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Introductions:Introductions:
AgendaAgenda Introduction (Doctrine)
Organization (National, Provincial & Local)
Responsibilities (Civilian, Military)
The Partnership (DND & League)
The Squadron (Responsibilities)
Management of Activities
The Air Cadet The Air Cadet MovementMovement
The Aims of the Air Cadet The Aims of the Air Cadet MovementMovement
To develop in youths the attributes of good citizenship and leadership.
To promote physical fitness.
To stimulate the interest of youth in the aviation and aerospace industry, including the air element of the Canadian Forces.
The Air Cadet MottoThe Air Cadet MottoTO LEARN
TO SERVE
TO ADVANCE
Vision of the Vision of the Air Cadet League of CanadaAir Cadet League of Canada
The Air Cadet League envisions the Air Cadet Movement being recognized as the best - the most influential, innovative and expert organization - in the world community of youth movements; and being proactive in meeting the changing needs of youth, the environment and the challenges of economic change.
Values of the Values of the Air Cadet League of CanadaAir Cadet League of Canada
The Air Cadet League of Canada fosters
development in youth the values of:
self-confidence
self-discipline
leadership
physical fitness
Mission Statement of the Mission Statement of the Air Cadet League of CanadaAir Cadet League of CanadaTo promote and encourage among young
people a practical interest in aeronautics, and to assist those intending to pursue a career in the field of aviation.
To provide a voice in Canada for the Air Cadet Movement as a whole so that the Canadian public are kept aware of the accomplishments and capabilities of the Movement and of its ability to fulfill its aims.
Mission Statement Mission Statement (continued)
To advise and assist the Canadian Forces in developing and improving Air Cadet training programs, manpower needs of the Cadet Instructor Cadre, and in resolving problems relating to the implementation of policies and procedures.
To study and initiate proposals from and to D.N.D. and other government departments which enhance the future of the Air Cadet Movement and which are consistent with Canadian economic and social objectives.
Mission Statement Mission Statement (continued)
To participate in long and short term planning for Air Cadets with the Canadian Forces, and to promote a friendly relationship through mutual respect and understanding of the roles of each partner.
To encourage discussion and resolution of any problems that develop within the Air Cadet Movement and continually endeavour to ensure that the Movement will continue to progress and prosper.
PhilosophyPhilosophy
The Air Cadet League believes that there is a place in our society for an educational program:
which is not entirely permissive;
which requires the participants to meet certain standards of dress, appearance and behaviour;
which expects our young people to accept a full measure of personal responsibility for their own actions.
Philosophy Philosophy (continued)
The League also believes that Air Cadets should have every opportunity to qualify for the most attractive rewards the program can offer - through merit.
While Air Cadets are not required to pay membership fees or dues, they are expected to take part in fund-raising and other support projects initiated by the League, Sponsoring Committees and Squadron Staff.
Philosophy Philosophy (continued)
The League assumes that a young person joins Air Cadets mainly for their interest in aviation and wishes to be identified with the Air Force of the Canadian Forces.
The League believes it is important that the Squadron officers, instructors and Sponsoring Committees maintain contact with the Air Force of the Canadian Forces.
Every effort should be made to have our squadrons visited and inspected by officers of the Canadian Forces.
Organization of theOrganization of the Air Cadet Movement Air Cadet Movement
LEAGUEAir Cadet League
Members/Directors
Board of GovernorsExecutiveCommittee
CommitteesFinance
Fund RaisingFlying
Honours & AwardsNominationProv. Chairs
SelectionComm. Consultant
President
Minister of National Defence
Vice-Chief of the Defence Staff
National Office Directorof Cadets
Provincial Committee Region Commander
Sponsor
Provincial Executive
Committees
Liaison Member
Sponsoring CommitteeChairperson
Regional Cadet Support Unit/Detachment
SquadronCO
AffiliatedUnit
DND
National Organization & National Organization & CommunicationsCommunications
Provincial Office
Responsibilities of the Responsibilities of the Air Cadet League and Air Cadet League and the Canadian Forcesthe Canadian Forces
Responsibilities of the Responsibilities of the Air Cadet LeagueAir Cadet League
Through League HQ and its Provincial Committees:
Making recommendations to the Chief of the Defence Staff for the formation, organization or disbandment of cadet squadrons.
