540 Golden Hawks

Royal Canadian Air Cadets

“I was very happy to meet with Air Cadets from 540 Golden Hawks Squadron during our local Remembrance Week service in Oakville. It was a pleasure to get to know each of them, hear their stories, and thank them for raising their hands to serve. The Cadet program is a wonderful leadership opportunity for youth across the country, including in our own community.”

The Honourable Anita Anand
Minister of National Defence
November 2021

Who are we?

Serving the youth and families of Oakville since 1951.

The Cadet Program is the largest federally sponsored youth development program in Canada.

It is made up of the Royal Canadian Sea Cadets, Royal Canadian Army Cadets, and Royal Canadian Air Cadets.

The Cadet Program provides youth with opportunities to develop valuable life and work skills such as teamwork, leadership, and public speaking, along with personal benefits of increased self-confidence, discipline, initiative, and decision making.

In addition to the core aspects of the tri-element Cadet Program, Air Cadets focus on aviation topics such as principles of flight, navigation, radio communication, meteorology, and aerodrome operation.

Our Squadron also operates a large number of extra-curricular activities such as a military band, precision drill team, air rifle marksmanship team, pilot training, and much more.

We welcome all Oakville youth within the ages of 12 – 18 years old.

Due to high demand for the program, we only accept new recruits at the start of September.

Our Joining Instructions contain more information on the enrollment process.

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Oct 31

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Your 540 warrant team this Halloween 🎃👻 #540goldenhawks

Oct 5

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On behalf of #540goldenhawks, we request the pleasure of your attendance at our Change of Command ceremony that will be taking place this October 8th! Info: Date: Oct 8th 2024 Time: 7:15 pm - Guests seated 7:30-8:30 - Ceremony Place: T.A. Blakelock High School (1160 Rebecca st Oakville, ON L6L 1Y9) Dress: Military 1A & Business casual for guests

May 22

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Don’t forget, ACR is on June 1st! 540 has been working hard to look extra sharp at this years 73rd ACR. 🌟 There’s still time to RSVP! Please use the link in our bio by May 24th!! 📝

May 3

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🎉 It’s the most wonderful time of the year, it’s almost time for our ACR! 🏆 The Staff, Cadets and Sponsoring Committee of 540 Golden Hawks cordially invite you to our 73rd Annual Ceremonial Review, on 1 June 2024 1:00PM-4:00PM at River Oaks Community Centre. 📨 Please RSVP by 24 May 2024 using the link in our bio!

Apr 23

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Attention Oakville Community!! 540 Golden Hawks is running a spring food drive, in support of local food insecurity initiatives. As part of our food drive, we want you to get involved! Each Tuesday from 7-8PM, come by our regular training nights at T.A. Blakelock High School and donate some non-perishable food items, especially those items on the need list! Items must be sealed, not expired or damaged in any way. The spring food drive will run until May 14. If you have questions, send us a DM! All proceeds will go to Fare Share Food Bank Oakville. #540goldenhawks #oakvilleaircadets #givingbacktothecommunity

Apr 16

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Look at all the fun things 540 got up to last month!

Feb 19

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Black History Month is a time where we honor the remarkable achievements, resilience, and contributions of Black individuals throughout history. Here at 540, we strive to create a culturally diverse community. Let’s use this time to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and work together to shape a more inclusive and equitable future for everyone! 🙌 #BHM2024 #BHM540

“I was very happy to meet with Air Cadets from 540 Golden Hawks Squadron during our local Remembrance Week service in Oakville. It was a pleasure to get to know each of them, hear their stories, and thank them for raising their hands to serve. The Cadet program is a wonderful leadership opportunity for youth across the country, including in our own community.”

The Honourable Anita Anand
Minister of National Defence
November 2021

Who are we?

Serving the youth and families of Oakville since 1951.

The Cadet Program is the largest federally sponsored youth development program in Canada.

It is made up of the Royal Canadian Sea Cadets, Royal Canadian Army Cadets, and Royal Canadian Air Cadets.

The Cadet Program provides youth with opportunities to develop valuable life and work skills such as teamwork, leadership, and public speaking, along with personal benefits of increased self-confidence, discipline, initiative, and decision making.

In addition to the core aspects of the tri-element Cadet Program, Air Cadets focus on aviation topics such as principles of flight, navigation, radio communication, meteorology, and aerodrome operation.

Our Squadron also operates a large number of extra-curricular activities such as a military band, precision drill team, air rifle marksmanship team, flying scholarship preparation, and much more.

We welcome all Oakville youth within the ages of 12 – 18 years old.

Due to high demand for the program, we only accept new recruits at the start of September.

Our Joining Instructions contain more information on the enrollment process.

Learn more
Join 540 Squadron

Unique experiences

Latest posts

Follow us for updates by our Cadet Correspondents

Oct 31

Open
Your 540 warrant team this Halloween 🎃👻 #540goldenhawks

Oct 5

Open
On behalf of #540goldenhawks, we request the pleasure of your attendance at our Change of Command ceremony that will be taking place this October 8th! Info: Date: Oct 8th 2024 Time: 7:15 pm - Guests seated 7:30-8:30 - Ceremony Place: T.A. Blakelock High School (1160 Rebecca st Oakville, ON L6L 1Y9) Dress: Military 1A & Business casual for guests