Cadet Awards
Lord Strathcona Medal
Lord Strathcona Medal
The Lord Strathcona Medal (LSM) is the highest Award which can be bestowed upon a Cadet in recognition of exemplary performance in physical and military training. Each Air Cadet Squadron may award one Medal in each training year, but the award of the Medal is to be based solely on the availability of a worthy candidate. Awarding the LSM annually is not mandatory and should not be a matter of custom for a particular appointment or by seniority alone.
Legion Medal of Excellence
Legion Medal of Excellence
The Royal Canadian Legion Cadet Medal of Excellence (RCLCME) recognizes individual endeavours of a citizenship nature, which meet or enhance the purposes and objectives of the Cadet organizations. It is wholly sponsored and awarded by the Royal Canadian Legion. Each Air Cadet Squadron may award one RCLCME each training year, provided a worthy candidate is available. The main theme in awarding the RCLCME is to emphasize the citizenship aspects of the Cadet program.
Air Cadet Service Medal
Air Cadet Service Medal
The Air Cadet League of Canada has created an award to recognize continuous cadet service of at least 4 years by deserving air cadets. To qualify for this, a serving cadet must have successfully completed 4 years of honourable service with no serious infractions, and be recommended by the Squadron CO. Furthermore, eligible service is portable between squadrons. Air Cadets are also eligible to receive a bar for the medal for each year of training completed beyond the 4 year qualifying period and a rosette for the undress ribbon.
883 Air Commodore Leonard Birchall Leadership Award
883 Air Commodore Leonard Birchall Leadership Award
The ACLB Leadership Award is awarded to the cadet who has demonstrated exemplary levels of leadership in the performance of their duties. This award is given out annually at the Annual Ceremonial Review.
3D Award
3D Award
883's 3D Award is awarded to the cadet who consistently displays the highest order of personal dress, drill, and deportment in theoretical and practical applications. This award is given out annually at the Annual Ceremonial Review.
Passing of the Torch Award
Passing of the Torch Award
883's Passing of the Torch award is awarded to the cadet recognized as consistently the most dedicated, imaginative, and effective instructor for the training year. This award is given out annually at the Annual Ceremonial Review.
Squadron Spirit Award
Squadron Spirit Award
883's Squadron Spirit award is awarded to the cadet who significantly contributes to the unit's esprit de corps and enhances its reputation through active participation in extracurricular opportunities. The recipient of this award exemplifies dedication, teamwork, and a positive attitude, inspiring others and fostering a strong sense of camaraderie witin the squadron. This award is given out annually at the Annual Ceremonial Review.
Top Senior NCO Award
Top Senior NCO Award
The Top Senior NCO Award is awarded to the cadet Sgt and above who is recognized as the top senior NCO for their exemplary leadership, high levels of drill, dress, and deportment, and commitment to service. This cadet is dedicated to motivating their juniors and is instrumental to the success of the unit. This award is given out annually at the Annual Ceremonial Review.
Top Junior NCO Award
Top Junior NCO Award
The Top Junior NCO Award is awarded to the Cpl or FCpl who is recognized as the top junior NCO for their exceptional leadership, deportment, and commitment to service. This cadet effecitively motivates their peers and performs all duties with high proficiency. This award is given out annually at the Annual Ceremonial Review.
Most Improved Senior NCO Award
Most Improved Senior NCO Award
The Most Improved Senior NCO Award is awarded to the senior NCo who has demonstrated significant growth and development in their role. This cadet displays high levels of dedication and commitment and effectively inspires others to strive for excellence. This award is given out annually at the Junior Awards Night.
Most Valuable Player Band Award
Most Valuable Player Band Award
883's MVP-Band Award is awarded to the band member who displayed high levels of leadership, initiative, and a team-before-self attitude. This award is given out annually at the Annual Ceremonial Review.
Most Improved Band Member Award
Most Improved Band Member Award
883's MIP-Band Award is awarded to the band member who overcomes personal challenges and greatly improves their proficiency and musicianship in the course of the training year. This award is given out annually at the Junior Awards Night.
Most Valuable Player Sports Award
Most Valuable Player Sports Award
883's MVP-Sports Award is awarded to the sports team member performs above average in an effort to not only improve their own skills, but the skills of the entire team. They display great morale, sportsmanship, and teamwork at all practices and games. This award is given out annually at the Annual Ceremonial Review.
Most Improved Sports Team Member Award
Most Improved Sports Team Member Award
883's MIP-Sports Award is awarded to the sports team member who overcomes personal challenges and greatly improves their physical fitness and sportsmanship in the course of the training year. This award is given out annually at the Junior Awards Night.
Outstanding Level Cadet Award
Outstanding Level Cadet Award
Awarded to the cadet per level who has distinguished themselves amongst their peers through a high level of participation, uplifting overall morale and exceeding standards in all training areas throughout the training year. This award is given out annually at the Junior Awards Night.
Top First Year Cadet Award
Top First Year Cadet Award
The Top First Year Cadet Award is awarded to the first-year cadet who has distinguished themselves amongst their peers by displaying a dedication to the squadron through general proficiency and accomplishment in all training areas. This award is given out annually at the Annual Ceremonial Review.