Providing supervision, advice and assistance to local sponsors and cadet units.
Overseeing, in cooperation with the CF, the effective operation of Air Cadet squadrons and their Sponsoring Committees.
Responsibilities of the Air Responsibilities of the Air Cadet League Cadet League (continued)
Recommending suitable persons for enrollment in the CF as CIC officers, or for employment as Civilian Instructors.
Making recommendations to the appropriate Region Commander regarding the appointment, promotion, transfer or release of CIC officers and Civilian Instructors.
Providing and supervising Sponsors and Sponsoring Committees.
Responsibilities of the Air Responsibilities of the Air Cadet League Cadet League (continued)
Providing advice and assistance to Squadron Sponsoring Committees.
Providing financial support as required.
Administering trust accounts set up for awards to outstanding cadets.
Responsibilities of the Responsibilities of the Canadian ForcesCanadian Forces
The CF is responsible for providing:
Supervision & administration of cadet squadrons.
Materiel, in accordance with approved scales of issue.
Training, pay and allowances for Cadet Instructors.
Funds for payments of the Local Support Allocation and training bonuses as authorized.
Responsibilities of the Responsibilities of the Canadian Forces Canadian Forces (continued)
Transportation, as authorized.
Facilities and staff for Summer Training Centres and approved courses.
Syllabus and training aids, in accordance with approved scales of issue.
Medical care as authorized.
Responsibilities of the Responsibilities of the Canadian Forces Canadian Forces (continued)
Liaison with cadet units.
Maintain and service cadet aircraft fleets.
Officers or appropriate civilians for formal functions at Annual Reviews.
Policy on the enrolment, employment, appointment, promotion, transfer and release of CIC officers, Civilian Instructors and cadets.
Responsibilities of the Responsibilities of the Provincial CommitteesProvincial Committees
Support and advise.
Training and mentoring members.
Attend, on demand, Local Sponsor Committee meetings.
Participate at meetings with parents.
Responsibilities of the Responsibilities of the Provincial Committees Provincial Committees (continued)
Serve as intermediary between the Squadron, the Provincial Executive and the Cadet Office.
Encourage and motivate the committee members.
Participate in the Annual Review.
Annual Assessment Report.
The PartnershipThe Partnership
The PartnershipThe PartnershipThe Service - The Civilian
The real secret behind the success ofThe Air Cadet Movement
Consultation occurs before any changes are made to policy or other significant
matters of joint concern
Each have their own responsibilities
One EntityOne Entity
The Air Cadet Movement
LeagueLeague MilitaryMilitary
Squadron Cadets
Squadron Cadets
Commanding Officer
Commanding OfficerChairpersonChairperson
LinksLinks between between Civilians and the Military Civilians and the Military
LinksLinks between between Civilians and the Military Civilians and the Military
Communication
Complicity
Respect / Trust
Tolerance
Team work
Communication
Complicity
Respect / Trust
Tolerance
Team work
The SquadronThe Squadron
Responsibilities of the Responsibilities of the Commanding OfficerCommanding Officer
Assure that the Mandatory Proficiency Level training program is implemented.
Organize Optional Training.
Plan Special Activities.
Responsible for the administrative
management of the squadron.
Manage and control military materiel.
Responsibilities of the Responsibilities of the Commanding Officer Commanding Officer (continued)
Organize and supervise the work of the military personnel.
Make sure that there is a fair evaluation system in the selection of cadets for promotions, summer training and awards.
Assure the liaison with the Sponsoring Committee.
Prepare and submit a budget.
