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UNIT STANDING ORDERS

Issued by authority of the Commanding Officer September 2010 (revised)

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INSERT UNIT Royal Canadian Cadets

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September 2010 (revised)

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1. These Unit Standing Orders (USOs) are issued under the authority of the Commanding Officer (CO) (insert unit). They are intended to supplement and amplify the Canadian Forces (CF) orders, publications and directives as they relate to the Officers, staff and cadets of the Canadian Cadet Movement (CCM) affiliated with (insert Unit). 2. The USOs are effective upon receipt and are applicable to all Officers, Non-Commissioned Members (NCM) of the CF, Civilian Instructors (CI)/Volunteers (CV) and cadets involved with <insert unit name> Unit. 3. Copies of the orders will be made readily accessible to all staff members of (insert Unit) for review and reference, and will also be made available by electronic form to all cadets. It is the responsibility of the individual to make themselves aware of the content of the orders and to keep current with amendments. 4.Visitors to the Unit are also subject to the USO’s and it is incumbent upon those members who are hosting visitors and transient personnel to advise them of those orders which apply in each case. 5. The USO’s shall be reviewed annually and updated as required. All requests to amendment the USOs shall be submitted in writing to the CO. Captain Commanding Officer

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

RECORD FOREWORD INTRODUCTION Issuing Authority Aim Jurisdiction Distribution and Amendment 100 PERSONNEL 101 – Duties and Responsibilities 102 – Command and Control 103 – Chain of Command 104 – Promotions 105 – Promotion Criteria 106 – Unit Appointments 107 – Unit Trophies and Awards 108 – 199 Not Allocated 200 – TERMS OF REFERENCE: OFFICERS - PRIMARY DUTY APPOINTMENTS 201 – Commanding Officer 202 – Deputy Commanding Officer 203 – Administration Officer 204 – Assistant Administration Officer 205 – Supply Officer 207 – Training Officer 208 – Assistant Training Officer 209 – Not Allocated 210 – TERMS OF REFERENCE: OFFICERS - SECONDARY DUTY APPOINTMENTS 211 – Range Safety Officer 212 – Unit Human Rights Advisor 213 – Band Officer 214 – Instructors 215 – 299 – Not Allocated 300 – TERMS OF REFERENCE: CADET RANKS 301 – WO1/CWO/CPO1 Unit Cadet Commander 302 – WO2/MWO/CPO2 – Deputy Unit Commander, 303 – FSgt/WO/PO1 – Flight/Platoon/Division Commander 304 – Sgt/PO2 305 – FCpl/MCpl/MS 306 – Cpl/LS 307 – Pte/LC/AB 308 – Cadet 309 – Not Allocated 310 – TERMS OF REFERENCE: CADET APPOINTMENTS 311 – Unit Cadet Commander (UCC) 312 – Cadet Deputy Unit Commander (DUC) 313 – Unit Warrant Officer 314 – Section Commander

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315 – Duty NCM 316 – Duty Corporal 317 – 399 – Not Allocated 400 – Unit OPERATIONS 401 – Unit Routine 402 – Dress Regulations 404 – Deportment 405 – Paying of Compliments 406 – Salute Zones 407 – Code of Discipline 408 – Drug and Alcohol Policy 409 – Smoking Policy 410 – Unit Fire Orders 411 – Unit Staff Meetings 412 – Male – Female Relationships 413 – 499 – Not Allocated 500 – TRAINING 501 – Training Staff – Terms of Reference 502 – Training Level Officer (TLO) 503 - Training Warrant Officer (Trg WO) 504 – Instructor 505 - Evaluator 506 – Training Standard Operating Procedures 507 – Local Training 508 – Summer Camp Selection 509 – 599 – Not Allocated 600 – ADMINISTRATION 601 – Recruit Administration Procedures 602 - General 603 – Attendance and Leave 604 - Attendance 605 - Leave 606 – 699 – Not Allocated 700 – SUPPLY 701 – Hours of Operation 702 – Proper Care and Use of Uniform 703 – Damage or Loss of Cadet Uniform or Pieces Thereof 703 – Uniform Return Policy 704 – 799 – Not Allocated 800 – OTHER ORDERS 801 – Mess Dinner 802 – Range Standing Orders 803 – 899 Not Allocated ABBREVIATIONS ANNEXS ILLUSTRATIONS

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INTRODUCTION Issuing Authority 1. These orders are issued under the authority of the Commanding Officer (CO) (insert unit). They supplement the orders issued by NDHQ, and its various branches of authority (Region, Detachment, etc). These orders supersede all previous versions and amendments. 2.References: a.Queen’s Regulations and Orders – Cadets (QR&O) b. Canadian Forces Administrative Orders (CFAO) c. Atlantic Region Cadet Orders (ARCO) d. Atlantic Region Cadet Code of Discipline. e. Cadet Administrative and Training Orders (CATO) f. Drug and Alcohol Policy for Cadets g. Canadian Forces Dress Regulations (A-AD-265-000/AG-001) h. Dress Regulations for Royal Canadian Cadets (A-CR-CCP-990/Pt-001) Aim 3.These orders define the unit’s organization, regulations and terms of reference that do not change frequently. Their foremost purpose is to promote efficient unit operation. All personnel shall familiarize themselves with, obey and enforce all regulations, orders, rules and instructions necessary for the performance of their duties. Jurisdiction 4. The Unit Standing Orders (USOs) are applicable to all Officers, civilian personnel, and cadets affiliated with the unit while participating in a unit authorized event. Visitors to the unit are also subject to the unit’s policies and procedures. Unit members who are hosting visitors shall advise them of the orders which apply in each case. Distribution and Amendment 5. A hardcopy of the USOs will be available in the library (see AdmO) and will be emailed to all cadets upon publication in PDF form. It is the responsibility of every member of the unit to become familiar with these orders. 6.These orders will be reviewed annually and amended as required by the CO. All recommendations for amendment to the USOs must be submitted in writing to the CO. 100 – PERSONNEL 101 – Duties and Responsibilities 1.All Officers, civilian personnel and cadets are personally responsible for the proper execution of all duties assigned to them by higher authority. Officers holding supervisory positions are in turn responsible

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for assigning and supervising the duties of their subordinates. Any failure on the part of an individual to fulfill his duties properly must result in immediate and appropriate corrective measures taken by his immediate supervisor. 2. All members of the unit staff are expected to be present at support and optional training exercises as required, and as individual schedules permit. These activities include survival exercises, citizenship tours, parades, community activities and competitions. 3. All members of the unit are to conduct them selves at all times in a manner that brings credit to the Canadian Forces (CF) and the Canadian Cadet Movement (CCM). 102 – Command and Control 1. The Vice Chief of the Defence Staff (VCDS) has the ultimate responsibility for the Cadet Program and is located at National Defence Headquarters (NDHQ), in Ottawa. 2. The Commanding Officer (CO) is directly responsible to the Commander of Atlantic Region through the Region Cadet Officer (RCO) and his/her subordinates the Staff Officer 2 (SO-2) and the Area Cadet Officer (ACO). 3.The CO (or designate) is the only person authorized to directly contact the Regional Cadet Support Unit (RCSU) at Shearwater, NS. 4. Contact with the Cadet League (CL) or Sponsor will be made through the CO (or designate). 5.The CO has a right to expect the support of all personnel under his/her command. The CO may seek suggestions from other staff members when making decisions, however the CO is the ultimate authority who makes the final decision, and all personnel shall support it once made. The CO bears full responsibility for all decisions made within the unit. 103 – Chain of Command 1. All section heads, the Deputy Commanding Officer (DCO) and the Unit Cadet Commander (Unit Comd / UCC) answer directly to the CO. 2.The Unit Deputy Cadet Commander (D/Comd / DUC), the Unit Warrant Officer(SWO/RSM/COXN) and the Flight/Platoon/Division/Platoon Commanders answer directly to the Sqn/Coy Comd/ UCC. 3.All Officers and civilian personnel answer directly to their respective section heads. All cadets not holding a position already mentioned answer directly to their respective F/Comd. 4.All members of the staff as well as cadets may make an appointment with the Unit Human Rights Advisor (UHRA) directly without going through the chain of command. 104 – Promotions 1.Promotions will be held generally once in the fall (October) at the Mess Dinner and once before the Annual Review (May). Promotions may also occur on other occasions to meet operational requirements. 2. The number of positions the unit may promote to each rank is determined by the unit’s quota (effective strength) as directed in CATO 51-02, Annex A. 3.If no candidate is found suitable for promotion, the Commanding Officer has the authority not to promote any of the eligible candidates. Although a cadet meets the minimum requirements, the final decision to promote a cadet or not rests with the Commanding Officer.

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4.Any Cadet who thinks he/she should be/have been promoted may request to see the Commanding Officer through the chain of command. 5.In accordance with CATO 51-02, the Commanding Officer of a unit may, with due cause, demote any cadet who holds an acting rank and demote any cadet who holds a confirmed rank up to and including the rank of Sergeant. The Commanding Officer of a unit may recommend, with due cause, the demotion of a cadet who holds the confirmed rank above Sergeant, with final approval authority being determined by the Regional Cadet Officer. 6 .No Staff members or Cadet, regardless of rank or position, except for the Commanding Officer, may demote a Cadet, or have a Cadet lose his qualification badges. 105 – Promotion Criteria 1.A member of this unit becomes eligible for promotion to the next rank when he/she has met all of the minimum National and Local Standards detailed below, has been approved by the Promotion Board and a vacant position exists for the rank. 2.In addition to these minimum requirements, the cadet shall have mastered the duties and responsibilities of the rank and/or position presently occupied, and shall also be an excellent example to others in their overall performance. 3. The promotion criteria are based on national and local standards as addressed in CATO 51-02 Cadet Promotions. 4.The criteria below shall be met before a cadet is eligible for promotion. The ranks of Pte, Cpl and MCpl promotions are automatic if the criteria are met and approved by the Promotion Board. a. (LAC/PTE/AB) i. Actively participate in the Unit mandatory training for a period of five (5) months. B .Corporal (Cpl) i. Successful completion of Proficiency Level 1; ii. 6 months satisfactory service as a LAC/PTE/AB. c. Flight/Platoon/Division Corporal i. Successful completion of Proficiency Level 2; ii. 6 months satisfactory service as Cpl; iii .Successful completion of Familiarization summer course preferred; iv.70% Attendance or better; v. 70% Uniform average or better. d. Sgt/PO2 i. Complete at least six months satisfactory service at the rank of Corporal; ii. Successful completion of Proficiency Level 3; iii. Successful completion of an Introductory Specialty summer course is preferred; iv. Uniform marks must meet a minimum of 75%; v. Have a minimum of 75% attendance. e. FSgt/WO/PO1

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i. Complete at least six months satisfactory service at the rank of sgt/PO2; ii. Successful completion of Proficiency Level 4; iii. Successful completion of an Advanced Specialty summer course is preferred; iv. Uniform marks must be minimum 80%; v. Have a minimum of 80% attendance. f. WO2/MWO/CPO2 i. Complete at least six months satisfactory service at the rank of Flight/Platoon/Division Sergeant; ii. Successfully complete Proficiency Level 5; iii. Successful completion of an Advanced Specialty summer course is preferred; iv. Uniform marks must be minimum 90%; v. Submit a 1 page narrative and pass a promotion review interview with the Promotion Board; vi. Have a minimum of 90% attendance. g.WO1/RSM/CPO1 i. Completed a minimum six months satisfactory service at the rank of WO2/MWO/CPO2; ii .Successfully completed Level 5; iii. Successful completion of an Advanced Specialty summer course is preferred; iv. Uniform marks must be minimum 95%; v. Submit a one page narrative and pass a promotion review interview with the Promotion Board; vi. Have a minimum of 95% attendance. 5. Additional ‘satisfactory service’ criteria apply to all ranks above FCpl/MCpl/MS, which includes: a. Attitude b. Initiative c. Disciplinary issues d. Professionalism e. Displays good followership f .Displays leadership potential 6. Promotion Board 1.A Promotion Board shall be established to consider all requests for promotion and shall be set as follows: a. The Board shall be comprised of the Training Officer, Administration Officer and Unit Cadet Commander. The DCO (or other officer so designated) shall be its chair and shall only have a vote in a tie decision. It shall meet on the First Wednesday of October, December, February and April after the CO’s parade, for consideration of promotion requests. B .The Commanding Officer reserves the right to make a promotion without due consideration by the Promotion Board. 2.Once the Promotion Board has reviewed a request for a promotion they shall make a recommendation and submit it to the Commanding Officer for consideration and determination. Final authority for promotion is vested in the Commanding Officer for all NCM ranks. 3.The aforegoing criteria in section 105.4 shall be used by the Promotion Board for consideration of an individual. 4. Flight/Platoon/Division Commanders shall make recommendations for Promotions to the Promotion Board through the SWO/RSM/COXN on a monthly basis as the requirements are met.

