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New Recruits: Please note that 540 Squadron operates at max capacity. We open a wait list at the end of May and perform an intake once a year in September. There are several other local Air, Army, and Sea Cadet units in the Halton/Peel area that provide a similar experience for new recruits and may have more flexible intake periods.
Announcements
Hello 540!
We’re excited to announce our Spring Field Training Exercise (FTX) taking place from May 9-10, 2026 for Level 1-4 and May 8-10, 2026 for Level 5's! This overnight training weekend will give you the chance to develop key field and survival skills through hands-on activities!
Sign Up Form (ALL cadets must complete) by clicking here
View the Correct Warning Order for your Level and see the Kit List and Permission Slip Here:
Level 1 - 4 + Golden Ops Warning Order
Level 5 Warning Order
Level 5 Advance Party Warning Order
Permission Slip Submission
Submit your persmission slip using this link here
To upload the permission form, you need to be logged in, please ensure you are logged into your cadet email to access.
To sign up, no log in is required so you can have a friend or staff cadet fill it out with you if you don't have access to Teams in the meantime.
FAQ Document
For Frequently Asked Questions - Click Here
The Warning Order and FAQ can be viewed by both cadets and parents/guardians.
⚠️ DEADLINES - READ CAREFULLY ⚠️
• The sign-up form must be completed by April 28, 2026
• The signed portion of the Warning Order must be submitted through the Permission slip submission link by April 28, 2026, without this, you will NOT be able to attend the FTX. If you can not submit using the link, please bring it to admin to WO2 Yang or to FSgt Faisal NLT April 14th.
This training is considered mandatory for all cadets. Missing FTX will impact promotions and summer training opportunities. If you are unable to attend, you are still required to complete the form and indicate your reason for absence.
This FTX is always one of the most memorable parts of the training year, don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn new skills, push yourself, and have a great weekend with your squadron!
We’re excited to announce our Spring Field Training Exercise (FTX) taking place from May 9-10, 2026 for Level 1-4 and May 8-10, 2026 for Level 5's! This overnight training weekend will give you the chance to develop key field and survival skills through hands-on activities!
Sign Up Form (ALL cadets must complete) by clicking here
View the Correct Warning Order for your Level and see the Kit List and Permission Slip Here:
Level 1 - 4 + Golden Ops Warning Order
Level 5 Warning Order
Level 5 Advance Party Warning Order
Permission Slip Submission
Submit your persmission slip using this link here
To upload the permission form, you need to be logged in, please ensure you are logged into your cadet email to access.
To sign up, no log in is required so you can have a friend or staff cadet fill it out with you if you don't have access to Teams in the meantime.
FAQ Document
For Frequently Asked Questions - Click Here
The Warning Order and FAQ can be viewed by both cadets and parents/guardians.
⚠️ DEADLINES - READ CAREFULLY ⚠️
• The sign-up form must be completed by April 28, 2026
• The signed portion of the Warning Order must be submitted through the Permission slip submission link by April 28, 2026, without this, you will NOT be able to attend the FTX. If you can not submit using the link, please bring it to admin to WO2 Yang or to FSgt Faisal NLT April 14th.
This training is considered mandatory for all cadets. Missing FTX will impact promotions and summer training opportunities. If you are unable to attend, you are still required to complete the form and indicate your reason for absence.
This FTX is always one of the most memorable parts of the training year, don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn new skills, push yourself, and have a great weekend with your squadron!
Currently we are at capacity and not accepting new recruits at this time.
We will not be running a second intake in January 2026.
In June 2026, those interested in our unit will be able to join a waitlist to lear how to potentially join 540 Golden Hawks in Sept. 2026.
The waitlist will be posted to our website, and emails will go out in August for an information session as well as next steps on how to register with our unit.
We will not be running a second intake in January 2026.
In June 2026, those interested in our unit will be able to join a waitlist to lear how to potentially join 540 Golden Hawks in Sept. 2026.
The waitlist will be posted to our website, and emails will go out in August for an information session as well as next steps on how to register with our unit.
3 May: Gliding CANCELLED
Due to weather and resource constraints at the flying site, there will be no gliding for 540 cadets this Sunday.
8-10 May: Field Training Exercise
Make sure to check the General Teams Channel for updates and follow your chain of command for questions.
12 May: CO's Parade
Promotions, announcements and so much more!
Parents, guardians, and guests are to be seated by 8:15pm for an 8:30pm start.
6 June: Annual Ceremonial Review
The final parade of the year, the time to put your best foot forward, your best uniform and your best self. We celebrate all the hard work from the training year in a final parade.
More information to follow.
Summer Camps!
Check your cadet email for summer camp offers.
Offers can go out up to the start date of the camp the cadet has applied for.
Please return offers to the Admin O (Lt. Pepin) ASAP.
Due to weather and resource constraints at the flying site, there will be no gliding for 540 cadets this Sunday.
8-10 May: Field Training Exercise
Make sure to check the General Teams Channel for updates and follow your chain of command for questions.
12 May: CO's Parade
Promotions, announcements and so much more!
Parents, guardians, and guests are to be seated by 8:15pm for an 8:30pm start.
6 June: Annual Ceremonial Review
The final parade of the year, the time to put your best foot forward, your best uniform and your best self. We celebrate all the hard work from the training year in a final parade.
