Dress
The army cadets wear 2 uniforms, dress uniform which is the CF dark green uniform and the olive green Field Training Uniform (FTU).
You do not have to pay for your uniforms. Your uniform is on loan to you free of charge, but it, and any other equipment issued to you by the Cadet Corps, does not belong to you. You have to sign for everything you receive from the Supply Officer. Your signature is your promise to take care of the item, and to return them from where you got them. When you return items, don’t give them to “just anybody”; make sure that your signature is marked off, or that you get a receipt. To prevent loss of uniform items write your name on them with a clothing marker and remember not to leave your clothing lying around unattended.
Get your uniform ready the day before you need it. Don’t expect your parent to do your washing, ironing, sewing, or shining for you! If the uniform fits right and is properly cared for, it can look very smart. The following paragraphs explain how to care for and wear the various items of your uniform.
Head Dress
All cadets will wear an issued beret while in uniform. You wear your beret evenly on your head. The leather sweatband is to be 2.5 cm (about the width of two fingers) above your eyebrow. The crown of the beret is to be pulled downwards to the right and rear. Be sure your cap badge is centered over your left eye. Drawstrings are to be tucked inside the gap of the sweatband. If your hair hangs down on your forehead you should be sure to tuck it under your beret when in uniform. You will have to form your beret to your head. Soak the beret in hot water, then put on the beret with the badge over your left eye and the leather band level front and back, gently smooth the excess material down over the right side and back. Tie the strings at the back of the beret to ensure the right size. Continue to wear the beret until it is reasonably dry. DO NOT REMOVE THE LINING IN THE BERET. During cold weather training the cadet toque may be worn in lieu of the beret. The cadet toque may be worn with civilian clothing during corps field exercises. The cadet toque is worn with the RCAC badge centered on the forehead.
Hair and Personal Grooming
Male cadets must have short haircuts tapered at the back, with the sideburns not more than halfway down the ear. Male cadets may not wear earrings at any time while in uniform. Those cadets who have earrings must remove them during cadet activities. Except for medic-alert bracelets, and wristwatches, jewelry is not worn when in uniform. Females may wear one pair of small, plain, round, gold/silver/pearl/diamond stud earrings centered in the earlobe. Female cadets with long hair must wear their hair in a bun or braid when in uniform. If females wear eye make-up or other cosmetics, they must use it sparingly; nail polish, if worn, must be clear, not coloured.
Badges
Left Sleeve Badges
Right Sleeve Badges
Neck Tie
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You will normally only wear a necktie on parades such as the Commanding Officer’s Parade. Your necktie should be ironed and tidy. The knot should be compact and the tie done up to the collar when worn. There must be no shirt button showing above the knot. Both ends should be the same length, but the narrow end should not show behind the wide end. Ties must be tied with a Windsor knot. |
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Flag Party Protocols
Flag Party Protocols
Please download this document to see the flag party protocols.