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Welcome to the
Queen's York Rangers 2799 Army Cadet Corps The Canadian Cadet Organization is a youth program of Sea, Army and Air Cadets with over 52,000 members across Canada. Membership is open to teens of all backgrounds age 12-18. Cadets teaches leadership, citizenship, self-reliance, physical fitness, respect for others, and a multitude of valuable life skills. It offers unique opportunities you won't find anywhere else. And it's fun! The Queen's York Rangers parade Friday evenings from 19:00-22:00 hrs. [read more] |
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IMPORTANT REMINDERS!
No Georgina Bus!!
Please note that as of September 2018 there will NO LONGER be a bus running from Georgina to John Graves Simcoe Armoury on Friday nights or any other cadet activity. ALL cadets must make their own way to JGSA.
Please note that as of September 2018 there will NO LONGER be a bus running from Georgina to John Graves Simcoe Armoury on Friday nights or any other cadet activity. ALL cadets must make their own way to JGSA.
Upcoming Activities
Fri 9 Nov 2018
CO's Parade & Regular Training Night
Arrival Time: 18:50 | Dismissal Time: 22:00
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoury
This is a Commanding Officers Parade, after which is regular training. Instructors consult with your Level Officers to get the lessons that need to be taught.
Work on your uniforms, you will be inspected on your dress. Effort on your boots as well as your whole uniform. Press the shirt, Trousers and Tunic, ensure that your Beret is properly worn and formed. Your uniform shows you care in your duties as well as your Pride in your Corps.
Sunday is Remembrance Day and we will be on parade with the Regiment for the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War. This is a very important day and parade for you, your Corps, your Regiment, and for Canada. EVERYONE IS EXPECTED TO ATTEND THE REMEMBRANCE DAY PARADE - NO EXCUSES! Let us show them our Pride in our Corps and ourselves. Work on your uniform and drill!
Robert Rogers 10th Rule – If the enemy is far superior, the whole squad must disperse and meet again at a designated location. This scatters the pursuit and allows for organized resistance.
How does this apply to you? Always ensure that you remain safe and can get out of a situation, know where you can go and who you can call to remain safe. A Ranger is Always Prepared
Cadet Order of Dress: C1 (Ties, Medals, Etc. and black pants, black shoes, and white dress shirt for those without a uniform)
Staff Order of Dress: DEU 1A
CO's Parade & Regular Training Night
Arrival Time: 18:50 | Dismissal Time: 22:00
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoury
This is a Commanding Officers Parade, after which is regular training. Instructors consult with your Level Officers to get the lessons that need to be taught.
Work on your uniforms, you will be inspected on your dress. Effort on your boots as well as your whole uniform. Press the shirt, Trousers and Tunic, ensure that your Beret is properly worn and formed. Your uniform shows you care in your duties as well as your Pride in your Corps.
Sunday is Remembrance Day and we will be on parade with the Regiment for the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War. This is a very important day and parade for you, your Corps, your Regiment, and for Canada. EVERYONE IS EXPECTED TO ATTEND THE REMEMBRANCE DAY PARADE - NO EXCUSES! Let us show them our Pride in our Corps and ourselves. Work on your uniform and drill!
Robert Rogers 10th Rule – If the enemy is far superior, the whole squad must disperse and meet again at a designated location. This scatters the pursuit and allows for organized resistance.
How does this apply to you? Always ensure that you remain safe and can get out of a situation, know where you can go and who you can call to remain safe. A Ranger is Always Prepared
Cadet Order of Dress: C1 (Ties, Medals, Etc. and black pants, black shoes, and white dress shirt for those without a uniform)
Staff Order of Dress: DEU 1A
Sat 10 Nov 2018
Biathlon Team Practice
Arrival Time: 08:00 | Dismissal Time: 16:00
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoruy
Biathlon practices are only open to those cadets that made the team.
PARENTS, please come into the armoury for a quick discussion with the Coaches and to sign-up for driving to Highlands.
We will be at the armoury. This will be our first FULL DAY practice. We have lots to do such as sizing equipment, assigning and waxing skis, marksmanship, roller skiing, and lessons. Bring ALL your roller ski equipment including a HELMET. Make sure you are on time. Bring a healthy lunch, healthy snacks, water, pen, biathlon journal. Make sure you have completed your goals sheet. We practice rain, snow or shine. Dress for the weather, it's getting cold out!
If you have any questions please contact Coach Kasper or Coach Valentini
Cadet Order of Dress: PT Gear
Staff Order of Dress: PT Gear
Biathlon Team Practice
Arrival Time: 08:00 | Dismissal Time: 16:00
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoruy
Biathlon practices are only open to those cadets that made the team.