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5. The SWO/RSM/COXN shall compile requests for promotion and submit such requests to the DUC who will review such requests with the SWO/RSM/COXN and accept input from the SWO/RSM/COXN on such promotions. 6. The DUC shall meet with the UCC two weeks prior to the Promotion Board scheduled meeting and present the requests for promotion and all recommendations from the Flight/Platoon/Division Commanders and the SWO/RSM/COXN. 7. The UCC shall one week prior to the Promotion Board scheduled meeting supply the chair with a copy of all the applications and recommendations for promotion whether they are positive or negative.

106 – Unit Appointments 1.Officer Staff Positions a. A Cadet Unit, being made up of a large and diverse membership requires a formal structure in order to operate smoothly. At the Unit Staff Level, there are four key positions: i. Commanding Officer (CO), normally Maj or Capt depending on quota; ii. Administration Officer (Admin O), normally Capt, Lt, 2Lt; iii. Supply Officer, (Sup O), normally Capt, Lt, 2Lt; and iv. Training Officer, (Trg O), normally Capt, Lt, 2Lt. b. Subject to the CO’s approval, additional positions may be added depending on the Unit quota and training requirements, e.g. Assistant Training Officer, Training Level Officer, etc. 2.Cadet Positions a. The following are positions that are filled by cadets, starting from the most senior: i. Unit Cadet Commander - normally WO1 or WO2, CWO or MWO, CPO1 or CPO2; ii. Deputy Unit Commander - normally WO2 or FSgt, MWO or WO; CPO2 or PO1 iii. Unit Warrant Officer- normally WO2 or FSgt; MWO or WO; CPO2 or PO1 iv. Training Warrant Officer – normally WO2 or FSgt; MWO or WO; CPO2 or PO1 v. Flight/Platoon/Division Commander including Flag Party Commander and Band Commander -normally FSgt or Sgt, WO or Sgt. PO1 or PO2; vi. Deputy Flight/Platoon/Division Commander, normally Sgt/PO2 or FCpl/MCpl/MS; and vii .Duty Cadet, normally Sgt/PO2 or FCpl/MCpl/MS. 107– Unit Trophies and Awards 1. On certain occasions, Unit trophies and awards shall be made to recognize the outstanding efforts and achievements of unit cadets and staff. The Annual Ceremonial Review program provides a list of these awards, what they signify and the criteria used to select the award winner(s). 108– 199 Not Allocated 200 – TERMS OF REFERENCE: OFFICERS - PRIMARY DUTY APPOINTMENTS 201 – Commanding Officer 1.The main duties and responsibilities of the Commanding Officer (CO) are listed below. The CO shall:

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a. Ensure that the obligatory training program is followed; b. Organize training that complements the program; c. Provide for a schedule of special activities; d. See to the administration of the Unit and its personnel; e. Manage and control material provided by the Department of National Defence; f. Organize and supervise work for military and civilian personnel; g. Maintain an overall system for evaluating cadets and individual participation, for the purpose of following the cadet’s progress and selecting candidates for summer camps, promotions and rewards; h. Maintain contact with sponsoring committee and periodically inform them of changing situations; i. Prepare and submit to the sponsor estimates for the budget corresponding to the forecast program of activities and other Unit needs; j. Keep the sponsors informed on necessary expenditures; k. Claim all authorized amounts from the Crown, in accordance with directives; inform the sponsor when funds are for their benefit; l. Turn over to the sponsor all grants, claims or other sums destined for the Unit; m. Provide the sponsor with vouchers covering Petty Cash expenditures; n .Support the recruiting campaign; o. Warmly welcome parents and recruits, brief them on the training program, and proposed activities. And provide for an information evening for them; p. Ensure that invited dignitaries are properly welcomed and given the treatment and consideration due their status; q. Register and distribute information contained in Unit incoming mail; r. Provide reports required by the RCO; s. Keep working Unit personnel and cadet files current. s. Submit applications for courses, employment and awards; t. Distribute pay for Unit personnel; u. Obtain from DND material required to dress and train cadets; v. Assume control of material on loan from DND, as provided for in supply scales; w. Keep an up-to-date inventory and conduct necessary transactions concerning DND material; x. Dress the cadets and recover uniforms when required; y. Produce required documentation for military and civilian personnel transactions (enrolment, promotion, transfer, release and civilian instructor contracts); z. Ensure that all new candidates for a position as Unit personnel are competent and available; aa. Assign main tasks and other functions necessary for smooth operation of the Unit; bb .Ensure that replacements are available at all levels of Unit personnel. See to Officer training so as to evaluate individual performance, providing counselling and career advice when indicated; cc. Follow higher headquarters directives, ensuring that selected cadets for summer camp allocations are eligible. See to the nomination process and the verification of files; dd. Prepare, publish and enforce regulations regarding discipline, in the form of Unit Standing Orders; ee. Ensure that Unit personnel behave properly towards each other and in the presence of cadets, sponsor committee members and visitors; ff .Ensure that cadets readily submit to the established framework, making allowances for their age and the requirements of the CCM; gg. Ensure that military personnel and cadets follow current regulations regarding wearing of the uniform and respecting the military hierarchy and etiquette; hh. Record each case of dismissal of cadet and inform parents about each major disciplinary measure threatening the cadet’s eventual dismissal from the Unit; ii. Inform the sponsor about each case justifying a cadet’s dismissal, giving the contents of interviews with the cadet; jj. Obtain the sponsor’s assent for dismissing a cadet. Inform the parents on the reasons for the dismissal and annotate the cadet’s personal file; kk .Confidentially inform the Committee about all major disciplinary measures affecting a member of Unit personnel; ll. Other duties as assigned by higher authority.

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1.The Deputy Commanding Officer (DCO) is responsible to the Commanding Officer for the following: A .Ensure and promote efficient Unit operations; b. Manage special projects as required; c .Promote the professional development of all Officer staff; d. Ensure Unit discipline; e. Develop a duty Officer schedule; f. Serve as a resource to Commanding Officer and staff; g. Serve as a liaison between Commanding Officer and Cadets; h. Function as the Commanding Officer’s designate as required; and i. All other duties as assigned by the Commanding Officer. 203 – Administration Officer 1. The Unit Administration Officer (Admin O) shall be responsible to the Commanding Officer for carrying out the following duties: A .Maintain an adequate stock of forms required for the administration of the Unit; b. The correct circulation of all incoming and outgoing correspondence, orders or directives; c. The custody and control of relevant publications, the entering of amendments on receipt and ensuring that unauthorized people do not have access to them; d. The accessibility of reference material to all instructional staff; e. Maintain a record of all incoming and outgoing correspondence; f. Maintain the Unit filing system; g. Prepare and expedite all reports, documents and other correspondence for the Commanding Officer’s signature; h. Arrange for medical reports as required; i. Maintain accurate attendance records for Officers and civilian instructors in accordance with regulations; j .Maintain records showing attendance and training progress of each cadet; k. Maintain complete personal files on each individual on strength with the Unit; l. Initiate a Unit Duty Roster and promulgating of same; m. Ensure prompt and proper submission of all claims; n. Advise the Supply Officer of names of cadets enrolled and released; o. Hold master copies of the duties of the Duty NCM, and receive the completed Duty NCM Checklists at the end of each training night; p. Ensure all Officers are in possession of a valid Canadian Forces Reserve Identification Card; and q. Undertake other duties as directed by the Commanding Officer. 204 – Assistant Administration Officer 1. The Unit Assistant Administration Officer (A/ Admin O) shall be responsible to the Administration Officer for carrying out the following duties: a. Assist in maintaining attendance records for regular, mandatory support and all other training periods; b. Assist in initiating the Taken on Strength (TOS) / Struck off Strength (SOS) procedure for all incoming/outgoing cadets; c. Assist in initiating the fortress documentation; d. Assist in preparing all health insurance card and emergency administration documentation for any and all activities; e. Assist in ensuring nominal rolls are established and distributed as required; f. Assist in ensuring Flight/Platoon/Division lists are established and maintained at all times; and g. Undertake such other tasks as directed by higher authority. 205 – Supply Officer

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1. The Unit Supply Officer (Sup O) shall be responsible to the Commanding Officer for carrying out the following duties: a. Maintain voucher register, voucher files, customer account and individual loan cards affecting the accounting of material on loan to the Unit; b. Demand, receive and return all equipment in accordance with established DND procedures and authorized scales of issue; c .Conducting cadet kit inspections as required; d .Ensure the security and proper care of all material, in particular weapons and ammunition; e. Issue, exchange and receive material; f. Undertake measures for recovering uniforms of cadets no longer on strength of the Unit; g. Carry out customer account verifications at designated intervals, on appointment of a new Supply Officer or Assistant and on the changing of a Commanding Officer; h. Submit a written report to the Commanding Officer on discovery of loss or damage to material; I .Prepare and submit to the Commanding Officer all write-off documents; J .Undertake other duties as directed by the Commanding Officer. 207 – Training Officer 1 .The Unit Chief Training Officer (Trg O) shall be responsible to the Commanding Officer for carrying out the following duties: a. Develop the training in accordance with established training directives; b .Prepare and maintain the annual training charts and records; c. Plan the monthly training schedule and assigning qualified instructors to individual courses; d. Assist and supervise instructors and senior cadets in the preparation and presentation of their courses; e. Arrange to obtain guest speakers and other voluntary instructors to supplement the Unit staff. f. Advise the Commanding Officer on, and coordinate, Unit special training projects, exercises and citizenship tours. g. Select and submit demands for training films and other visual aids. H .Ensure the Unit is in possession of all required training material and reference manuals. i. Ensure the ongoing individual training and development of all instructional staff. j. Ensure that an adequate system of examinations is used to monitor the efficiency of training and individual cadet’s progress. k. Compile all training and examination results. l. Organize Unit drill, ceremonial parades and inspections. m. Ensure that the training program is completed. n. Investigate and report to the Commanding Officer any complaints of cadets not attending or participating in class activities. o. Maintain a lesson plan filing system for instructors. p. Undertake other duties as directed by the Commanding Officer. 208 –Assistant Training Officer 1.The Assistant Training Officer (A/Trg O) is responsible to the Training Officer for carrying out the following duties:: a .Assist the Training Officer as required in all Trg O duties b. Monitor, maintain and enforce the Unit’s performance standards in the performance of drill, parade procedures and instructional techniques. c. Supervise and train the Training Warrant Officer d. Assign Training Warrant Officer and Training Level Officers to evaluate Instructors; e. Evaluate Instructors as required; f. Review results from Instructor evaluations and take action as defined in the Training Standing Orders; g. Acquire and provide training support materials;

