142 SQUADRON, ROYAL CANADIAN AIR CADETS

142 Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Cadets, operates a youth-focused cadet program based in Etobicoke that teaches discipline, leadership, and aviation skills to teenagers aged 12 to 18. The program combines ground-based instruction with flight training, drill practice, and emergency services education. Cadets participate in parades, survival training, and community service activities throughout the Greater Toronto Area. The squadron provides mentorship from senior cadets and trained officers, helping young people develop confidence and teamwork abilities in a military-structured environment. Membership is open to youth regardless of background, and the program emphasizes both personal growth and service to the community.