SponsorSponsor
Sponsoring Sponsoring CommitteeCommittee
SupporterSupporter
SponsorSponsorUsually drawn from: Service Clubs Parent Committees Other organizations Group formed specifically for the purpose
of sponsoring a particular squadron An element of an Association
A Sponsor is responsible for creating and maintaining the Squadron Sponsoring
Committee.
Squadron Sponsoring Squadron Sponsoring CommitteeCommitteeThe Backbone
of the Air Cadet Movement.
Made up of interested citizens prepared to provide financial and other support for the squadron.
They directly interact with the CIC Officers, Civilian Staff,and cadets of the squadron.
SupporterSupporter
In addition to its Sponsor, an Air Cadet squadron
may receive assistance and support from other organizations,
groups or individuals.
They may be formally recognized asSupporters.
Responsibilities of the Responsibilities of the Squadron Sponsoring Squadron Sponsoring
CommitteeCommitteeAssisting in enrolling suitable persons
to be cadets in their squadron.
Making recommendations through their Provincial Committee to the appropriate Region Commander regarding the appointment, promotion, transfer or release of CIC Officers for their cadet squadron.
Identifying suitable candidates for enrolment as replacement officers or Civilian Instructors or Volunteers.
Responsibilities of the Responsibilities of the Squadron Sponsoring Squadron Sponsoring
Committee Committee (Continued)Enrolling suitable persons to be members of the Sponsoring Committee.
See that the registration form is completed by every member of the committee.
Liaison with other cadet units.
Providing appropriate accommodation for squadron training, administration and stores when it is not provided by the CF.
Responsibilities of the Responsibilities of the Squadron Sponsoring Squadron Sponsoring
Committee Committee (Continued)Providing training aids and equipment, including band instruments not supplied by the CF.
Providing and managing all financial matters, and administrative needs for the squadron.
Providing support to their Provincial Committee activities and financial needs as agreed.
Responsibilities of the Responsibilities of the Squadron Sponsoring Squadron Sponsoring
Committee Committee (Continued)
Providing supervision of a squadron’s finances and rendering an Annual Statement of Receipts and Expenditures (ACC9) to the Provincial Committee.
Providing necessary input to cadets’ applications for summer training.
Responsibilities of the Responsibilities of the Squadron Sponsoring Squadron Sponsoring
Committee Committee (Continued)
Arranging cadet recreational programs other than environmental training.
Providing transportation, when not available from the CF, for local training exercises.
Providing such other facilities or assistance as may be mutually agreed between the Sponsor, the Sponsoring Committee, and the CF.
Responsibilities of the Responsibilities of the Squadron Sponsoring Squadron Sponsoring
Committee Committee (Continued)
Assuring that the squadron functions in accordance with League Rules and Regulations and, within that framework, establishing local regulations that may be necessary.
Providing squadron representation in the local community.
Providing awards trophies and other special inducements for proficiency.
Squadron Sponsoring Squadron Sponsoring Committee Member's DutiesCommittee Member's Duties
Minimum of 5 members 1 Chairperson 1 Vice-Chairperson 1 Secretary 1 Treasurer 1 or more Members
The ChairpersonThe Chairperson
Regarding the squadron, is responsible for: Representing the Squadron to parents, the
public and all decision bodies of the community.
Respecting the working agreement with the Sponsor, if applicable.
Obtaining the services of qualified officers and instructors for the squadron.
Maintaining privileged links with the CO.
The Chairperson The Chairperson (continued)
Regarding the committee, is responsible for: Supervising the duties of the committee.
Ensuring committee members are registered.
Scheduling and presiding at meetings.
Establishing and supervising sub-committees.
Enforcing all decisions.
The Chairperson The Chairperson (continued)
Regarding the Provincial Committee, is responsible for:
Registering as a member of the Provincial Committee and reporting to the Chairperson.
Attending provincial meetings.
Submitting, annually, the financial statements (ACC9), the list of members of the Sponsoring Committee and cadets of the squadron.