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h. Review results from evaluations and forward to Training Officer; i. Provide and guidance assistance to the Training Warrant Officer and the Training Level Officers as necessary; j. Review and update the Instructor training packages; k. Monitor the progress of classes; l. Review uniform inspections, take necessary action; and m. Perform all other duties as assigned by the Training Officer. 209 – Not Allocated 210 – TERMS OF REFERENCE: OFFICERS - SECONDARY DUTY APPOINTMENTS 211 – Range Safety Officer 1.To ensure maximum safety of personnel and protection of property, a qualified Range Safety Officer (RSO) shall attend and shall supervise range practices when weapon-firing ranges are in use. 2. The appointment of a qualified RSO is the responsibility of the Unit Commanding Officer. 3.Personnel appointed as RSO must have graduated from the CIC RSO Course, have had their name published in Routine Orders and have been officially recognized as RSOs by RCSU (A). They must also be mature and reliable, have a comprehensive knowledge of range procedures, the applicable orders and practices, and be thoroughly familiar with the weapons to be used. They must have demonstrated the ability to supervise and control the applicable range practice. 4.In conjunction with instructions and regulations specified for particular range operations, as promulgated by the support Base or Station or the CO, the RSO is responsible for: a. The safety of all personnel. B .Implement policy and ensure the observance of the safety regulations contained in the appropriate orders. c. Co-ordinate all operations that take place on the ranges. d. Report all unsafe equipment or practices to the CO and recommend changes to existing orders in the interest of safety. e. Cancel any range exercise when conditions exist that, in his/her opinion, would constitute a hazard or render the exercise unproductive. f. Take immediate action whenever an ammunition accident occurs on a range, in order that medical assistance is rendered to the injured person. g. In case of a range accident notifying the Unit CO, the injured persons next of kin and the local police when the indoor range is located on civilian property or the CO of the Unit responsible for the facility when the range is located on DND property, as well as the nearest military police or municipal police force. h. Remain at the scene of an accident, cordon-off the area and taking all measures deemed necessary in the circumstances.

212 – Unit Human Rights Advisor (UHRA) 1. The Unit Human Rights Advisor (UHRA) is responsible to the corps Commanding Officer for implementing the Cadet Harassment and Abuse Prevention (CHAP) program. 2. The UHRA is a secondary duty. The UHRA will have the following responsibilities: a. delivering the CHAP Sensitization and Leadership training modules at the corps level; b. developing a good knowledge of child protection legislation within the province; c. advising the CO on matters pertaining to harassment and child abuse; d. executing the protocol for dealing with disclosures of harassment and abuse as necessary;

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e. educating all members of the corps harassment and abuse prevention, recognition and reporting;

f. acting as the focal point for reporting and administration of harassment and abuse incidents; g. maintaining files and logs on harassment and abuse incidents; and h. consulting with the Regional Human Rights Advisor (RHRA) as required for advice and

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213 - Band Officer 1. The Band Officer shall be responsible for:

a. ensuring that proper training is carried out; b. level testing to be arranged at least every 3 months; c. keep the XO up to date with all the happenings in the band; d. having lesson plans made up in advance in case of absence; and e. other duties as assigned by the Commanding Officer

214 - Instructors 1. The Training Officer will appoint Officers, Civilian Instructors and senior cadets to instruct various classes in accordance with the training program. 2. Instructors shall be responsible to the Training Officer for the following:

a. instructing all classes in accordance with established cadet training directives (LHQ Phase Program);

b. preparing and submitting to the Training Officer, Lesson Plans for each class; c. initiating exams for each section of classes and marking and recording individual

cadet progress for the Training Officer; d. provide extra attention and state recommendations for any cadets experiencing

difficulties in the class; e. acquiring handouts and/or training aids to supplement classes and provide copies of

handouts to the Training Officer for file; f. recommending any changes for the improvement of the training program.

215 - 299 – Not Allocated 300 – TERMS OF REFERENCE: CADET RANKS 301 – WO1/CWO/CPO1 - Cadet Unit Commander a. Be responsible for reading and understanding Unit Standing Orders; b. Obtain information on upcoming activities and training nights if not phoned; c. Notify your staff if you are unable to attend a training night or an activity for which you signed up; d .Maintain a level of dress, drill and deportment while in public and on all cadet activities that is in accordance with the Standing Orders; e. Actively participate in weekly training nights and activities; f. Report for training with all required material (i.e. uniforms, paper, pens, etc); g .Develop subordinate cadets; h. Convey Unit status to the Training Officer; i. act as a direct liaison between your subordinates and your immediate superior (CO); j. Supervise subordinated ranks as assigned; k. Train replacement; l. Notify superiors of absent cadets with reason why; m. Maintain Unit Log Book of disciplinary and other incidents; n. Submit bi-annual report from Unit Log Book (i.e. ideas, problems, Flight/Platoon/Division activities, etc);

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o. Make recommendations for promotions with substantiation; p. Assist in the planning and preparation of activities (exercises); q .Inspect Deputy Unit Commander and Unit Warrant Officer as assigned; r Establish duty roster for orderly staff; s. Maintain high level motivation and discipline within the Unit at all times; and t. Perform all other duties as assigned. 302 – WO2/MWO/CPO2 – Deputy Unit Commander, Unit Warrant Officer a. Be responsible for reading and understanding Unit Standing Orders; b. Obtain information on upcoming activities and training nights if not phoned; c. Notify your staff if you are unable to attend a training night or an activity in which that you signed up; d. Maintain a level of dress, drill and deportment while in public and on all cadet activities that is in accordance with the Standing Orders. e. Actively participate in weekly training nights and activities; f .Report for training with all required material (i.e. uniforms, paper, pens, etc); g. Develop subordinate cadets; h. Act as a direct liaison between your subordinates and your immediate superior; i. Supervise subordinated ranks as assigned; j. Train replacement; k. Notify superiors of absent cadets with reason why; l. Maintain Unit Log Book; m. Submit bi-annual report from Unit Log Book (i.e. ideas, problems, activities, etc); n. Make recommendations for promotions with substantiation; o. Assist in the planning and preparation of activities (exercises); p. Inspect all Flight/Platoon/Division Sergeants as assigned; q. Maintain high level motivation and discipline within their Unit at all times; r. Perform all other duties as assigned. 303 – FSgt/WO/PO1 – Flight/Platoon/Division Commander a. Be responsible for reading and understanding Unit Standing Orders; b. Obtain information on upcoming activities and training nights if not phoned; c. Notify your staff if you are unable to attend a training night or an activity in which that you signed up; d. Maintain a level of dress, drill and deportment while in public and on all cadet activities that is in accordance with the Standing Orders. e. Actively participate in weekly training nights and activities; f. Report for training with all required material (i.e. uniforms, paper, pens, etc); g. Develop subordinate cadets; h. Act as a direct liaison between your subordinates and your immediate superior; i. Supervise subordinated ranks as assigned; j. Train replacement; k .Notify superiors of absent cadets with reason why; l. Maintain Flight/Platoon/Division Log Book; m. Submit bi-annual report from Flight/Platoon/Division Log Book (i.e. ideas, problems, Flight/Platoon/Division activities, etc); n. Make recommendations for promotions with substantiation; o. Assist in the planning and preparation of activities (exercises); p. Maintain high level motivation and discipline within their Flight/Platoon/Division at all times; q. Perform all other duties as assigned. 304 – Sgt/Sgt/PO2

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A .Be responsible for reading and understanding Unit Standing Orders; b. Obtain information on upcoming activities and training nights if not phoned; c. Notify your staff if you are unable to attend a training night or an activity in which that you signed up; d .Maintain a level of dress, drill and deportment while in public and on all cadet activities that is in accordance with the Standing Orders. e. Actively participate in weekly training nights and activities; f. Report for training with all required material (i.e. uniforms, paper, pens, etc) g. Assist all cadets junior in rank; h. Phone corporals in squad by Monday and pass on phoning information; i. Phone Flight/Platoon/Division Commander with phoning results no later than Monday; j. Act as a direct liaison between your subordinates and your immediate superior; k .Carryout supervisory duties as assigned; l. Perform all other duties as assigned. 305 – Flight/Platoon/Division Corporal (FCpl/MCpl/MS) A .Be responsible for reading and understanding Unit Standing Orders; b. Obtain information on upcoming activities and training nights if not phoned; c. Notify your staff if you are unable to attend a training night or an activity in which that you signed up; d. Maintain a level of dress, drill and deportment while in public and on all cadet activities that is in accordance with the Standing Orders. e. Actively participate in weekly training nights and activities; f. Report for training with all required material (i.e. uniforms, paper, pens, etc) g. Assist all cadets junior in rank; h. Act as a direct liaison between your subordinates and your immediate superior; i. Perform all other duties as assigned. 306– Corporal (Cpl) a. Be responsible for reading and understanding Unit Standing Orders; b. Obtain information on upcoming activities and training nights if not phoned; c. Maintain a level of dress, drill and deportment while in public and on all cadet activities that is in accordance with the Standing Orders. d. Actively participate in weekly training nights and activities; e. Report for training with all required material (i.e. uniforms, paper, pens, etc) f. Assist all cadets junior in rank; g. Perform all other duties as assigned. 307– LAC/PTE/AB A .Be responsible for reading and understanding Unit Standing Orders; b. Obtain information on upcoming activities and training nights if not phoned; c. Maintain a level of dress, drill and deportment while in public and on all cadet activities that is in accordance with the Standing Orders. d. Actively participate in weekly training nights and activities; e. Carry out basic supervisory duties as assigned; f. Report for training with all required material (i.e. uniforms, paper, pens, etc) g. Assist all cadets junior in rank; h. Perform all other duties as assigned. 308– Cadet a. Be responsible for reading and understanding Unit Standing Orders; b. Obtain information on upcoming activities and training nights if not phoned;

