Activities this weekend
Friday
- Effective Speaking 1800-1900
- Debate 1900-2000 (see below)
Saturday
- Drill Without Arms 1100-1200 (boots and wedge)
- Drill With Arms 1230-130 (boots)
Sunday
- Marksmanship (invite-only - see below)
- no supply


Debate Team
The debate team is starting up this Friday from 1900-2000. The activity provides an opportunity for Air cadets to develop self-confidence, improve communication skills and increase their ability to reason, organize and express ideas logically and persuasively. This fosters the principles of teamwork, leadership, and parliamentary style debating. We hope to see you there!


Photography club
Club meetings Thursday 1830-2030
All are welcomed. Come ready to learn and have fun. If you own a camera, phone or laptop feel free to bring it with you if not don’t worry about it you are still welcomed. Looking forward to seeing you all there.

Message for Flight Sergeants
The TrgO will be meeting with each of you this coming Tuesday to discuss your appointment. Come prepared to discuss why you are the best fit for it. If you would like a specific appointment, message Capt. Hadwen on MS Teams so she can set up discussions with the appropriate department head.

Please check your MS Teams messages to review the TORs for appointments available.


Band
Band members - please try and be at the unit for 6pm on Tuesday night.
 
Biathlon Competitors
Harris and Zhu please read your team messages for the information for this weeks competition. Attached is the permission form. 


Bowling Party
The Squadron is holding a BOWLING PARTY on Monday Dec. 18th at Revs Rose Bowl—2482 Dougall Ave. courtesy of the SSC.

Fill out the attached form if you are interested in participating. Cadets are responsible for their own transport.
https://forms.office.com/r/TFLuhirBSg

If you would like to be seated with your friends, you must reserve a lane in the attached document on your Cadet365 account. Fill the spots accordingly; otherwise, you will be assigned a table at random.
https://cjcr365-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/ywang1900579_cdt_cadets_gc_ca/EQ2ZSlgD--xLiI8ueWPcHtMBKwg-t-oGnDGMBZmh85PQQA?e=Xy7OpY

The forms should be open for the next 2-3 weeks.


Marksmanship
Marksmanship is now invite only. Please see the below names for who is invited to try out for the teams. Please ensure you are on time for your time slot. If you can not make it or need to request a different time please message CI Topliffe on teams ASAP. Tryouts will last for an hour each time slot so please ensure your rides are aware.

9:00 am
Hoang A
Hoang N
Pang
Sak
Bollu
Wang
Vanesse

10:00 am
Bastien S
Bastien C
Skurvidayle
Phillips
Marion
Regher
Flynn

11:00 am
Fox
Diaz
Tauseef
Poulin
Gnanapragasam
Tucker
Patel, Prisha

12:00 pm
Leech
Corral Campo
Sutharsan
Sherazi
Thukral
Abusamra


From the Squadron Sponsoring Committee
Holiday Items Pickup
Catalog and web orders were available on Tuesday the 21st, and a few have yet to be picked up. Remaining orders will be in the SSC office on Tuesday the 28th if you were unable to get them this week. If you need to make special arrangements please email the SSC and we will work with you. ssc@364squadron.ca

​Schedule This Weekend
Saturday
- Band Practice 0830-1030
- Uniform Workshop 1100-1400 (see below)
- Drill Teams cancelled
Sunday
- Marksmanship 0900-1300. This is the last open tryout for the team. So if you are at all interested you need to be there. If you can't not make it, please message CI Topliffe on Teams 
- Supply 1200-1400

Uniform Workshop
This Saturday the squadron will be hosting a uniform workshop for all new cadets, or anyone who would like to brush up on their uniform knowledge. It will run from 1100hrs to 1400hrs. Bring your tie, boots, and dress shirt (if you have been issued them), but wear civilian attire.


Band
Band members are expected at the Hangar next Tuesday at 1800hrs (6pm). Bring your instruments.

​Schedule this Weekend
Friday
- Effective Speaking 1800-1930
Saturday
- Remembrance Day - see below
Sunday
- Open Range 0900-1300
- Supply Open 1200-1400

Harris and Zhu please come out to marksmanship practice this Sunday so we can practice for the upcoming biathlon competition. 


