Cadet Program Awards
National Awards
Reference: Cadet Administrative and Training Order (CATO) 13-16
CATO 13-16 Annex B
The Cadet Award of Bravery may be awarded to a cadet who performs an outstanding deed of valour involving risk of life in attempting to save the life or property of others.
Cadet Award for Bravery
CATO 13-16 Annex D
The Lord Strathcona Trust Fund Medal, most commonly referred to as the Lord Strathcona Medal is the highest award, which can be bestowed upon a cadet in recognition of exemplary performance in physical and military training.
Lord Strathcona Medal
CATO 13-16 Annex F
The Army, Navy and Air Force Veterans in Canada (ANAVETS), as a legacy to its desire to promote excellence and awareness of the CCO, has established the Army, Navy and Air Force Veterans in Canada Cadet Medal of Merit (ANAVETS Cadet Medal of Merit).
Army, Navy and Air Force Veterans in Canada Cadet Medal of Merit
CATO 52-08
The Air Force Association of Canada (AFAC) has established annual awards to be presented to Air cadets for excellence demonstrated on the Glider Pilot Scholarship (GPS) and the Power Pilot Scholarship (PPS). One medal shall be awarded to the top cadet, male or female, on both the GPS and the PPS at each of the five Regional Gliding Schools; this means five medals for the GPS and five medals for the PPS for a total of ten medals each year.
Air Force Association Medal Royal Canadian Air Cadets
Medal presented at Cadet Summer Training Centers for Top Staff Cadet.
Order of St. George Cadet Medal
CATO 13-16 Annex C
The Cadet Certificate of Commendation may be awarded to a cadet for outstanding deeds in attempting to save the life or property of another person.
Cadet Certificate of Commendation
CATO 13-16 Annex E
The Royal Canadian Legion (RCL) Cadet Medal of Excellence is awarded in recognition for individual endeavours in citizenship that meet or enhance the aims and objectives of the cadet movement.
Royal Canadian Legion Medal of Excellence
CATO 13-16 Annex G
Recognizing and rewarding cadet achievements are essential aspects of youth development. Furthermore, an award related to physical fitness is particularly important considering the related aim and associated participant outcome within the Cadet Program Mandate in CATO 11-03.
Colonel-Robert-Perron Award
After 4 completed years of service, the Air Cadet League of Canada presents a service medal. For every year thereafter, a bar is awarded to the medal (with a rosette for the undress ribbon).
Air Cadet Service Medal
Squadron Awards
Any cadet
Highly active in Squadron citizenship activities, demonstrates the citizenship aim of the program and acts as a role model for other cadets to this regard.
Major Arthur C. Hill Citizenship Award
Level 1 or 2
Enthusiastic with a positive attitude. These cadets demonstrate exceptional drill, dress, and deportment, are involved in optional teams. In general, they take initiative and exhibit qualities of good leadership.
Don Mooney Memorial Award for Most Outstanding Cadet
Any cadet
Displays natural leadership qualities and inspires others to achieve the mission. Demonstrated examples of initiative, positive motivator, and concerned with welfare of subordinates.
52 Squadron Award for Leadership
Sgt or above
These cadets have demonstrated procedural knowledge of the chain of command and cadet correction. They have reliably executed tasks and are a prime example of excellent drill, dress, and deportment. They motivate their peers, seek initiative, and are effective in a parade position.
Top Senior NCO
At least 2 years of service in the squadron
These cadets have demonstrated a significant improvement in motivation, attitude, performance, and maturity over the previous year, and have proven themselves to be a strong member of the Squadron.
Most Improved Cadet
Member of Brass & Reed Band
Member of the Brass and Reed Band that through dedication and practice, has shown the most improvement in musical ability.
Most Improved Bandsman
Member of Pipe Band
Member of the Pipe Band that through dedication and practice, has shown the most improvement in musical ability.
Clan MacEwan Award for Most Improved Pipe Band Member
Wrote the CF Qualifying Exam
Top candidate on Flying Scholarship (Gliding or Power) Qualifying Examination.
OCdt Fred Maurette for Highest Mark on Flying Exam
Level 2
These cadets demonstrate excellent classroom performance, attitude, and bearing. They have fulfilled all requirements for passing their level, have attended at least 80% of all classes, and score highly in evaluations.
Top Level 2 Cadet
Level 4
These cadets demonstrate excellent classroom performance, attitude, and bearing. They have fulfilled all requirements for passing their level, have attended at least 80% of all classes, and score highly in evaluations.
Top Level 4 Cadet
Any cadet
As voted by the cadets. A cadet of any level, who exhibits the attributes of the model cadet of 52 as seen by their peers, leaders and subordinates.
The Spirit of 52 Squadron
Flight award
Presented by the Reviewing Officer at the Annual Ceremonial Review to the top flight on parade according to their best judgement and discretion.
Top Flight on Parade (Annual Ceremonial Review)
At least 4 years of service in the squadron
Shows highest level of loyalty and dedication to Squadron. Min 80% attendance. Significant participation in major fundraising activities (bottle drives, bike-a-thon).
The Wing Commander Jack Bennett Award for Loyalty and Commitment to 52 Squadron
Level 3 or above
Outstanding drill, dress, and deportment. Involved in an optional team. Strong, enthusiastic, confident leader that knows when to take the initiative. Consistently displays a positive attitude.
Arch A. Gittel Award for Excellence
Must have instructed a lesson
These cadets demonstrate the characteristics of a premier instructor. Also mentors and motivates junior instructors to challenge and improve their own skills and methods in the classroom, in the field, or wherever they may be delivering the cadet training program.
Instructors Cup
Cpl or F/Cpl
These cadets have demonstrated procedural knowledge of the chain of command and cadet correction. They have reliably executed tasks and are a prime example of excellent drill, dress, and deportment.
Top Junior NCO
Member of Brass & Reed Band
Member of the Brass and Reed Band that demonstrates a thorough passion for music; has excellent drill, dress, and deportment; uses leadership qualities in the band; and who sets an example for other band members to follow.
Top Bandsman
Member of Pipe Band
Member of the Pipe Band that demonstrates a thorough passion for music; has excellent drill, dress, and deportment; uses leadership qualities in the band; and who sets an example for other band members to follow.
Clan MacDougall Award for Top Pipe Band Member
Participated in an Effective Speaking competition
Winner of the Squadron Effective Speaking competition.
Lt Tom Gryder Toastmaster's Award
Level 1
These cadets demonstrate excellent classroom performance, attitude, and bearing. They have fulfilled all requirements for passing their level, have attended at least 80% of all classes, and score highly in evaluations.
Top Level 1 Cadet
Level 3
These cadets demonstrate excellent classroom performance, attitude, and bearing. They have fulfilled all requirements for passing their level, have attended at least 80% of all classes, and score highly in evaluations.
Top Level 3 Cadet
Level 5
These cadets demonstrate excellent classroom performance, attitude, and bearing. They have fulfilled all requirements for passing their level, have attended at least 80% of all classes, and score highly in evaluations.
Top Level 5 Cadet
Any cadet
As voted by the cadets. An Officer who is seen as a role model to the cadets as seen by the cadets of the squadron.