The Chairperson The Chairperson (continued)
Regarding the Provincial Committee, is responsible for:
Ensuring that the committee supports the provincial goals ( Finance, Flying, Effective Speaking, etc.).
Collaborating in all regular or special activities that occur in the region under the guidelines of the Provincial Committee.
The Vice-ChairpersonThe Vice-Chairperson
Substitutes for the Chairperson when required.
Accomplishes any mandate given by
the Chairperson.
The SecretaryThe Secretary Summons the members.
Prepares meeting agendas.
Takes the minutes.
Maintains a mail register.
Keeps all documents for the committee.
The TreasurerThe TreasurerAssumes responsibility for and maintains
squadron funds.
Prepares monthly statements and pays all invoices.
Keeps inventory for non-military items.
Prepares the Annual Report, submits it to the Committee and sends it to the
Provincial Committee.
Prepares and controls all official receipts for donations.
The MembersThe Members
Assume some of the following responsibilities Publicity/Public Relations. Food for cadets’ recreation activities. Transportation. Purchases. Fund raising.
Are members of sub-committees.
Sponsoring Sponsoring Committees' Committees'
ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities
Financial ResponsibilitiesFinancial Responsibilities
Financial responsibilities for the operation of the squadron are shared by:
The Sponsoring Committee. The Commanding Officer.
Financial ResponsibilitiesFinancial Responsibilities(continued)
Financial support includes: Preparation, funding and implementation of
the squadron’s annual operating budget. Processing all financial transactions. Providing petty cash to the C.O. Maintaining financial records.
Preparing the financial statement.
BudgetBudget The Commanding Officer should
submit prioritized spending estimates to the Sponsoring Committee at the start of each year.
Budget Budget (continued)
Preparation should involve: Compilation of a prioritized list of planned
activities, along with proposed dates.
Compilation of items required for Cadet activities.
Assign costs to each activity or items to be acquired.
Define fund-raising ideas and estimate revenue potential.
Estimate amounts of DND grants.
Budget Budget (continued)
Budget Study Chairperson - Commanding Officer Committee
Who should conduct budget cuts ?
Adjust proposed activities and acquisitions to reflect revenue potential, as required.
Fund Raising CampaignsFund Raising Campaigns
Think about them
Organize them
Manage them
Fund Raising with CadetsFund Raising with Cadets
A maximum of two per yearProvincial campaignOne other – This campaign must be
a paying one. Communicate the objectives of the campaign to the cadets – set goals for cadets.
Reward cadets achieving or surpassing these goals.
Other Fund Raising Other Fund Raising PossibilitiesPossibilities
Donors Industries Banks Organizations Companies
Government Provincial MLA’s Federal MP's Municipal
Community SupportCommunity SupportSchool Boards
FacilitiesServicesSponsorship
Municipal Recreational Services InsurancePublicityFacilitiesTransportationSecretarial ServicesSponsorship
Service ClubsSponsorship
Be GratefulBe Grateful
CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION
PRESENTATION PLAQUES
RECEIPTS FOR CHARITABLE DONATIONS
The Air Cadet
Movement
Thanks you
FacilitiesFacilities
Provide suitable facilities Office Classrooms Storage Gym
Prepare FOR the following year.
Publicity/Public RelationsPublicity/Public RelationsGoal:To promote the organization in order to
facilitate acceptance, fund raising and recruiting.
Represent the squadron at community activities.
Publicity/Public RelationsPublicity/Public Relations(continued)
Communicate to the media Cadet achievements and activities:
Awards;
Summer camps;Competitions.
The organization is sometimes not well known!
RecruitingRecruiting
By the cadets.
Information campaigns.
Promote enrolment and retention.
Material and solicitation.
Promote the program.
Schools.
The squadron training program must be of quality.
Official RepresentationOfficial Representation
Establish and favour links with dignitaries.
Welcome dignitaries on special occasions.
Thank the benefactors.
Represent the squadron in the community.
InventoryInventoryNegotiation and purchase of non-military items.
Keep inventory of these items.
