521 Aurora Squadron
Royal Canadian Air Cadets

PARENTS – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR PARKING FOR THE ABBOTSFORD AIRSHOW

Good day Parents/Guardians.

521 RCACS is looking for volunteers to help with parking at the Abbotsford Airshow.

This is a fundraising event for 521. There are spots available each day. We have 9 spots on Friday, 07 Aug, 13 spots on Saturday, 08 Aug, and 21 spots on 09 Aug, as it stands right now.

We appreciate any help that you can give to support the Squadron. Please click on the link to register for parking: https://www.cervistech.com/acts/console.php?console_id=0229&console_type=event_list&res_code=FSLpSb&ht=1

When you arrive at the airshow site to check in at parking, let them know you are supporting 521 Aurora Air Cadets.

Thank you for any and all support you can give.

May 26, 2026

Activities Over The Summer

Well we are nearing the end of our parade year, only 1 month left till we stand down for the summer months. Over the summer break, there are several activities that are available to do for cadets.

There is the Abbotsford Airshow from Aug 7-9. This will be the last time you will be able to see the iconic Canadian Armed Forces Snowbirds fly, as the Squadron will be stood down after the 2026 airshow season. This will be the 55th Anniversary for the Snowbirds. 

There is also an opportunity for 3 female cadets to attend an "Aviation Career Workshop For Women" on Friday, August 07. This is a full day workshop with complimentary admission to the Airshow after. The Squadron is willing to sponsor 3 female cadets to attend. Space is limited, so let Capt Yakiwchuk know if you would like to attend through an email. Space is limited, so first come, first served. You need to be 14 years old or older to attend. See link for more details:  https://abbotsfordairshow.com/aviation-for-women/?mc_cid=301c66aa6c&mc_eid=cb01490c32

The Abbotsford Airshow has Summer S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) programs available for youth. If interested, click on the link for more information: https://abbotsfordairshow.com/stem/

Also, at the end of August, the Abbotsford Internation Airport will be host to "The Sky's No Limit" event on August 29 – 30. This is primarily for women, but is open to everyone. They usually bring in lots of aircraft for this event. There is also the opportunity for women to go on a free helicopter ride as well. Click on the link for more information and once you are at the webpage, click on the "Download Participation 2026" pdf file posted underneath the event poster for even more information: https://www.sheisanything.ca/skysnolimit.html  Best of all, it's FREE and it's almost like a second airshow over the summer. 

May 26, 2026

Flag Party Practice Cancelled

Short Fuse: Flag Party has been cancelled. WO2 Hiebert has an injury and is unable to attend tonight.

May 25, 2026

Training Schedule – Thursday, May 21, 2026

Dress is C5's and it will be working on ACR Static Displays.

May 21, 2026

Summer Training – Staff and Course Cadet Information and Joining Instructions

Well, we are 1 1/2 months away from summer and that means Summer Training for some. There are a few websites for all those attending Summer Training, whether it be Course or Staff Cadets, to check out for information about courses, locations, and joining instructions. Please check them out. If you have any questions about Summer Training, AFTER you have looked at the information, you can ask Capt Yakiwchuk for more information. Also, be checking you Cadet365 email for any information that may come in.

For All Cadets (Staff and Course): https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/cadets-junior-canadian-rangers/cadets/summer-training/joining-instructions.html

HMCS Quadra: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/cadets-junior-canadian-rangers/cadets/training-centres/hmcs-quadra.html

Vernon: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/cadets-junior-canadian-rangers/cadets/training-centres/vernon.html

Staff Cadets: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/cadets-junior-canadian-rangers/cadets/summer-training/staff-cadet.html

Reminder that all Staff Cadets need to provide RCSU (Pac) with proof of your SIN (Social Insurance Number) and your banking information through a Direct Deposit Form (Attach a void cheque, stamped bank slip, or account information print out from online banking) and recieved at RCSU(Pac) by June 01, 2026

Online Submission (Must be done through your Cadet365 account, while in your account): https://cjcr365.sharepoint.com/SitePages/Staff-Cadet-Application-Information.aspx

Once you are at the Staff Cadet page, scroll to the bottom till you see the RCSU(Pac) address on the right side, then click on the Online Submission link. See picture below.

By mail:

Regional Cadet Support Unit (Pacific)
​​​​​​​Attn: J1 CTC Staffing
PO Box 17000 Stn Forces
Victoria, BC   V9A 7N2

By courier:

Regional Cadet Support Unit (Pacific) 

​​​​​​​Attn: J1 CTC Staffing Room 106
1058 Victoria View Rd, Workpoint
Victoria   BC  V9A 7N2 ​​​​​​​

May 14, 2026