PARENTS, please come into the armoury for a quick discussion with the Coaches and to sign-up for driving to Highlands.
We will be at the armoury. This will be our first FULL DAY practice. We have lots to do such as sizing equipment, assigning and waxing skis, marksmanship, roller skiing, and lessons. Bring ALL your roller ski equipment including a HELMET. Make sure you are on time. Bring a healthy lunch, healthy snacks, water, pen, biathlon journal. Make sure you have completed your goals sheet. We practice rain, snow or shine. Dress for the weather, it's getting cold out!
If you have any questions please contact Coach Kasper or Coach Valentini
Cadet Order of Dress: PT Gear
Staff Order of Dress: PT Gear
Sun 11 Nov 2018
Remembrance Day Parade
Arrival Time: 09:00 | Dismissal Time: 12:00
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoury
Sunday is Remembrance Day and we will be on parade with the regiment for the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War. This is a very important day and parade for you, your Corps, your Regiment and for Canada. EVERYONE IS EXPECTED TO ATTEND THE REMEMBRANCE DAY PARADE - NO EXCUSES!
Make an extra effort on your boots as well as your whole uniform. Press the shirt, Trousers and Tunic, ensure that your Beret is properly worn and formed. Your uniform shows you care in your duties as well as your Pride in your Corps.
Bring a thin warm sweater that you can wear under your tunic that won’t be seen but will keep you warm. Prepare yourself for a long parade, this is a very important parade for you, your Corps, your Regiment and for Canada. You will remember being there! Parents are welcome to spectate along the parade route to the Aurora Cenotaph.
Cadet Order of Dress: C1 (Ties, Medals, Etc. and black pants, black shoes, and white dress shirt for those without a uniform)
Staff Order of Dress: DEU 1A
Remembrance Day Parade
Arrival Time: 09:00 | Dismissal Time: 12:00
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoury
Sunday is Remembrance Day and we will be on parade with the regiment for the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War. This is a very important day and parade for you, your Corps, your Regiment and for Canada. EVERYONE IS EXPECTED TO ATTEND THE REMEMBRANCE DAY PARADE - NO EXCUSES!
Make an extra effort on your boots as well as your whole uniform. Press the shirt, Trousers and Tunic, ensure that your Beret is properly worn and formed. Your uniform shows you care in your duties as well as your Pride in your Corps.
Bring a thin warm sweater that you can wear under your tunic that won’t be seen but will keep you warm. Prepare yourself for a long parade, this is a very important parade for you, your Corps, your Regiment and for Canada. You will remember being there! Parents are welcome to spectate along the parade route to the Aurora Cenotaph.
Cadet Order of Dress: C1 (Ties, Medals, Etc. and black pants, black shoes, and white dress shirt for those without a uniform)
Staff Order of Dress: DEU 1A
Mon 4 Nov 2018
Band Practice
Arrival Time: 18:00 | Dismissal Time: 21:00
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoury
The cadet band has a special practice from 1800hrs to 2100hrs in order to work on marching while playing instruments as well as work on repertoire. The band is preparing to play during the COs Parade on Fri 9th Nov as well as march and play in the Remembrance Day Parade on Sun 11th Nov. Any cadet with experience with a musical instrument is welcome to come and try out the band on Monday. It is a wonderful opportunity to use one's skills outside a school setting.
The cadet band has a special practice from 1800hrs to 2100hrs in order to work on marching while playing instruments as well as work on repertoire. The band is preparing to play during the COs Parade on Fri 9th Nov as well as march and play in the Remembrance Day Parade on Sun 11th Nov. Any cadet with experience with a musical instrument is welcome to come and try out the band on Monday. It is a wonderful opportunity to use one's skills outside a school setting.
Cadet Order of Dress: Civilian
Staff Order of Dress: Civilian
Band Practice
Arrival Time: 18:00 | Dismissal Time: 21:00
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoury
The cadet band has a special practice from 1800hrs to 2100hrs in order to work on marching while playing instruments as well as work on repertoire. The band is preparing to play during the COs Parade on Fri 9th Nov as well as march and play in the Remembrance Day Parade on Sun 11th Nov. Any cadet with experience with a musical instrument is welcome to come and try out the band on Monday. It is a wonderful opportunity to use one's skills outside a school setting.
The cadet band has a special practice from 1800hrs to 2100hrs in order to work on marching while playing instruments as well as work on repertoire. The band is preparing to play during the COs Parade on Fri 9th Nov as well as march and play in the Remembrance Day Parade on Sun 11th Nov. Any cadet with experience with a musical instrument is welcome to come and try out the band on Monday. It is a wonderful opportunity to use one's skills outside a school setting.