Identify the material.
Control the utilization.
Ensure owned items are insured.
PersonnelPersonnel
Military personnel transactions
Contracts Identify new members
Endorsement
Application/Registration Application/Registration FormForm
Registration includes the screening of all volunteers working with cadets.
A welcomed procedure, required by Provincial and Federal legislation to protect our cadets.
Must be completed or insurance coverage is in jeopardy.
Training ProgramTraining ProgramEnsure that the program given meets the Goals.
Organize recreational activities for the cadets.
Organize social activities for both the Military and Civilian personnel together.
Evaluation ProcessEvaluation Process
ENSURE THE SQUADRON
UTILIZES
A FAIR AND CORRECT
WAY OF EVALUATING
THE CADETS.
Evaluation ResultsEvaluation Results
Promotion of Cadets
Summer TrainingCentre Courses
Reward Activities
Make your comments & recommendations to the CO.
FairEquitable
FairEquitable
DisciplineDiscipline
Support the Commanding Officer.
Bring up to the CO incidents worth mentioning. Use the right channels of
communication.
Channels of Channels of CommunicationCommunication
Commanding OfficerCommanding OfficerChairpersonChairperson
Committee MembersCommittee Members Squadron OfficersSquadron Officers
CadetsCadets
Conflict ResolutionConflict ResolutionConflicts do occur.
Conflict that disrupts MUST be dealt with.
Issues not addressed fester into BIG PROBLEMS.
Avoid conflict by communicating clearly policies and procedures.
Talk through issues and agree on how to move on.
You may need another League Member to mediate the issue to resolution.
Steps to Conflict Steps to Conflict Resolution:Resolution:
Identify the parties involved and arrange a meeting to deal with the issue.
Identify the problem.
Deal in a Professional Manner –• Treat equally, all have their say.
• Decide upon the best way to resolve the problem.
• All parties agree to abide by the decision.
• There is to be no complaining after the meeting.
Committee MeetingsCommittee Meetings Agenda.
Attendance of the Commanding Officer.
Commanding Officer report.
Copies of minutes.
Financial Statements.
Annual Ceremonial ReviewAnnual Ceremonial Review
Preparation.
Invitations.
Welcoming.
Reception.
Recognition.
Management of ActivitiesManagement of Activities
Look after the day to day management of the squadron.
What does this mean ?
Management ContinuumManagement Continuum
PLAN1
ORGANIZE2
CONTROL5
STAFF3
DIRECT4
Plan / ForecastPlan / Forecast
• Establish and promote goals.
• Adopt the budget.
• Establish the strategy.
• Ensure continuity.
Organize / Ensure SuccessOrganize / Ensure Success• Establish the structure and
organizational chart.
• Ensure the required tools.
• Marketing.
• Inventory.
• Purchasing.
• Accounting.
Staff / Synchronize EffortsStaff / Synchronize Efforts
• Relationships
• Collaboration
• Team Spirit
• Committee
Direct / Manage ActionsDirect / Manage Actions
• Inspire
• Motivate
• Command
• Delegate
• Recognize
Control / Verify Control / Verify EffectivenessEffectiveness
• Analyze the performance.
• Readjust.
Summing UpSumming Up Introduction (Aims, Motto, Vision, Values, Mission,
Philosophy).
Organization (National, Provincial & Local).
Responsibilities (League, Canadian Forces).
The Partnership (the military, the civilian).
The Squadron (Responsibilities-CO & Sponsoring Committee).
Manage Activities (Plan, Organize, Staff, Direct, Control).
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Squadron Sponsoring Committee Members and Sponsors
Sponsoring an Air Cadet squadron allows you to make a real difference in the lives of young people.
Without an effective squadron sponsoring committee, an Air Cadet squadron cannot exist.
While funding is necessary, you must also oversee the operation of your squadron for the Air Cadet League of Canada.
Working together, the Air Cadet League and the Canadian Forces provide the cadet experience.
THANK YOU for volunteering … questions?