United We Stand, Together We’re Strong
We’re a proud not-for-profit whose aim is to instill leadership and honourable values in our Canadian youth to inspire them to be the change-makers of tomorrow.
About Us
856 Squadron is an Air Cadet Squadron located in Pickering, Ontario. With over 150 cadets, our youth organization promotes good citizenship, leadership, physical fitness, and supports the interest of youth in the sea, land, and air activities of the Canadian Forces.
856 Air Cadets parades at the East Shore Community Centre on Wednesday nights between 1830hrs – 2130hrs. Due to COVID-19, all of our activities are currently virtual.
What You Can Learn
Aviation
Sore to great heights by flying a glider or power aircraft. Keep the momentum going by earning a pilot license!
Survival
Build shelters, start fires, eat MREs oh my! Learn survival skills to survive the great outdoors.
Marksmanship
Get right on target, by developing skills through superior training and participating in Olympic style competitions.
Leadership
Get ready to take charge! Learn how to become a great leader by developing your skills and having the opportunity to lead cadets.
Music
Hit the high notes with the band. Explore historical traditions of marching music while enhancing teamwork and leadership skills.
Drill
Learn ATTEN-TION to detail along with discipline, self-awareness and teamwork skills.
Canadian Armed Forces
Learn about the different opportunities and possibilities available in all elements of the Canadian Armed Forces.
Instructing
Learn the ‘A’lpha, ‘B’ravo, ‘C’harlie’s of instruction inside and outside a typical classroom setting.
Sports
Get active and move! Try out some sports and increase your physical activity.
Our Sponsors
Kinsmen & Kinette Club of Pickering
Our Fundraising Partners
Bluesky Supermarket
Canadian Tire
Charitable Gaming
Delta Bingo
Farm Boy
Food Basics
FreshCo
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 322
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 606
Loblaws
Metro
National Sports
No Frills
Real Canadian Superstore
Sobeys
Walmart
Ready to Join?