NEWS RELEASE
TRENTON CADET TRAINING CENTRE
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On Aug. 16, 2019 Trenton Cadet Training Centre hosted a graduation parade for just over 700 cadets who were either on the third serial of the General Training (GT) Course, the second serial of any aviation course, or one of the ceremonial courses, music training or drill and ceremonial Instructor course this summer.
This parade gave course cadets the chance to showcase their hard work and show off their newly mastered skills, while also bringing a close to the training season.
The Reviewing Officer for this parade was the newly appointed Commanding Officer (CO) of the Regional Cadet Support Unit (RCSU), Lt.-Col. Leonard. The parade was under the command of the Cadet Training Centre Chief Warrant Officer, Warrant Officer First Class Ross Stewart.
The Lieutenant Colonel J.M. Donnelly Trophy is presented to the cadet who has excelled as a cadet specialist, instructor, and team leader in aviation activities. This trophy was awarded to Cadet Palacios Pablo of 94 squadron in Newmarket.
When he was addressing the cadets on parade Lt.- Col. Forster said, “What a great morning we had for a parade, I so proud of each and every one of you, I am deeply impressed with your drill, dress and deportment. Outstanding work, ladies and gentlemen. ”
Also presented on the parade was the rank promotion and swearing in of new Officer Cadets (Ocdt) into the Cadet Instructor Cadre. These new CIC members are dedicating their time to raising and inspiring new leaders, and becoming support staff to both local units and summer training centres.
Trenton Cadet Training Centre (CTC) strives to offer programs to youth aged 12 to 18 that are challenging and will help them acquire new learning experiences. Trenton strives to foster and encourage team spirit, mutual assistance, comradeship and physical fitness in a safe and fulfilling climate.
Each summer, approximately 1,000 course cadets, 90 staff cadets and 120 adult staff from all across Ontario attend Trenton CTC for training ranging from introductory to advanced courses specializing in basic aviation technology and aerospace, music, as well as leadership and ceremonial instructor courses.
The cadet program is open to all youth between the ages of 12 to 18 with a focus on leadership, citizenship and healthy living. If you are ready for the challenge, visit www.cadets.ca.
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