Welcome to 351 Silver Star Squadron!

Training

We are 351 Silver Star, Royal Canadian Air Cadets. 

Please visit the CJCR website and click JOIN US to register for the Air Cadet Program.

351 meets every Tuesday evening at Bur Oak Secondary School for mandatory training with exciting weekend activities throughout the year.

Announcements

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2025 Biathlon Team - Sign-up
15 Sep 25


The 351 Biathlon Team will hold practices on Saturdays, starting 20 Sept, 2025. Selected cadets will compete in the Central Ontario Area Biathlon Competition in Nov 2025. 

Practices: Saturdays, beginning 20 Sept
Time: 1830 - 2100 hrs
Location:145 Royal Crest Court, Unit 28, Markham, ON. 
Selection: Try-out will be held in Oct
Dress: Athletic wear and running shoes. Cadets are recommended to dress in layers. 
Other details and confirmation will be sent to participants by email. 
Sign up: Here

Phase one of training will be endurance training in preparation for the Run & Shoot Competition. Cadets who are interested in the training should sign up by 18 Sept. 
Supply - Uniform Exchange Process is Renewed
6 Sep 25
Cadets with ill-fitting uniform parts may submit an exchange request for a better size through the Dashboard. To do this, click the "Exchange" button located at the bottom of the dashboard under the "Supply" section. 

Important Information: 


  • Pick-up Location: All exchanged must be picked up from the Squadron Office on a designated Supply Night.
  • Availability: If the requested parts are not in stock, you will be notified. You will receive a second notification once your order is ready for pick-up. 
  • Condition: Please ensure all uniforms being returned are clean and have been washed.  


Squadron Office Address: Unit 5 - 185 Riviera Drive, Markham, ON L3R 5J6

Supply Night Schedule: 

The first Supply Night will be held on Thursday, 11 September. Subsequent nights will be held on the following Thursdays: 



  • 25 September 2025
  • 23 October 2025
  • 20 November 2025
  • 11 December 2025 
Time: 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm 

Walk-Ins: Cadets may drop by during Supply Hours without a prior request. However, please be advised that walk-in exchanges are subject to available inventory and cannot be guaranteed.

We encourage you to use the online system to ensure the best chance of availability. 
Short Fuse - Gliding Day 1 - 06 Sept 2025 - For Returning Cadets Only - Closed
2 Sep 25
 

A gliding day for 351 returning cadets will be held on Saturday, 6 Sept 2025 at CFB Borden. Transportation and lunch will be provided. 

Cadets who are interested in participating are required to sign up HERE as soon as possible. The Joining Instruction (JI) will be sent to your Cadet365 email. 
Victory over Japan D-Day - The Battle of Hong Kong Ceremony - Cancelled
4 Aug 25


Dress for Cadet is C1A
Officer No.1A
Civilian Business Dress
Sign-up Here

 
Squadron Standing Down
21 Jul 25



Please be advised that 351 Silver Star Air Cadet Squadron will be standing down effective 1 Jul. During this period, there will be no regular training, parades, or activities. 

We encourage all members to take this time for rest and preparation as we gear up for the next phase of operations. 

Further details regarding the next training cycle and upcoming events will be communicated soon. 

Thank you for your dedication and ongoing support. 
2025 Year End BBQ Night
12 Jun 25
 




Join us as we wrap up the training year with a fun and relaxing BBQ night! Enjoy great food, games, and company as we celebrate everyone's achievements. 
Date: Tuesday, 24 June 2025

Time: 1830 - 2130 hrs

Location: Cornerstone Community Church - Parking Lot. 9680 Ninth Line, Markham, ON

Ration: Free of charge for 351 staff and cadets. Sign-up is required.  

Parents are welcome to join. Please sign up in advance. Tickets are $15 per person, payable at the event.

Sign up Here by 17 June. 
15th Change of Command
30 May 25


RSVP by June 8th, 2025

 
38th Annual Ceremonial Review
26 May 25



 RSVP by June 3rd, 2025 


Expired: June 30, 2025
17 May Gliding - Cancelled
16 May 25
Please be advised that, due to forecasted inclement weather and a mechanical issue, the gliding activity this weekend (17 May) is canceled. No make-up opportunities are available at this time. 
We still have a few spots on 31 May, please sign up Here if interested.  
Spring Marksmanship Familiarization
5 May 25


351 will host a series of Marksmanship Familiarization sessions for level one cadets and new fast-track cadets. Cadets will be given the opportunity to handle and fire the Daisy 853C air rifle with the guidance of members of the Marksmanship Team. This is a mandatory requirement for new cadets. Only level 1 cadets and new fast-track cadets will be accepted at this time.

Cadets will be scheduled for a 1-hour period to complete a safety briefing, safe handling test, and a relay on the range.

Activity: Marksmanship Familiarization
Date: 17 May 2025
Time: 1830-2100 (no arrival prior to 1800)
Location: Wayland Li Martial Arts Centre (145 Royal Crest Court, Unit 28, Markham, Ontario L3R 9Z4);
Please enter through unit 29
Participation: Level 1 and new fast-track cadets
OPI: Lt Lee
CPI: WO2 Li, Hillian
Sign Up: Closed
Nominal Roll: Here
Dress: Appropriate civilian attire
Kit List: Health Card

23 Mar 25



351 Air Squadron will hold 4 Gliding days in April and May 2025 at CFB Borden. Transportation and lunch will be provided. 

Cadets who are interested in participating are required to sign up using the MS form below. Sign-up expirations are indicated in the form. 

Please note that submission does not guarantee a spot. The joining instructions and parent content form will be sent to the selected cadets by the sign-up expiration date. 

Questions? Please pass through the Chain of Command. 

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Supply

EXCHANGE: Cadets with ill-fitting uniform parts can submit requests for exchange for a size that fits from the dashboard: Click Exchange at the bottom of the dashboard under Supply.

Please note: pick up will be at the Squadron Office on the Supply night. If parts are not in stock, you will be notified when the parts will be ready to pick up.
    Squadron office address:
    Unit 5 - 185 Riviera Dr, Markham,
    Ontario L3R 5J6

Supply Nights will be on Thursday of each month, Sept 11th, Sept 25th, Oct 23rd, Nov 20th and Dec 11th between 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Cadets can drop by without advance request, but no guarantee that the uniform parts are in stock. Please bring back the washed uniform to exchange.

RETURN: Cadets no longer with the squadron should return their washed uniform to supply. Returns are accepted every Tuesday during regular training at Bur Oak Secondary School. Drop off the uniform on the Supply Desk. Please include the return form.

Cadets with outstanding supply requests are to follow up with the Supply WO.

Mandatory Training

Cadets are required to attend the following Mandatory Training Activities:

Advanced Leadership Program (PO503)
  Complete

Aircrew Survival Exercise (FTX)
   Complete
 
Marksmanship Day
   Complete

Remembrance Day Parade
   Complete

CAF Engagement
   Complete

Santa Clause Parade
   30 Nov 2024

Advanced Leadership Program (PO513)
   Compete

Air Elemental Weekend
   03 & 04 May 2025
   Blackdown CTC

Annual Cadet Review (ACR)
   Jun 8, 2025

* Other mandatory training as announced in the year

TEAM COMPETITIONS

Marksmanship Stage 2 (Zone)
   Complete
  
Marksmanship Stage 3 (Prov)
  Complete

Band & Drill Competition
   06 Apr 2025 (Tentative)

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