Application Due dates
All applications are due 31 March
CTC Course Information
Common Courses
Year 2 Courses are for cadets who have completed Level 2 or Higher
Year 3 Courses are for cadets who have completed Level 3 or higher
Currently, there are no Level 1 Courses
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Course
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Description
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Duration
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Prerequisites
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Location
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Introduction to Marksmanship (ITM)
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The Introduction to Marksmanship Course enables cadets to acquire specialized skills and knowledge in marksmanship, facilitating their participation in zone and regional marksmanship competitions. It equips them to mentor junior cadets in marksmanship while advancing the skills learned in the program.
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2 weeks
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Training Year 2+
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Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC,
Vernon CTC
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Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor (ARMI)
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The Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor Course provides cadets an opportunity to further personal marksmanship knowledge and skills, and develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge to perform the duties of an Air Rifle Marksmanship Instructor. Activities include marksmanship techniques, instructional techniques, and coaching. Cadets attending this course will also have an opportunity to progress in their marksmanship level qualification.
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4 weeks
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Training Year 3+
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Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC,
Rocky Mountain CTC, Vernon CTC, Whitehorse CTC
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Introduction to Drill and Ceremonial (ITDC)
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The Introduction to Drill and Ceremonial Course engages cadets with the chance to enhance their leadership abilities and deepen their knowledge and skills in drill and ceremonial practices acquired in the program.
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2 weeks
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Training Year 2+
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Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC,
Blackdown CTC, Rocky Mountain CTC, Vernon CTC
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Drill and Ceremonial Instructor Course (DCI)
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The Drill and Ceremonial Instructor Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge to perform the duties of a Drill and Ceremonial Instructor. Activities include advanced drill, instructional techniques and leadership in the conducting of parades and ceremonies.
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4 weeks
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Training Year 3+
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Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC,
Rocky Mountain CTC, Whitehorse CTC, Vernon CTC
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Introduction to Fitness and Sports (ITFS)
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The Introduction to Fitness and Sports Course offers cadets a chance to refine skills acquired in the Corps/Squadron Program, aiding in fitness and sports training within the Corps/Squadron Program. Additionally, participants learn about embracing a healthy lifestyle.
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2 weeks
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Training Year 2+
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Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC,
Vernon CTC
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Fitness and Sports Instructor Course (FSI)
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The Fitness and Sports Instructor Course provides cadets an opportunity to further personal fitness and healthy living knowledge and skills, and develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge to perform the duties of a Fitness and Sports Instructor. Activities include personal fitness, healthy living, conducting the Cadet Fitness Assessment, and leading physical activities.
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4 weeks
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Training Year 3+
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Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC,
Vernon CTC
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Introduction to Military Band (ITMB)
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The Introduction to Military Band Course allows cadets to continue honing their understanding and proficiency in music, drill, ceremonial practices, and leadership skills acquired through the corps/squadron program or regional activities.
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2 weeks
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Training Year 2+
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Blackdown CTC, HMCS Quadra CTC
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Military Band Musician (MB)
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The Military Band Musician Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop music skills to support participation in and / or leading corps/squadron military bands. Activities include music training and band activities such as music theory, music technique, band drill, leadership and performing ensemble music. Cadets attending this course will also have the opportunity to progress in their music proficiency level qualifications.
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4 weeks
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Training Year 3+
Music Proficiency Level: Musician Level II
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Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC, HMCS Quadra CTC
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Introduction to Pipe Band (ITPB)
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The Introduction to Pipe Band Course allows cadets to continue honing their understanding and proficiency in music, drill, ceremonial practices, and leadership skills acquired through the corps/squadron program or regional activities.
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2 weeks
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Training Year 2+
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Blackdown CTC
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Pipe Band Musician (PB)
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The Pipe Band Musician Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop music skills to support participation in and / or leading corps/squadron pipe bands. Activities include music training and band activities such as music theory, music technique, band drill, leadership and performing pipe band music. Cadets attending this course will also have the opportunity to progress in their music proficiency level qualifications.
