Message from Our Squadron Sponsoring Committee Chair
The success of 2 VandenBos Air Cadets is built on something far more valuable than money: people.

Every week, dozens of dedicated volunteers, officers, civilian instructors, parents, and community members work together to provide our cadets with opportunities to learn, lead, and grow. Many of these individuals balance full-time careers, family commitments, and personal responsibilities, yet still choose to invest their time in supporting our youth.

As parents and guardians, you are an important part of our Squadron team. While cadets are the reason we are here, the program is strongest when families stay engaged and connected. Whether it's helping at an event, sharing a professional skill, volunteering for a special activity, or simply staying informed about Squadron activities, your support contributes to the positive experience our cadets receive.

The Squadron Sponsoring Committee works behind the scenes to support the program by maintaining community partnerships, assisting with administration, coordinating volunteers, supporting special activities, and ensuring the Squadron has the resources needed to operate successfully.

Throughout the training year, we encourage parents and guardians to:

• Stay informed through Squadron communications and announcements.
• Attend parent information sessions and Squadron events when invited.
• Consider volunteering your time or expertise when opportunities arise.
• Share ideas, skills, or community connections that could benefit our cadets.
• Reach out with questions, suggestions, or ways you would like to become involved.

Together, we create an environment where young people can develop leadership, citizenship, teamwork, and confidence while making lifelong memories and friendships.

Thank you for being part of the 2 VandenBos Air Cadet family. If you would like to learn more about the Squadron Sponsoring Committee or how you can contribute to the success of our cadets, please speak with a committee member on a parade night or contact us at sscchair@2vandenbos.org.

We are stronger when we work together.

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A Reminder on Uniform Standards
The Air Cadet uniform is an important part of our program and helps build pride, discipline, and teamwork. Cadets are expected to maintain their uniform to the best of their ability and wear it in accordance with current Cadet Program dress instructions. Parents and guardians can support their cadet by ensuring uniforms are clean, boots are polished when required, hair standards are met, and all issued uniform items are brought to training nights. If your cadet is experiencing difficulties with uniform fit, appearance, or obtaining required items, please speak with their Flight Staff or the Supply Team. We are committed to supporting every cadet in meeting dress standards while ensuring they feel welcomed and included in our Squadron community.

A Link to dress regulations is found here:  https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/cadets-junior-canadian-rangers/cjcr-policy/cjcr-dress-instructions.html

The Canadian Cadet Program's dress regulations have evolved to reflect the diversity and inclusion of our members. Cadets may choose from authorized grooming, hair, and appearance options that best reflect their personal identity while still maintaining a professional and uniform appearance. The focus of today's regulations is on safety, cleanliness, and pride in wear rather than conformity to traditional gender-based standards. We encourage parents and cadets to review current dress instructions and reach out to Squadron staff if they have questions regarding authorized dress and appearance options.

HAIR STANDARDS
 
Shall be nearly groomed and conservatively styled.  The length, bulk or style of hair shall not detract from a positive appearance or preclude the proper wear of the cadet headdress.  (Bulk is the distance that the mass of hair extends from the skin, when groomed, as opposed to the length of hair.) Must be natural colour (i.e. no purple, green etc.).

Option 1: Hair shall be taper-trimmed at the back, sides, and above the ears to blend with the hair-style; be no more than 15 cm (6 in.) in length and sufficiently short that, when the hair is groomed and headdress is removed, no hair shall touch the ears or fall below the top of the eyebrows; be no more than 4 cm (1-1/2 in.) in bulk at the top of the head, gradually decreasing to blend with the taper-trimmed sides and back; and be kept free from the neck to a distance of 2.5 cm (1 in.) above the shirt collar. Taper trimmed square back styles and shaving of all the hair on the head are permitted. 

Option 2: Hair must be up in a bun centred at the back of the head. Accessories (hair ties, bobby-pins) should not be seen. If hair is too short and does not touch the bottom of the shirt collar, it may be worn down.  However, it must be kept neat and out of the face. 

Once the Dress Regulations have been finalized, will we communicate these new dress instructions to the cadets and post on our website.

If you have any questions about these standards, please contact CI Parise.