KELOWNA – Kelowna’s 243 Ogopogo Squadron is calling all members, past and present, to help celebrate a half a century of air cadets.
Current members of the Squadron are busy polishing up their boots in preparation for the 50th anniversary celebrations set to take place Saturday June 1 just after the Annual Ceremonial Review.
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Originally formed in 1942, the 243 Squadron disbanded a few years afterward but reformed in 1963.
Today the program is for boys and girls aged 12 to 18 years old and has more than 50 cadets enrolled.
Commanding Officer Captain Aidan Ketchum says while it is ‘Air Cadets’ it’s not only about the flying, “It’s all run by cadets and it’s really teaching them independence and leadership and it’s applicable to all facets of live essentially, and employment.”
Kelowna’s 243 Ogopogo Squadron celebration dinner takes place at the East Kelowna Hall and tickets are $25.
If you would like to attend the celebration dinner call Mary Wall at 250 450 9057.
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