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c. Maintain a level of dress, drill and deportment while in public and on all cadet activities that is in accordance with the Standing Orders. d. Actively participate in weekly training nights and activities; e. Report for training with all required material (i.e. uniforms, paper, pens, etc) f. Perform all other duties as assigned. 309–Not Allocated 310 – TERMS OF REFERENCE: CADET APPOINTMENTS 311 – Unit Cadet Commander (UCC) 1. The Unit Cadet Commander is responsible to the CO for the conduct and discipline of the Unit, ensuring that all orders and regulations are adhered to by all Cadets. He/she is also responsible to the Sqn Trg O for all other training-related requirements. He/she will ensure that Warrant Officers and NCMs maintain a high standard of good conduct, military bearing and appearance. 2 .For the duties of the Unit Cadet Commander, see Article 301 Duties of theWO1/CWO/CPO1. 312 – Cadet Deputy Unit Commander (DUC) 1. The Unit Deputy Cadet Commander is responsible for the following duties: a. Ensure that Unit Policies are communicated to the Flight/Platoon/Division Commanders, Flag Party Commander and Band Commander for their dissemination to all their subordinates; b. Ensure that NCMs of the Unit carry out the duties of their rank and appointment; c. Communicate all Unit concerns up to the Unit Staff through the Cadet Commander; d. Assists the Unit Cadet Commander in his/her functions and replaces him/her in his/her absence; and e. All other duties as assigned by higher authority. 313 – Unit Warrant Officer (SWO/RSM/COXN) 1. The Unit Warrant Officer is responsible for the following duties: a. Communicate to Flight/Platoon/Division Commanders, Flag Party Commander and Band Commander all upcoming activities, and ensuring the prompt passage of required information by the Unit Cadet Commander or the Commanding Officer to all Cadets of the Unit; b. Prepare duty rosters as required; c. Defaulters parades as delegated by the Unit Cadet Commander; d Forming Opening and Closing Parades; and e. All other duties as assigned by higher authority. 314 – Flight/Platoon/Division Commander 1. Flight/Platoon/Division Commanders, Flag Party Commander and Band Commander duties are as follows: a. Ensure the attendance of his/her Flight/Platoon/Division members; b. Ensure Unit policies are communicated to his/her subordinates and Regulations are followed at all times; c. Ensure that problems and concerns are passed up the Chain of Command; d. Handle low-level disciplinary issues within the Flight/Platoon/Division; e. Act in a higher position when required. 315 – Duty NCM

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1. The Duty NCM duties are as follows: a. Pick-up the Flight/Platoon/Division attendance rolls from the Unit Administration Office before the Unit falls-in for opening parade and hand them to the Flight/Platoon/Division Commanders, Flag Party Commander and Band Commander as required. B .Ensure that a Cadet arriving late for the regular training session has been registered in the Flight/Platoon/Division attendance rolls. c. Take the names of any new recruit showing up at the Unit for the first time and direct him/her to the Administration Office. d. Responsible for returning Flight/Platoon/Division attendance rolls to the Administration Office promptly after roll call. e. Ensure that all regular training session periods including opening and closing parades, training periods and breaks start and end at the scheduled times. 316 – Duty Corporal 1. The Duty Corporal duties are as follows: A Will be in the vicinity of the Orderly Room (OR) during all cadet activities and will ensure security and cleanliness of the OR. The Duty Cpl will be responsible to the Duty NCM B Report immediately to the OR following Inspections Parade dismissal. c. Answer Unit telephone in the following manner: “<insert unit name> Unit, (your rank and last name) speaking, how may I direct your call Sir” d. Keep all cadets not on official business out of the OR. E .Any duties as directed. f. Sweep and Mop all floors in the OR and Offices. g. Empty garbage from garbage cans, bag and take to dumpster. h. Tidy and polish the OR counter i. Straighten and dust picture frames and trophies. j. Empty water barrel from canteen. k. Keep the noise down in the OR area. l. Clean class rooms as required. m. place telephone in hall outside of OR prior to dismissal. n. Assist the Duty NCM in any further duties assigned. 317 – 399 – Not Allocated 400 – UNIT OPERATIONS 401 – Unit Routine 1.T he Unit operates on a yearly training schedule from approximately the (Insert parade night) in September to mid June of the following year. 2. During the training year, unit regularly parades and trains on Wednesday evenings from (insert timings) at (insert location). 3. An email of the weekly schedule shall be emailed to all staff members and Flight/Platoon/Division commanders by Sunday for distribution to the respective cadets. 4. Other training activities may occur throughout the year at various times and places as approved by the Commanding Officer and the Atlantic Region Cadet Office. 5. Cadet Summer Training Camps (CSTC) occur during the summer months at several locations across Canada. They offer various courses, of varying duration, from between mid-June to mid-August each year.

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402 – Dress Regulations 1. The order of dress for all cadets shall be in accordance with the orders and instructions provided in CATO 55-04. Below are some of the highlights of these orders: 2 .Personal Appearance – Male Cadets a. Hair on the head shall be: (see below for examples) i. Neatly groomed ;ii. Taper-trimmed at the back, the sides, and above the ears to blend with the hair style (No line or Block back) iii. Not more than six (6) inches in length and short enough so that when the hair is groomed and headdress is removed no hair touches the ears, collar or falls below the top of the eyebrows. (The distance of hair from the collar should be not less than one (1) inch). iv. Not greater than one and a half (1 ½ ) inches in bulk at the top of the head with the bulk decreasing gradually from the top and blending with the taper-trimmed sides and back. Bulk is defined as the distance that the mass of hair protrudes from the scalp when groomed (as opposed to hair length). v. Styled in such a manner that it does not interfere with the proper wearing of issue headdress. b. Sideburns shall not extend below the middle of the ear, be squared horizontally and trimmed to conform to the overall hairstyle and of even width. c. Moustaches may be worn if kept neatly trimmed. They may not extend below the corners of the mouth, nor shall the unshaven portion of the face extend beyond the corners of the mouth. d. Beards are prohibited except for medical or religious reasons. In all cases, the Commanding Officers approval is compulsory.

e. Jewelry shall not be worn by personnel in uniform, except wristwatches, I.D. or Medic Alert bracelets.

Side view Tapered Haircut Back view Taper Haircut Female with hair in bun

Male Cadet’s Male Cadet’s

Proper hairstyles for male and female cadets 3. Personal Appearance – Female Cadets

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a. Hair style- hair shall be kept neat and well-groomed and shall not extend below the lower edge of the jacket collar. Hair ornaments shall not be worn. Bobby pins, hairpins and similar items used to secure the hair shall not be visible while wearing uniform headdress. b. Make-up- when wearing uniform, make-up shall be applied conservatively. This precludes the use of false eyelashes, heavy eyeliner, bright blue/green eye shadow, coloured nail polish and excessive facial make-up. c. Jewelry- shall not be worn by personnel in uniform, except wrist watches, I.D. or Medic Alert bracelets, sleepers or small gold studs in pierced ears. 4. Headdress a. The headdress will not be carried under the shoulder epaulette or draped over the jacket belt of the uniform at any time. b. Buttons will show the bird flying right side up and wings level. C .The wedge/beret shall be free of lint or dirt. d. Headdress will be removed only when: i. entering a place of worship, ii. attending a funeral, iii. entering a private dwelling, iv .entering any place of entertainment or while on any circus ride where the headdress might become lost, v. on guided tours in any enclosed area, vi .entering any restaurant or dining area, or vii. when instructed to do so by any tour guide, or staff member. 5. Other Uniform Pieces a. Jacket and trousers- the uniform jacket and trousers must be kept in good repair and neatly pressed at all times. b. Shirts- will be properly laundered and pressed at all times. T-Shirts may be worn when appropriate or when ordered to do so. c. Ties- will be kept presentable at all times. They should be unknotted and kept flat when not in use. When worn, ties will be tied into a full Windsor knot. d. Socks- must be kept free from holes by mending. E .Boots- will be kept clean, polished and highly shone. BLACK Kiwi polish will be the only agent used to polish issue boots. Plastic of any kind will not be sprayed or painted on the issued boots. Cadets disobeying this order will be held financially responsible for the replacement of the footwear. f. Gloves- may be worn whenever weather dictates. White gloves will only be worn by the Flag Party members, the Drum Major (if not issued white gloves with cuffs), the Unit Cadet Commander and parade appointments DUC, SWO/RSM/COXN, F/Cmdrs or when authorized by the Commanding Officer. g. .White waist belts- will only be worn by the Flag Party members, the Drum Major (if not issued with the sash), those cadets who occupy on Officer Position on parade or when authorized by the Commanding Officer.

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h. Lanyards- the only authorized lanyards for Cadets are white in color and will only be worn by the Unit Cadet Commander, Deputy Unit Commander and SWO/RSM/COXN or when authorized by the Commanding Officer. i. Turtle neck sweaters– issued sweaters will be kept in good repair and cleaned by proper laundering. It will only be worn when ordered by the Commanding Officer. j. Sunglasses- Are not to be worn on parade except when ordered by a physician or the Commanding Officer. k. Name Tag– one name tag will be issued by the Unit without cost to a cadet soon after enrolment. If the name tag is lost/damaged, the cadet is responsible for the cost of replacing it. 403 – Orders of Dress General 1. Neither a CIC Officer nor a Cadet shall wear any uniform, order, decoration, medal, ribbon, badge, insignia, ornament, or emblem not authorized by CATO, QR (Cadets) or by QR&O, or to which he/she is not entitled by rank, appointment or award. DRESS - CADETS 1. When travelling to or from a CSTC or RGS, Cadets are to be in full uniform. 2. When weather dictates, the CF Cadet parka shall be worn. On occasions when the parka may be required but not worn, it shall be carried on the left arm. Appropriate rank insignia must be worn on the parka at all times. 3. Cadets who are employed at a CSTC or RGS as a Staff Cadet shall wear the uniform issued at summer camp. 4. Qualification and rank badges shall be worn in accordance with the specifications set out in CATO 55-04. 5. (AIR ONLY) Cadets holding flying qualifications are permitted to wear CF Flying Clothing while participating in familiarization flying. 6. Cadets holding the rank of Sergeant or above will be permitted to wear a white shirt and black bow tie, for mess dinners. All other cadets will wear the normal element dress shirt and black bow tie. DRESS - PARADE POSITION NCMs 1. Any cadet NCM holding a Parade Position shall wear the cadet S/S shirt with tie and jacket during Winter dress period and shall wear the S/S shirt without tie or jacket but with the appropriate rank insignia during Summer dress period. 2. The following are Cadet Parade Positions: a. Unit Commander; b. Deputy Unit Commander; c. Unit Warrant Officer; d. Flight/Platoon/Division Commander(s); e. Deputy Flight/Platoon/Division Commander(s); f. Flag Party Commander; and g. Band Major.

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3. The Flag Party Commander and Band Major are entitled to wear the distinctive items. DRESS – CF MEMBERS AND CIVILIAN INSTRUCTORS 1. CIC Officers shall wear the appropriate uniform as established by Regional Cadet Support Unit (Atlantic) orders and as implemented in the Weekly Routine Orders (WROs) by the Unit Commanding Officer. 2. Types and orders of Dress will be announced in WROs for the time of year (Seasonal Dress). Normally the acceptable orders of dress are as follows for Air Officers.

