Canada’s Royal Canadian Air Cadet Program reached a significant milestone this year marking its 75th Anniversary. Manitoba celebrated with over 300 Air Cadets

and members of the Royal Canadian Air Cadet Program participating in a Freedom of the City march to City Hall this past weekend. 

Cadets from across the province including Brandon, Morden, Steinbach and Winnipeg participated.

Doug McLennan, Chairman of the Air Cadet League Manitoba Provincial Committee, says the Freedom of the City Parade and Ceremony holds historical significance.

Doug McLennan, Chairman of the Air Cadet League Manitoba Provincial Committee, speaking about the 75th anniversary celebration which took place Saturday in Winnpeg. The Cadet Organization is committed to developing youth in the attributes of good citizenship and leadership.

More than 300 cadets from across the province including Brandon, Morden, Steinbach and Winnipeg participated. More than 24,000 youth participate in the 450 Air Cadet Squadrons across Canada. Manitoba currently has 24 squadrons, with over 1400 Air Cadets parading each week.