Joining Air Cadets is actually pretty simple. Following are a few of the frequently asked questions from the parents and the future cadets concerning the joining procedures...

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How do I Join?

• Call us at (613) 737-3380 or (613) 521-7153
• Stop by on Thursday evenings at the Canada Reception Centre, located in Hangar 11 of the old Canadian Forces Base Uplands (OC Transpo route 147 stops near the hangar).

Here is what you should bring when you register:

-Birth certificate (this is not the same as a certificate of live birth), NOT a photocopy

-Health Card, NOT a photocopy

-A parent, to sign your form

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Who can Join?

• 12 to 18 years old
• Interested in the Air Cadet Programme
• Parental Permission

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What are the aims of the Air Cadet Programme?

• Develop Citizenship and Leadership
• Promote Physical Fitness
• Stimulate interest in the Canadian Forces
• Encourage aeronautics
• Promote careers in Aviation

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What does it cost?

• No fees or dues
• You are expected to participate in fund raising and other activities (a few during the year)
• Uniforms are provided
• Occasional charges for special activities

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How do I get there?

• By car coming from the East

-At Royal Route (opposite the Hunt and Golf Club) turn left at the lights

-Follow the black signs for the Canada Reception Centre

• By car coming from the West

-At Royal Route (opposite the Hunt and Golf Club) turn right at the lights

-Follow the black signs for the Canada Reception Centre

• By OC Transpo bus

-The bus stops near the hangar (get off at first stop on base when exiting the NRC, on Royal Route close to Research Rd.)

Click here to see the bus schedule

Click here to see the bus map

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Revised: Oct 23^rd, 2000

Webmaster: Capt C. Choinière, Commanding Officer, 742 National Capital Squadron

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