Three cadets from the 3019 Rankin Inlet Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps (RCACC) participated in the Northern Cadet Experience conducted at the Whitehorse Cadet Training Centre over the summer.
Capt. David Femiak, commanding officer of 3019 RCACC, eagerly anticipates beginning training in Rankin Inlet this month.
Femiak spent the summer preparing for the return to training, which includes a plan to increase cadet activities from three seven-day sessions per year, to bi-weekly activities on Wednesday evenings from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The plan is contingent on securing one or two more community volunteers.
Community members, past cadets, parents and guardians are needed to help train, administer and supervise local youth.
Becoming part of the cadet program as an adult leader is a choice to serve both one's country and one's local community.
Femiak said it is easier than one may think and is filled with rewarding opportunities to gain new skills valued not only within the Canadian Armed Forces, but within one's existing workplace. No previous military or cadet experience is required.
“This year, we anticipate one new Canadian Armed Forces member joining 3019 RCACC,” said Femiak. “As a result, we also hope to offer the local cadets expedition, marksmanship, sports and travel experiences this year.”
