We will inform everyone thru our CallEmAll and this website when we will be starting up cadets once again.

NEWS

September 18, 2020:

The following survey is being requested for all existing cadets who will be returning this Training year. 
We are seeking information from cadets and parents/guardians to assist us in better communicating with all returning cadets, and assisting us with our virtual training initiative (more to come shortly). This Survey will be open from September 4th to September 23, 2020. Please click the following icon/link to proceed to the Survey.

Thank you.

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September 17, 2020:

All Cadets, and Parents/Guardians - Please find here a letter from Lieutenant-Colonel B. Leonard - Commanding Officer of the Regional Cadet Support Unit (Central) regarding Return to Training and additional information regarding the cadet program and COVID-19 (click here to open the letter).

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September 16, 2020:

#2525 Army Cadet Corps - CO Virtual Meet and Greet
Mon, Sep 21, 2020 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM (EDT)

All cadets, and parents/guardians are invited to this virtual meeting. 

An email was sent to all cadets/parents/guardians' email addresses we had on file. If you did not receive this email with the Virtual meting information, please email us at 2525armycadets@gmail.com and provide us your email address, and include your son/daughter's Full Name within the email. Thank You.

The following survey is being requested for all existing cadets who will be returning this Training year.
We are seeking information from cadets and parents/guardians to assist us in better communicating with all returning cadets, and assisting us with our virtual training initiative (more to come shortly). This Survey will be open from September 4th to September 23, 2020. Please click the following icon/link to proceed to the Survey.

Thank you.

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August 19, 2020:

• As of today, a decision has been made to not have any in person activities until October 1, 2020. It would be re-assessed towards mid-September. For additional information, please click on the following link (letter from The National Cadet and Junior Canadian Ranger Support Group)

• We will provide further details on when we will be meeting (virtually) in September thru our Call-Em-All, on this website, and thru the emails we have on file for each cadets/parents/guardians.

• If any NEW cadets are interested in joining #2525 Army cadets, they can either email 2525armycadets@gmail.com, or sign up thru the new ONLINE REGISTRATION TOOL. The online registration tool is now available as a part of the new “Join-Cadets” page on Canada.ca at www.canada.ca/join-cadets.   (once you submit your application, an email will be sent to our general email, and we will contact you directly).

• In addition, if you are interested in learning more details on the Cadet and Junior Rangers Program, please search and implement the App called "CJCR-CRJC" on your Apple or Android devices.

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May 7, 2020: We are proud to announce the launch of new components to our web presence on Canada.ca! These new tools will be available publicly online, without a password, to ensure they are available to as many Cadets and adult supervisors as possible. Today, we are launching a cadet learning portal, an adult learning portal, and a COVID-19 information page as a part of our initial steps towards maintaining engagement. 

Check out the page: Cadet Learning Portal

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Upcoming Events/Announcements  (also please visit our calendar of events for the entire year)

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If any NEW cadets are interested in joining #2525 Army cadets, they can either email 2525armycadets@gmail.com, or sign up thru the new ONLINE REGISTRATION TOOL. The online registration tool is now available as a part of the new “Join-Cadets” page on Canada.ca at  www.canada.ca/join-cadets .   (once you submit your application, an email will be sent to our general email, and we will contact you directly).

    

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A fun, and exciting youth organization challenging young boys & girls between the ages of 12-18.

Welcome to the website of 2525 The Ontario Regiment Royal Canadian (Army) Cadet Corps

2525 The Ontario Regiment Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps is a youth organization part of the Canadian Cadet Program for people between 12 and 18 years of age. Unlike other youth groups, there are no fees associated with membership.

The aim of the Cadet Program is to develop in youth the attributes of good citizenship and leadership, promote physical fitness and stimulate the interest of youth in sea, land and air activities of the Canadian Forces.

Overall, the mission of the Cadet Program is to contribute to the development and preparation of youth for the transition to adulthood—through a dynamic, community-based program. 

 

Additionally, the vision of the Cadet Program is to offer the program of choice for Canada’s youth, in order to prepare them to become the leaders of tomorrow through a set of fun, challenging, well-organized and safe activities.

Cadets are encouraged to become active, responsible members of their communities. The Cadet Program helps its members develop self-confidence and self-esteem. The organization also promotes teamwork environment. Other benefits may include high school credits, scholarships, and training in public speaking.

 

It is important to note that army cadets are not members of the Canadian Forces. Cadets are taught, however, by Cadet Instructor Cadre Officers, part-time primary reserves officers of the Canadian Armed Forces specializing in coaching and mentoring youth to become leaders and better citizens of tomorrow.

The staff and cadets from the unit meet every Monday evening at the Pickering High School. Throughout this website, you will be able to learn more about the activities that the cadet corps has to offer young people interested in joining.

The unit is proud to be affiliated with The Ontario Regiment, which is an armoured reconnaissance regiment in Oshawa, Ont. The cadet corps is sponsored by the Pickering and Ajax Legion.