

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Announcements for Week of 20 Oct

10/20/2019

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Dress: Winter dress comes into effect on Monday, 21 October, 2019.

Supply Night (Next one is one is Mon, 28 Oct)

Regular Training Night

Participant(s): All cadets
OPI: Captain Tanguay
Date: Tue, 22 Oct 19
Time: 1830 - 2115 hrs
Location: ESCE, 1276 St Jacques Rd, Embrun, ON K0A 1W0
Dress: Field Training Uniform (FTU also know as OD Combat gear) or civilian clothing suitable for the outdoors (no jeans)
Notes:
1. Bring writing materials
2. Canteen: Water only will be available due to a meeting this evening.

Parent Meeting

Participant(s): All Parents
OPI: Mr. MacDonald
Date: ***New Date*** Tues, 22 Oct 19
Time: 1900 - 2000 hrs
Location: ESCE, 1276 St Jacques Rd, Embrun, ON K0A 1W0
Note: There is a lot to discuss including upcoming events like the Christmas Party

Squadron Gear Drive

Participant(s): All Cadets, Parents and Staff
OPI: Mrs. Vandevisch
Date: Tue, 22 Oct 19
Time: 1830 - 2115 hrs
Location: ESCE, 1276 St Jacques Rd, Embrun, ON K0A 1W0
Details: We are still accepting orders for squadron gear. The order form is on the main page of the website.

Pipes & Drums Practice

Participant(s): Cadets who signed up.
OPI: Capt Martel
Date: Wed, 23 Oct 19
Time: 1900 - 2100 hrs
Location: Russell High School, 982 N Russell Rd, Russell, ON K4R 1G7
Dress: Conservative civilian attire.
Materials: Bring your instrument, writing materials, water and a snack.

Ground School

Participant(s): Cadets who signed up.
OPI: Mrs. Maxwell
Date: Wed, 23 Oct 19
Time: 1830 - 2100 hrs
Location: ESCE, 1276 St Jacques Rd, Embrun, ON K0A 1W0.
Dress: Conservative civilian attire.
Notes:
1. Bring writing materials, water and a snack.
2. Slides can be found here.

Drill Team Practice

Participant(s): Cadets who signed up.
OPI: CI Deblois
Date: Thu, 24 Oct 19
Time: 1900-2100 hrs
Location: Osgoode High School, 2800 8th Line Rd, Metcalfe, ON K0A 2P0
Dress: Conservative civilian attire and bring you parade boots.
Materials: Bring water and a snack.

Marksmanship Practice (Next Practice is Sat, 2 Nov)

Biathlon Practice (Next Practice is Sat, 2 Nov)

Field Training Exercise

Participant(s): All cadets. Sign up here.
OPI: Lt Willis
Date: 26-27 Oct 19
Time:
1. Depart: 0700 hrs, 26 Oct 19
2. Return: 1600 hrs, 27 Oct 19
Location to board bus: Embrun Arena, 6 Blais St, Embrun, ON K0A 1W0
Dress: Civilian dress or Olive Drab combat gear. Dress properly for the weather as you will be outside all weekend.
Meals:
1. Rations are provided for lunch on Saturday to lunch on Sunday.
Material: List of items to bring is found here.
Instructions:
1. Cadets must eat breakfast prior to boarding the bus.
2. Cadets must submit the following prior to boarding the bus:
  1. parental consent form;
  2. required medication in original packaging; and
  3. must have packed all items on kit list.
3. Parents are not to leave the Arena until cadets have been cleared in.

Local Flavours Rendez-Vous

Participant(s): Parents, friends and family (19+)
Date: Sat, 26 Oct 19
Time: 1600-2200hrs
Notes:
1. Tuesday, 22 Oct is the last day to purchase tickets at the advanced price of $15
2. More information http://www.russell.ca/visitors/things_to_do/special_events

Supply Night

Participant(s): Cadet who need a uniform part replaced or new uniform
OPI: OCdt Rozon
Date: 28 Oct 19
Time: 1830-2030 hrs
Location: Embrun Self Storage, 130 Bay St, Embrun, ON K0A 1W1, Canada
Note: Contact OCdt Rozon at 613-818-3348 to gain access to the compound.

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Announcements for Week of 13 Oct

10/13/2019

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Happy Thanksgiving!

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Dress: Winter dress comes into effect on Monday, 21 October, 2019.

Location: We are back at Ecole secondaire catholique Embrun (ESCE) for regular training!

