FIND YOUR CONFIDENCE.
BUILD YOUR NEXT CHAPTER.
A free program for youth ages 12–18. Explore the outdoors, learn to lead and discover what you can achieve with a team behind you.
A PLACE TO BELONG.
ROOM TO GROW.
Cadets develop leadership, citizenship and physical fitness through practical learning and shared challenges. You can arrive without experience and build skills one step at a time.
The corps welcomes Strathroy-area youth from all backgrounds. Cadets are not members of the Canadian Armed Forces and have no obligation to join.
Find out how to join ↗REAL SKILLS.
SHARED ADVENTURES.
Activities vary with the training plan, age, experience, resources and staff approval.
01 / THE CADET EXPERIENCEOutdoor & survival skills
Learn fieldcraft, shelter building and how to work safely as a team in the outdoors.
02 / THE CADET EXPERIENCEMap & compass
Practise navigation and orienteering, plan routes and develop sound decisions in unfamiliar surroundings.
03 / THE CADET EXPERIENCEFitness & adventure
Challenge yourself through physical activity and adventure training. Develop fitness, persistence and trust in your team.
04 / THE CADET EXPERIENCELeadership & responsibility
Learn to communicate, take responsibility and support others. Experienced cadets can help teach and lead younger cadets.
05 / THE CADET EXPERIENCECitizenship & service
Give back through community activities, including Remembrance Day, the poppy campaign, cleanups and local events.
06 / THE CADET EXPERIENCEFocus & teamwork
Build discipline through training such as drill and supervised marksmanship, with safety and mutual respect at the centre.
START WITH CURIOSITY.
GROW THROUGH EXPERIENCE.
Learn the foundations
Meet the corps, learn routines and practise the basic skills that help you participate with confidence.
Build your abilities
Develop your outdoor, fitness and teamwork skills through training and activities suited to your experience.
Put leadership into practice
As you progress, take on more responsibility and help other cadets develop their own abilities.
Depending on eligibility and availability, the wider Army Cadet Program can offer advanced expeditions, summer training and specialist opportunities. These are not guaranteed places or activities offered every year by this corps.
LEARN. PRACTISE.
COME BACK STRONGER.
Regular training is on Tuesdays, 6:30–9:00 pm, at 248 Keefer Street, Strathroy. Sessions may include instruction, practical teamwork, fitness or parade activities. Staff confirm each night’s plan, clothing and equipment.
Weekend activities and special events are announced separately. Always check staff communications for cancellations or location changes.
Explore the calendar ↗FOR PARENTS & GUARDIANS
- Core training and uniforms are provided at no cost.
- Trained Cadet Instructor Cadre personnel supervise the program.
- Screened civilian instructors and volunteers support the corps.
- Staff balance challenge with youth safety and welfare.
- Ask staff about individual needs before the first visit.
GOOD QUESTIONS.
A SIMPLE FIRST STEP.
Who can join?
Youth ages 12–18 who are Canadian citizens or authorized to reside in Canada. No previous cadet experience is needed.
What does the program cost?
The program is free to join, with uniforms and core training at no cost. Staff can explain any personal items needed for a specific activity.
Can we visit before deciding?
Contact staff to arrange a visit with a parent or guardian. They will confirm the date, what to wear and what to bring.
Are all activities available to every cadet?
Some activities have age, experience, medical, safety or selection requirements. Staff will explain the options available to each cadet.
How do we stay informed?
Use corps announcements and staff communications for confirmed details. Any calendar labelled sample is for demonstration only.
YOUR FIRST ADVENTURE STARTS WITH HELLO.
Meet the team, ask questions and see what cadet life could look like for you.