2860 Ft Simpson
Commanding Officer - Acting-Lieutenant Dianne Porter
Administration Officer - Civilian Instructor Rhonda Landry
Training Officer - Civilian Instructor Steve Nicoll
Supply Officer- Lieutenant John Hazenberg
The Cadet Corp currently has 19 Cadets on strength, parading every Thursday night from 1900 hrs to 2100 hrs. The 2860 Cadet Corps meets at Thomas Simpson High School.
For more information contact:
Acting-Lieutenant Dianne Porter
Commanding Officer 2860 RCACC
Box 345, Fort Simpson, NT, X0E 0N0
Phone: (867) 695-3089
The CF recently held an open house in the community, meeting local residents, demonstrating CF equipment, playing basketball with the local high school team, and enjoying a barbeque run by the village.  For the 2860 Cadet Corps, the highlight of the day was definitely getting a ride in the Griffon helicopter.
After a safety briefing, cadets took turns on the Griffon. The entire community watched as the helicopter lifted off from the school's soccer field. 
The cadets inside had a fantastic view of the Mackenzie and Liard Rivers, which were on the verge of break-up. A fast flight up the Liard, then a steep climb and plunging decent, culminated in low level manoeuvres along the airstrip. Despite the twists and turns, no cookies were tossed!
On April 27, Major Aitken gave a presentation on his experiences in the CF to fascinated cadets. His stories of diffusing tense situations while peace keeping in Kosovo, of eating barbeque rat while on another mission, and many others, gave the cadets a sense of the challenges and adventure of a career in the CF. Cadets also enjoyed the chance to try on his gear. The helmet is heavier than it looks!
 Thank you Major Aitken!. The Corps is unanimous in its hope to work with you again. And next time the barbeque will be 100% moose!
2860 Cadets listen to the safety briefing before the flight. |
Cadet Jacky Norwegian enjoying the ride |
Major Aitken addresses the cadets, while Jordan Villeneuve buckles on the helmet. |
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