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The Squadron Is accepting name tag orders from cadets who want to purchase extra name tags. Each tag is $3. Cash will be collected upon delivery. Fill in this Name Tag Order Form (link has now been removed) to place an order…. Continue Reading →
Good news 8 Globemaster! Summer training is starting up once again this year! See Protected area for complete details and deadlines.
A special virtual event for new recruits of 8 Globemaster occurred: they participated in The Swearing-In Ceremony on 9 March 2022. Each year Air Cadet squadrons conduct a Swearing-In ceremony for all of the new recruits once they have met… Continue Reading →
General Onboarding of Cadets to Cadet365 Starting in March, Cadet365 account credentials will be distributed by Squadron staff once available. Resources to guide cadets through the onboarding processes are available at www.canada.ca/cadet-365. The resources are developed specifically for you to enable self-help… Continue Reading →
The Field Training Uniform (FTU) distribution event was completed on Saturday, 5 March 2022, with the issuance of ball cap, tshirt, pant, jacket, boots, beret, and epaulette to approximately 139 cadets. With superb planning and execution, the distribution went safely,… Continue Reading →
Are you curious if your answers for the holiday trivia were correct? Are you wondering what the answer was to that one question you weren’t sure of? The answers to the Holiday Trivia are now available. Click on each tab… Continue Reading →
2022 CTC and CAP Applications are now open at Blackdown CTC, Trenton CTC, and Connaught CTC. Deadline is 14 March 2022. Details with application were emailed with subject “2022 CTC/CAP Adult Staff Application” 9Feb2022.
Get ready cadets, because during Wednesday training on February 9th, Health and Wellness has invited guest speaker Alex Freeman to speak with the squadron. He is an Acting Division Chief of Fire Prevention with Markham Fire and Emergency Services. Throughout… Continue Reading →
On February 26th, 2022, Blue Door will be hosting their Coldest Night of the Year event! The Coldest Night of the Year is a winterrific family-friendly walk to raise money for local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness. Blue Door is… Continue Reading →
CO’s Announcement: Cadet Promotions – FCpl 12 Jan 22. In the Cadet Program, all persons are to follow the Cadet Administrative and Training Order (CATO). Cadets should find and read CATO 13-02 regarding cadet promotions. Each Cadet promotion is a milestone… Continue Reading →
Go sledding with your family and friends! For the last day of our winter challenge, we encourage you to go sledding with your family and friends! Get outside and get some fresh air while racing your family and friends down… Continue Reading →
Build a snowman! For Day 4 of our Winter Challenge, the Media Team challenges you to build a snowman! Get outside and get some fresh air while challenging your family and friends to a traditional winter activity, building a snowman!… Continue Reading →
Watch a winter movie with your family! For Day 3 of our winter challenge, why don’t you to watch a winter movie with your family! Whether it’s watching a classic such as Home Alone, or watching a new winter movie… Continue Reading →
For the final day of 12 days of holiday safety, we would like to remind you to keep a careful eye out for anyone who is cooking or smoking while under the influence. Doing so during gatherings this holiday season… Continue Reading →
Bake winter cookies! For Day 2 of our Winter Challenge, why don’t you bake winter cookies! This is a fun activity to do with family and friends. There are many great and easy cookie recipes online that you can use…. Continue Reading →
For day 11 of 12 days of holiday safety, we would like to remind you about the dangers of smoking inside. If you are having a gathering during the holiday season, encourage any smokers to only smoke outside. It is… Continue Reading →
Add winter spirit to your home! For Day 1 of our Winter Break Challenge, the Media Team invites you to decorate your house with winter decorations to get in the holiday spirit! Some ideas include putting up winter lights, setting… Continue Reading →
For day 10 of 12 days of holiday safety, we would like to remind you about the importance of never leaving your stove unattended. Stepping away from the stove can cause CO poisoning and may ignite a fire. Regardless if… Continue Reading →
Coming soon, 8 Globemaster’s media team invites all cadets to participate in daily Winter break challenges! These are all fun activities cadets can do during the winter break with their friends and family. Remember to follow any COVID-19 protocols, and… Continue Reading →
On the 9 day of Holiday Safety, we would like to remind you about the importance of keeping matches and lighters out of children’s reach. Matches and lighters can be deadly in the hands of children. Keep all fire-starting materials… Continue Reading →
A fun thing to do during your Holiday Break is some trivia. Test your knowledge on multiple topics about Christmas, such as movies, music, decorations and more! Follow the link below to complete the trivia form. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfVOFheI0WNdQupv2yEX5qerkWdQ74hTF0w4eRuMjtHeKHlpw/viewform?usp=sf_link
For day 8 of Holiday Safety, we would like to remind you about the hazards flames can create. Keep open flames away from anything that may be combustible. If you can, use an enclosed candle holder or sturdy, burn-resistant container… Continue Reading →
On the seventh day of Holiday safety, we would like to remind you about the dangers of portable heaters and other heating sources such as chimney fires. Portable space heaters and other heating sources are sometimes used to keep the… Continue Reading →
For the 6th day of the 12 days of Holiday Safety, we would like to remind you about the dangers of having “octopus outlets.” In order to avoid possible fires, keep in mind to use extension cords wisely and only… Continue Reading →
For Day 5 of the Holiday Safety, we would like to remind you about the importance of establishing a home fire escape plan. By having a plan in place, it will ensure the safety of you and your family or… Continue Reading →
For the 4th day of the Holiday Safety, we recommend installing carbon monoxide detectors in all sleeping areas. These alarms alert you to the presence of these deadly gasses and can potentially save your life. As numerous people rely on… Continue Reading →
This is a reminder to have a working smoke alarm on every storey in your home, and outside all sleeping areas! Carbon monoxide is a lethal killer, and having a proper smoke detecting system will help eliminate most fears, and… Continue Reading →
For the second day, we’d like to remind you and your family to check all lights when decorating, and replace any worn or damaged cords or loose bulb connections. Worn or damaged cords can be a fire hazard, and cause… Continue Reading →
The Media Team wishes everyone a safe and happy holiday season! We hope everybody has a great time while remaining healthy. We look forward to seeing everyone in the new year.
To kick this initiative off, we’d like to remind you and your family to water your fresh-cut Christmas trees daily! This prevents them from being flammable, since trees need a lot of water, and a dry tree is a flammable… Continue Reading →