Sunday 28 April is regular training from 1300-1600 with the dress being full uniform or white shirt/ dark pants and shoes (for those without a uniform).
Cadets please arrive between 1250-1300. Due to base restrictions and staffing requirements, cadets must arrive on time. Cadets arriving more than 5 minutes late will not be admitted. Parents are asked to arrive for pick-up at 1545 for Liberty Boat announcements before cadets are released at 1600.
Cadets may bring a LABELLED water bottle, food or snacks. A canteen will also be available at the 1430 stand easy. As items are priced at $1 or less it is requested that cadets bring no more than $5 as change cannot be made for larger denominations.
Drum training with MCpl Picard will continue on Sunday 28 April from 1200-1300 for selected cadets (please note the new time!).
*Promotions fast approaching! Cadets who are behind in their lesson submissions should “catch up” as soon as possible. The deadline for final submissions is May 05th.
For weekly training purposes, cadets will enter HMCS Carleton from the entrance to the gate in the back parking lot. An officer will be at the entrance performing temperature and health checks. A parent must remain with the cadet until he/she is cleared for admittance to the base by a Kingsmill officer. Similarly, at a cadet activity off the base, a parent must check in with a Kingsmill officer for both drop off and pick up.
In order to reduce the risk of catching or spreading illness, in particular Covid, cadets should stay home if theyor any family member feels sick. Due to base restrictions and staffing requirements, cadets must arrive on time. Cadets arriving more than 5 minutes late will not be admitted. Please note that at this time, we are not authorized to let parents or guardians into the building.
A reminder to parents/guardians – if for any reason your cadet is unable to attend Sunday base training, please submit the “leave request” form found on the home page of the Kingsmill website so he/she will be recorded as excused for the day for attendance purposes. Your cadet is still responsible for completing the week’s lesson and quiz in Google Classroom.
*Cadet dress for the day: Navy League uniform or white shirt/dark pants and shoes (for those without a uniform) *Officer dress for the day: Summer dress
Battle of the Atlantic On the first Sunday of May, Canada remembers the Second World War Battle of the Atlantic and recognizes the efforts and sacrifices of members of the Royal Canadian Navy, Royal Canadian Air Force, and Canadian merchant navy.
Their work serving upon supply convoys headed for Europe and protecting them from German U-boats is credited with bolstering Allied forces in Europe and helping to provide the resources for the successful D-Day invasion. By the end of the war, Canada had the world’s fourth-largest navy, and a Canadian was in command of the northwest Atlantic region.
More than 4,000 Canadians perished during the Battle of the Atlantic, which was the Second World War’s longest continuous campaign.
This year’s remembrance ceremony will be held on Sunday, May 05th at the Royal Canadian Navy Monument located at Richmond Landing. Interested cadets (ranks OC to CPO1) are asked to sign-up on the following link:LINK. Cadet numbers are limited for this parade so selected cadets will be notified by email prior to the event.
Cadet drop off is at the Commissioner Street parking lot (see photo) by 1300 (1:00 PM) latest. Please check in with the Officer of the Day on arrival. Cadets are to be in full uniform. As there are no facilities available please ensure your cadet is comfortable before arriving. It is also recommended cadets bring a labelled water should the day be warm. Pick up will be at the same location at 1445 (2:45 PM).
Sunday, May 5th is also the CN Cycle for CHEO. Road and bridge closures will be in effect for part of the day. Click on the following link for details: LANE REDUCTIONS AND BRIDGE CLOSURES
Upcoming Events: Sunday 05 May – Battle of the Atlantic parade Sunday 12 May – PROMOTIONS Sunday 19 May – Stood down for Victoria Day Sunday 26 May – Regular cadet training
Consider Donating:
The NLOB supports NLCC Vice Admiral Kingsmill's training program in a wide range of ways including, but not limited to, uniforms, recreational and educational trips, equipment for training, and the purchase of awards to recognize Kingsmill cadets' achievements. The Navy League of Canada Ontario Division has partnered with "Micharity" to organize a structured process to collect and distribute donations to the Branch of your choice and send charitable receipts immediately. Please consider making an online donation to our sponsoring Branch (NLOB) in support of cadet activities in our community. To donate to the NLOB, the NLOB has set up a link on their home page at www.ottawanavyleague.org, or the link can be directly accessed by clicking HERE. Donations using this link will be forwarded from the Ontario Division to the Ottawa Branch. However, please include a dedication on the form to the "Ottawa Branch" with the subject "Donation" to nlob.treasurer@gmail.com. This will help the NLOB monitor it locally. Your generous donations will have a huge impact on helping us deliver a youth program that is second to none and help young Canadians develop into our leaders of tomorrow. Thank you!