Get to know us!
Established in March 2016, 808 Coquitlam Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron is a youth organization based in Coquitlam, BC, and is open to boys and girls aged 12 to 18.
Our program focuses on developing good citizenship, leadership, and physical fitness of our Cadets, with activities and training such as community service, leadership and instructional opportunities, and sports and recreational activities to provide our Cadets with experiences that would not be possible anywhere else. Additionally, the Air Cadet program places an emphasis on aviation, aerospace training, and the activities of the Royal Canadian Air Force, with the potential for some Cadets to achieve their Glider and Power Pilot licenses through the program, free of charge.
At 808 Coquitlam Squadron, we offer a multitude of different extra-curricular teams and activities, including a Military Band, Precision Drill Team, First Aid Team, Toastmaster Effective Speaking, Ground School, Biathlon Team, and more.
In addition to personal development, you may receive secondary school credits that can be used to fulfill your secondary school graduation requirements. A unique opportunity at 808 Coquitlam is that we offer annual scholarships to our deserving cadets entering their first year of post-secondary education.
Here is a slideshow overview of our programme that was presented at our last Parent Information Session. If you are interested in joining the Air Cadet Programme in Coquitlam, visit our Recruitment page for details.
Officer Staff
The staff at 808 Coquitlam Squadron is comprised of reserve Royal Canadian Air Force officers from the Cadet Instructors Cadre (CIC) branch of the Canadian Forces. These officers are trained specifically in the development of youth, and are responsible for the training, supervision, organization and administration of the Cadet Program. Their work with the Cadet Program is part-time, with many that have careers outside of the military, or pursuing higher education. Additionally, there are civilian members of the staff who volunteer their time.
Command
Commanding Officer: Captain Trevor Tsang
Deputy Commanding Officer: Captain Christopher Lee
Cadet Squadron Commander: Warrant Officer Second Class Troy Cheah
Operations
Administration Officer: Captain Christopher Kung
Supply Officer: Second Lieutenant Jewel del Rosario
Standards Officer: Lieutenant Karen Chan
Public Affairs Officer: Civilian Volunteer Micole Lai
Training
Training Officer : Captain Derek Tam
Proficiency Level One Officer: Civilian Volunteer Jimin Ryu
Proficiency Level Two Officer: Civilian Instructor Yugyoung Song, Civilian Volunteer Bren Diaz Ng
Proficiency Level Three Officer: Lieutenant Emily Li
Proficiency Level Four Officer: Officer Cadet Seah Kim
Proficiency Level Five Officer: Captain Christopher Lee
Teams
First Aid: Second Lieutenant Jewel del Rosario
Band: Civilian Instructor Yugyoung Song
Drill Team: Lieutenant Karen Chan
Ground School: Lieutenant Rachel Louis
Effective Speaking: Captain Derek Tam
Squadron Sponsoring Committee
The Royal Canadian Air Cadet organization is a partnership between the Department of National Defence and the Air Cadet League of Canada. The Air Cadet League consists of a National and a Provincial level. The British Columbia Provincial Committee (BCPC) works with all local Squadron Sponsoring Committees to help deliver the cadet programme.
The Squadron Sponsoring Committee (SSC) consists of parent volunteers. All parents and guardians may become members of the SSC after completing a Volunteer Registration package, undergoing criminal screening, and an interview with a League Representative.
The Executive Members are elected during the Squadron’s Annual General Meeting held each year in the fall. There are additional Parent Information Meetings that may be scheduled at various times during the training year at the discretion of the SSC. All parents are invited to attend these meetings.
Chairperson
Ms. Maggie Zhang
chair808air@gmail.com
Vice Chairperson
Mr. Valentino Tjia
vice808air@gmail.com
Treasurer
Ms. Angela Chong
Secretary
Ms. Tao Peng
Director
Ms. Eun Jun Kwon
Director
Ms. Bianca Ungurean
Member At Large
Ms. Dorothy Sela
For more information on how to join the Squadron Sponsoring Committee, please visit our Recruitment Page and look under ‘Parent Volunteer Application’.
Contributors and Donors
We thank our generous donors for their contributions to the success of our squadron.
We acknowledge the financial support of the following:
Province of British Columbia
Royal Canadian Legion