1188 Lorne Scots - Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps
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The Oakville Historical Society is the official sponsor of the 1188 Lorne Scots Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps. Learn more about them, including their history.
The sponsorship is our way of celebrating the fine work being done by this organization, the Scottish origin of the Town's founder, and the long history of both the Royal Canadian Army Cadets (almost as old as the Town) and the over 93 year history of the 1188 Lorne Scots RCACC in Oakville (founded 1924). The book, A History of the Lorne Scots (Peel, Dufferin and Halton Regiment) is available for purchase. Visit the Lorne Scots Regimental Museum, to find out more! |
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Some of the cadets who visited our offices during Doors Open 2016.
Annual Bursary
Starting with the summer of 2019, we honour one outstanding cadet that has retired from the cadets. This will take place in our offices on Sunday August 18 at 3:00 pm. Here is the winner's story.
During the past six years in the Canadian Cadet Organization, I have developed numerous communication, self-discipline, and leadership skills, as well as what it means to be a good Canadian citizen. This program has offered me the opportunity to better myself through the years as I have participated in many community activities including the Oakville and Bronte Remembrance Day Parades, Oakville Santa Claus Parades, Lions Club events and many more.
Starting in the program at 12 years old, I had rather poor communication skills and was a very introverted person. Due to the immense amount of support that I received from officers, staff, and peers, I have not only made many friends but I have also become more outgoing and developed self-confidence.
The cadet program has also taught me a great deal of self-discipline, such as time management and self control. Self-discipline is a necessity for success in school and the workplace. Without this simple skill, I would not be where I am today. Additionally, I have learned many leadership skills that can be applied in everyday situations. Solving conflicts, overcoming challenges, and self-reflection are all aspects of good leadership which I have learned within the cadet program.
My experience in the Cadet program does not only reside within my local community. It has led me to join the Lorne Scots Pipes and Drums band, opening my ears up to a new world of music, culture, and military history. It has given me the chance to meet many important people such as the Lord Mayor of London and honourable members of the Armed Forces, while letting me travel to England for the 50th anniversary of the Fusiliers.
[For Doors Open Halton, Cadet Warrant Office Douglas Chang performed at our offices. See page ten of the linked newsletter.]
As my cadet years come to an end, I am grateful for all the things that I have learned and I hope to give back to my community in the many years to come.
Next year, I will be pursuing my bachelor of applied science in nanotechnology engineering at the University of Waterloo. If it had not been for the skills I have learned in the Canadian Cadet Organization, the skills, experiences, and achievements that I have accumulated over the years would not be possible.
I would like extend my gratitude to all those who have helped me through the years because without them, I would not be who I have become today.
Douglas Chang
Starting with the summer of 2019, we honour one outstanding cadet that has retired from the cadets. This will take place in our offices on Sunday August 18 at 3:00 pm. Here is the winner's story.
During the past six years in the Canadian Cadet Organization, I have developed numerous communication, self-discipline, and leadership skills, as well as what it means to be a good Canadian citizen. This program has offered me the opportunity to better myself through the years as I have participated in many community activities including the Oakville and Bronte Remembrance Day Parades, Oakville Santa Claus Parades, Lions Club events and many more.
Starting in the program at 12 years old, I had rather poor communication skills and was a very introverted person. Due to the immense amount of support that I received from officers, staff, and peers, I have not only made many friends but I have also become more outgoing and developed self-confidence.
The cadet program has also taught me a great deal of self-discipline, such as time management and self control. Self-discipline is a necessity for success in school and the workplace. Without this simple skill, I would not be where I am today. Additionally, I have learned many leadership skills that can be applied in everyday situations. Solving conflicts, overcoming challenges, and self-reflection are all aspects of good leadership which I have learned within the cadet program.
My experience in the Cadet program does not only reside within my local community. It has led me to join the Lorne Scots Pipes and Drums band, opening my ears up to a new world of music, culture, and military history. It has given me the chance to meet many important people such as the Lord Mayor of London and honourable members of the Armed Forces, while letting me travel to England for the 50th anniversary of the Fusiliers.
[For Doors Open Halton, Cadet Warrant Office Douglas Chang performed at our offices. See page ten of the linked newsletter.]
As my cadet years come to an end, I am grateful for all the things that I have learned and I hope to give back to my community in the many years to come.
Next year, I will be pursuing my bachelor of applied science in nanotechnology engineering at the University of Waterloo. If it had not been for the skills I have learned in the Canadian Cadet Organization, the skills, experiences, and achievements that I have accumulated over the years would not be possible.
I would like extend my gratitude to all those who have helped me through the years because without them, I would not be who I have become today.
Douglas Chang