1. 75 Barrhaven Squadron 2018 Summer Training Information Session
CI Jesse Longchamps
Summer Training Officer
June 13, 2018
Welcome
Congratulations on being selected – not an easy feat to be selected for these courses. Keep up the great work for next year too!
Self Introduction
Camps I have done and experiences

2. Agenda What to Bring Departure to Training Centre Information on CTCs
Who to contact
What to expect
Departure from Training Centre
FAQs
Questions

3. What to Bring Health Insurance card Signed Offer of Participation form
Prescription medication in original packaging
along with a valid copy of the prescription (including Epipen or Twinjet, asthma pump)
Refer to the list provided by the CTC information booklet / joining instructions posted on the website under: Summer Training > Summer Training Updates
Health Card must still be valid while on course
Signed offer will be given to cadets by staff on site

4. Packing Tips Try not to over pack:
Only bring necessities and what is mentioned on the list
Pillows, blankets, etc. are provided by the Training Centre
Use plastic bags to line your bag in case of water getting into them
Pack a carry-on backpack for bus/plane/train
Bring a bag that you are able to carry on your own:
2-3 week courses: duffel bag or large backpack
6 week courses: duffel bag or suitcase

5. Departure to Training Centre
1-2 days before: Cadets will get a phone call from the Summer Training Officer
Cadets arrive in uniform
pants, belt, boots, shirt, name tag
no tunic, no tie (unless specified by their CTC)
Check in with 75 staff member on site
Will be posted on the Squadron Calendar/Website
Cadets need their completed Offer of Participation to board the bus/plane/train
75 staff member will it give back to them when checking in

6. Training Centres Atlantic Region
Argonaut CTC – Gagetown, N.B.
Basic Fitness and Sports
Fitness and Sports Instructor
Greenwood CTC – Greenwood N.S.
Basic Aviation
Advanced Aviation
Basic Aviation Technology and Aerospace
Drill and Ceremonial Instructor
Survival Instructor

7. Training Centres East Region
Bagotville CTC – Bagotville, QC
General Training Course
Basic Aviation
Advanced Aviation
Basic Survival
Valcartier CTC – Valcartier, QC
Basic Drill and Ceremonial
Basic Fitness and Sports

8. Who to Contact
In case of emergency: parents/guardians can contact the staff at the CTCs at any time
The contact information is provided in the Summer Training Centre information booklets on the 75 website under Summer Training > Summer Training Updates
Dietary Restrictions: parents are to contact the CTCs directly
The Movement Coordination Centre (MCC) coordinates all cadet movement to and from CTCs
MCC operates night and day, from June 19th-August 22nd
Toll-free number:
CI Longchamps: for inquiries and non-urgent matters

9. What to Expect Locations: Adult staff: Staff Cadets:
All Cadet Training Centres are located within Canadian Forces Facilities
Adult staff:
Qualified personnel – specifically trained to work with cadets years old
Ensures that cadets are in a safe and positive environment
Oversee the performance and conduct of the Staff Cadets
Staff Cadets:
cadets 16 years or older who will be the immediate leaders of cadets on all levels of camps
Summer Training versus “summer camp”:
There are rules and expectations
This is an opportunity for additional training
It is a learning experience!

10. What to Expect (Continued)
Day-to-day:
3 Meal periods
Full days of scheduled activities and classes
Team building exercises and sports
Facilities:
Laundry
Canteen
Medical Clinic
Expectations:
Clean quarters – bed made to standard
Appropriate hair, clean/ironed uniform, shiny boots
Positive attitude!

11. What to Expect (Continued)

12. Departure from Training Centre
Arrangements are made for all cadets to return home - the dates/times will be posted on the Squadron Calendar and can be found on the Travel Itineraries
75 Staff will be present, make sure to check out with them prior to leaving
Alternatively, Cadets will be allowed to leave with their parents / guardians after the Graduation Parade. This must be arranged with the CTC or MCC directly
The dates of the grad parades are all listed in the information/joining instruction booklets posted on the website (under Summer Training > Summer Training Updates)

13. Website

14. Website

15. FAQs Not Feeling Well? Homesick? Mail? Leave?
Cadets can be escorted to the clinic to be assessed by DND medical staff (Doctors and Nurses)
If required, the cadet will be transported to a civilian hospital
Not unusual for cadets to pull muscles, have a sore throat, get a sunburn
Homesick?
Most cadets get homesick at some point
Parents be strong – it’s new for your cadet, and they have the support to keep them going
Mail?
Addresses and procedures for sending mail to cadets can be found in the CSTC guides
Leave?
Not available for 2 week courses
Each CSTC has its own process – refer to the CSTC guide for more information.

16. Questions?