#34 Roland J. Groome Regina Royal Canadian Air Cadets

Here's some more pictures from our FTX! Before it got too hot, cadets worked on different types of shelters and fires, went canoeing, tied some knots, worked with GPS's, and our level 4s learned how to safely transport a casualty. In the evening, we had rain. Cadets were tasked with transporting some kit while keeping it dry. We also celebrated everyone's birthday and ate some cake!

Some Saturday pictures from FTX. Canoeing by syndicates, too hot mid afternoon so a movie indoors was in order. Rain hit at supper, so an evening of indoor activities in the rec center after supper.

Yesterday we jumped right into training! We had cadets working on building different types of shelters, starting a fire, using a compass, and one group went canoeing! The cadets ended the night with a movie before bed. We had some rain this morning but the sun came out and cadets have been very busy today. Photos will follow tomorrow 😊

At our Change of Command Ceremony, Captain (retired) Dave Bisskey CD was presented with the Regional Cadet Support Unit (Northwest) Officer Commanding Award of Excellence. This award was presented by Lieutenant-Commander Alan Cann CD, Officer Commanding, Central Prairie Area. Captain Bisskey has been a pivotal member of 34 Roland J. Groome and has been a mentor to both youth and officers of the squadron since 1996. Captain Bisskey served a number of roles within the Squadron including two terms as Commanding Officer. Captain Bisskey's wealth of knowledge will be truly missed by all cadets and officers. In honor of Captain Bisskey's dedication and commitment to the Squadron and the cadet program as a whole. A granite stone will be made for him at Camp Saskadet. This granite stone will be a reminder to all officers and cadets who have had the pleasure of working with and alongside Dave. #proud #34RJG #NWCadets #Regina

At our Change of Command Ceremony, Warrant Officer First Class Andrew Keniuk was presented with the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal. The medal was presented by Lieutenant-Commander Alan Cann CD, Officer Commanding, Central Prairie Area. Warrant Officer First Class Keniuk is the first cadet in Saskatchewan to be recognized with the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal. Warrant Officer First Class Keniuk was recognized for his extensive community service with the Ukrainian community including supporting Ukrainian nationals wishing to come to Canada urgently. Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan #NWCadets #34RJG #Proud #Regina

At our Change of Command Ceremony, our incoming Commanding Officer, Captain Jack Gehring was presented with the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal. The medal was presented by Lieutenant-Commander Alan Cann CD, Officer Commanding, Central Prairie Area. Captain Gehring was recognized for his hard work in supporting the cadet flying program, for being the national alumni representative for the Duke of Edinburgh's international award and for his volunteer work with local organizations. Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan #proud #Regina #34RJG

A Change of Command at #34RJG was held this past week. The new Commanding Officer, Captain Jack Gehring assumed command from Captain Jean Hamm. Presided over by Lieutenant-Commander Alan Cann CD, Officer Commanding, Central Prairie Area. The ceremony brought Capt Hamm’s 6-year tenure as Commanding Officer of 34 Roland J. Groome to a close. Thank you Captain Hamm for your many years of service and dedication as the Commanding Officer of 34 Roland J. Groome and good luck to Captain Gehring! #Regina #YQR #NWCadets