Rights and Responsibilities of Cadets
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RIGHTS
As a Cadet I have the right to
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RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Cadet I have the responsibility to
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The Cadet Honour Code
I resolve, as a member of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets, that I shall aspire to become a citizen of the highest integrity in my community; I shall strive for success in my studies, to be considerate of all persons and their property, and to achieve the highest physical, mental, spiritual, and moral standards as exemplified by members of the Canadian Armed Forces as citizens of Canada.
Attendance
By joining the 7 Penhold Squadron, you have made certain commitments and are expected to keep them. In the event you do not participate in cadets in an acceptable manner in relation to attendance or behavior, you may not be able to continue in cadets.
Attendance is very important. Everything you will gain from cadets will be directly related to what you put into it. In addition, the benefits we receive from the Department of National Defence relates to the amount of cadets in attendance each week, this includes our weekend exercises and amount of cadets able to be accepted for a summer camp.
Some training activities are mandatory as determined by the Commanding or Training officer(s).
We request you arrive 15 minutes early and be sure your attendance is recorded, in the event you are late we request you first report to the Duty NCO (Non-commissioned officer). When you are expected to be gone for an event or meet reach out to the Duty NCO or commanding officers in any form to report your leave.
Attendance is very important. Everything you will gain from cadets will be directly related to what you put into it. In addition, the benefits we receive from the Department of National Defence relates to the amount of cadets in attendance each week, this includes our weekend exercises and amount of cadets able to be accepted for a summer camp.
Some training activities are mandatory as determined by the Commanding or Training officer(s).
We request you arrive 15 minutes early and be sure your attendance is recorded, in the event you are late we request you first report to the Duty NCO (Non-commissioned officer). When you are expected to be gone for an event or meet reach out to the Duty NCO or commanding officers in any form to report your leave.
Personal Conduct
It may be unfair, but it is a fact - people will be far more critical of childish or rowdy behavior amongst cadets than amongst young people wearing civilian clothing. The reputation of the whole cadet Squadron, Organization and even the Canadian Armed Forces, is affected by how you look and act in public - on the bus, on the street, in businesses, etc. Here are a few things we request you keep in mind while in uniform, any squadron merchandise and even civilian attire as a representative of the Cadet movement and the Squadron.
We ask that you make a conscious effort to act in a professional and orderly manner, and most importantly use common sense.
- Walk in a professional manner, but without exaggeration.
- Avoid putting your hands in your pockets.
- Do not remove your head dress in public, except in a restaurant or mess hall.
- Wear your uniform smartly, and do not chew gum.
- Do not unbutton your jacket or loosen your tie in public,
- do not throw litter on the street.
- Avoid horseplay and keep your voice pleasant and dignified.
- Cadets should not hold hands or show other displays of affection in uniform, or when participating in any cadet activity.
- When walking around a group, or alone, walk or march in a single file, not a large grouping.
- Ensure you pay respects to all officers you pass by saluting, and stating "Sir" or "Ma'am" when in uniform
We ask that you make a conscious effort to act in a professional and orderly manner, and most importantly use common sense.