Occasion Acceptable Order of Dress

Ceremonial Inspections / CO’s Parades 1A – Ceremonial

Mess Dinner 2, 2B – Mess Orders

Regular Training Activities 3A, 3B, 3C – Service Dress (Acceptable for wear in public) 4A,4B, 4C – Base Dress (Acceptable for wear on base)

Survival Outings (and authorized occasions) CF Combats with beret

Flying Activities (AIR ONLY) CF Flying Clothing as issued or authorized

3. Optional items of clothing, such as the Winter Parka and the Wind Breaker Jacket shall be the responsibility of the individual Officer. 4. Dress for Civilian Instructors, whether paid or voluntary, shall reflect a high standard at all times. 404 – Deportment 1. The success of the Unit operation rests upon the ability of individuals to react promptly and effectively. One of the key components in making this possible is discipline. Through an understanding of discipline, we achieve orderliness, obedience and the prompt response necessary to achieve the Unit goals. 2. The conduct, dress and deportment of all members of <insert unit name> Air Cadet Unit must reflect credit on the League of Canada and the Canadian Forces. 3. Cadets will uphold the four core values of the Canadian Cadet Movement (CCM). They are: A .Loyalty-The expression of our dedication to the ideals of the CCM and all its members; b. Professionalism-The accomplishment of our tasks with pride and diligence; c. Mutual Respect-The treatment of others with dignity and equality; and d .Integrity-The courage and commitment to exemplify trust, sincerity and honesty. 4.Chewing gum, slouching, sauntering, hands in pockets, smoking, walking hand-in-hand or arm-in-arm or any similar deportment which detracts from military appearance in the eyes of the public is unacceptable for personnel in uniform, both Officers and Cadets. 405 – Paying of Compliments 1. The military salute is a traditional demonstration of trust and respect. Although the paying of compliments varies with circumstances, the paying of compliments by saluting is a fundamental requirement that is indispensable to Air Cadet Discipline. Instructions with respect to paying compliments are detailed in the Canadian Forces Manual of Drill and Ceremonial and will be taught to all Cadets. 2 .The essential regulations regarding the paying of compliments (saluting) are as follows:

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a. Junior Officers shall salute Senior Officers. Cadets shall salute all Commissioned Officers b .A Cadet in uniform when not marching in a formation, shall also salute; i. when passing a staff car flying a pennant or bearing distinguishing general Officer car plates, indicating the occupant is a general Officer or a dignitary (Governor General, Prime Minister etc); ii. when recognizing an Officer in civilian clothes; iii. when passing the bier, in state, military or civilian funerals; iv. when the national flag is raised or lowered, in the following manner: v. when in uniform, face the flag staff, stand at attention and salute; vi. when in civilian clothes, remove headdress, face the flag staff, stand at attention. vii. cenotaphs; and viii. during the playing of National Anthems (including God Save the Queen), the Last Post, and Reveille. 406 – Salute Zones 1. All public areas of the school are to be considered salute zones except the staircases and hallways where cadets are expected provide compliments by “checking” their arms. 2. Cadets are required to come to attention and salute when entering an office where an Officer is present. Cadets who have assigned workspaces in an Office need only to salute when entering for the 1st time and when departing for the last time. 3 During break while cadets are eating, their wedges/berets are to be removed; therefore no saluting or paying of compliments shall be required. 407 – Code of Discipline 407(a) – PERSONS SUBJECT TO THE CODE OF SERVICE DISCIPLINE 1. Cadet Instructors Cadre (CIC) Officers are a component of the CF Reserve Force. They are subject to the Code of Service Discipline. Section 55 of the National Defence Act provides in part: The following persons and no other are subject to the Code of Service Discipline: a. An officer or person of the Regular Force; b. An officer or person of the Special Force; and c. An officer or person of the Reserve Force when he/she is: (1) Undergoing drill or training whether in uniform or not; (2) In uniform; (3) On duty; (4) Called out under sub-section 34(2) to render assistance in a disaster; (5) called out on service; (6) Placed on active service; (7) In or on any vessel, vehicle or aircraft of the Canadian Forces or in or on any defence establishment or work for defence; (8) Serving with any unit or other element of the Regular Force or the Special Force; and (9) Present, whether in uniform or not, at any drill or training of a unit or other element of the CF. 2. The Commanding Officer of a cadet Unit does not hold the normal powers of a Commanding Officer with regard to the Code of Service Discipline. These powers are held by the Commanding Officer of the Regional Cadet Support Unit (Atlantic). 407(b) – GENERAL

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1. a. All discipline for cadets is governed by the Atlantic Region Cadet Code of Discipline, and for Officers the Code of Service Discipline. 2. Every Staff member and Cadet shall: a. Become acquainted with and obey, all regulations, orders, and instructions necessary for the performance of their duties; b. Conform to the established customs of the Base/Unit or Organization on which they operate on; and c. Conform to the established customs of the Cadet organization with which they are associated. d. A Civilian Instructor or a Cadet is not normally subject to the Code of Service Discipline, but shall not be permitted to participate in Cadet training activities unless he/she conforms to regulations, orders and instructions issued by the competent authorities. E .No Officer or Cadet may use any form of physical contact or threat of violence when disciplining a Cadet. Personnel who choose to ignore this order may be released from the Unit where civil prosecution could follow. f. Any Cadet committing an offence punishable by civil authority will be charged and tried under the Young Offenders Act (YOA), or as decided by the civil authority, where applicable. 3. In the event that an incident is considered more than ‘minor’ it shall be immediately reported to the nearest Officer. If the incident is minor, the following guidelines are to be used when determining to whom an incident shall be initially reported. a. Incidents that occur in class shall be reported by the instructor to the TLO, and then the Unit Cadet Commander. B .Incidents outside of the class environment will be reported to the cadet’s Flight/Platoon/Division commander, and then to the Unit Cadet Commander. c. Incidents should be dealt with at the lowest possible level, but should always be reported to the proper authority through the chain of command as defined above for record-keeping purposes. 4. Table of punishments in decreasing order of severity: a. Dismissal from the Unit b. Reduction in rank c. Loss of seniority d. Reprimand and probation e. Reprimand f. Forfeiture of summer camp or excursion g. Extra duties (defaulters parade) 5. “Extra duties” include menial tasks in or around the Unit such as sweeping and washing office and/or classroom floors during break periods. WOs and senior NCMs will not be awarded menial tasks as a punishment but may be detailed to supervise such tasks as a punishment. 6. A Cadet may be disciplined using the following levels of intervention: a. Verbal Warning; b. Recorded Verbal Warning; c .Recorded Written Warning; and d. Disciplinary Report. 4.07(c) CADET DISCIPLINE REGULATIONS 1. The Cadet Discipline Policy includes five stages as follows:

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a. Stage One - Extra Duties (ED); b. Stage Two - Defaulters Parade – (Follows CO’s Parade Monthly) c. Stage Three - Recorded Warning (RW); d. Stage Four - Counselling and Probation (C&D); and e. Stage Five - Release (Disciplinary). 2(a). Cadets who disobey Unit policies and/or incur minor infractions will be issued Extra Duties (ED). Extra Duties may be issued to a cadet by the Officer in charge of a Defaulters Parade. 2(b). Cadets who have 1 or more minor infraction outstanding shall be referred to the Defaulters Parade for Extra Duties or other punishment as imposed and such duties or punishment shall be given by the DCO or other Officer in charge of a specific Defaulters Parade. 3. Extra duties will be reported to the Duty Personnel, who will implement the punishment. 4. Should the issuance of extra duties become ineffective or repetitive (e.g. three or more extra duties), the cadet shall be issued a Recorded Warning (RW). The cadet shall be counselled by the issuer regarding the recorded warning. 5. Issuers of recorded warnings shall complete a recorded warning form as outlined in Annex “B” and forward to the Trg O for review. The recorded warning form will subsequently be placed on the cadet’s training file and will not appear in the cadet’s personnel file. Recorded warnings will remain on cadet training files for a period of one year following the date of issue. 6. Authority for the issuing of a recorded warning rests with the Sqn Cadet Comd, or any Officer or Civilian Instructor. 7. In the event that the issuance of recorded warnings has become ineffective or repetitive (e.g. two or more recorded warnings), the cadet shall be placed on Counselling and Probation (C&P). Cadets placed on counselling and probation will be thoroughly briefed by the DCO and/or the Trg O including notice that further incidents will result in release. Written record of the counselling session as outlined in Annex “C” will be placed on the cadet’s Pers file and forwarded to the CO for review. Counselling and Probation documentation will remain on cadet Pers files permanently. 8. Should the action taken in paragraph 7 prove to be ineffective, the cadet shall be referred to the Commanding Officer. Normally, the cadet will then be counselled for release. A written record of this counselling session as outlined in Annex “D” including a release letter shall be placed on the cadet’s Pers file. 9. Personnel must be aware that all conduct infractions that include harassment, abuse, racism, or other forms of discrimination must be immediately referred to the UHRA for appropriate action. Should one of these situations arise on an occasion when the UHRA is not present, the CO or the senior Officer, in the CO’s absence, shall immediately be informed. 10. Notwithstanding the above polices, depending on the seriousness of the infraction/incident, the cadet in question may be escalated to a higher stage in the discipline process. For example, Cadets who violate the Drug Policy will be automatically escalated to the release stage.

Examples of Transgression and Appropriate Recorded Intervention Level

Transgression Recorded Intervention Level

Lack of respect Verbal

Improper physical contact Verbal/Written

Attending functions when improperly dressed Verbal

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Uniform not properly maintained Verbal/Written

Wearing Uniform when not permitted Verbal

Smoking while on Unit activities Written

Drinking while on Unit activities Disciplinary

Theft – Unit property Disciplinary

Theft – Cadet or Staff property Disciplinary / Dismissal

Threats and or Violence toward another person Disciplinary / Dismissal / Civil (criminal) charges

Criminal offence Disciplinary / Dismissal / Criminal charges

Administrative Authority and Maximum Punishment for Committing an Offence

Level Description of Level Maximum Punishment and Authority

1 Minor Reprimand – to be heard by Senior NCM or Officer

2 Intermediate a. Reprimand b. Removal of privileges ( no more than 6

month) c. Loss of any promotion due for not more

than 6 months; and d. To be heard by SWO/RSM/COXN & CSC

or Trg O & DCO

3 Major Demotion – to be heard by the CO

4 Criminal (Legal) Dismissal – to be heard by the CO & UHRA

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a. 1st Offence - Next of Kin/Parent/Guardian will be notified by the Commanding Officer and the Cadet will receive a severe reprimand and probation. b. 2nd Offence - Next of Kin/Parent/Guardian will be notified by the Commanding Officer explaining that their charge is being released from the Unit and that a letter containing the details will follow. 4. Any Cadet found guilty of stealing or receiving or being in possession of stolen property shall suffer the following punishment: a. 1st Offence - be ordered to return the stolen articles to the rightful owner. He/She will also receive a severe reprimand and probation. b. 2nd Offence - letter to Next of Kin/Parent/Guardian explaining the details for release of their son/daughter/ward from the Unit. The civil authorities will be notified for their action. 5. Any Cadet found guilty of breaking, entering or vandalizing any military establishment building, office, private dwelling or training area shall suffer the following punishment: a. Investigated by Military or civilian police. A letter, plus a copy of the report sent to the Military or civilian police, will be dispatched to the Next of Kin/Parent/Guardian explaining the reason for dismissal from the Unit. 6. Any Cadet found guilty of striking or offering violence to a Superior shall suffer the following punishment: a. 1st offence - reprimand and probation of rank suitability 6 months b. 2nd offence - reduction in rank and reprimand or release at the discretion of the Commanding Officer. 7. A Civilian Instructor may be asked to leave the Unit for a definite period of time (suspension of all Unit privileges) or for an indefinite period of time (dismissal from the Unit) by the Commanding Officer should any of the following events occur: a. Non respect of any of the regulations, rules and instructions as set out by a competent authority; b .Involvement in any incident of physical contact; c .Involvement in any attempt of, or actual act of theft; d. Failure to meet the required level of conduct expected of the individual; or e. Commitment of a serious breach of discipline. 8. All cases involving the discipline of a Staff member shall be heard by the Commanding Officer or by an Officer appointed by him to hear a specific serious incident. 9. In any case, the Commanding Officer retains the right to report any incident that is deemed serious enough in nature, to the local civilian Police Service for further investigation and the NB/PE Detachment Commander. 408– Drug and Alcohol Policy 1. DRUGS A .In this order “drugs” means a “narcotic” as defined in the Narcotic Control Act, and a “controlled drug” and a “restricted drug” as defined in Parts III and IV, respectively, of the Food and Drug Act, and includes any other substance known to competent medical authorities as a drug which, if injected, consumed or inhaled as the capacity to affect the normal function of the mind or human body.