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4 weeks
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Training Year 3+
Music Proficiency Level: Pipes and Drums Level II
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Blackdown CTC
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 Air Cadet Courses
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Course
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Description
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Duration
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Prerequistes
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Location
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Aviation Technology and Aerospace (ATA)
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The Aviation Technology and Aerospace Course offers cadets the chance to lay the groundwork in aerospace studies, airport operations, and the principles of aircraft manufacturing and maintenance. Activities within this program encompass exploring aerospace concepts, learning about aerodrome operations, and gaining insight into aircraft manufacturing and maintenance processes.
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2 weeks
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Training Year 2+
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Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC,
Cold Lake CTC, HMCS Quadra CTC
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Advanced Aviation Course (AA)
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The Advanced Aviation Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to be an instructor and team leader for aviation activities. Activities include instructional techniques, aviation communication, and meteorology.
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4 weeks
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Training Year 3+
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Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC,
Cold Lake CTC, HMCS Quadra CTC
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Glider Pilot Training Course (GPTC)
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The Glider Pilot Training Course is a six- or seven-week training program that results in successful candidates graduating with their Transport Canada Glider Pilot License.
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6-7 weeks
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Training Year 3+
16 years of age by 1 Sep of activity participation
Additional requirements are detailed in CJCR Gp Order 8060-7
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St-Jean CFTC, Trenton CFTC
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Power Pilot Training Course (PPTC)
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The Power Pilot Training Course is a seven-week training program that results in successful candidates graduating with their Transport Canada Power Pilot License.
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7 weeks
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Training Year 4+
17 years of age by 1 Sep of activity participation
Additional requirements are detailed in CJCR Gp Order 8060-7
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Various Locations
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Introduction to Survival (ITS)
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The Introduction to Survival Course allows cadets to cultivate essential aircrew survival skills. Activities involve practical field training and navigation exercises to enhance survival proficiency.
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2 weeks
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Training Year 2+
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Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC,
Cold Lake CTC, Vernon CTC
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Survival Instructor Course (SI)
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Survival Instructor Course provides cadets an opportunity to develop as a specialist with the skills and subject matter knowledge required to perform the duties of a Survival Instructor and team leader for aircrew survival activities. Activities include aircrew survival skills, team and solo survival exercises, aircrew survival exercise operations, instructional technique, and navigation by map and compass.
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4 weeks
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Training Year 3+
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Argonaut CTC, Valcartier CTC, Blackdown CTC,
Cold Lake CTC, Whitehorse CT
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More information:
Cadets from 180 Squadron will be sent to cadet camps at Blackdown CTC for all courses with some exceptions.
If you would like to attend a French course then your camp will be Valcatier CTC. Gliders will also use Trenton CTC.
