Opportunities
There are MANY opportunities for youth who enroll in the army cadet program.
AND the best part, its FREE! Training costs and uniform expenses are provided by the Department of National Defence.
"Over the past 103 years the Army Cadets have provided tens of thousands of Manitoba youth the opportunity to develop into young adults with a valuable tool kit of skills to take into their future careers, an appreciation of their responsibilities as citizens, and a high level of self-confidence.
Army Cadets participate in training on a minimum of one night per week with optional weekend activities during the academic school year, with the opportunity to advance to summer training based on their achievements and level of instruction.
Other activities focus on developing their leadership, self-discipline and citizenship skills. Method of instruction, public speaking and healthy living courses are also practical components of the regular Army Cadet Program.
Furthermore, Army Cadets frequently enjoy sports, environmental challenges, and music instruction (pipes and drums, or band).
Every Army Cadet is afforded the opportunity to participate in a minimum of three field exercises per year." (Army Cadet League of Manitoba.)
- canoeing and kayaking
- caving
- climbing and mountaineering
- cross-country skiing
- hiking and backpacking
- mountain biking
- orienteering
- rafting
- ropes and challenge course
- international travel
- marksmanship
- biathlon competitions
- map and compass exercises
- summer training
AND the best part, its FREE! Training costs and uniform expenses are provided by the Department of National Defence.
"Over the past 103 years the Army Cadets have provided tens of thousands of Manitoba youth the opportunity to develop into young adults with a valuable tool kit of skills to take into their future careers, an appreciation of their responsibilities as citizens, and a high level of self-confidence.
Army Cadets participate in training on a minimum of one night per week with optional weekend activities during the academic school year, with the opportunity to advance to summer training based on their achievements and level of instruction.
Other activities focus on developing their leadership, self-discipline and citizenship skills. Method of instruction, public speaking and healthy living courses are also practical components of the regular Army Cadet Program.
Furthermore, Army Cadets frequently enjoy sports, environmental challenges, and music instruction (pipes and drums, or band).
Every Army Cadet is afforded the opportunity to participate in a minimum of three field exercises per year." (Army Cadet League of Manitoba.)