The Royal Canadian Air Cadets is a youth program designed to inspire young people to become leaders while learning about aviation, citizenship, and personal development. It is open to youth ages 12-18 and provides an excellent foundation for future success. 

The Cadet Program provides opportunities for youth to gain valuable knowledge and skills that build confidence and help pave the way in a transition to adulthood.  Cadets engage in varied and unique experiences, while developing competencies in leadership, citizenship, and physical and mental fitness. Offering positive youth development programs, sea, land and air cadet corps and squadrons are in communities across Canada.