Volunteer with 703 RCACS

The Cadet Program provides opportunities for youth to gain valuable knowledge and skills that build confidence and help pave the way in a transition to adulthood. Cadets engage in varied and unique experiences, while developing competencies in leadership, citizenship, and physical and mental fitness. Offering positive youth development programs, sea, land, and air cadet corps and squadrons are located in communities across Canada.

The Cadet Program strives to offer Cadets a safe, welcoming, and supportive program environment where all feel respected, valued, included and able to achieve their full potential.

Volunteers are essential to the success of the Cadet Program. They are the backbone of the program, providing leadership, mentorship, and support to the Cadets. Volunteers are typically parents, former Cadets, former or current members of the Regular Forces or Primary Reserve, or members of the community who are passionate about youth development and community service.

Volunteer Opportunities:

Volunteers are typically used to fill the following roles (among others):

• Instructing (both general and specialist; i.e. sports, marksmanship, music, canoeing, etc)
• Coaching & mentoring
• Administration and support
• Supply and logistics

Benefits of Volunteering

• Personal growth and development
• Leadership and mentorship opportunities
• Networking and community involvement
• Training and development opportunities
• Potential for future part time employment opportunities as a Civilian Instructor (CI) or Cadet Instructor Cadre (CIC) Officer

Requirements to become a Volunteer:

• Minimum of 18 years old, no maximum age
• Must be reviewed and recommended by the corps/squadron Commanding Officer
• Must complete the Civilian Volunteer Agreement
• Must complete the Reliability Screening process every 5 years (includes a Police Records Check and a Vulnerable Sector Screening)

Application Process:

• Complete and submit the form below to indicate your interest in volunteering.
• The Corps / Squadron Commanding Officer will reach out to you to schedule an interview or let you know if there are no opportunities available at the moment.
• After a successful interview there will be further paperwork required to be submitted, the CO will assist in preparing and submitting the required documentation.