351 Silver Star Squadron

Royal Canadian Air Cadets

205-5871 Highway #7
Markham, ON L3P 1A3

1085-10 (CO)

6 Apr 2023

Parent/Guardian/Cadet

2023 SPRING TAGGING INFORMATION

The Tag Day Weekend is the primary fundraiser is the primary fundraising event
organized and run the Squadron Sponsoring Committee (SSC) who are responsible for
supporting Squadron activities that are not funded by Cadets Canada/DND. Tag Day is
separate and distinct from the Annual Registration Fee charged by the Air Cadet League
in that the money raised stays in the Squadron.

A review of our fall tagging highlighted the need for a number of changes to increase
efficiency and decrease wait times. We have been working with the SSC to request a
number of changes and I am pleased to confirm the following:

Participation (Change)

To support this activity, we ask that all cadets volunteer to complete at least 1 tagging
shift.

Shift Timings (Change):

• Full day tagging is no longer authorized.

Date Shift Arrive at Dispatch Shift Shift Ends

Starts
28 Apr 2023 Friday PM 1630hrs 1700hrs 2100hrs
29 Apr 2023 Saturday AM 0830hrs 0900hrs 1300hrs
Saturday PM 1230hrs 1300hrs 1700hrs
30 Apr 2023 Sunday AM 0830hrs 0900hrs 1300hrs
Sunday PM 1230hrs 1300hrs 1700hrs

Tagging Meals (Change)

There will no longer be lunch money provided to cadets. Cadets volunteering for more
than one shift are responsible for their own meals.

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Royal Canadian Air Cadets
205-5871 Highway #7
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Dispatch Location (Change):

The Tag Day Dispatch will operate from the cafeteria of Bur Oak Secondary High School.

Tagging Location Assignment

• Tagging locations will be assigned two weeks prior to the event
• Junior cadets must be paired with a senior cadet (Sgt and up) and no more than
one (1) senior at each location
• The senior cadet assigned to a location will be responsible to contact Squadron
office to discuss any matters affecting the tagging duty

Paired Dispatch Process (Change):

• Cadets and their parents will be required to locate the Cadet tagging partner and
report in pairs to dispatch. No cadet will be dispatched on an individual basis.
• Cadets and their parents will be required to initial the nominal roll at the time of
dispatch.
• Cadets will be required to return to dispatch in pairs at the end of their shift. No
cadet will be signed in on an individual basis.
• Cadets must be checked in at the end of shift by the SSC and return the tagging
box.

Transportation (Change):
• Cadets and their parents will arrive at the dispatch location with sufficient time to
allow for dispatch and drive time to the tagging location so that the arrive at the
location at the begging of the shift.
• Cadets will depart the tagging headquarters at the same time and are expected to
arrive at the tagging location at the same time.
• Parents will confirm Cadet tagging partners have arrived before dropping off their
cadet
• Cadets will depart the tagging location at the same time. No cadet is permitted to
depart unless their tagging partner’s transportation has also arrived.
Should you have any questions during the event please speak directly with the SSC
member in charge.

// original signed //

Capt M. Delaney
Commanding Officer

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Royal Canadian Air Cadets
205-5871 Highway #7
Markham, ON L3P 1A3

MESSAGE FROM THE SQUADRON SPONSORING COMMITTEE

Dear Parents,

As you know, 351 Squadron is a non-profit youth organization that teaches our cadets
the attributes of good citizenship and leadership.

One of our fund raising events is known as 'tagging'. Twice a year, our cadets are situated
in front of retail outlets in our area with a donation box politely asking for support. With
the permission of these outlets, our cadets will be in the public on the evening of April 28,
2023 and during the day on Saturday April 29, 2023 and Sunday April 30. Please refer to
the full instructions attached.

WE NEED YOUR HELP AS BACKUP DRIVERS!! We need parents who are willing to be
screened as volunteer drivers. This process requires an application and background
check (Vulnerable Sector Screening- VSS), all costs associated for this are covered by
the squadron. If you are interested and/or have any further questions, please feel free to
contact us at 351.chairperson@aircadetleague.on.ca.

If you have any further questions, please 351.chairperson@aircadetleague.on.ca.

// original signed //

Ms Doris Poon
Chairperson

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Royal Canadian Air Cadets
205-5871 Highway #7
Markham, ON L3P 1A3

Instructions

● Cadets must sign up online through the Squadron website.

● Tagging locations will be pre-assigned to cadets after they complete the sign-up
form online.
● Permission Form must be signed by cadets and their parents and returned to
the Tagging HQ on the tag day when they pick up their tagging supplies.
● Parents are responsible to provide transportation for their own cadet.
● Cadets and parents will report to the Tagging HQ to pick up their tagging supplies.
● Cadets will be required to locate their tagging partner and report to the SSC for joint
dispatch.
● Cadets and their parents are to both initial the nominal roll confirming dispatch.
● Cadets and their partner are to depart the Tagging HQ at the same time as a group.
● Parents cannot drop off their cadet unless the other cadet is present at the Tagging
location.
● The senior cadet of each group must contact the Squadron office once all the cadets
of their group have arrived at the tagging location.
● Parents cannot pick up their cadet early or depart unless the other parent is also
present.
● Cadets are to depart the Tagging location at the same time when the shift ends.
● The senior cadet of each group must contact the Squadron office when all the
cadets of their group are leaving from the Tagging location.
● Cadets must locate their tagging partner(s) once returned to the Tagging HQ and
report to the SSC as a group for return processing.
● Cadets may carry a cell phone for emergencies.
● The senior cadet assigned to a location will be responsible to contact the Squadron
office to discuss any matters affecting the tagging duty.
● Know the phone number of the LHQ (416) 989-9873 as well as a contact number
at the tagging location.

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Royal Canadian Air Cadets
205-5871 Highway #7
Markham, ON L3P 1A3

TAG DAY
INSTRUCTIONS
For ALL Cadets:

Dress C-2. Cadet issued parka or appropriate civilian jacket may be

authorized based on location and weather.
Health Card Required
Shifts Level 1 Volunteer 1 Shift
Level 2-5 Volunteer 2 Shifts
Absences Authorized, prior notice is requested.
Arrival Sufficient to allow time for admin procedure and travel time to
tagging location.
Note: Tagging shift hours start on arrival at tagging location not
dispatch location
Tips for Success
● Smile and if possible hold the door for customers
● Ask: “Hello, Would you like to make a donation to 351 Air Cadets?”
● Thank everyone…even if they do not donate or if they say no thanks
● Watch for people WITH TAGS already! Thank them, don’t ask them to donate again
About Cadets & Tagging
● We are: A civilian youth organization sponsored by the Canadian Forces
● We are NOT: members of the Canadian Forces or military trainees
● We train in Leadership and flying subjects, we promote physical fitness
● Money: Goes towards; flying, camping, sports competitions, & band
Conduct
● Always be polite
● Do not interfere with the flow of customers
● No gum, no swearing, no loud voices while at TAG days
● If you’re eating - sit down, wedge off
● Do not accept a ride from strangers

If you have any problems with store staff or Cadets or Officers from other areas CALL the
SQUADRON right away. Only call the SQUADRON if: your box is completely full, you
need more tags, you need to leave early, and you have a problem that needs to be solved.

Good LUCK! Most of ALL make sure your uniform looks great and Have FUN!!

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