Date of Camp are as follows:
Dates are subject to change and travel days may or may not be included
Blackdown CTC courses
Advanced Aviation – 8 July – 1 Aug
Aviation Technology and Aerospace – Aug 8 – Aug 15
Introduction to Survival – 5 Aug – 15 Aug
Survival Instructor – 8 Jul – 1 Aug
Introduction to Military Band – 5 Aug – 15 Aug
Military Band – 8 July – 1 Aug
Introduction to Fitness – 5 Aug – 15 Aug
Fitness and Sports Instructor 8 Jul – 1 Aug
Introduction to Drill and Ceremonial – 5 Aug – 15 Aug
Drill and Ceremonial Instructors – 8 July - 1 Aug
Introduction to Air Rifle – 5 Aug – 15 Aug
Air Rifle Marksmanship – 8 Jul – 1 Aug
Other locations for courses:
Drill and Ceremonial Instructor – Rocky Mountain CTC – 15 Jul – 9 Aug
Introduction to Drill and Ceremonial – Vernon CTC – 12 Aug – 23 Aug
Introduction to Fitness – Vernon CTC – 12 Aug – 23 Aug
Introduction to Marksmanship – Vernan CTC 12 Aug – 23 Aug
Survival Instructor – Whitehorse CTC – 20 Jul – 23 Aug
Glider and Power:
Glider – Trenton CTC – 8 Jul – 22 Aug
Power – Various – 8 Jul – 22 Aug
For anyone who would like to apply for staff at any of these camps please see CI Bandiera or Maj Marsh
Online Course
Course dates, duration
| Course |
Dates |
Duration |
| Cyber Safety and Security Team Leader |
22 July - 2 August 2024 |
2 weeks |
| Support Services Team Leader |
8 - 19 July 2024 |
2 weeks |
| Small Craft Operator |
22 July - 2 August 2024 |
2 weeks |
| Basic Microdrone Operator |
5 - 16 August 2024 |
2 weeks |
| Nova Quest |
5 - 16 August 2024 |
2 weeks |
| Basic Coder |
8 - 19 July 2024 |
2 weeks |
Cadets attending the TDLC require:
- Laptop/computer
- Stable Internet connection
- Webcam and microphone
- Active Cadet365 account
- Knowledge of Microsoft Teams
eLearning Courses
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Description |
Prerequisites |
| Cyber Safety and Security Team Leader (CSSTL) |
The Cyber Safety and Security Team Leader course provides cadets with the opportunity to engage with cyber security experts in the Canadian Armed Forces, recognize security measures in Windows and Linux, and participate in a cybersecurity competition.
Cadets attending this course, if successful, can achieve the Cyber Leader certification. This will help them practice safe online behaviours and be prepared to lead cybersecurity activities in their corps or squadron.
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Training Year 3+
Laptop/computer able to operate VMware player (not compatible with Chromebooks)
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| Support Services Team Leader (SSTL) |
The Support Services Team Leader course provides cadets the opportunity to gain an understanding of the internal operations of cadet corps and squadron and how to provide support areas such as Supply and Administration.
Cadets attending this course, if successful, can achieve WHMIS Certification.
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Training Year 3+
Digital Camera (Mobile or Separate)
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| Small Craft Operator |
The Small Craft Operator Course provides cadets the opportunity to learn about vessel operations, restrictions, and navigation. They will also learn about aspects of on-water communication, such as distress signals, Maritime Mobile Service, and Radio Operations.
Cadets attending this course, if successful, can achieve SCOP Module 1 (Pleasure Craft Operator Competency) and SCOP Module 2 (Restricted Radio Operator's Certificate [Maritime]).
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Training Year 3+
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| Basic Microdrone Operator (BMDO) |
The Basic Microdrone Operator course provides cadets the opportunity to learn about drones in the Canadian Armed Forces, prepare for the Transport Canada exam, and explore careers involving drones.
Cadets attending this course, if successful, can achieve Transport Canada certification.
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Training Year 3+
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| Nova Quest (NQ) |
The Nova Quest course provides cadets the opportunity to explore the Canadian Aerospace industry, its exciting past, and the potential future for advanced space technologies.
Activities include simulating life in space, and its intricacies in survival, communication, and exploration, identifying celestial objects, and exploring new technologies in the aerospace world.
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Training Year 3+
Minimum Hardware:
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i5, or AMD Ryzen™ 5
- Memory/RAM: 8 GB
- Disk Space: 3 GB
- Graphics Card: graphic card must support OpenGL 2.0.
- 1 GB (minimum)
- No Chrome Books or Apple Computers
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| Basic Coder (BC) |
The Basic Coder course provides cadets the opportunity to explore coding and digital creativity. Activities include learning to use block code in Minecraft and coding a VR robot. Cadets will develop a digital community, compete in eSports competitions, and engage in discussions with the Canadian Armed Forces. |
Training Year 3+
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more information to come
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