Commanding Officer's Parade
Our squadron will be holding our next Commanding Officer's Parade on Monday, November 13th 2023, and the Maj. Tilston Armouries on Sandwich Street in Windsor. This parade will include many presentations including promotions and a Change of Squadron Warrant Officer ceremony. Attached are the invitation and mapping information. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the location and the provided directions - there is a complete road closure on Sandwich street, and the location is only accessible from one direction.

Invitation
Maps


Remembrance Day Parade
Participating in the annual Remembrance Day Parade is one of our most important events. Honouring those who served our country and especially those who never came home. Following the Ceremony, the Sqn has been invited to attend a small ceremony where Windsor Regiment presents its old Guidon to the University of Windsor to be displayed in the old Armouries.


Dress is C1A - Dress Blues w/medals and whites.  FTUs if you don't have blues, and appropriate civilian attire otherwise. As the weather is predicted to be cold, layer appropriately. Parka with Uniform, civilian otherwise.

Timings - Report 1000hrs, ceremony is expected to run to approximately 1330hrs so eat a good breakfast prior to parade.

Location
- Report to Dieppe Park, East Side Parking Lot by Locomotive.
- Dismissal Dieppe Park

Parents are encouraged to stay and attend the ceremony.  

Band
We will hold a band practice Tuesday November 14th from 6:30pm to 9pm

Any parents with musical background that are interested in helping out with the band please reach out to Capt Diamond at 519 971 2644 or william.diamond@cadets.gc.ca


Photography club
Club meetings Thursdays 1830-2000
All are welcomed. Come ready to learn and have fun. If you own a camera feel free to bring it with you if not don’t worry about it you are still welcomed. Looking forward to seeing you all there.

Squadron Cameras
If you currently have a camera that belongs to the Squadron, please bring it with you on Thursday and check in with 2Lt Bryan.

​Schedule This Weekend
Friday
- Effective speaking 1800-1930

Saturday
- Supply Open 1000-1200
- Drill without Arms - 1100-1200
- Drill With Arms - 1230-1330
Sunday
This Sunday November 5th is the biathlon competition. We have 8 cadets going to compete on behalf of the squadron. The following biathlon team members are;
-Kurepa
-Cook
-Sak
-Abusamra, Samir
-Vanasse, Tristan
-Harris, Sarah
-Zhu, Jingshu
-Miles, Sophia

Attached is your permission form and kit list for the competition. You must bring your health card and permission form to get on the bus!

Cadets MUST be dropped off at Devonshire mall near the Keg by 0745hrs. Cadets are expected to be picked up from The Keg at 1700hrs.


CO's Parade - 13 November 2023
Our squadron will be holding our next Commanding Officer's Parade on Monday, November 13th 2023, and the Maj. Tilston Armouries on Sandwich Street in Windsor. This parade will include many presentations including promotions and a Change of Squadron Warrant Officer ceremony. Attached are the invitation and mapping information. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the location and the provided directions - there is a complete road closure on Sandwich street, and the location is only accessible from one direction.

Photography club
Club meetings begins this Thursday November 2nd 1800-2000
All are welcomed. Come ready to learn and have fun. If you own a camera feel free to bring it with you if not don’t worry about it you are still welcomed. Looking forward to seeing you all there.


Squadron Cameras
If you currently have a camera that belongs to the Squadron, please bring it with you on Tuesday and check in with 2Lt Bryan.

Level 4s
Reminder for those teaching this upcoming month, you must submit your lesson plan through the squadron website or Teams at least 1 week before the date of your lesson. Keep an eye out on Teams for updates and ask any questions you have there. If you do not have access to Teams speak to OCdt Hoang ASAP.


From the Squadron Warrant Officer
If anyone took a red Glad brand Tupperware container filled with cookies from the hangar by mistake at the Halloween party, please return it next Tuesday.


