Ground School – ONLY Open to cadets who are eligible for Glider (turning 16 in 2026) and Power (turning 17 in 2026) Pilots Course and is Optional to attend at Simonds High School – enter at pool doors by the Football Field
Monday 12-Jan-2026
Time: 1830-2030pm
Instructor is no longer available for tonight.
Due to the weather and forecast road conditions, we are canceling all activities for this evening.
Biathlon practice for this evening, Sunday May 21st, has been cancelled. All cadets will be contacted via text or phone.
Due to weather and road conditions, we will not be having band practice this evening, January 20th.
Today marked Captain Robert Meunier’s last day as Commanding Officer for our unit.
On behalf of the officers, staff, volunteers, sponsors and of course the cadets, We would like to thank Capt. Meunier for 4 years of great leadership, building the squadron, encouraging fun, learning and personal development. We wish you a good transition into your new role as Commanding Officer of 1691 R.C.A.C.S. Bravo Zulu Sir.
With this change of command, we welcome Captain Leigh Cameron as our new CO. Below is his biography.
Captain Leigh Cameron has served with 161 Air Cadet Squadron in a variety of roles over the past 9 years, including training officer and deputy commanding officer. He began his career as a cadet in 1991 with 299 Yarmouth Lions in Yarmouth NS, graduating in 1998 as Warrant Officer Second Class, having completed both the glider pilot course and flying scholarship course. Captain Cameron moved to Saint John after graduation and started volunteering with 161 Air Cadets as a civilian instructor for 3 years, before leaving to pursue work opportunities.
In 2013, Captain Cameron was recruited back to 161 CK Beveridge Squadron to assist with the flying training portion of the program. Captain Cameron joined the CIC in 2014 and has held the positions of instructor, ground school instructor, assistant training officer, training officer and deputy commanding officer.
In civilian life, Captain Cameron has a successful career in information technology. He also volunteers with Civil Air Search and Rescue Association and spends his free time tinkering with and flying his 1946 Erco Ercoupe. He and his wife Tanya live in Grand Bay-Westfield and are proud parents to one daughter Zoey and one son Calum.
Here is the weekly update.
Thursday: Virtual IT session: 2030-2130 for levels 3, 4, and 5. Invite has already been sent, use the 161Aircadets Teams for this meeting.
Sunday: Marksmanship: 1800-2030 at the Armouries. New cadets are welcome to attend.
Wednesday: Holiday Party! 1820-2100: Dress is civies (no uniform), feel free to wear a festive sweater and/or hat.
Important Notes: Do not forget proof of vaccine is required for each event and training night. We have a limited supply of masks if you forget yours.
If you haven’t returned your annual validation or detailed medical forms, bring them in as soon as possible.
Reminder: If a cadet cannot make it to a Wednesday night/regular event, the cadet should leave a message on the squadron answering machine 632-3215. Please do not e-mail Capt Meunier or post on Facebook. This will ensure the Admin O gets the message and can mark the cadet as excused.
For more information check out our our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/161aircadets/ and follow us on Twitter @161aircadets.
Here is the weekly update
Saturday: Orienteering Clinic. This is for the cadets who registered only.
Drop off at Lily Lake pavilion between 830 and 900. You must provide proof of vaccine to a staff member.
Dress to be outside all day, there will not be warming facilities available. Bring snacks and water to drink.
Lunch will be provided.
Pickup between 1615 and 1645 at Lily Lake pavilion.
Sunday: Marksmanship: 1800-2030 at the Armouries. New cadets are welcome to attend.
Wednesday: Regular Training. Dress is field training uniform. Wear a warm winter coat, it is cold out this time of year.
Important Notes: Do not forget proof of vaccine is required for each event and training night. We have a limited supply of masks if you forget yours.
If you haven’t returned your annual validation or detailed medical forms, bring them in as soon as possible.
Reminder: If a cadet cannot make it to a Wednesday night/regular event, the cadet should leave a message on the squadron answering machine 632-3215. Please do not e-mail Capt Meunier or post on Facebook. This will ensure the Admin O gets the message and can mark the cadet as excused.
For more information check out our our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/161aircadets/ and follow us on Twitter @161aircadets.
We will be joining together on Teams to virtually participate in Remembrance Day ceremonies. Cadets and parents can join us using the link below. Coverage starts at 10:45 Atlantic.
If you received an email or message stating there is training this evening, Thursday September 9th, please ignore it.
Regular training is being held on Wednesday evenings only, and we will be starting our optional training on Fridays and Sundays in the next few weeks.