Cadet Order of Dress: Civilian
Staff Order of Dress: Civilian
Tues 13 Nov 2018
Air Rifle Team Practice
Arrival Time: 18:30 | Dismissal Time: 22:00
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoruy
Air Rifle practices are only open to those cadets that have advance to this point.
Congratulations to those of you who have advance to this point. We have a lot to get done this week including a discussion on expectations, practices, etc, sizing equipment and rifles and of course shooting. I expect that everyone will be ON TIME as practice starts promptly at 18:30. Please meet in the large classroom and have with you the following items: water bottles, small healthy snack, sweater, parade boots, fitted jeans, a belt and a journal and pen/pencil. Wear comfortable pants and bring your jeans in hand. If you do not own fitted jeans you will be fine in what you already have on.
**Please note that you may NOT leave air rifle team practice to be part of fitness nights. It is crucial to your development and advancement that you are present for the entirety of this practice. **
If you have any questions please contact Coach J Kasper.
Cadet Order of Dress: PT Gear
Staff Order of Dress: PT Gear
Air Rifle Team Practice
Arrival Time: 18:30 | Dismissal Time: 22:00
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoruy
Air Rifle practices are only open to those cadets that have advance to this point.
Congratulations to those of you who have advance to this point. We have a lot to get done this week including a discussion on expectations, practices, etc, sizing equipment and rifles and of course shooting. I expect that everyone will be ON TIME as practice starts promptly at 18:30. Please meet in the large classroom and have with you the following items: water bottles, small healthy snack, sweater, parade boots, fitted jeans, a belt and a journal and pen/pencil. Wear comfortable pants and bring your jeans in hand. If you do not own fitted jeans you will be fine in what you already have on.
**Please note that you may NOT leave air rifle team practice to be part of fitness nights. It is crucial to your development and advancement that you are present for the entirety of this practice. **
If you have any questions please contact Coach J Kasper.
Cadet Order of Dress: PT Gear
Staff Order of Dress: PT Gear
Tue 30 Oct 2018
Fitness Nights
Arrival Time: 18:30 | Dismissal Time: 20:00
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoury
Every week we will be meeting for optional fitness training. The program is for ALL FITNESS LEVELS and is a great way to get in shape. Especially with the upcoming fitness test on Dec 1. We will be outside for most of the night so dress accordingly.
"The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is so often just simply that little word extra" -Bear Gryls
Cadet Order of Dress: PT Gear (dress for the weather; bring hat gloves, etc.)
Staff Order of Dress: PT Gear
Fitness Nights
Arrival Time: 18:30 | Dismissal Time: 20:00
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoury
Every week we will be meeting for optional fitness training. The program is for ALL FITNESS LEVELS and is a great way to get in shape. Especially with the upcoming fitness test on Dec 1. We will be outside for most of the night so dress accordingly.
"The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is so often just simply that little word extra" -Bear Gryls
Cadet Order of Dress: PT Gear (dress for the weather; bring hat gloves, etc.)
Staff Order of Dress: PT Gear
Every Tuesday Night (Except 1st Tuesday of month)
Admin and Supply Night
Arrival Time: 18:30 | Dismissal Time: 21:30
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoury
Tuesday evenings are our supply night for cadets to pick-up or exchange their uniform. Capt. Daniels is in stores from 18:30-20:00. Tuesdays are also our administration night for cadets to drop-off or sign any paperwork, camp forms and offers, and cadet applications.
There will be no admin or supply on the first Tuesday of the month, or during stand down over the winter holidays and summer.
Since the marksmanship and biathlon teams usually train on Tuesdays at the armoury, all cadets and visitors must follow procedures when entering and exiting the building to ensure safety when the range is in use.
Cadet Order of Dress: Civilians
Staff Order of Dress: Civilians
Admin and Supply Night
Arrival Time: 18:30 | Dismissal Time: 21:30
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoury
Tuesday evenings are our supply night for cadets to pick-up or exchange their uniform. Capt. Daniels is in stores from 18:30-20:00. Tuesdays are also our administration night for cadets to drop-off or sign any paperwork, camp forms and offers, and cadet applications.
There will be no admin or supply on the first Tuesday of the month, or during stand down over the winter holidays and summer.
Since the marksmanship and biathlon teams usually train on Tuesdays at the armoury, all cadets and visitors must follow procedures when entering and exiting the building to ensure safety when the range is in use.
