United We Stand, Together We’re Strong

We’re a proud not-for-profit whose aim is to instill leadership and honourable values in our Canadian youth to inspire them to be the change-makers of tomorrow.

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For any questions regarding Unit Operations, Training, etc. please email 856air@cadets.gc.ca.

About Us

856 Squadron is an Air Cadet Squadron located in Pickering, Ontario. With over 150 cadets, our youth organization promotes good citizenship, leadership, physical fitness, and supports the interest of youth in the sea, land, and air activities of the Canadian Forces.

856 Air Cadets parades at the East Shore Community Centre on Wednesday nights between 1830hrs – 2130hrs.

What You Can Learn

Aviation

Aviation

Sore to great heights by flying a glider or power aircraft. Keep the momentum going by earning a pilot license!

Survival

Survival

Build shelters, start fires, eat MREs oh my! Learn survival skills to survive the great outdoors.

Marksmanship

Marksmanship

Get right on target, through superior training and participating in Olympic marksmanship style competitions.

Leadership

Leadership

Get ready to take charge! Learn to become a great leader by developing your skills and having the opportunity to lead cadets.

Music

Music

Hit the high notes with the band. Explore traditions of marching music while enhancing teamwork and leadership skills.

Drill

Drill

Learn ATTEN-TION to detail along with discipline, self-awareness and teamwork skills.

Canadian Armed Forces

Canadian Armed Forces

Learn about the different opportunities available in all elements of the Canadian Armed Forces.

Instructing

Instructing

Learn the ‘A’lpha, ‘B’ravo, ‘C’harlie’s of instruction inside and outside a typical classroom setting.

Sports

Sports

Get active and move! Try out some sports and increase your physical activity.

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Our Sponsors

Kinsmen & Kinette Club of Pickering

Our Fundraising Partners

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