172 Clarington Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Cadets, Sponsor ing Committee

The Air Cadet League of Canada's Ontario Provincial Committee supports 172 Clarington Squadron Royal Canadian Air Cadets in Bowmanville, which operates a youth aviation program for ages 12 to 18. The squadron provides ground training, flight instruction, and leadership development through a military-style structure that emphasizes discipline, teamwork, and aerospace knowledge. Members learn about aircraft systems, navigation, and piloting fundamentals while building confidence and career readiness. The program draws youth from across the Greater Toronto Area, offering hands-on experiences that might otherwise be unavailable to many young people. Through fundraising and community partnerships, the sponsoring committee ensures the squadron can maintain aircraft access, instructor training, and equipment necessary to deliver quality aviation education and foster the next generation of skilled aviators and leaders.