About 15 Medicine Hat Royal Canadian Air Cadets
15 Medicine Hat RCACS is proudly located in Medicine Hat, Alberta, and has served local youth since 1941. As part of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets program, we provide a structured, supportive environment where youth ages 12–18 can grow as leaders, teammates, and confident individuals.
Our program is free to join and open to all eligible youth who are ready to challenge themselves and explore new opportunities.
What Makes Us Unique
At 15 Medicine Hat Air Cadets, we combine leadership training, aviation education, physical fitness, and community service into one dynamic youth program.
Cadets participate in:
- Weekly training nights focused on leadership and teamwork
- Aviation and aerospace education
- Flying opportunities and gliding experiences
- Survival training exercises
- Sports and fitness activities
- Community service events throughout Medicine Hat
We are proud to be active members of the Medicine Hat community. Our cadets regularly participate in:
- Remembrance Day ceremonies
- Saamis Rotary E-Waste Round-Up
- Community events and local initiatives
- Visits to local organizations such as the Medicine Hat Airport and HALO Air Ambulance
- Guest presentations from aviation professionals and local clubs, including RC aircraft enthusiasts
Through these experiences, cadets develop a strong sense of citizenship and responsibility while building connections within the community.
Whether a cadet dreams of flying, is interested in aerospace technology, or simply wants to build confidence and leadership skills, 15 Medicine Hat Royal Canadian Air Cadets offers opportunities that shape future success.
We welcome new cadets and families to visit us and learn more about what makes our squadron a place to grow, lead, and belong.
Where leadership and aviation take flight.
The Royal Canadian Air Cadets is a nationally supported youth program for ages 12–18. The program focuses on leadership development, citizenship, physical fitness, and aviation education — all at no cost to families.
Cadets meet weekly to participate in structured training that includes drill, teamwork, aerospace education, and hands-on learning experiences. Throughout the year, cadets also take part in field training exercises (FTX), gliding days, familiarization flying, community service events, and special ceremonies.
Air Cadets provides opportunities that challenge youth to grow in confidence, responsibility, and skill — while building lifelong friendships.
Why Join 15 Medicine Hat Air Cadets?
Air Cadets is open to youth ages 12–18 and is completely free to join.
At 15 Medicine Hat RCACS, cadets build confidence, leadership skills, and lifelong friendships while taking part in exciting hands-on experiences. From aviation and aerospace training to outdoor survival, teamwork, and fitness activities, there is something for everyone.
Interested in flying or earning your pilot’s license? Curious about wilderness training or precision marksmanship? Fascinated by space, astronauts, aerospace innovation, or improving your fitness and healthy living? Want to be part of a team that challenges and supports you?
Then RCACS is for YOU!
Air Cadets offers opportunities to grow, lead, explore, and succeed — all in a safe and structured environment.
If you're ready to challenge yourself, try something new, and open up a world of oportunity, we’d love to welcome you!
How Much does it cost?
There is no initial cost to joining. Through a combination of fundraising and funding provided to us by the Department of National Defense, the cadet program is one of the only programs in Canada for young people that costs nothing at all! The uniform, your training, your weekend activities, and even summer training camps are covered. We only ask that you help the squadron in fundraising whenever you can.
We accept new recruits throughout the training year from September - June.
