Newsletter 09 Nov 2015
Newsletter 09 Nov 2015 704 Air Force City Air Cadet Squadron
1. Saturday, Nov 7 – Poppy Sales. 9am – 7pm. Shifts are 9am – 2pm and 2pm – 7pm. Arrive at the Trenton Legion not later than 8:45am for the morning shift and 1:45pm for the afternoon shift. Cadets are to wear full uniform with parka and gloves (bring your toque do not wear it).
2. Monday, Nov 9 - Dress is casual civilian for a fun night of activities.
3. Tuesday, Nov 10 at 10:00 am and ending on Wednesday, Nov 11 at approx. 12pm, we will be participating in the 24hr Vigil at the cenotaph and the Remembrance Day Parade. There are several shifts that cadets can sign up for, the lists will be available on Monday evenings. Cadets are to wear full uniform with parka and gloves and are to bring their toque. More information to come.
4. Drill team - Every Wed from 1800 - 1930 - come and check it out, all levels are welcome and dress is civilian clothing.
5. Friday, Nov 20 & Saturday, Nov 21 will be our tag days. More information to come.
6. Reminder for all cadets who have not yet returned the annual validation and/or detailed health questionnaire, you must do this on Monday, Nov 9 in order to participate in the 24 hour Vigil and Remembrance Day Parade.
7. An important message for Parents/Guardians: Please ensure that you drop off and pick up your cadet at the designated times. All cadets should be picked up no later than 9pm on Monday evenings. If unforeseen circumstances prevent you from picking up your child at the appropriate time, please let us know that you are going to be a few minutes late by calling the office at 613-392-2811 ext. 5703.
8. A reminder that 704 Sqn is always accepting donations of Canadian Tire money to help offset the cost of supplies and equipment.
9. Reminder to work on boots and uniform. Refer to our links on our web page.
10. A message from the Supply Staff: If a cadet needs to visit supply, a request must be made through their Flight Commander prior to reporting to supply. Uniform pieces to be returned or exchanged must be returned in exceptionally clean condition. Unwashed or stained items will not be accepted for exchange. All cadets should be washing their uniforms on a regular basis to ensure that they are kept in excellent condition. Also, please ensure that you do not take another cadet's parka, gloves, or headdress. All articles of clothing should be labelled appropriately to avoid this issue.
11. Cadets and parents are reminded that the Holiday Regal fundraiser runs throughout November. If ordering online, www.704afcs.shopregal.ca, the order will be shipped directly to them and deadline for online orders is Nov 30. If ordering through the squadron, cash only, orders must be returned by Nov 23. There will be prizes for the top selling cadets. If you have not received a catalogue, contact Martine Boutin at 613-243-5882 or purpletigger_22@hotmail.com.
12. If your cadet is going to be absent from any training night or other squadron activity, the cadet must call the squadron and leave a message stating the reason for their absence. 613-382-2811 ext. 5703. If preferred, please utilize the "Notice of Absence" feature on our website.
Sent on Behalf of:
Captain Deanna Kendall
Commanding Officer
704 Air Force City RCACS3 Yukon Street, (Trenton Summer Training Center), CFB Trenton704 Air Force City RCACSPO Box 1000 Station Forces, Suite 70,Astra, ON, K0K 3W0Telephone: 613-392-2811 ext. 5703Please direct any questions or concerns to administration@704aircadets.ca
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