Cadet Summer Training 2025

For many cadets, participating in summer training is the highlight of their year. The many diverse training opportunities offered during the summer months, including the Cadet Training Centre (CTC) Courses, the Technology and Digital Learning Centre (TDLC), and the National Cadet Advisory Council (NCAC) are the perfect occasion to make friends for life during experiences youth will never forget.

Summer Training Opportunities

Summer Opportunity	Description
In-person Summer Courses	Courses offered to cadets who have completed their second year of training, or higher, hosted at Cadet Training Centres. Courses range in length from 2-7 weeks and take place at CTC locations across the country.
National Cadet Advisory Council (NCAC)	In 2025, the NCAC will be hosted by the Commander, Cadets and Junior Canadian Rangers Group, over a six-week training period. This group will provide the opportunity for the Commander and senior staff at the headquarters to engage directly with a group of senior cadets from across the country on a variety of cadet program related topics.
Technology and Digital Learning Centre (TDLC)	Summer 2025 will continue to leverage digital learning, using the TDLC to deliver e-learning courses to cadets from across the country.
Staff Cadet Employment Opportunities	Cadets sixteen and older may also apply for positions as staff cadets at CTCs, the TDLC and Digital Internships in a variety of positions.
Canadian Forces Task Plans and Operations (CFTPO) Opportunities (You are now leaving the Government of Canada website)	The Cadets and Junior Canadian Rangers Group (CJCR Gp) offers rewarding positions at Cadet Training Centres (CTCs). In addition to Class B employment, these opportunities provide CAF members with valuable experience in leadership, mentorship, and professional development within a dynamic training environment. There is a wide variety of positions available at CTCs across the country.

Cadet Training Centres (CTC) Locations

Region	CTC	Location
Pacific Region	HMCS Quadra CTC	Comox, British Columbia
	Vernon CTC	Vernon, British Columbia
Northwest Region	Cold Lake CTC	Cold Lake, Alberta
	Rocky Mountain CTC	Cochrane, Alberta
	Whitehorse CTC	Whitehorse, Yukon
Central Region	Blackdown CTC	Borden, Ontario
	HMCS Ontario CTC	Kingston, Ontario
	Trenton CTC	Trenton, Ontario
Eastern Region	Bagotville CTC	La Baie, Quebec
	St-Jean CTC	Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec
	Valcartier CTC	Courcelette, Quebec
Atlantic Region	Argonaut CTC	Burton, New Brunswick
	Greenwood CTC	Greenwood, Nova Scotia

Summer Training Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What will the Cadet summer training look like in 2025?

Cadet summer training is designed to offer a variety of courses that will allow cadets to develop skills and leadership to support programming at their community corps or squadrons. There will be an anticipated 13 cadet training centres (CTCs) in operation offering courses for cadets who have completed year two and above. The CTC locations are Argonaut CTC, Greenwood CTC, Valcartier CTC, St Jean CTC, Bagotville CTC, HMCS Ontario CTC, Trenton CTC, Blackdown CTC, Cold Lake CTC, Rocky Mountain CTC, Whitehorse CTC, Vernon CTC and HMCS Quadra CTC. Incorporating lessons learned has helped the 2025 summer training plan to address gaps as we continue to reinforce the Cadet Program. Courses have been expanded to focus on activities that support the development of our youth leaders which will in turn, strengthen the programs delivered within our corps and squadrons.

What can we expect for Adult Staff employment in Summer 2025?

The 2025 Summer Training plan has been developed to maximize opportunities for cadets while considering staffing levels. Staff can anticipate opportunities for professional development and conditions that will foster healthy work-life balance.

When can I expect to hear if I have been accepted for a summer training position?

Initial offers for summer training positions are expected to be delivered in late February for adult staff and staff cadets, in late March for course cadets. Please note, that some who are initially selected for a position at a cadet training centre may decline the offer. This may result in positions being offered in May and June.