Cadet Order of Dress: Civilians
Staff Order of Dress: Civilians
Fri 16 Nov 2018
Regular Training Night
Arrival Time: 18:50 | Dismissal Time: 22:00
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoury
This will be a regular training night, instructors consult with your Level Officers to get the lessons that need to be taught.
Work on your uniforms, you will be inspected on your dress. Continue the effort on your boots as well as your whole uniform. Press the shirt, Trousers and Tunic, ensure that your Beret is properly worn and formed. Your uniform shows you care in your duties as well as your Pride in your Corps.
Robert Rogers 11 th Rule - If attacked from the rear, the ranks reverse order, so the rear rank now becomes the front. If attacked from the flank, the opposite flank now serves as the rear rank.
How does this apply to you? Always be aware of what is going on around you and keep what needs your attention to your front. A Ranger is Always Aware
Cadet Order of Dress: C5 FTU (adventure wear for those without a uniform)
Staff Order of Dress: Cadpat
Regular Training Night
Arrival Time: 18:50 | Dismissal Time: 22:00
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoury
This will be a regular training night, instructors consult with your Level Officers to get the lessons that need to be taught.
Work on your uniforms, you will be inspected on your dress. Continue the effort on your boots as well as your whole uniform. Press the shirt, Trousers and Tunic, ensure that your Beret is properly worn and formed. Your uniform shows you care in your duties as well as your Pride in your Corps.
Robert Rogers 11 th Rule - If attacked from the rear, the ranks reverse order, so the rear rank now becomes the front. If attacked from the flank, the opposite flank now serves as the rear rank.
How does this apply to you? Always be aware of what is going on around you and keep what needs your attention to your front. A Ranger is Always Aware
Cadet Order of Dress: C5 FTU (adventure wear for those without a uniform)
Staff Order of Dress: Cadpat
Tues 20 Nov 2018
Air Rifle Team Practice
Arrival Time: 18:30 | Dismissal Time: 22:00
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoruy
Air Rifle practices are only open to those cadets that have advance to this point.
Congratulations to those of you who have advance to this point. We will be continuing with sizing equipment and rifles as well as shooting this week in both prone and standing. I expect that everyone will be ON TIME as practice starts promptly at 18:30. Please meet on the parade square and have with you the following items: water bottles, small healthy snack, sweater, parade boots, fitted jeans, a belt and a journal and pen/pencil. Wear comfortable pants and bring your jeans in hand. If you do not own fitted jeans you will be fine in what you already have on.
**Please note that you may NOT leave air rifle team practice to be part of fitness nights. It is crucial to your development and advancement that you are present for the entirety of this practice. **
If you have any questions please contact Coach J Kasper.
Cadet Order of Dress: PT Gear
Staff Order of Dress: PT Gear
Air Rifle Team Practice
Arrival Time: 18:30 | Dismissal Time: 22:00
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoruy
Air Rifle practices are only open to those cadets that have advance to this point.
Congratulations to those of you who have advance to this point. We will be continuing with sizing equipment and rifles as well as shooting this week in both prone and standing. I expect that everyone will be ON TIME as practice starts promptly at 18:30. Please meet on the parade square and have with you the following items: water bottles, small healthy snack, sweater, parade boots, fitted jeans, a belt and a journal and pen/pencil. Wear comfortable pants and bring your jeans in hand. If you do not own fitted jeans you will be fine in what you already have on.
**Please note that you may NOT leave air rifle team practice to be part of fitness nights. It is crucial to your development and advancement that you are present for the entirety of this practice. **
If you have any questions please contact Coach J Kasper.
Cadet Order of Dress: PT Gear
Staff Order of Dress: PT Gear
Fri 23 Nov 2018
Regular Training Night
Arrival Time: 18:50 | Dismissal Time: 22:00
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoury
This will be a regular training night, instructors consult with your Level Officers to get the lessons that need to be taught. Work on your uniforms, you will be inspected on your dress. Continue the effort on your boots as well as your whole uniform. Press the shirt, Trousers and Tunic, ensure that your Beret is properly worn and formed. Your uniform shows you care in your duties as well as your Pride in your Corps.
Robert Rogers 12th Rule - If a rally is used after a retreat, make it on the high ground to slow the enemy advance.
How does this apply to you? If you are required to wait for help, find an open area or a high point where you will be observed. A Ranger maintains composure and makes the right decisions.
Cadet Order of Dress: C2 (black and white for those without a uniform)
Staff Order of Dress: 3B
Regular Training Night
Arrival Time: 18:50 | Dismissal Time: 22:00
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoury
This will be a regular training night, instructors consult with your Level Officers to get the lessons that need to be taught. Work on your uniforms, you will be inspected on your dress. Continue the effort on your boots as well as your whole uniform. Press the shirt, Trousers and Tunic, ensure that your Beret is properly worn and formed. Your uniform shows you care in your duties as well as your Pride in your Corps.
