AIMS OF THE CANADIAN CADET MOVEMENT (CCM)
- To develop in youth the attributes of good leadership and citizenship;
- To promote physical fitness; and,
- To instill an interest in the sea, land, and air activities of the Canadian Forces.
TYPES OF TRAINING
I – Mandatory Training:
This training is completed during Tuesday night parades and on certain weekend training exercises. It includes a number of subjects that all cadets become familiarized with. These include:
- outdoor adventure training – including camping, hiking, canoeing, etc.
- navigation training – using a compass & map reading
- leadership and team building
- citizenship and history
- CF familiarization, tradition and history
- physical fitness training and testing
- marksmanship training (on the 853C Air Rifle)
- drill
II – Supplemental Training Opportunities:
This training is complementary to the core program and is conducted during separate training hours usually on a an weekend or evening during the week. These activities include:
- rock climbing and other adventure training
- competitive marksmanship
- music training
- biathlon
- flag party
- snowshoeing
III – Training Opportunities:
- Spring Break Expeditions
- Summer Camp – Training opportunities can be at any of the CTC in Canada
- Regional, National and International Exchanges