Meet the 188 Cobra Squadron Staff !
The squadron staff is a team of Cadet Instructor Cadre (CIC) officers, Civilian Instructors (CI) and Civilian Volunteers (CV). As members of the CIC, they belong to the Cadet Organization Administration and Training Service (COATS), which is a sub-component of the Canadian Forces Reserves. The staff at 188 Cobra are specifically tasked with the supervision, administration and training of cadets. Staff have full time day jobs while they dedicate their evenings, weekends and vacation days to the development of the youth under their care. All our adult staff are trained and screened to work with youth.
Meet the 188 Cobra Squadron Staff !
The squadron staff is a team of Cadet Instructor Cadre (CIC) officers, Civilian Instructors (CI) and Civilian Volunteers (CV). As members of the CIC, they belong to the Cadet Organization Administration and Training Service (COATS), which is a sub-component of the Canadian Forces Reserves. The staff at 188 Cobra are specifically tasked with the supervision, administration and training of cadets. Staff have full time day jobs while they dedicate their evenings, weekends and vacation days to the development of the youth under their care. All our adult staff are trained and screened to work with youth.
188 Cobra Squadron
WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Updated on: 11 June 2026
Dress of the Day: STAND DOWN UNTIL 09 SEPT 2026! (Order of Dress) CJCR Dress Instructions
Administration
Ontario Health Card - All cadets are to carry their Ontario Health Card on their person at all times during cadet activities.
CADET365 - All cadets are to be on CADET365 for access to all important communication and forms within our squadron. If you do not have your login credentials or are having issues logging in, contact Lt Mrasek or OCdt Owusu for any further assistance.
Training
Training announcements to be updated for the 2026-2027 Training Year! Good luck to all those going on Summer Training!
Supply
All cadets requiring uniform exchanges are to make an appointment with CI Smirnov via email at 188cobrasupply@gmail.com
Sponsoring Committee
Adult Volunteers: The Squadron Sponsoring Committee (SSC) is looking for new volunteers. If you would like to be an adult volunteer, please see our SSC Chair, Alessia Pileggi 188.Chairperson@aircadetleague.on.ca
Letter to Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Air Cadet League of Canada Air Cadet League, Ontario
**ACLO Lottery is now happening! Purchase your 50/50 Lottery to support 188 Cobra**
Each cycle includes three great chances to win:
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First Early Bird Draw – $500
2026 Draw Schedule
Cycle 1 | January – June
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Second Early Bird: April 30, 2026
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Grand Prize: June 25, 2026
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First Early Bird: August 27, 2026
🎟️ Ticket Sales Open January 12 at 3:01 PM
Visit www.aclopc5050.com to purchase your tickets.
At checkout, be sure to select the squadron 188 Cobra Squadron. The Sponsoring Committees receives a portion of every ticket sold.
Please share the link widely with family, friends, and colleagues to help maximize support for our squadron 188 Cobra!