D-Day Parade

Decoration Day parade will be taking place this weekend Sunday 07 June.

Timings are as follows

Cadets are to arrive at Victoria Lawn Cemetary on Queenston St. NO LATER THAN 12:45

Parade will commence at 1315 (1:15) and be completed by approximately 1430. Cadets and parents are invited back to Branch 24 for a reception at the conclusion of the parade.

WARNING ORDER (Wonderland June 13 2015)

WARNING ORDER

(Wonderland Amusement Park 13 June 15)

1. On 13 June 15 selected members of 23 Optimist Squadron will participate in a year end trip as a reward for tagging three shifts and attending the Annual Cadet Review.
Only those Cadets receiving this Warning Order will be permitted on this exercise.


2. Selected members will arrive at, the Optimist Club, LHQ 8 Napier Street, no later than 08:00 on the 13 of June 15. (Bus departs at 8:15sharp)


3. A Health Card must be carried by members to participate in this exercise.


4. Selected members will be transported by bus to and from the Wonderland Amusement Park which is located at, 9580 Jane St,Vaughan, ON L6A 1S6.

5. An all you can eat Luncheon with complete dietary considerations will be provided at 15:30.
Cadets are responsible for providing their own meals, beverages, and snacks above and beyond the meal mentioned above which is included with our admission. Cadets are required to participate in the meal generously provided by the sponsoring committee. Cadets are responsible for providing their own spending money, which should be modest in amount.


6. Cadets must be dressed appropriately (in civilian clothing) for the seasonal conditions, as this will be a prolonged outdoors activity. Necessary items will include hats, sun block, water bottle, waterproof foot wear, extra sweaters (layers), gloves, jackets, appropriate swim wear, etc…


All Cadets are reminded of dress and jewelry codes which will be strictly enforced on this exercise. Those wearing inappropriate attire will not be permitted on this trip!


7. Cadets are reminded that thefts can and do occur especially from unwatched backpacks during the course of the rides. You are advised not to bring valuables that might be subject to theft. Cadets are totally responsible for their lost or stolen personal items.

Security Lockers are available for a nominal fee.

8. Members will arrive back at the Optimist Hall by 23:30 subject to traffic conditions. Cadets are expected to depart LHQ promptly after dismissal.

Parents are to pick up cadets on time!

9. It is essential that the behavior of all those attending this exercise be of the highest standard. Inappropriate behavior can pose a safety hazard, will not be tolerated, and could result in the member being returned to unit at the parent’s expense prior to the conclusion of the exercise.

A mandatory Buddy System will be strictly enforced!

10. Receipt of this warning order means that you are committed. If for any reason you are unable to attend, you are required to contact the squadron phone (905) 682-5697 without exception in order to be excused. Failure to do so will constitute an unexcused absence and could affect your chances for selection to future exercises.


11. The (Emergency Only) contact number during this specific exercise only will be 1 (289) 808-8100. This number is not to be called except as stated above.


OPI Captain J Derousie

WARNING ORDER! (Gliding June 6 2015)

WARNING ORDER

(Gliding 06 June 2015 at SOGC St Catharines)

1. On 06 June 2015 selected members of 23 Optimist Squadron will participate in a familiarization-flying exercise at the Southern Ontario Gliding Center (SOGC). Only those Cadets receiving this Warning Order will be permitted on this exercise.


2. Selected members will arrive at the Niagara District Airport, 468 Niagara Stone Road, Niagara on the Lake, L0S 1J0, not later than 08:30 on the 06 June 2015.
Selected members are to be transported by their own means to the SOGC Gliding Centre. (located near the city of St Catharines at the Niagara District Airport)


3. A Health Card must be carried by members to participate in this exercise.


4. Gliding is mandatory and is a requirement of the regular training program.


5. Members must be dressed appropriately, (in civilian clothing), for the seasonal conditions, as this will be a prolonged outdoors activity. Necessary items will include hats, sun block, water bottle, waterproof foot wear, extra sweaters (layers), gloves, jackets, insect repellant,
etc…
(Cadets are highly advised to have breakfast prior to attending, there are no facilities for the purchase of food or drinks at the Airport).


6. The exercise will conclude by 12:30 and Cadets are expected to depart the Airport promptly after dismissal. Do not rely on access to a phone at the gliding center.

Parents are to pick up cadets on time!

7. It is essential that the behavior of all cadets attending this exercise be of the highest standard. We will be briefed and supervised by the gliding centre staff regarding safety rules and regulations while on the flight line and in the aircraft. Inappropriate behavior can pose a safety hazard, will not be tolerated, and could result in the member being returned to unit at the parent’s expense prior to the conclusion of the exercise.


8. Receipt of this warning order means that you are committed. If for any reason you are unable to attend, you are required to contact the Squadron answering machine @ 905-684-9866, (without exception), in order to be excused. Failure to do so will constitute an unexcused absence and could affect your chances for selection to future exercises. (Other cadets on standby could be loaded in your place should you become unable to attend).


9. The (Emergency) contact number for the duration of this specific gliding exercise is
(289) 808-8100. This number is not to be called except as stated above.


OPI Captain Davidson

Summer Camp Information

You can get your joining instructions by clicking the 'CCO Extranet' link to the right or by clicking here. (Please be aware there may be some issues with Google Chrome).  Once you have logged on to the CCO Extranet follow the links <Central>, <CTC Joining Instructions>, and download the joining instructions for your particular camp.

Note: The most common camps for our junior cadets are General Training and Basic Drill and Ceremonial which will be at Trenton CTC. Basic Survival, Basic Fitness and most Basic Band courses will be at Blackdown CTC.