242 Ross Ferguson Squadron
Erin, Ontario
last updated January 24th, 2022
New Recruits accepted every Tuesday must be 12 - 18 years of age
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Why Support the 242 Ross Ferguson Squadron
All Air Cadet Squadrons are funded by DND (Department of National Defense), however, these funds do not cover the full breadth of programming offered. We deliver a safe environment for youth to gather and learn valuable life skills, along with opportunities to make lifelong friends and memories.
For the first time, our squadron is committed to delivering a free program for 2021-22.
To support this objective, we need community input, both in volunteers and funding. We are planning some great fundraising opportunities this year, which you can find outlined below.
Tagging - Due to Covid, not in 2022
Held twice each year, tagging is a major source of funding for the squadron.
We do tagging in Erin, Hillsburgh, and Caledon.
Thank you to our community location for their continued support:
Hillsburgh: Foodland
Erin: Marc's Valu-mart; Tim Hortons; Subway, Tin Roof Cafe, Country Crops
Brisbane: Judy's Restaurant
Caledon: Petro Canada / McDonalds
If you are interested in becoming a tagging partner please contact ssc242erin@gmail.com
CONTACT THE SPONSORING COMMITTEE
Tel: 519-833-2422
Email: ssc242erin@gmail.com
P.O. Box 42
Erin, ON
N0B 1T0
This is the official web site of the civilian Squadron Sponsoring Committee for 242 Ross Ferguson Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Cadets.
It is maintained to provide information for serving and prospective Cadet Members of 242 Squadron and their families.
It is not a web site of the Department of National Defence
Legion Poppy Campaign
442 Royal Canadian Legion is the official squadron sponsor for 242 Ross Ferguson RCACS. RCL Branch 442 donates a portion of their Poppy Campaign to the 242 Ross Ferguson Air Cadets.
On Tuesday March 1, 2022, Poppy Fund Coordinator, Verna Bludd of the Erin Legion 442 presented the Erin Air Cadets with a cheque from last year’s Poppy Campaign. This annual donation helps offset Cadet Program expenses. The cadets will benefit from this generous donation as it will help fund field trips, multi-unit sports competition weekends, shooting and biathlon teams, and their Annual Review in June. In 2022 the unit received $4,931.26 through the Legion's 2021 Poppy Fund.
2021-22 FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES
242 Ross Ferguson Squadron has several fundraisers lined up for the 2021-22 year.
JD Foods (Elmira) Chicken
A great way to restock your freezers for BBQ season with easy-to-make snack and dinner options. Pickup will be at the Erin Legion in April. If you have any questions regarding the products offered through the fundraiser please visit www.jdsweid.com or reach out to ssc242erin@gmail.com.
Support Squadron 242 and eat well at the same time!
Each box sold = $5 to the Squadron
Orders due by March 22, 2022
Pickup: April 8, 5-7:30 pm @ Erin Legion
Payment options: cash, cheque or EMT
Contact ssc242erin@gmail.com to place your order by March 22.
Ontario Provincial Committee - Annual Lottery
In support of the Gliding Program for all Air Cadets in Ontario - there are great prizes including Jeeps and cash prizes. Tickets are available online. Don't want to buy online? Send us an email and we'll make arrangements to sell you a ticket!
Support Squadron 242 with a chance to win!
$100,900 in cash prizes, including a $4,500 early bird prize
Tickets are $10
Early Bird Draw: April 1, 11 am
Grand Prize Draw: Apri 29, 11 am
Tickets must be purchased before 10 am on draw days.