223 Red Lion RCACS

08/24/2026

So proud to see our own 223 recently aged-out cadet receive this scholarship!

08/23/2026

Pre-teen & teens: looking for something new to do? 223 Red Lion Air Cadets is welcoming new cadets ages 12-18 in Vernon!

And yes, you actually get to fly (Gliding & powered flying!)

There’s also:

- Band
- Marksmanship
- Survival & camping weekends
- Aviation, navigation & radio skills
- Drill team
- Leadership, friends & a whole lot more

No experience needed. You don’t need to know anything about airplanes, marching or Cadets before you show up. That’s kind of the point!

One of the things our cadets love most? It’s primarily youth-led. There’s nothing quite like watching an older cadet confidently lead, teach and take charge - and thinking, “That could be me someday.”

We meet Thursday nights from 6:30-9:00 pm at the Vernon Military Camp and we’re starting back up in September.

Come check us out on our first Thursday back!

Parents: you can find everything you need to know at 223redlion.ca, or email [email protected].

08/12/2026

Canadore College's North Bay campus hosted 20 air cadets for a 3-we...

07/27/2026

06/07/2026

Here’s our cadets playing “War” by Hypnotic Brass Ensemble. You might recognize it as Caesar Flickerman’s entrance music from The Hunger Games!

If you’re 12 to 18, you can join 223 Red Lion Air Cadets for FREE and try things like:

🎺 band
✈️ aviation
🛩️ flying
🏕️ survival weekends
🎯 marksmanship
🦁 leadership and community events

No experience needed. No expectation to join Just show up, try new things, and have fun.

Cadets are not members of the Canadian Armed Forces and are not expected to join the military later. The program introduces them to Canadian military traditions and careers among many other options, but it is a youth development program, not a recruiting program.

Message us here or visit 223redlion.ca to learn more.

06/07/2026

What an incredible year for 223 Red Lion Squadron!

At our 84th Annual Ceremonial Review on June 4, 2026, we celebrated the achievements of an amazing group of cadets. We hit the milestone of 100 cadets this year!

To every cadet, thank you for your hard work, leadership, community service, and commitment throughout the year. You represented 223 with professionalism and pride, and we couldn’t be prouder of what you’ve accomplished.

Thank you as well to our dedicated officers, civilian instructors, Squadron Sponsoring Committee, parent volunteers, and families. Your support behind the scenes makes this program possible.

A special thank you to our Reviewing Officer, Justice C. Richard Hewson, for helping us celebrate the accomplishments of our cadets.

We are also deeply grateful to our generous sponsors and donors:

• Army Navy & Air Force Unit #5 Vernon Ladies Auxiliary
• Royal Canadian Legions (Vernon, Oyama & Armstrong)
• Coldstream Women’s Institute
• 899 Wing, Royal Canadian Air Force Association
• The Barry Lapointe Foundation
• Mr. James Bell
• Ms. Bonnie Bell
• Butcher Boys Grocery Store
• Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery
• Government of British Columbia

Thank you for helping our cadets continue to learn, lead, serve, and grow.

Excel Through Knowledge. ❤️🦁✈️

05/17/2026

✈️ What an outstanding day yesterday for the 223 Red Lion Cadets at Oliver!

We headed out for gliding and the day turned out even better than expected! ☀️
The cadets enjoyed smooth flights, beautiful views, and plenty of hands-on experience in the air. There was just one short pause due to a passing rain shower, but that didn’t dampen the spirits at all.
Huge thanks to the incredibly well-organized and action-oriented cadets who kept everything running so smoothly and efficiently. Your teamwork, enthusiasm, and positive attitude made the whole event a huge success!

So proud of every cadet who took part — everyone had a fantastic day and made some amazing memories. This is what cadet life is all about!
Air Cadet League of Canada - British Columbia Provincial Committee Cadets Canada Castanet

05/11/2026

✈️ Guest Speaker Series ✈️

At 223 Red Lion, we’re committed to showing our cadets the many exciting career paths that build directly on the skills and experiences they gain in the Air Cadet program!
Last week we had the pleasure of welcoming back one of our own – a former 223 cadet who is now living his dream as a flight attendant with Air Canada!
He shared his inspiring personal journey from Air Cadets to the airline industry and gave our cadets valuable insights into what the job really involves.
The evening really came alive when he ran several hands-on scenarios with the cadets, including:
➡️Welcoming passengers on board and preparing the cabin for departure
➡️Working together as a crew to manage in-flight responsibilities
➡️Practicing emergency procedures during a simulated evacuation

The cadets had a fantastic time and left with a much clearer picture of the teamwork, leadership, communication, and composure required in aviation careers.

A huge thank you to our guest speaker Thomas Niedballa for taking the time to come back and inspire the next generation!

Air Cadet League of Canada - British Columbia Provincial Committee Cadets Canada

05/08/2026

Sponsors & Donors Needed ✈️

Help support local youth right here in Vernon through leadership training, aviation education, flying opportunities, music, survival training, citizenship, and community involvement.

223 Red Lion Royal Canadian Air Cadets is currently looking for community sponsors and donors for:

• Event signage and print sponsors
• Professional-grade sandwich boards for long-term use
• Printing or production sponsorship for a feather flag banner
• Food sponsors to help offset rising costs for our Annual Ceremonial Review on June 4, 2026

Can't sponsor? Please SHARE or TAG someone or a company below that might be able to!

Why sponsor 223 Red Lion?

✔ Support local youth directly
✔ TAX RECEIPTS available for eligible cash and in-kind donations
✔ Long-term logo placement opportunities on sponsored materials
✔ Help free up squadron funds for citizenship trips, flying experiences, and additional cadet activities

Your support helps provide meaningful experiences and opportunities for youth ages 12 to 18 in our community.

📩 Comment below to be PM’d with sponsorship details
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📧 Email: [email protected]

05/08/2026

Last night’s parade was a testament to the hard work, discipline, and leadership that defines our squadron. We are incredibly proud to announce a significant wave of well-deserved promotions!

Watching these cadets move up the ranks is a reminder of the dedication it takes to wear the Red Lion badge. Please join us in congratulating:

✈️ The Next Generation (AC to Leading Air Cadet)
Congratulations to our 8 newest LACs!
You’ve mastered the basics and are now ready to take on more responsibility within your flights.

🚀 Advancing the Ranks
1 New Corporal (Cpl): Ready to lead by example.
2 New Flight Corporals (FCpl): Stepping into key supervisory roles.

⭐ Senior Leadership Growth
5 New Flight Sergeants (FSgt): Our senior leadership team just got a massive boost in experience and capability. Your mentorship will be vital to the squadron’s success this year!

Bravo Zulu to everyone who stood tall and received their new slip-ons. These promotions aren't just about a new rank—they are about the trust the Squadron staff and your peers place in your leadership.

Air Cadet League of Canada / Ligue des cadets de l'Air du Canada Cadets Canada