Captain Jackson is a Navy League Cadet Corps where boys and girls between the ages of 9 and 13 experience adventure and discovery.
We meet every Thursday evening, and occasionally on weekends for special activities or trips. Guard and marching band divisions also meet on Friday evenings.
Our program is based on a naval theme. Cadets are given a chance to try many different things, in a place where teamwork and respect are very important. Cadets that do really well can earn promotions and awards.
We meet every Thursday evening:
- Where: HMCS Tecumseh (1820 24th Street SW)
- When: 1830 hrs - 2100 hrs (6:30PM - 9:00PM)
Activities include:
- Boating, sailing, and swimming
- Camping
- Sports
- First Aid
- Music (marching band)
- Parades and ceremonies
- Trips, outings, and camp
Information for Parents/Guardians
The Navy League Cadet Program is committed to developing Canada's youth through moral guidance and encouragement, as well as mental and physical training designed to develop patriotism, good citizenship, a sense of duty, self-discipline, self-respect and respect for others, in a modern nautical environment built on sound naval traditions.
Sounds interesting? Come check us out and see if you'd like to join NLCC Captain Jackson.
About Captain Jackson
Our corps was formed in 1955 and named after Captain Reginald Jackson who had a long and distinguished career in the Canadian Navy. Captain Jackson passed away in 1978. A plaque commemorating Captain Jackson's service is mounted on Tecumseh's quarterdeck.
About Our Crest
About Our Motto - Together We Conquer