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b. Not withstanding the increase in the use of drugs by some segments of society, because of the security, physical reliability and implications, the Unit policy remains that unlawful or generally improper use or handling of drugs by any Officer or cadet will not be tolerated. Accordingly, no Officer or cadet shall traffic in, possess or use drugs unlawfully or use drugs for any purpose but that in the opinion of proper medical authority is a proper medical purpose. c. An Officer or cadet will be considered for release where he/she has been convicted by a court of law of an offense related to drugs, drugs unlawfully obtained or use drugs for any purpose but that in the opinion of proper medical authority is a proper medical purpose. d. When an Officer or cadet becomes aware or suspects that a member of the Unit is trafficking in, possesses, or is using drugs, as provided above, in the paragraph titled General, he/she shall report the matter confidentially to the Commanding Officer who shall take the appropriate action necessary to investigate the allegation. 2. Protocols by Regulations for Drug Use a. Notwithstanding the increasing use of drugs by some segments of society and the changing attitudes of some segments of society in respect of drugs, because of the individual and collective or team implications on health, security, safety, reliability, operational readiness, and capabilities as well as discipline, morale and public image, Canadian Forces policy remains that the involvement with drugs, prohibited substances, or drug-related paraphernalia as outlined in subparagraphs (1), (2), and (3) will not be tolerated. Unit policy regarding this issue is in compliance with CATO 13-23. b. Possession, possession for the purpose of trafficking, trafficking, cultivation, importing or exporting of a narcotic and trafficking in a substance held out or represented to be a narcotic, are offences under the Narcotic Control Act (NCA) in respect of a restricted drug and in respect of a controlled drug, possession for the purpose of trafficking in a controlled substance held out to be controlled drug are offences under the Food and Drug Act; c. The unauthorized use of any drug or any prohibited substance is prohibited; and d. The possession, delivery or control of drug-related paraphernalia with the intent that such paraphernalia be employed in connection with an offence under the NCA or the F&DA or in respect of the unauthorized use of a drug or a prohibited substance is prohibited. 3. Guidelines 1. All personnel Military, Civilian and Cadets are to be made aware of this policy. Due to the unique nature of the personnel involved they have been divided into three groups as follows: a. CF Personnel including Cadet Instructor Cadre Officers, who are subject to the Code of Service Discipline, CFAO 19-21 and A-AD-005-OOZ/AG-000; b. Civilian Instructors and Cadet Summer Training Centre Staff Cadets are not subject to the Code of Service Discipline, however, the same conduct that is expected of service personnel shall apply to this group. When an investigation shows that an act which would be considered an offence under the Code of Service Discipline has been committed, the employment of the offender shall be terminated. If the offence is possession or trafficking, the case shall be referred to the local authority for prosecution; and c. Cadets are not subject to the Code of Service Discipline, however, the same conduct expected of service personnel shall apply to this group. When an investigation shows that an act which would be considered an offence under the Code has been committed, the Cadet shall be released. If at a Summer Training Centre, the Cadet will be returned to his/her Unit, and be released. If the offence is possession or trafficking, the case shall be referred to the local authority for prosecution. In the case of a juvenile, before proceeding with civilian prosecution, the advice of the Command AJAG shall be sought.

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d. It must be realized by all members of the Cadet organization that any involvement with narcotics and drugs will be detected, that involvement, when proved, will be punished and that the punishment will be severe. A policy of deterrence requires the needs of the society involving such a policy to be placed above the individual when imposing punishment. e. It is the duty of everyone to detect and report any incidents involving drugs. All will be held accountable in cases where it is clear that there was inadequate supervision, interest or a blind eye was turned. The scope and nature of this matter makes it each individual's problem and responsibility to control. 2. ALCOHOL a. Cadets shall not attend any cadet function while under the influence of any intoxicant of any kind whatsoever; and shall not introduce, possess or consume any intoxicant (beer, liquor, wine etc) while in attendance at a Unit activity at any time - whatever the occasion. b. Anyone who consumes any alcoholic beverage while under the age of 19 years or anyone who gives or sells any alcoholic beverage to an individual under the age of 19 is committing an offence under the Liquor Control Act of New Brunswick and on conviction is liable to such punishment as may be awarded to a young offender who consumed the alcoholic beverage or the adult or young offender who supplied the alcoholic beverage to the person who consumed it. 3. WHILE ON TRIPS, CAMPS AND/OR EXERCISES a. Cadets while on approved exercises must follow all orders relating to the use of drugs or consumption of intoxicants explained above. Cadets who fail to comply while on out-of-town trips and/or exercises may be returned to Saint John via public transportation at their parents/guardians expense. Further actions could be taken that would result in the cadet being suspended or released from unit. b. Any Cadet while outside the official boundaries of Canada (USA, France, etc) who is arrested and charged with consuming alcoholic beverages, or possession of illegal drugs, will be arraigned and convicted under the judicial system of the country in which the incident took place. Any Cadet charged and convicted under these circumstances will be released from the Unit upon arrival back in Canada. 409– Smoking Policy 1. Smoking is prohibited at all cadet functions for Cadets, Officers and Staff. Guests of unit are to be encouraged not to smoke at these functions. 2 .No smoking by Cadets, Officers, Staff or invited Guests is permitted in, or on, the grounds of any facility where unit activities are occurring. 410– Unit Fire Orders 1. Upon discovering a fire, the person shall yell, ‘FIRE, FIRE, FIRE’ and activate the nearest fire alarm. 2. All personnel shall make their way in an orderly manner to the nearest fire exit and evacuate the building, closing all doors as they leave. 3. As soon as possible, a 911 call is to be made advising the operator of the fire, where the fire is, the unit’s address and an estimate of the number of personnel that were in the building. Request that ambulances also be sent. 4. All personnel shall meet and fall-in at the ‘gathering point’, which is designated to be the area on the far side of the parking lot in front of the unit. Attendance shall be taken as soon as possible and all personnel shall be accounted for. If anyone is missing the fire department/rescue personnel are to be

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notified immediately and provided as much information as available on the last known whereabouts of the missing person(s). 411– Unit Staff Meetings 1. To be added as required by the CO in weekly Routine Orders. 412 – Male – Female Relationships 1 .It is the policy of this Unit that relationship between male and female cadets during activities in no way related to an activity of the Unit are solely the decision and responsibility of the persons involved. This Unit does not exercise control over its cadets on their own time. 2. Cadets who decide to hold a relationship outside of cadets with another cadet should first consider that; a. it may make it difficult to view the other person’s work objectively and give needed criticism. b. It may arouse jealously among those who are not favoured. 3. Cadets who duties are affected by outside relationships with other cadets may be asked to reconsider such relationships, or face the possibility of having their position in the Unit changed. 4. While cadets are involved in any cadet related activity, favouritism or over-friendliness between male and female cadets is strictly prohibited. 5. Violation of this policy shall be considered on a first offence to be a level “2” offence, on a second offence it shall be considered a level “3” offence. (See table at 407.6) 6. Personal intimate relationships between Adult Staff (CF members, Civilian Instructors, etc) and Cadets is strictly prohibited at any time; a violation of this section shall result in an immediate dismissal of both parties from the Unit. 413 - HARASSMENT AND RACISM 1. Incidents of harassment and/or racism will not be tolerated. Incidents of harassment, abuse, racism, and other forms of discrimination shall be reported to the UHRA immediately and thus not dealt with through the normal chain of command. Should the UHRA not be present, the CO or senior Officer, in the CO’s absence, should be informed immediately. 414 – PROTOCOL 414(a) – PARTICULARS 1. All Unit Personnel shall come to attention and salute when: a. Addressing a superior Officer, or Head of State; b. Passing a superior Officer unless in a non-saluting area; c. Entering or leaving any room containing a Commissioned Officer; d. The Anthem of any Nation is being played; and e. Passing any National Flag or the raising or lowering of the same; or the appropriate Provincial Flag. 2. All Commissioned Officers are to be addressed by SIR/MA'AM and saluted whether or not they are in uniform. Officer Cadets shall be addressed as SIR/MA’AM and should be saluted whether they are in uniform or not. Civilian Instructors are to be addressed as SIR/MA'AM but shall not be saluted at anytime.

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3. Warrant Officers are to be addressed by SIR/MA'AM or by their rank and last name and shall not be saluted at anytime. 4. All other NCM's are to be addressed by their rank and last name. 5. Cadets will knock on a classroom door and enter when acknowledgement is displayed. Then an explanation will be given to the instructor as to why he/she is late or he/she will state his/her business. 6. When an Officer or Warrant Officer enters a room, ROOM shall be called according to seniority and by the most senior person in the room. 7. When cadets are standing in the halls, and are passed by an officer or civilian instructor, they shall stand at ATTENTION. When being addressed by an Officer, Civilian Instructor, Warrant Officer or any Senior NCM, they shall stand at ATTENTION. 8. All cadets in transit between classes shall pay proper respect to Officers that pass through the halls. 414(b) – PARTICULARS PROFANITY 1. Profanity of any kind shall not be tolerated. 2. Persons committing acts of profanity shall be dealt with through the Chain of Command. FOOD AND DRINK CONSUMPTION 1. The consuming of food or drink is prohibited while in uniform except when in an authorized area for meals or during an authorized canteen break. TRIPS AND PARADES 1. All aspects of etiquette, discipline, protocol and courtesy will be observed during any trips. 2. While travelling on DND or civilian buses, the bus driver shall have the right to refuse to let a Cadet or Officer/Instructor ride on that bus. 3. Discipline on buses shall be the responsibility of the most senior Officer and most senior NCM present. 4. Cadets who have committed themselves to trips and activities are expected to attend these activities. There may be unforeseen circumstances that may prevent a cadet or Officer/Instructor from attending. These persons shall make every possible attempt to notify the OPI or the OIC of the exercise. Cadets who do not follow this policy shall be disciplined. 415 - CADET USE OF PRIVATE VEHICLES 1. Cadets who hold a valid Driver’s License and access to a motor vehicle are permitted to utilize said vehicle to transport themselves to cadet activities. 2. Upon arriving at training activities cadet vehicles are to be parked in designated areas are to remain there until the completion of training.

