Summer Training 

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Applications for summer training 2026 is now closed.  Check back January 2027 for information and application deadlines.
Cadet Summer Training 2026
GENERAL INFO
Summer training opportunities for 2026 are moving forward as planned and ALL eligible cadets are encouraged to apply.  The Cadet Program Re-scope has changed the way the Cadet Program operates moving forward.  Decide your Summer Training - Cadets and parents should review the summer training options together. There is the NCAC and paid Staff Cadet opportunities for cadets aged 16 and older. Staff Cadet Employment Rates (2026)
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CWO Neumann and MWO Ertl members of the Cadet National Rifle Team 2019, Bisley, England
CADET TRAINING CENTRES (Red Star - Gold Star)
​Training Courses will be offered to cadets who have completed their second year of training (Red Star) or higher.  Course will be hosted at Cadet Training Centres(CTC).  Courses range in length from 2 to 4 weeks and take place at CTC locations across the country.  Army Cadets who have completed Red Star may apply to Common Courses, such as Air Rifle Marksmanship, Drill and Ceremonial, Fitness and Sports, or they may apply for specific Army Cadet Courses, such as Expedition Team Member, Expedition Team Leader, or Mountain Bike Instructor.
ADVANCED CADET OPPORTUNITIES
Cadets who have completed the Gold Star program (Gold Star qualified) and will be 16 years of age by the start of summer training may apply for staff cadet positions or advanced opportunities.  Staff cadets hold a variety of positions at CTCs from training support, public affairs and operations, to Platoon WOs, to the RSM of the CTC. 

​Cadets may also apply for advanced opportunities such as part of the National Cadet Advisory Council (NCAC), CF Basic Parachutist Course, or for the Maple Leaf Exchange (MLE) in the United Kingdom.
HOW TO APPLY
  1. Decide your Summer Training - Cadets and parents should review the summer training options together. There is the NCAC and paid Staff Cadet opportunities for cadets aged 16 and older. Staff Cadet Employment Rates (2026)
  2. Ensure you meet all eligibility requirements.  Any applications received that do not meet the eligibility requirement will be disqualified without notice to the cadet.
  3. Decide your top 3 choices and serials (course dates). **NOTE** Cadets may choose the same course for multiple choices if it offers multiple serials (course dates). Courses that only offer one serial may only be selected once.
  4. Complete the application form below based on your Star Level Qualification. Responses are automatically sent to 2799.
    1. Red Star 
    2. Silver & Gold Star CTC 
    3. Staff Cadet
Summer Training Joining Instructions 
Before attending summer training at a CTC it is imperative that you read and understand the Summer Training Joining Instructions.  This is applicable for all cadets attending summer training courses.  Each Training Center will also have an additional package that pertains to that specific training.  To ensure that you are informed, we highly recommended that you read the packages and write down questions that you may have. 
Joining Instructions 
Important Documents to Bring
  1. HEALTH CARD
  2. A physical copy of your CTC Offer of Participation
  3. CTC Common Transportation Form
  4. CTC Common Time-Off Request Form
  5. Direct Deposit Authorization or a void cheque (bank account must be in the name of the cadet). Learn more about CJCR Gp Order 5560-7, Cadet Training Allowance.
  6. Medication and Medication Record (if applicable)
  7. Personal Property Log
  8. Packing Checklist

CTC Brochure
- Blackdown CTC Brochure
- Connaught CTC Brochure​
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2799 Cadets at Leadership and Challenge, Rocky Mountain CTC (Canmore, AB)
SUMMER CADET CO-OP
Earn High School Co-op Credits in Cadet Summer Training!
Applies to all Summer Training Centres across Canada.
2 credits earned between July 2nd and August 9th.
Open to all Ontario High School students accepted into cadet summer training programs
For more information: 
email [email protected]
Toll-Free Phone: 1-866-615-1233