Robert Rogers 12th Rule - If a rally is used after a retreat, make it on the high ground to slow the enemy advance.
How does this apply to you? If you are required to wait for help, find an open area or a high point where you will be observed. A Ranger maintains composure and makes the right decisions.
Cadet Order of Dress: C2 (black and white for those without a uniform)
Staff Order of Dress: 3B
Fri 30 Nov 2018
Regular Training Night
Arrival Time: 18:50 | Dismissal Time: 22:00
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoury
This will be a regular training night, instructors consult with your Level Officers to get the lessons that need to be taught. Work on your uniforms, you will be inspected on your dress. Continue the effort on your boots as well as your whole uniform. Press the shirt, Trousers and Tunic, ensure that your Beret is properly worn and formed. Your uniform shows you care in your duties as well as your Pride in your Corps.
Next week is the Corps Mess Dinner ensure that your uniform is in good repair, fits well
and that you do not need anything.
Robert Rogers 13th Rule - When laying in ambuscade, wait for the enemy to get close enough that your fire will be doubly frightening, and after firing, the enemy can be rushed with hatchets.
How does this apply to you? When in a competition or in life wait for your competition to commit then commit more. A Ranger is gives their full measure
Cadet Order of Dress: C2 (black and white for those without a uniform)
Staff Order of Dress: 3B
Regular Training Night
Arrival Time: 18:50 | Dismissal Time: 22:00
Location: John Graves Simcoe Armoury
This will be a regular training night, instructors consult with your Level Officers to get the lessons that need to be taught. Work on your uniforms, you will be inspected on your dress. Continue the effort on your boots as well as your whole uniform. Press the shirt, Trousers and Tunic, ensure that your Beret is properly worn and formed. Your uniform shows you care in your duties as well as your Pride in your Corps.
Next week is the Corps Mess Dinner ensure that your uniform is in good repair, fits well
and that you do not need anything.
Robert Rogers 13th Rule - When laying in ambuscade, wait for the enemy to get close enough that your fire will be doubly frightening, and after firing, the enemy can be rushed with hatchets.
How does this apply to you? When in a competition or in life wait for your competition to commit then commit more. A Ranger is gives their full measure
Cadet Order of Dress: C2 (black and white for those without a uniform)
Staff Order of Dress: 3B
Fri 7 Dec 2018
Mess Dinner
Arrival Time: 18:50 | Dismissal Time: 22:00
Location: Aurora Legion, 105 Industrial Pkwy N, Aurora, ON L4G 4C4
This is our Mess Dinner and the Commanding Officer will be recognizing all of those cadets who have earned awards and recognition.
Work on your uniforms, wear a white shirt and plain black bow tie in place of your green shirt and tie. Effort on your boots as well as your whole uniform.
Your uniform shows you care in your duties as well as your Pride in your Corps. Plan for a fun evening and our last night of cadets before the holidays.
Robert Rogers 14th Rule – At a campsite, the sentries should be posted at a distance to protect the camp without revealing its location. Each sentry will consist of 6 men with two constantly awake at a time.
How does this apply to you? Even when you’re relaxing ensure that you are safe. A Ranger is Always Prepared
Cadet Order of Dress: Mess Dress C6 (black dress pants, black dress shoes, white dress shirt and bow tie for those without uniform)
Staff Order of Dress: Mess Kit
Mess Dinner
Arrival Time: 18:50 | Dismissal Time: 22:00
Location: Aurora Legion, 105 Industrial Pkwy N, Aurora, ON L4G 4C4
This is our Mess Dinner and the Commanding Officer will be recognizing all of those cadets who have earned awards and recognition.
Work on your uniforms, wear a white shirt and plain black bow tie in place of your green shirt and tie. Effort on your boots as well as your whole uniform.
Your uniform shows you care in your duties as well as your Pride in your Corps. Plan for a fun evening and our last night of cadets before the holidays.
Robert Rogers 14th Rule – At a campsite, the sentries should be posted at a distance to protect the camp without revealing its location. Each sentry will consist of 6 men with two constantly awake at a time.
How does this apply to you? Even when you’re relaxing ensure that you are safe. A Ranger is Always Prepared
Cadet Order of Dress: Mess Dress C6 (black dress pants, black dress shoes, white dress shirt and bow tie for those without uniform)
Staff Order of Dress: Mess Kit
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