From the Squadron Sponsoring Committee

BOTTLE DRIVE Sat, Nov 4, 2023
Please come out and drop off any empty alcohol beverage bottles/cans/containers you have on Saturday, November 5, 2023 between 9am-12pm. All proceeds go towards our Air Cadets. If you prefer, you can drop your empties off at anytime into the our empties receptacle in the parking lot against the South Hangar wall. Please help spread the word - a PDF and jpg of the folder are attached to this email for easy sharing on your social media. If you have any questions, please email the SSC at ssc@364squadron.ca .  As always, thank you for your support!

Biathlon Permission Form
Bottle Drive - PDF
Bottle Drive - Image
CO's Parade - Invitation
CO's Parade - Mapping

Effective Speaking
This Friday, 1800-1930

This Weekend - TAG DAYS
The final schedule was sent out earlier today for this weekend's tag days. Please contact the SSC with any inquiries at scc@364squadron.ca

Due to Tag Days, there will be no practices and no supply this weekend.

Photography club
Club meetings begin Thursday November 2nd 1800-2000
All are welcomed. Come ready to learn and have fun. If you own a camera feel free to bring it with you if not don’t worry about it you are still welcomed. Looking forward to seeing you all there.

Halloween Party - Tuesday, October 31st
Completely optional for all cadets. Please come in an appropriate Halloween costume, there will be a costume contest. Music, games, and other fun! If you have any questions, MS Teams message FSgt Tharuvai, Lakshmi.

​Weekly Routine Orders
Attached. Reminder, all cadets need to check the WROs to determine whether they are in duty flight or if they need to wear their blue dress uniform, every week.

Weekly Flight Plan
Heads-up for all cadets and parents, our staff is currently working on a new delivery method for the weekly emails. The Google Group works "mostly" so we are looking for something that will work consistently, for all users. This does mean you will need to sign up for the new method when the time comes. More to follow.

Meal Restrictions
As we continue planning activities which may take place over meal periods, we are asking all cadets to complete this form. This will allow us to ensure your meal needs are met. Please note we are asking here for restrictions, not preferences. 

Link:https://forms.office.com/r/JKp0czzcmR

Please note, as the training year progresses, these forms will require that cadets sign-in using their Cadet365 account in order to submit a response. All cadets must have their accounts setup as soon as possible.

Results from Food Drive:
1st - Bandit
2nd - Hotel
3rd - Band
4th - Cobra
5th - Apollo
6th - Delorean

Congratulations and thank you to everyone who donated.

Level 3s
Attached is the Aide-Memorie Card for the PO 308 Assessment being conducted on Tuesday. A physical copy will be available.


Level 4s
Attached are the lessons you will be teaching based on your selections, if you have not chosen a lesson or if anything is incorrect please let OCdt Hoang know. Also attached is a checklist to aid in planning for your lesson.


Activities This Weekend
Friday
- Effective Speaking 1800-1930hrs (6pm-7:30pm)
Any cadets who are interested in improving their public speaking capabilities, building confidence and looking for a supportive group to help them achieve their goals are more than welcome to join us!
Returning members from last year's team are also more than welcome to come back to improve and share your experiences with others!


Saturday
- Drill Without Arms 1100-1200hrs (boots & wedges)
- Drill With Arms 1230-1330hrs (boots)
We are also opening up practices to those who wish supplementary training opportunities in drill.  Refresher training, missed lessons, etc.


Sunday
- Supply Open 1200-1400hrs
- Open Range 1100-1300hrs
- Biathlon 0900-1100hrs
Biathlon 9-11am last practice to try out for the team. Must have the weekend of Nov 4-5 available if you make the team.

From the Squadron Sponsoring Committee

TAG DAY NOTICES

1) Time change - the morning assignment is 0900-1230 not 0900-1200 as previously indicated
2) Parent volunteers - we are seeking the assistance of parents able to stay and supervise their child at their assigned tag location. Please notify ssc@364squadron.ca if you can supervise.
3) Release - the next Tag Day Schedule will be sent out in a special release later this week.
4) Schedule - please review each Tag Day Schedule as they are released. THERE WILL BE CHANGES RIGHT UP UNTIL THE LAST MOMENT.
5) Name not appearing? - if you are not on the Tag Day Schedule, please let the SSC know.