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3. Cadets are not permitted to transport themselves or other cadets around the training facility, nor will they be permitted to come and go from training activities. Cadets are to inform Unit staff prior to leaving early should they have a need to do so. 4. Cadet vehicles are not to be used for any training purpose whatsoever. 416 -499 – Not Allocated 500 – TRAINING 501 – Training Staff – Terms of Reference 502 –Training Level Officer (TLO) 1. Training Level Officers are responsible for the following duties related to the training level(s) they are assigned: a. Responsible for coordinating Instructors and reports to the Assistant Training Officer (or TrgO if no A/TrgO has been appointed). b. Ensure that Instructors have a properly prepared Lesson Plan a minimum of two (2) training nights in advance; c. Facilitate requests for training support from Instructors to the Training Warrant Officer a minimum of one (1) training night in advance; d .Ensure Instructors have a high level of dress and deportment; e. Conduct evaluations of Instructors as assigned; f. Review tests/evaluations as submitted by Instructors and then forward to the Standards Warrant Officer; g .Review PO Tests as developed by the Instructor and forward to the Standards Warrant Officer a minimum of two (2) training nights in advance; h .Provide guidance and assistance to Instructors as necessary; i. Maintain a log of issues within the level; j. Perform Instructor duties as required; k. Monitor the progress of the Instructors and the cadets within the level; and l. Perform all other duties as assigned by the Training Warrant Officer. 503 - Training Warrant Officer (Trg WO) 1. The duties of the Training Warrant Officer are listed as follows: a. Reports to the A Trg O (or TrgO if no A/TrgO has been appointed)and is responsible for the supervision of the Cadet Instructors, b. Evaluate Instructors as assigned; c. Process, authorize and track request for training support; d. Compile and monitor results from cadet evaluations; e. May assign, monitor and evaluate Cadet Instructors; f. Compile and monitor results from Cadet Instructor evaluations; g. Collect and forward PO Tests / Evaluations to the A Trg O (or TrgO if no A/TrgO); h .Assist the Training Level Officers as necessary; i. Maintain the training library; j. Maintain the Instructor training packages; k. Monitor the progress of classes; l. Compile and monitor results from uniform inspections; and m. Perform all other duties as assigned by the A Trg O (or TrgO if no A/TrgO).

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504 – Instructor 1. Instructors are responsible for teaching PO/EOs as assigned to the cadets and report to their respective Training Level Officer. Their duties include: A .Prepare lesson plans in proper format; b. Provide a proper copy of the lesson plan to training a minimum of two (2) training nights in advance to the Training Level Officer c. Ensure request for training support are submitted at least one (1) training night in advance; d. Ensure high levels of dress and deportment in front of class; e. Upon completion of test/evaluations, provide a typed, alphabetical summary of results to the Training Level Coordinator; f. Coordinate retakes with the Training Level Officer; g. After completion of a PO prepare and submit an after action report to the Training Level Coordinator; h. Developing and submitting a PO test to the Training Level Officer a minimum of two (2) training nights in advance; and i. Perform all other duties as assigned by Training Level Officer 505 – Evaluator 1 .Evaluators are responsible for Instructors Evaluations and report to the A Trg O (or TrgO if no A/TrgO). Their duties include: a. Reporting to the A Trg O(or TrgO if no A/TrgO) prior to the evaluation for a briefing; b. Debriefing the Instructor as soon as possible, and preferably the same training night; c .Submitting evaluation forms to the respective Training Level Officer; d. Advise Training Level Officer of problems and suggestions; and e. Perform all other duties as assigned by the A Trg O(or TrgO if no A/TrgO). 506 – Training Standard Operating Procedures 1. Training issues SOPs specific to Training under the authority of Commanding Officer. The Training Officer is responsible to keep them both current and relevant. 2. All cadets and Officers who operate in the Training Department are to receive a copy and be familiar with its contents. 507 – Local Training 1. The Training Officer is responsible for all activities that occur on a regular training night. Only the Training Officer (or his designated replacement), Deputy Commanding Officer, or Commanding Officer may approve changes that affect the cadets’ training. 2 .In some instances, particularly for training occurring away from LHQ, Officers of Principal Interest (OPI) are assigned and in the absence of the CO/DCO or Trg O, shall be responsible for the optional activity. 508 – Summer Camp Selection 1. SENIOR CAMP SELECTION a. Unit nominations for all National Summer courses will be based on the National Air Cadet Standards. 2. JUNIOR CAMP SELECTION a. Unit nominations for Basic will be based on the applications received for an individual training year. b. Unit nominations for all Junior Camps (excluding Basic) will be based on the applications and billets assigned by the RCSU for an individual training year.

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3.At the discretion of the Commanding Officer, the selection process outlined above may be set aside depending on a variety of factors, including time, number of applicants, and deportment of applicants. 509 – CADET AVIATION MEDICAL AND FLYING MATERIAL EXPENSES 1. Candidates for the Glider Scholarship and the Flying Scholarship courses are required to possess a valid Transport Canada Aviation Medical – Category Three. At the discretion of the Commanding Officer, the cost of the first medical will be born by the Unit/Sponsor. 2. Subsequent medicals will be the responsibility of the individual cadet. This includes previously unsuccessful candidates who are reapplying for a flying course. The Transport Canada Aviation Medical – Category Three is valid for five years. 3. At the discretion of the Commanding Officer, selected course expenses for successful element course candidates, may be born by the Unit/Sponsor.: 510 – 599 – Not Allocated 600 – ADMINISTRATION 601 – Recruit Administration Procedures 602 –General 1. All prospective recruits will report to the Administration Office where they will be handed an Application Package. This package briefly explains Unit training sessions, Cadet uniform and Dress Regulations. It contains a Personal Information Form, a Personal Documentation Form, an Application for Membership in the Royal Canadian (insert element) Cadets and a Medical Information Form. 2. The Staff person handing out the application package will explain the documentation to the recruit and answer any questions they or their parent(s)/guardian may have. 3 .A staff member will direct and introduce the prospective recruit to his assigned Flight/Platoon/Division. 4. The prospective recruit may only participate in Regular Training. He shall not participate in Optional Training or Special Activities until he has returned all of the documentation handed him completed and approved. This is necessary since a Cadet is not covered by the League insurance until all forms have been returned and signed by the Commanding Officer. 5. The recruit is to be told about the Unit Standing Orders and of their responsibility to become familiar with it as it contains information about how the Unit is run, what the Cadet may expect and what the Unit expects from the Cadet. 6 .It is to be explained to the recruit that until they are issued a uniform, they should wear civilian dress that is neat and appropriate. The dress may include running shoes or jeans only if they are the only items available and they are neat and clean. The Cadet should not buy special clothing to wear on parade until he has received his uniform, but that shirt and tie for men and similar level of neatness for women, is encouraged. The procedure to issue a uniform to a new Cadet will normally commence once the Commanding Officer has signed the returned forms and the cadet is formally enrolled. 7. The Adm O should explain to the cadet if the surname on the application forms does not match the surname on the Proof of Age form, the name appearing on the Proof of Age will be used until it is legally changed.

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8. Explain that Officer, Staff and senior Cadets are to be addressed by rank or Sir/Ma’am (as appropriate) if no rank or rank is unknown or forgotten. 9. Explain that forms handed out must be legible and in black or blue ink. Forms filled with a pencil are not acceptable. 603 – Attendance and Leave 603(a) – PERFECT ATTENDANCE AWARDS 1. Perfect Attendance Awards shall be awarded to Cadets who attended all Regular Parade nights or have provided valid excuses for missing two parades or less. Such cadet will receive a perfect attendance pin and certificate reflecting the number of years of perfect attendance at the awards parade the week following the Annual Ceremonial Review. 604(a) – Attendance 1. Cadets are required to attend Regular Parade nights. Cadets not attending without a valid excuse are considered absent. 2. Any cadet who is absent from Regular Parade nights for three (3) consecutive nights will receive a phone call from the Admin section. Any cadet absent more than five (5) consecutive Regular Parade nights shall be Struck Off Strength (SOS) and his/her name forwarded to the Supply Officer to sure action is taken to recover kit. 3. Cadets are encouraged to return uniforms of non-active cadets should the opportunity arise 604(b) – Leave 1. If the Cadet cannot attend a function he/she must request leave by contacting the Unit and providing the following information to a staff member: a. Rank, First and Last name; b. Flight/Platoon/Division that he/she belongs to; and c. The reason for requesting leave. 2. Cadets requesting a prolonged leave of absence (3 weeks or more) must have a written request stating the reason and the length of leave requested. The written request must be signed by the parent or guardian of the cadet requesting leave. A form will be provided from the Admin Section that must be signed by the Cadet, the Parent/Guardian and the CO. 605 - LATE FOR FALL – IN 1. Any cadet reporting late for fall-in must obtain permission to fall-in from the Cadet/Instructor or Officer in charge of the parade/training session. 606 - LEAVING PARADE 1. No cadet will leave the parade/training session early without obtaining permission from the person in-charge of the training session. The person in charge shall notify the Training Officer who will subsequently notify the Commanding Officer. 607 - FALLING OUT WHILE ON PARADE 1. Any person who feels ill while on Parade shall indicate so by kneeling on one knee and appropriate action will be taken by the Deputy Flight/Platoon/Division Commander or delegated personnel.

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608 - PROCEDURE FOR THE CANCELLATION OF WEEKLY TRAINING 1. In the event of inclement weather causing public school cancellations, cadet training will automatically be cancelled. Notice of the cancellation will be transmitted via telephone and/or email by Flight/Platoon/Division Commanders and will be broadcast on local radio stations and on the Unit Face book page. 2. In the event of inclement weather happening after school has been dismissed; the same procedure will apply as in paragraph 1. The Unit will not train in conditions that are un-safe to travel, and will always error on the side of caution. 609 - PHYSICAL TRAINING 1. All Unit sports shall be conducted in a sportsmanlike manner, with both male and female participation. 2. Unit sports activities shall take place in areas that are approved by the Commanding Officer and published in WROs. 3. Sports facilities not available through LHQ shall be provided by the Sponsoring Committee. 610 - OPTIONAL TRAINING 1. Various optional training activities may be organized as a supplement to the LHQ training program such as: a. Drill Team; b. Band; c. Bush Survival Teams d. Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme e. Photography and Journalism f. Various Rifle Teams; and g. Flying Scholarship Ground School Training. 2. The CO, in consultation with the Trg O, shall assign appropriate OPIs to administer such training. 611 - ORGANIZING ACTIVITIES 1. Committees shall be formed to organize various Unit activities. Each committee shall have an NCM in charge with an OPI to report to on a regular basis. Some of these committees may include but are not limited to: a. Trips and Tours; b. Fundraising; c. Entertainment; and d. NCO Club. 2. Other Committees may be added at the Commanding Officer's discretion. 3. Any committee wishing to schedule activities requires the approval of the Training Officer at least six weeks prior to the date requested for the activity. This time frame may be shortened, depending on the type and amount of support required. 612 – 699 – Not Allocated

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700 – SUPPLY 701 – Hours of Operation 1. Supply is open from (insert time/date). Supply may open on other occasions depending on the availability of the Supply Staff. Appointments are required for all supply transactions. 2. Cadets are encouraged to fill out a uniform request form and hand it into their Flight/Platoon/Division Commander, to ensure proper bookings of appointments by the supply staff. 3. New Recruits will report to Supply by appointment only. 702 – Proper Care and Use of Uniform 1. The standard of personal dress appearance and grooming shall be such as to reflect credit on the individual, the Unit, the League of Canada and the Canadian Forces. The dress regulations are not intended to be overly restrictive. Their intent is to ensure the maintenance of a high standard of grooming while also recognizing the standards of society. The regulations set out in this order are reasonable, ensuring a favourable military image and at the same time permit some individuality. Dress regulations are found in detail in CATOs. 2. Cadets are authorized to wear their uniforms only at cadet events. Arrangements for a cadet to wear their uniform at an activity or special event outside a cadet activity may be authorized only by the CO. 703 – Damage or Loss of Cadet Uniform or Pieces Thereof or Issued Stores 1. Every Cadet is issued a uniform as soon as possible after the receipt of the enrolment paperwork by the Admin O and sign-off by the CO. The uniform is ‘loaned’ to the cadet at no cost, but in the event that all, or a piece of the uniform is lost, it will be necessary to hold the cadet financially responsible for the cost of replacing the lost item(s). Therefore it is very important that the cadet take great care in keeping track of their uniform pieces so as not to lose any. 2. Any cadet wilfully defacing, mutilating, damaging, giving away or neglecting any part of their issued uniform or equipment will be disciplined and held financially responsible for the article(s) of equipment. 3. Any equipment or items issued to a cadet shall be signed out on the proper forms, and any cadet, who wilfully damages, gives away or by neglect loses any stores issued to him or her will be disciplined and held financially responsible for the article(s) or stores. 4. Any cadet who has lost or had stolen any item(s) issued to him or her shall at the earliest time possible file with the Supply Officer a Lost or Stolen report, detailing the circumstances of such loss or theft on the proper form. The filing of this report does not relieve the cadet of his or her financial responsibility unless authorized by the CO with consultation by the Supply Officer. 703 – Uniform Return Policy 1. Clothing that has become too small or is beyond repair, may be exchanged at the Supply Section. Cadets will arrange for exchange through their Flight/Platoon/Division Commander at no cost to the cadet. 704 – 799 – Not Allocated 800 – Other Orders 801 – Mess Dinner