Supply Night (Next one is one is Mon, 28 Oct)

Regular Training Night

Participant(s): All cadets
OPI: Captain Tanguay
Date: Tue, 15 Oct 19
Time: 1830 - 2115 hrs
Location: ESCE, 1276 St Jacques Rd, Embrun, ON K0A 1W0
Dress: C2B (Summer dress), note that you can wear your fleece coat, if it is cold.
Materials: Bring writing materials

Squadron Gear Drive

Participant(s): All Cadets, Parents and Staff
OPI: Mrs. Vandevisch
Date: Tue, 15 Oct 19
Time: 1830 - 2115 hrs
Location: ESCE, 1276 St Jacques Rd, Embrun, ON K0A 1W0
Details:
1. Tuesday is the beginning of our fall squadron gear drive. We will have sizing equipment and samples on site for those who want to purchase squadron gear.
2. The catalog on the main page of the website has been updated with the 2019 selections and prices.
3. All orders must be received by Tue, 29 Oct to ensure a Christmas delivery. Come out and show your #SquadronPride.
4. Payment can be cash, cheque or etransfer.

Pipes & Drums Practice

Participant(s): Cadets who signed up.
OPI: Capt Martel
Date: Wed, 16 Oct 19
Time: 1900 - 2100 hrs
Location: Russell High School, 982 N Russell Rd, Russell, ON K4R 1G7
Dress: Conservative civilian attire.
Materials: Bring your instrument, writing materials, water and a snack.

Ground School

Participant(s): Cadets who signed up.
OPI: Mrs. Maxwell
Date: Wed, 16 Oct 19
Time: 1830 - 2100 hrs
Location: ESCE, 1276 St Jacques Rd, Embrun, ON K0A 1W0.
Dress: Conservative civilian attire.
Notes:
1. Bring writing materials, water and a snack.
2. Slides can be found here.

Combat Sales (Olive Drab) **New Timings below**

Participant(s): All Cadets and Parents
OPI: Mrs. Vandevisch and Mr. MacDonald
Date: Thu, 17 Oct 19
Time: 1830 - 2000 hrs
Location: ESCE, 1276 St Jacques Rd, Embrun, ON K0A 1W0
Details:
1. Green Gear will be onsite for cadets who want to purchase combats for the upcoming FTX,
2. They will have a selection of pants, shirts and boots. Prices are
  1. shirts: $20;
  2. pants: $40; and
  3. boots: $30-60.
3. Cash Only.

Drill Team Practice

Participant(s): Cadets who signed up. Looking for new members!
OPI: CI Deblois
Date: Thu, 17 Oct 19
Time: 1900-2100 hrs
Location: ESCE, 1276 St Jacques Rd, Embrun, ON K0A 1W0
Dress: Conservative civilian attire and bring you parade boots.
Materials: Bring water and a snack.

Marksmanship Practice (Next Practice is Sat, 2 Nov)

Aviation Training Day

Participant(s): All Cadets to sign up here.
OPI: Capt Tanguay
Date: Sat, 19 Oct 19
Time: 0730-1700 hrs
Location:
1. Morning: Martel Aerodrome
2. Afternoon: Canada Aviation and Space Museum
Transportation: Bus from the Embrun Arena
Dress: Conservative civilian dress appropriate for the weather.
Material: Bring a full water bottle and food (lunch and snacks).

Volunteering - Serve Dinner for the Embrun Knights of Columbus

Participant(s): All Cadets and Parents
OPI: Capt Martel
Date: Sat, 19 Oct 19
Time: 1600 - 2100 hrs
Location: 5 Forget St, Embrun, ON K0A 1W0
Dress: Civilian dress. Wear your Sqn swag with pride!
Details: Note that if you have signed up for the Aviation Training Day, your parents will have to pick you up at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum at 1500hrs to bring you to Embrun.

Biathlon Patrol Race

Participant(s):
1. Male open team: WO2 Sheridan and FCpl Pershick;
2. Female open team: Sgt Willis and Sgt Yakabuski;
3. Junior males team: Cpl Kimble and Sgt MacDonald;
4. Junior female team: Cpl Maxwell and Sgt Leblanc; and
OPI: CI J Gagnon
Date: Sun, 20 Oct 19
Time:
1. Arrive: 0815hrs
2. Race begins: 1000hrs
3. Race ends: 1400hrs
4. Cleaning and Medal Presentations: 1410 to 1500hrs
5. Departure: 1500 hrs
Location:
1. Connaught Ranges - 9 Bisley Blvd #7, Nepean, ON K2K 2W6
2. Map of Connaught Range
Transportation: Parents are responsible for transporting their Cadets.
Dress: Appropriate sports attire of pants and long sleeve shirt, running shoes, gloves and a toque.
Material: Bring your health card, a full water bottle and food.
Consent: Download the parental consent form here and submit to Admin (Lt Willis or CI Dion) on Tuesday or email it to info@5cycloneaircadets.ca