SSC REGISTRATION
Any cadets who have not yet signed up with the SSC should do so this week. https://app.teamlinkt.com/register/go/364lancastersquadronssc/38126


BOTTLE DRIVE/COLLECTION
Please consider saving any empty alcohol bottles, cans and boxes to donate to the squadron. These can be dropped at any time in the large white container located against the South Hangar wall in the squadron's parking lot.

We will also be holding our next bottle drive on Saturday, November 4, 2023.

All the funds we earn from this go towards supporting our cadets and the program.


HOLIDAY FUNDRAISER
We began our first fundraiser last week with the DFS Holiday Sale. If you did not receive your catalogue, we have more in the SSC office.
A couple reminders for you...
1. The catalog itself is only a portion of the items available. Be sure to go online so you can see all the products they have.
2. The fundraiser goes until October 24th. On the 24th we ask that any remaining orders, including payment, be turned in. Orders will be here for pickup on November 21st.
FINALLY, we're asking you to set a personal goal to sell 10 items. Every cadet who sells 10 items will be entered into a drawing to win a $10 gift card.


Attachments
Level 4 Lesson Assignments
Level 4 Lesson Checklist Reference Sheet
PO308 Aide-Memoire

​Enclosed are Tag Day Instructions and the Tag Day Schedule (schedule emailed only - not published online)
NOTE - the final schedule will be distributed Thursday, October 26.

What you need to do

1. REVIEW the Tag Day Schedule with your parent/guardian to ensure that you can attend your assigned location.  
2. REMAIN available for both days and all times until the final schedule is published.  
3. NOTIFY the Tag Day Coordinator by email (SSC@364squadron.ca) if you are not available on your assigned time/day even if you are not scheduled for that time since changes will be made to this schedule
4. READ the Tag Day Instructions and contact the Tag Day Coordinator by email (SSC@364squadron.ca) if you have any questions, or attend the SSC office on training night

Please note, your tagging location may be different each day.  I have tried to highlight any persons whose tagging location moves, but it is your responsibility to ensure you attend Tag Day when and as required.

Tag Day Instructions

Weekly Routine Orders
the WROs are attached. Reminder to all cadets to check these every week as they identify the Duty Flight, DEU Flight (the flight that wears the blue uniform), and the Duty NCO/Officer. The WROs also identify the general uniform - what everyone is expected to wear. This week, for example, all cadets are expected to wear C-5E, which is PT gear (sports attire). There is no DEU flight - so no one should be in blue uniform.

Schedule this weekend
Saturday
- 1100-1200hrs: Drill Without Arms (boots & wedge)
- 1230-1330hrs: Drill With Arms (boots)
(anyone wishing extra instruction on drill is welcome to come participate)

Sunday
- 0900-1100hrs: Biathlon
- 1100-1300hrs: Marksmanship
- 1200-1400hrs: Supply open
(If you have any interest in joining either the  Marksmanship Teams or the Biathlon team, make sure you come out. The more practice you get. The higher chance you are selected for a team.)


Message from the Squadron Warrant Officer
A reminder to all cadets that you need to be at the squadron by 1830hrs (6:30pm). Unless you are a Sgt and above, you should not be showing up any earlier than that. 


Food Drive - Sunday 08 October 2023
To support our community, 364 will be hosting a food drive. This will help families on the Thanksgiving holiday have meals. We ask that cadets and their families donate non-perishable foodstuffs.

To encourage donations, each flight will be competing to see who can bring in the most non-perishable foodstuffs. Collections will be tallied and divided by the number of cadets in each flight. The flight that has the most donations will get to skip a rotation of duty (nightly cleaning duties). As well, cadets who are in need of community service hours can be rewarded with an hour per foodstuffs donated.

Cadets can start bringing in their non-perishable foodstuffs starting on Tuesday. Sunday 08 October will be the last day to bring them in, staff will be at the unit from 1000-1400 to accept donations during the day. Any cadets wanting to come and help out on this day, please contact Captain Hadwen on MS Teams.