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1. Every cadet who holds a rank of Corporal or above and has not been suspended from optional activities shall be permitted to attend the Annual NCO’s Mess Dinner. 2. Each cadet is permitted to invite one guest (Parent/Guardian/Grand Parent). In the event of a cadet having a sibling who is also a Corporal or above he or she will also be permitted to invite one guest. A cadet may not invite a boyfriend/girlfriend as a guest. 3. A cadet is not required to pay a mess fee to attend Mess Dinner and no fee shall be charged to his or her guest. 4. All cadets who hold a rank of Cadet or LAC/PTE/AB shall be servers at the Annual NCO’s Mess Dinner. 5. Mess Dress or Service Mess Dress shall be worn by all personal in uniform and appropriate dress shall be worn by those in civilian attire. The Mess Dinner shall be considered a Black Tie affair. 6. Cadets holding the rank of Sergeant or above will be permitted to wear a white shirt and black bow tie, for mess dinners. All other cadets will wear the normal element dress shirt and black bow tie. 802 – Range Standing Orders 1. The Range Safety Officer shall issue Range Standing Orders on an annual basis, and shall submit them to the CO in September for approval. 2. All personal using the range shall abide by the Range Standing Orders and directions of all range staff. The use of any weapon shall fall under the authority of the Range Safety Officer, this shall include the Rifle Drill Team. ABBREVIATIONS ACL - League ACO - Area Cadet Officer Admin - O Administration Officer CATO - Cadet Administrative and Training Orders CCM - Canadian Cadet Movement CF - Canadian Forces CFAO - Canadian Forces Administrative Orders CI - Civilian Instructor CO - Commanding Officer Cpl - Corporal CV - Civilian Volunteer D/Comd - Unit Deputy Cadet Commander DCO - Deputy Commanding Officer DND - Department of National Defence ARCO - Atlantic Region Cadet Orders F/Comd- Flight/Platoon/Division Commanders FCpl/MCpl/MS- Flight/Platoon/Division Corporal FSgt - Flight/Platoon/Division Sergeant LAC/PTE/AB- Leading Air Cadet/ Private/Able Body NCM- Non-Commissioned Members NDHQ- National Defence Headquarters QR&O (Cadets) - Queen’s Regulations and Orders (Cadets) RCO - Region Cadet Officer RCSU - Regional Cadet Support Unit Sgt - Sergeant

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SO-2 - Staff Officer 2 USO - Unit Standing Orders Sup O - Supply Officer SWO/RSM/COXN - Unit Warrant Officer Trg O - Training Officer UHRA - Unit Human Rights Advisor VCDS - Vice Chief of the Defence Staff WO2 - Warrant Officer 2nd Class WOI - Warrant Officer 1st Class

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ANNEX “A” APPLICATION FOR PROMOTION APPLICATION TO THE PROMOTION BOARD SECTION 1 - To be completed by Flight/Platoon/Division Commander Name of Cadet:………………………………………………Rank:…………. Flight/Platoon/Division #:……………………… Cadet Level:…………………………………. I,………………………………………………being the Flight/Platoon/Division Commander for this cadet do hereby recommend promotion to the next highest rank for this cadet. ……………………………………………………… …………………….20…….. Signature of Flight/Platoon/Division Commander SECTION 2 – To be completed by SWO/RSM/COXN (with consultation of Flight/Platoon/Division Commander) [] Recommended [] Not Recommended Comments:……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………. …………………….20…….. Signature of SWO/RSM/COXN SECTION 3 - To be completed by DUC (with consultation of SWO/RSM/COXN) [] Recommended [] Not Recommended Comments:……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………. …………………….20…….. Signature of DUC SECTION 4 - To be completed by UCC(with consultation of DUC) [] Recommended [] Not Recommended Comments:……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………. …………………….20…….. Signature of UCC

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SECTION 5 - To be completed by Promotion Board (with consultation of UCC) [] Recommended [] Not Recommended Comments:……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………. …………………….20…….. DCO or Chair of Promotion Board Documents checked and certified: Cadet Attendance [] _____% percentage of attendance from Fortress Cadet Inspection [] _____% percentage of combined inspection results Eligibility for Promotion per guidelines [] SECTION 6 - To be completed by CO [] Approved [] Not Approved [] Other:……………………………Effective:……………………..20……… Comments:……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………. …………………….20…….. Signature of CO SECTION 7 – To be completed by Admin O Action: [] Action as below [] No Action Required Admin O – The following actions are required for this cadet. [] Fortress update from rank of …………… to ………….. effective: ……………………. [] Flight/Platoon/Division Roll Call Book requires update [] Flight/Platoon/Division Inspection Sheet requires update Comments:……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………. …………………….20…….. Signature of Admin O

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ANNEX “B” RECORDED WARNING RECORDED WARNING (RW) _______________________________________________________________ RANK NAME TRG LEVEL 1. You are warned of the following deficiencies, not having heeded previous verbal warnings: …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2. If you fail to correct the above mentioned deficiencies, you will be placed on counselling and probation (C&P) or released from Cadet Unit name. 3. I acknowledge having received this recorded warning, read and understood it. ………………………………………………………….. ……………………………20………… Signature of Cadet Date 4. I certify that the Cadet has been counselled in accordance with the standing orders. ………………………………………………………….. ……………………………20………… Signature of Issuer Date 5. I certify that the recorded warning has been reviewed and placed on the Cadet’s training file. Comments: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………….. ……………………………20………… Signature of Training Officer Date DISTRIBUTION: Original (Cadet Training File), Copy (Cadet)

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ANNEX “C” COUNSELLING AND PROBATION NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ISSUE COUNSELLING AND PROBATION (C&P) _______________________________________________________________ RANK NAME TRG LEVEL 1. This document serves as notice that I intend to issue a counselling and probation (C&P) to you. The deficiencies in your conduct (specify if for conduct or performance) in respect of which I intend to issue a C&P and the reasons that support it are: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

(Supporting documentation (previous recorded warnings, etc. attached) 2. If you fail to correct the above mentioned deficiencies, you will be counselled by the Commanding Officer and subsequently released from Cadet Unit name 3. I acknowledge having received this recorded warning, read and understood it. ………………………………………………………….. ……………………………20………… Signature of Cadet Date 4. I certify that the Cadet has been counselled in accordance with the standing orders. ………………………………………………………….. ……………………………20………… Signature of Issuer Date 5. I certify that the counselling and probation notice has been reviewed and placed on the Cadet’s personnel file. Comments: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………….. ……………………………20………… Signature of Commanding Officer (or DCO) Date DISTRIBUTION: Original (Cadet Pers File), Copy (Cadet), Copy (Training File)

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ANNEX “D” RELEASE COUNCELLING RELEASE COUNSELLING FORM _______________________________________________________________ RANK NAME TRG LEVEL 1. The above named Cadet has been counselled for release from (Cadet Unit) IAW the standing orders. The following details support this release (include complete reasoning and details of counselling session): …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… * Supporting documentation (previous recorded warnings, counselling and probation notice, etc. attached) 2. The above name Cadet is hereby released from (Cadet Unit) for the reasons indicated and all documentation forwarded to the Admin O and Sup O for release processing. 3. I certify that the Cadet has been counselled in accordance with the standing orders. Comments: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………….. ……………………………20………… Signature of Commanding Officer Date CERTIFICATION – To be completed by Admin O Action: [] ACO(A)/ACA(A) Notified Admin O – The following actions are required for this cadet. [] Fortress update release or suspension effective: ……………………. [] Flight/Platoon/Division Roll Call Book updated [] Flight/Platoon/Division Inspection Sheet updated ……………………………………………. …………………….20…….. Signature of Admin O DISTRIBUTION: Original (Cadet Admin File), Copy (Cadet), Copy (ACO(A))

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ANNEX “E” SUPPLY REQUEST FORM APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT WITH SUPPLY SECTION 1 - To be completed by Flight/Platoon/Division Commander Name of Cadet:…………………………….………………………Rank:…………. Flight/Platoon/Division #:………… Cadet Level:……………. Fortress ID #:……………………… I,…………………………………………………being the Flight/Platoon/Division Commander for this cadet do hereby request an appointment with the Supply Officer for the following. ……………………………………………………… …………………….20…….. Signature of Flight/Platoon/Division Commander SECTION 2 – To be completed by Admin O (check only one) [] New Cadet – This cadet is a new cadet and requires sizing and issue of his / her uniform. This cadet has all of his / her paperwork completed and has been signed off by the CO as an authorized cadet. Cadet has been entered in Fortress. [] Existing Cadet / Transfer Cadet – This cadet is on strength with the Unit and has valid attendance. [] Cadet has been SOS no longer eligible for uniform or supply distribution. ………………………………………………………… ………………………..20…… Signature of Admin O Dated SECTION 3 – To be completed by Sup O (check as applies) [] This cadet has been assigned an appointment at …………..….hours on ……………..……….20……. for the issuance or exchange of uniform parts. [] Appointment card has been issued to Flight/Platoon/Division Commander for cadet. [] This cadet’s record has been up-dated on Fortress for all uniform issues to date. [] Other actions or back orders: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ………………………………………………………… ………………………..20…… Signature of Sup O Dated DISTRIBUTION: Original (Cadet Supply File), Copy (Admin File)

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PROPER WAY TO TIE A TIE (FOUR IN HAND IS NOT A WINDSOR KNOT)

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Right Chest Pocket with Left Chest Pocket with Wings Marksmanship and Biathlon and Medal(s)

Right Chest Pocket with one award Left Chest Pocket with Wings ONLY Pin (Marksmanship or Biathlon

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LEFT POCKET VARIOUS POSITIONS FOR POPPY AND OTHER AWARDS

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CF TUNIC OR OVER COAT CADET PARKA

POSITION ORDER FOR MEDAL’S OR RIBBONS FOR CADET

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FEMALE HAIRSTYLES AND EAR RING POSITIONING

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BADGE POSITIONS FOR RIGHT SLEEVE RANKS OTHER THAN (WARRANT OFFICERS)

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BADGE POSITIONS FOR RIGHT SLEEVE RANKS (WARRANT OFFICERS)

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BADGE POSITIONS FOR LEFT SLEEVE RANKS OTHER THAN (WARRANT OFFICERS)

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BADGE POSITIONS FOR LEFT SLEEVE RANKS (WARRANT OFFICERS)