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SSC Members...
The Squadron Sponsoring Committee (SSC) is an organized group of volunteers who support your child’s cadet training. The SSC works alongside the training staff (CIC officers) to ensure that every child benefits from the program. The SSC organizes fundraising events and provides logistical support for training exercises. They are an indispensable part of the cadet program.
By joining the Squadron Sponsoring Committee, you become part of this incredible group of volunteers and help make a difference in your child’s life.
SSC Members...
- Registered with the OPC
- Requires an application form (here),
- Membership is Valid for 5 years
- Includes a photo ID badge,
- Can hold executive seats,
- Can vote in SSC elections,
- Can register as a Driver,
- Expected to attend all SSC meetings,
- These are the members who make the squadron possible.
Executive Members...
- Executive roles run for a 3-year term,
- Direct the future of the squadron,
- Manage the squadron’s finances,
- Manage the volunteers.
Executive Roles
- Chairperson – soon to be vacant
- Vice Chair –currently vacant
- Treasurer – soon to be vacant
- Assistant Treasurer –currently vacant
- Secretary –currently vacant
1. Register as a Member
FIRST, complete this form:
All fields are required. The information you submit above will be stored by the Argus SSC and used to contact you regarding squadron operations. Your email will also be added to the Argus Newsletter.
2. Download the Application
SECOND, download and complete this application form. The form also includes directions on how to obtain your background check. This is not the same as the driver’s background check. The OPC requires background checks to be done through “Sterling Backcheck.”
The results of your background check are sent directly to the OPC. You will not see it and neither will the SSC.
3. Submit the Application
3. THIRD, return your completed application to the SSC. The completed package will be reviewed by the SSC who will then conduct a short in-person interview with you.
The Completed Package
Your final submission will include:
- 1. Your background check receipt
- 2. Your OPC Screening and Registration Form
- 3. A portrait photo of yourself (digital file is preferred)
- 4. Your photo ID
Benefits of Volunteering
One of the greatest benefits of volunteering is knowing that you’re contributing to a good cause by sharing your time and skills. I, Lance (SSC Chairman), have been part of this program since 2014 and have witnessed firsthand how it helps kids grow. My own child has told me many times, “Daddy, I don’t know what I would do if I wasn’t a cadet.” I’ve never heard this kind of enthusiasm for piano, gymnastics, art, swimming, or any other activity.
If you’re a cadet parent, consider the long-term impact your involvement will have on your child. By volunteering, you’ll show your child that you’re committed to a worthwhile program and are willing to put in effort, just like you’re asking them to do. This is a powerful lesson that will motivate them to push themselves even harder. Remember, our actions speak louder than words.
3 Ways to Volunteer
Guiding Principles for a Squadron Sponsoring Committee
- We strive for a high level of involvement from parents, guardians and supporters in collective efforts that make our squadron strong, using newsletters, E-mail, and in-person communications.
- We provide awareness of the partnerships involved in the Air Cadet program by meeting the parent or guardian of a cadet at the time of enrolment.
- We comply fully with Federal and Provincial laws regarding the privacy of personal information and maintain strict confidentiality with regard to the storage and non-disclosure of related records.
- We develop fundraising activities separate and distinct from any requiring the participation of cadets while fully supporting them in their campaigns.
- We recognize our financial supporters and volunteers who have worked to make our squadron successful.
- We maintain a record of all elections, assets and financial activities, which includes a quarterly statement of financial income and expenditures and complete all required reports in a timely manner.
- We promote community awareness of national, provincial and local organizations that generate interest and opportunities in aviation for cadets and our partnership with the Department of National Defence and their support and delivery of the Air Cadet Program.
- We uphold zero tolerance for any form of abusive behaviour and train everyone involved with the squadron accordingly.
- We proactively recruit qualified resource people from the community for all aspects of the program and ensure candidates are screened promptly and thoroughly.
- We work to provide resources needed for optional activities to enhance the retention of serving cadets and attracting recruits to our squadron.
Our Sub-Committees
There is a lot to do in a squadron. To help keep on top of the myriad of tasks we’ve created the following sub-committees. These roles are all currently open and we need your help filling them.
- Fundraising Coordinator
- Transportation Committee Coordinator
- Transportation Committee Driver
- Tagging Coordinator
- Corporate Sponsorships Coordinator
- Facilities Coordinator
- Recruiting Coordinator
- Merchandising Coordinator
- Canteen Team