Gliding Day

Participant(s): All cadets. Sign up here.
OPI: CWO Roussel
Date: Sun, 20 Oct 19
Time: 0745 - 1715 hrs
Location to board bus: Embrun Arena, 6 Blais St, Embrun, ON K0A 1W0
Dress: Civilian dress. Dress properly for the weather as you will be outside for the day.
Note: Bring food and water, there is no restaurant on site and the water on site is not drinkable.

Parent Meeting

Participant(s): All Parents
OPI: Mr. MacDonald
Date: ***New Date*** Tues, 22 Oct 19
Time: 1900 - 2000 hrs
Location: ESCE, 1276 St Jacques Rd, Embrun, ON K0A 1W0
Note: The 8 Oct meeting has been rescheduled to 22 Oct.

Field Training Exercise

Participant(s): All cadets. Sign up here.
OPI: Lt Willis
Date: 26-27 Oct 19
Time:
1. Depart: 0700 hrs, 26 Oct 19
2. Return: 1600 hrs, 27 Oct 19
Location to board bus: Embrun Arena, 6 Blais St, Embrun, ON K0A 1W0
Dress: Civilian dress or Olive Drab combat gear. Dress properly for the weather as you will be outside all weekend.
Meals:
1. Rations are provided for lunch on Saturday to lunch on Sunday.
Material: List of items to bring is found here.
Instructions:
1. Cadets must eat breakfast prior to boarding the bus.
2. Cadets must submit the following prior to boarding the bus:
  1. parental consent form;
  2. required medication in original packaging; and
  3. must have packed all items on kit list.
3. Parents are not to leave the Arena until cadets have been cleared in.

Local Flavours Rendez-Vous

Participant(s): Parents, friends and family (19+)
Date: Sat, 26 Oct 19
Time: 1600-2200hrs
Notes:
1. Russell Township will be holding their 4th annual Local Flavours Rendez-Vous event on October 26 from 4pm until 10pm. This is a great opportunity to experience some of the amazing local beer, wine and food that is available in the region. This year 5 Cyclone has been selected to receive the proceeds for this event.
2. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased on Tuesday evenings from a member of the sponsoring committee or by contacting chair@5cycloneaircadets.ca. I encourage all parents to support the squadron by enjoying an evening at this event while our cadets are enjoying their evening at FTX.
3. More information http://www.russell.ca/visitors/things_to_do/special_events

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Announcements for Week of 6 Oct

10/6/2019

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Note on Locations: Before leaving for an activity, ensure to check back here to verify the location of your activity. Updates are sometimes a necessity when we are not at our home location. Thank you for your patience.

Supply Night

Participant(s):
1. New recruits! Come to be measured for your uniform
2. Cadets who require new uniform parts.
OPI: OCdt Rozon
Date: Mon, 7 Oct 19
Time: 1830-2030 hrs
Location: Embrun Self Storage, 130 Bay St, Embrun, ON K0A 1W1, Canada
Note: Contact OCdt Rozon at 613-818-3348 to gain access to the compound.

CO’s Parade

Participant(s): All cadets and their families.
OPI: Capt Martel
Date: Tue, 8 Oct 19
Time:
1. Arrival time for Cadets: 1830hrs
2. Guests are asked to be seated by 1945hrs
3. Parade begins at 2000hrs
Location: **New location**North Dundas District High School 12835 Highway 43 Chesterville, ON
Dress:
1. Cadets: C-1 Ceremonial Dress
2. CAF members: 1A
Description: Recognition, promotions,and other presentations are made at CO’s parades. Family members are encouraged to join the audience to witness these special moments.

Pipes & Drums Practice

Participant(s): Interested cadets must sign up here.
OPI: Capt Martel
Date: Wed, 9 Oct 19
Time: 1900 - 2100 hrs
Location: **New location**Russell High School, 982 N Russell Rd, Russell, ON K4R 1G7 - Rooms #102, and #153 Music
Dress: Conservative civilian attire.
Materials: Bring your instrument, writing materials, water and a snack.