Attention Level Fives
As WO2 Lasorda discussed with each of you this past Tuesday, in order to complete your level five program and qualify for your WO2 rank, you need to complete your PO 503. To complete this you need to do the following: 

1. Be in a Leadership Position (eg. flight commander, or coach) 
2. Organize a leadership project (eg. parties, movie nights, social nights), and 
3. Do a leadership assessment (similar to the level 3 and 4). 

In order to complete the leadership project, you MUST send a proposal to Captain Hadwen (Trg O) or OCdt Hoang (Asst Trg O) and get approval. Proposal outlines can be found in your logbook (posted on MS Teams) and can be sent through MS Teams or given in person.

Attention FCpls and Sgts
In accordance with CATOs and Cadet Policies, in order to qualify for your next promotion you need to complete the following:

FCpl to Sgt

• 6 months as FCpl
• completion of the level 3 program
• PO 303 leadership assessment

Sgt to FSgt

• 6 months as Sgt
• completion of the level 4 program
• PO 403 leadership assessment

If you are curious as to what you are missing, please contact your flight commander or your level officer. If you would like to complete either a PO 303 leadership assessment or a PO 403 assessment, please see any staff member, a WO2, or the WO1. 

From the Squadron Sponsoring Committee (SSC)
TAG DAY SCHEDULE
The first version of the Tag Day schedule for October 28 and 29 will be sent out later this week as a special SSC announcement.  Tag Day instructions will be included.  Please review both carefully.

IF YOU CANNOT ATTEND ONE OR MORE OF THESE DAYS OR CANNOT ATTEND THE ASSIGNED LOCATION, YOU MUST CONTACT THE TAG DAY COORDINATOR AT ssc@364squadron.ca NLT 1700 ON SATURDAY OCTOBER 7.

We need all our seniors who are able to attend.  Please make every effort to be available.

The following individuals need to complete their registration with the SSC using this link TeamLinkt Registration

BEAUDIN J
DUONG E
GHUMAN J
KHAN N
KINTENGA O
KUREPA M
PATEL AAYUSH
PATEL MISHA
SHERAZI T

TAG DAYS


Our Fall Tag Days are October 28 and 29.  

Cadets 
It is anticipated that ALL cadets will participate in both Tag Days.  If you are unable to attend, please e-mail SSC@364squadron.ca. Put Tag Days in the message line and provide a reason you are unavailable for the date in question.  Include your FULL NAME.

Parents
If parents are willing and able to supervise their own child on tag day(s), please contact the SSC at the e-mail address above. Supervision involves you parking your car at the tagging location and remaining where you can watch your cadet. 

If you are interested in helping out in other ways, please e-mail the SSC, put Volunteer in the message line. If your involvement includes interacting with cadets, we will provide you with information on how to obtain a police clearance. 

TAG DAY TRAVEL


We are looking for senior cadets (3 yrs +) willing to travel to Belle River and Essex for Tag Days.  If you are able to travel there, please let the SSC office know on Tuesday.  If no volunteers come forward, senior cadets may be assigned to these more distant locations as needed.  

SSC FUNDRAISING


FALL FUNDRAISER
We are kicking off our fall fundraiser next week and we are counting on your support! Once again we have partnered with Dieleman Fundraising with over 400 products to choose from in both a catalog and online shop. Cadets will receive the catalogs and instructions of how to create an online account at training on Tuesday, October 3. Fundraisers like this are essential for this squadron so that we can support the training program as well as offer the additional opportunities and activities that make our squadron successful and fun.
We are asking ALL cadets to participate if you can, and we ask that you set a personal goal to sell AT LEAST 10 ITEMS. These products make great holiday gifts for family, teachers, coworkers and friends. The order period will be 3 weeks this year, from October 3 to October 24, and any items shipped to the squadron will be available on November 21. 

Please help us make our first fundraiser a successful one!
 
FUNDSCRIP
A reminder to all parents that we are still raising funds through FUNDSCRIP, where you order gift cards online. The cards are delivered directly to your home. Keep them for personal use (gas, groceries, etc.) or to give away (e.g. restaurants, clothing, books). 
 
