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Discover a program that builds valuable skills for sports, activities, and work, while offering fun challenges, lifelong friendships, and new learning opportunities. See how it can positively impact your life!

Get Involved with the Cadet Program

Want to get involved with the cadet program, but not necessarily become an officer with the Canadian Armed Forces? There are many ways you can help out either as a Civilian Instructor or a Civilian Volunteer! A Civilian Instructor (CI) provides training and administrative support to the corps.

They are paid part-time employees of the Department of National Defence (DND) and as such there is an employment contract that CIs sign that is issued by the Regional Cadet Support Unit (NorthWest). A Civilian Volunteer (CV) also provides training and administrative support to the corps, but are unpaid volunteers.

There is an employment agreement between the CV and the corps. Both of these positions requires you get a PRC/VSS (Police Records Check/Vulnerable Sector Screening). We will need a recent (within the last 6 months) original copy. CVs can get a letter through the Army Cadet League of Canada to have their police check completed free of charge. Come in and speak with the Commanding Officer to get more information on the process!

Here's How You Can help:

– Assist with organizing and teaching on our regular training night

– Come out on field training exercises and assist the staff

– Help coach or mentor our various optional training activities

– Speak to a group of cadets on a specific skill that complements their existing training

If you are interested in finding out more, please contact the Commanding Officer at
2137army@cadets.gc.ca.

Corps History

Discover the rich history and proud traditions of the 2137 Calgary Highlanders Army Cadet Corps.

Our Uniform

The following is a brief overview of the uniforms issued to our Highland Army Cadet Corps.

How to join

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Volunteers

Volunteer with the 2137 Calgary Highlanders Cadet Corps and inspire future leaders

Come join us for our Open House and learn more about what we Offer!

When:  Thursday 18 September 2025, 6:15PM to 9:15PM

Where:  Mewata Armouries

We require two (2) pieces of identification to register.  Please bring the following original documents:

Proof of Citizenship, which can be any of the following:

    • A valid Canadian passport
    • A birth certificate issued by any Canadian provincial, territorial, or federal government agency.
    • Any card, visa, or permit (for example, for work, study, or residency) that has a photo of you, and was issued by the Canadian government.
    • Any identification card (with or without photo) issued by a provincial, territorial, or federal government agency.

Proof of health insurance, such as provincial health insurance card (your Alberta Health Card) or private insurance (such as Blue Cross).