Ground School

Participant(s): Cadets who signed up.
OPI: Mrs. Maxwell
Date: Wed, 9 Oct 19
Time: 1830 - 2100 hrs
Location: **New location**Russell High School, 982 N Russell Rd, Russell, ON K4R 1G7
Dress: Conservative civilian attire.
Notes:
1. Bring writing materials, water and a snack.
2. Slides can be found here.

Drill Team Practice

Participant(s): All interested cadets. Looking for new members!
OPI: CI Deblois
Date: Thu, 10 Oct 19
Time: 1900-2100 hrs
Location: Marionville Community Centre, 4629 Gregoire Rd, Russell, ON K4R 1E5
Dress: Conservative civilian attire but bring parade boots.
Materials: Bring water and a snack.

Biathlon Team - Marksmanship Practice

Participant(s): Biathlon Team only
OPI: Capt Tanguay
Date: Sat, 12 Oct 19
Time: 1300 to 1500hrs.
Location: Unit 6-240 Enterprise St, Vars, K0A 3H0

Marksmanship Practice (Next Open Practice is Sat, 2 Nov)

Sr NCM Activity

Participant(s): Level 4 and 5 Cadets must indicate their availability here.
OPI: CI Deblois
Date: Fri, 11 Oct 19
Time: 1830-2300 hrs
Location: Russell Sports Centre, 988 Concession St, Russell, ON K4R 1C8
Transportation: Responsibility of the parents.
Dress: Conservative civilian dress

Supply Night (Next one is one is Mon, 28 Oct)

Aviation Training Day

Participant(s): All Cadets to sign up here.
OPI: Capt Tanguay
Date: Sat, 19 Oct 19
Time: 0730-1700 hrs
Location:
1. Morning: Martel Aerodrome
2. Afternoon: Canada Aviation and Space Museum
Transportation: Bus from the Embrun Arena
Dress: Conservative civilian dress appropriate for the weather.
Material: Bring a full water bottle and food.

Biathlon Patrol Race

Participant(s): Biathlon team.
OPI: CI J Gagnon
Date: Sun, 20 Oct 19
Time: 0900-1500 hrs
Location: Connaught Ranges - 35 Shirley Blvd, Nepean, ON K2K 2W6
Transportation: Parents are responsible for transporting their Cadets.
Dress: Appropriate sports attire of pants and long sleeve shirt, high ankle running shoes, gloves and a toque.
Material: Bring a full water bottle and food.

Gliding Day

Participant(s): All cadets. Sign up here.
OPI: CWO Roussel
Date: Sun, 20 Oct 19
Time: 0745 - 1715 hrs
Location to board bus: Embrun Arena, 6 Blais St, Embrun, ON K0A 1W0
Dress: Civilian dress. Dress properly for the weather as you will be outside for the day.
Note: Bring food and water, there is no restaurant on site and the water on site is not drinkable.

Field Training Exercise

Participant(s): All cadets. Sign up here.
OPI: Lt Willis
Date: 26-27 Oct 19
Time:
1. Depart: 0700 hrs, 26 Oct 19
2. Return: 1600 hrs, 27 Oct 19
Location to board bus: Embrun Arena, 6 Blais St, Embrun, ON K0A 1W0
Dress: Civilian dress or Olive Drab combat gear. Dress properly for the weather as you will be outside all weekend.
Meals:
1. Rations are provided for lunch on Saturday to lunch on Sunday.
Material: List of items to bring is found here.
Instructions:
1. Cadets must eat breakfast prior to boarding the bus.
2. Cadets must submit the following prior to boarding the bus:
  1. parental consent form;
  2. required medication in original packaging; and
  3. must have packed all items on kit list.
3. Parents are not to leave the Arena until cadets have been cleared in.

Local Flavours Rendez-Vous

Participant(s): Parents, friends and family (19+)
Date: Sat, 26 Oct 19
Time: 1600-2200hrs
Notes:
1. Russell Township will be holding their 4th annual Local Flavours Rendez-Vous event on October 26 from 4pm until 10pm. This is a great opportunity to experience some of the amazing local beer, wine and food that is available in the region. This year 5 Cyclone has been selected to receive the proceeds for this event.
2. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased on Tuesday evenings from a member of the sponsoring committee or by contacting chair@5cycloneaircadets.ca. I encourage all parents to support the squadron by enjoying an evening at this event while our cadets are enjoying their evening at FTX.
3. More information http://www.russell.ca/visitors/things_to_do/special_events

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