50 LCol Barker Dauphin Squadron

06/06/2026

📸 Photo Dump: 50 LCol Barker VC Squadron Annual Ceremonial Review!

What an incredible way to close out another outstanding training year! The ACR was a fantastic celebration of the hard work, dedication, and growth of our cadets.

A huge thank you to our Reviewing Officer, Major Andrew Flook, for taking the time to honour our squadron. We also want to recognize the tremendous support from families, friends, and the community who came out to cheer on the cadets — your presence meant everything!

Congratulations to all of our cadets that received awards!!

To all the cadets heading off to summer training: good luck, stay safe, push yourselves, and make the most of this amazing opportunity! 💪

To everyone else: enjoy the break and we can’t wait to see you all back in the fall, ready for another great year!

06/05/2026

📸 Photo Dump: 50 LCol Barker VC Squadron Annual Ceremonial Review!

What an incredible way to close out another outstanding training year! The ACR was a fantastic celebration of the hard work, dedication, and growth of our cadets.

A huge thank you to our Reviewing Officer, Major Andrew Flook, for taking the time to honour our squadron. We also want to recognize the tremendous support from families, friends, and the community who came out to cheer on the cadets — your presence meant everything!

Congratulations to all of our cadets that received awards!!

To all the cadets heading off to summer training: good luck, stay safe, push yourselves, and make the most of this amazing opportunity! 💪

To everyone else: enjoy the break and we can’t wait to see you all back in the fall, ready for another great year!

06/01/2026

📸 Sneak Peek from our Annual Ceremonial Review!

What an amazing day! The precision, the pride, the tradition — it was all on full display.

Here are just a couple of highlights from the day… 👀

The full gallery is coming very soon!

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05/27/2026

🎉 A Very Special Night for Our Squadron! 🎉

On May 26th, a special ceremony was held as Samantha Campbell was formally attested as an officer in the Canadian Armed Forces, joining the Cadet Organizations Administration and Training Service (COATS).

For those unfamiliar, attestation is the official swearing-in ceremony that makes someone a member of the Canadian Armed Forces.

OCdt Campbell has already been a valued member of the 50 LCol Barker VC Squadron staff for the past three years, serving as a dedicated volunteer and Civilian Instructor. Her skills, patience, and consistently positive attitude have made a real difference in the lives of both our cadets and fellow staff.

What makes her decision to join even more meaningful? OCdt Campbell is the proud parent of two cadets in our squadron. In stepping forward to serve as a COATS officer, she beautifully demonstrates that there is no limit to what a parent will do to support their children and in doing so, she’s also committing to support every cadet in our organization.

Thank you for your continued dedication, OCdt Campbell. We are incredibly proud and fortunate to have you with us!

Welcome to the Canadian Armed Forces. 🇨🇦

05/23/2026

🇨🇦 Honouring Our Heroes – One Headstone at a Time

Today, the cadets of 50 LCol Barker VC Squadron rolled up their sleeves and got to work at Riverside Cemetery in Dauphin. Under cloudy skies and light rain, they carefully cleaned and restored veteran headstones in the New Legion section of the cemetery — a powerful reminder that remembrance is an action, not just a word.

What made the day truly special was how the cadets went beyond cleaning. While they worked, they researched the lives of the veterans whose graves they were tending. At the end of the day, they held a moving service where they shared the stories they had uncovered — bringing these heroes’ sacrifices and memories back to life.

There’s something deeply inspiring about watching young people connect with the past and show such respect for those who came before us. Days like this build character, gratitude, and a strong sense of duty.

A huge thank you to Mr. Al Gray and Mrs. Shirley Gray, along with all the dedicated volunteers from Friends of Riverside. Your leadership, guidance, and passion made this meaningful day possible.

To our cadets — you did an outstanding job. We are proud of you!

Businesses of Dauphin Royal Canadian Legion Branch #20 - Dauphin, Manitoba, Canada

05/21/2026

✈️ Leading Air Cadets ✈️

In the Royal Canadian Air Cadets, Leading Air Cadet is the first official promotion a new cadet can achieve. It’s more than just a rank — it’s official recognition that you’ve shown up, worked hard, and become a committed member of the squadron.

New cadets start as ordinary Air Cadets. After several months of active participation in training, demonstrating reliability and teamwork, they earn the LAC propeller on their uniform. It’s the first big milestone that says: “I’m serious about this program and I’m part of the team.”

Congratulations to our newest LAC’s

01/07/2026

Congratulations to WO1 Tristan Loring who successfully graduated from the Canadian Cadet Organization program. On January 6th, 2026 WO1 Loring was presented with his graduation certificate.

Warrant Loring is leaving after spending 6.5 years with 50 LtCol Barker VC Squadron, The last half a year as the Squadron Commander.

During his tenure Warrant Loring received:
- Royal Canadian Legion Medal of Excellence,
- Air Cadet Service Medal (1st and 2nd bar)
- Bronze Fitness
- Marksman
- Standard First Aid
- Proficiency in Air Studies Award (2023)
- Perfect Attendance Award (2023)
- Squadron Attendance Award (2023, 2024)
- Proficiency in Instruction (2025)

Warrant Officer Loring completed Advanced Aviation Course (2022) and was employed as a Staff Cadet in 2025 both at Cold Lake Cadet Training Centre.

Thank you WO1 Loring for your commitment and leadership. On behalf of the Squadron we wish you continued success in your future endeavours.

11/30/2025

11/30/2025

🌟 What a MAGICAL night in Dauphin! 🌟
Our cadets absolutely lit up the Parade of Lights with their infectious energy and huge smiles! 🚨✨

The biggest crowd-pleasers? Our cadets wearing their homemade flying plane models — the kids (and adults!) loved them!✈️❤️

Huge thank you to everyone who came out to cheer, wave, and make memories with us. Moments like these are why we do what we do!

Dauphin Christmas Parade of Lights

11/23/2025

🎄✨ Our Senior Cadets just unleashed their inner artists and built an AWESOME float for the Dauphin Parade of Lights! 🤩 The creativity is off the charts — wait until you see this thing!
Mark your calendars: November 29, — you DO NOT want to miss it! 🎅🪄 Who’s coming with us?! 👀