A percentage of the cost of each gift card comes directly to the Squadron in the form of a donation.  You do not pay anything but the cost of the stamp for delivery.
 
Step 1) Go to www.fundscrip.com/
Step 2) click on support a group 
Step 3) enter invitation code: 96L7C5
Step 4) Create your profile
Step 5) Order cards and earn money for cadets
​

​Drill Teams
Drill teams are starting practices this week on Saturday. All cadets are welcome.

Drill Without Arms Saturday 1100-1200  Bring Parade Boots and Wedges
Drill With Arms Saturday 1230-130 Bring Parade Boots
 
We are also opening up practices to those who wish supplementary training opportunities in drill.  Refresher training, missed lessons, etc.


Pilot Training Ground School
If you are interested in taking the Glider/Power Pilot Training Course in Summer 2024, this is your last opportunity to sign up for the ground school. In order to be eligible for Glider, you must turn 16 before the end of August; to be eligible for Power, you must turn 17 before the end of August.

Link:  https://forms.gle/XCcmhz2vTaxW8Ptc9

Cadets who wish to participate in Ground School but are not eligible for the summer training course can participate, but they will need to sign up with WO2 Marion on Tuesday night.

Mandatory Training - Sunday, 01 October 2023
This Sunday there will be mandatory training at the squadron building. All cadets, including new recruits, are expected to participate. 

Timings: 0800-1600hrs (8am-4pm); lunch will be provided
Order of Dress: Flight Sergeants and above in FTUs; everyone else in appropriate civilian attire.

Due to the training taking place, Supply will be closed this Sunday.

CO's Parade - Tuesday 03 October 2023
This upcoming Tuesday, 364 will be having its first of many CO's parades. During this parade, we will be giving out promotions that have come through throughout the summer and during September, and some summer qualification badges. Parents are encouraged to come and watch. It will start approximately 2015 and end at the normal dismal time. 


Food Drive - Sunday 08 October 2023
To support our community, 364 will be hosting a food drive. This will help families on the Thanksgiving holiday have meals. We ask that cadets and their families donate non-perishable foodstuffs.

To encourage donations, each flight will be competing to see who can bring in the most non-perishable foodstuffs. Collections will be tallied and divided by the number of cadets in each flight. The flight that has the most donations will get to skip a rotation of duty (nightly cleaning duties). As well, cadets who are in need of community service hours can be rewarded with an hour per foodstuffs donated.

Cadets can start bringing in their non-perishable foodstuffs starting on Tuesday. Sunday 08 October will be the last day to bring them in, staff will be at the unit from 1000-1400 to accept donations during the day. Any cadets wanting to come and help out on this day, please contact Captain Hadwen on MS Teams.

Attention Level Fives
As WO2 Lasorda discussed with each of you this past Tuesday, in order to complete your level five program and qualify for your WO2 rank, you need to complete your PO 503. To complete this you need to do the following: 

1. Be in a Leadership Position (eg. flight commander, or coach) 
2. Organize a leadership project (eg. parties, movie nights, social nights), and 
3. Do a leadership assessment (similar to the level 3 and 4). 

In order to complete the leadership project, you MUST send a proposal to Captain Hadwen (Trg O) or OCdt Hoang (Asst Trg O) and get approval. Proposal outlines can be found in your logbook (posted on MS Teams) and can be sent through MS Teams or given in person.

Attention FCpls and Sgts
In accordance with CATOs and Cadet Policies, in order to qualify for your next promotion you need to complete the following:

FCpl to Sgt

• 6 months as FCpl
• completion of the level 3 program
• PO 303 leadership assessment

Sgt to FSgt

• 6 months as Sgt
• completion of the level 4 program
• PO 403 leadership assessment

If you are curious as to what you are missing, please contact your flight commander or your level officer. If you would like to complete either a PO 303 leadership assessment or a PO 403 assessment, please see any staff member, a WO2, or the WO1. 

Squadron Sponsoring Committee (SSC)
The squadron sponsoring committee also has several announcements. These will come in a separate email.