More information to follow.
Summer Camps!
Check your cadet email for summer camp offers.
Offers can go out up to the start date of the camp the cadet has applied for.
Please return offers to the Admin O (Lt. Pepin) ASAP.
We are excited to offer many teams for cadets to participate in this year! Please ensure that when signing up for any activity to use your Cadet365 account. More information on each team can be found in the General Teams channel.
*NEW* Debate
Interested in taking your public speaking to a new level? Debate meetings are ongoing. See the General Teams channel or talk to FSgt Yang for more information.
Marksmanship
Marksmanship activities have returned! Please note that cadets are required to sign up for each individual open shoot event they wish to attend. Certain Sundays will be dedicated to team training, with open shoot days mixed in throughout the training year. Open shoots allow for any cadet to complete their rifle safe handling test then fire the cadet air rifle.
See the calendar for upcoming Marksmanship events. Each activity has limited spots.
Sign up for Open Shoots using the links posted in the General Teams channel.
Questions to Capt. Pepin.
Band
You can become part of Canada’s largest cadet band. Our band brings together cadets from all over Halton to make music, have fun, and perform at exclusive events. Whether you’re just starting or already know your way around an instrument, everyone who’s willing to practice hard has a place in our band.
Where: Forestview Church Without Walls
When: We rehearse on Fridays from 1800-2130, with some extra practices too.
Use this link to sync up your calendar
What to wear: Civilian dress, dress in layers, we will be outside.
What to bring: 2 pencils, 1 highlighter, a full water bottle and music and instrument if available.
You wanna rock? Let’s talk. Join the band here Or see more information in Teams.
Drill Team (Without Arms)
Drill teams practice take place Thursdays from 1900-2130hrs.
Rifle Drill Team (With Arms)
Drill teams practice take place Thursdays from 1900-2130hrs.
Ground School
Ground school training has completed for the year. We are wishing the best of luck to the cadets who have been selected to advance to the interview portion of the course application!
*NEW* Debate
Interested in taking your public speaking to a new level? Debate meetings are ongoing. See the General Teams channel or talk to FSgt Yang for more information.
Marksmanship
Marksmanship activities have returned! Please note that cadets are required to sign up for each individual open shoot event they wish to attend. Certain Sundays will be dedicated to team training, with open shoot days mixed in throughout the training year. Open shoots allow for any cadet to complete their rifle safe handling test then fire the cadet air rifle.
See the calendar for upcoming Marksmanship events. Each activity has limited spots.
Sign up for Open Shoots using the links posted in the General Teams channel.
Questions to Capt. Pepin.
Band
You can become part of Canada’s largest cadet band. Our band brings together cadets from all over Halton to make music, have fun, and perform at exclusive events. Whether you’re just starting or already know your way around an instrument, everyone who’s willing to practice hard has a place in our band.
Where: Forestview Church Without Walls
When: We rehearse on Fridays from 1800-2130, with some extra practices too.
Use this link to sync up your calendar
What to wear: Civilian dress, dress in layers, we will be outside.
What to bring: 2 pencils, 1 highlighter, a full water bottle and music and instrument if available.
You wanna rock? Let’s talk. Join the band here Or see more information in Teams.
Drill Team (Without Arms)
Drill teams practice take place Thursdays from 1900-2130hrs.
Rifle Drill Team (With Arms)
Drill teams practice take place Thursdays from 1900-2130hrs.
Ground School
Ground school training has completed for the year. We are wishing the best of luck to the cadets who have been selected to advance to the interview portion of the course application!
Keep an eye out for gliding sign ups!
Sign ups will be announced in the General Teams Channel.
Confirmation emails are sent to the selected cadets via their C365 account.
Next date: 3 May
Sign up form is now available in the General Teams Channel.
Sign ups will be announced in the General Teams Channel.
Confirmation emails are sent to the selected cadets via their C365 account.
Next date: 3 May
Sign up form is now available in the General Teams Channel.
If you are a new cadet - check your email or your parent/guardians email containing your login credentials.
Are you a returning cadet who forgot their password?
Start Here
PLEASE set up your Authenticator app and Cadet365 account with an email you have access to and a password you will remember.
If you are still not able to log into your account, reach out to the admin team for assistance at: [email protected]
Note: we are limited to how many account resets we can do per cadet. Forgetting your password or authenticator app password multiple times may result in you being locked out of your account for an extended period of time.
Are you a returning cadet who forgot their password?
Start Here
PLEASE set up your Authenticator app and Cadet365 account with an email you have access to and a password you will remember.
If you are still not able to log into your account, reach out to the admin team for assistance at: [email protected]
Note: we are limited to how many account resets we can do per cadet. Forgetting your password or authenticator app password multiple times may result in you being locked out of your account for an extended period of time.
If you need to report an absence, please use this this 540 Sqn absence reporting form. Note that parents are not authorized to submit an absence on behalf of their cadet. Cadets, you must be logged into C365 to fill out the form.
If you will be absent for more than 2 weeks in a row (ex. for medical reasons, travel, etc.) please contact the Admin O. Lt. Pepin.
If you will be absent for more than 2 weeks in a row (ex. for medical reasons, travel, etc.) please contact the Admin O. Lt. Pepin.
Calendar
Please add our 540 Squadron calendar to your mobile device to keep up to date with our training activities.