On Oct. 16, the Senior Non-Commissioned Officers (NCMs) of the local Army Cadet Corps joined at the Golden Cenotaph, where they paid respects to the fallen.
The officers organized a cleaning of the cenotaph and the surrounding grounds, using a pressure washer to scrub the cenotaph, remove weeds in the pathways, trim back hedges, and remove garbage.
“The cenotaph and area around are now clean, showing an example of how to pay respect to the fallen and good community service,” said Devon McCarthy, a reserve officer in the Canadian Armed Forces.
After the cleaning, the seniors conducted a cenotaph guard practice with drill rifles in preparation for the upcoming Nov. 11 Remembrance Day ceremony.
“We hope to see the public on November 11 join us to pay respects to the fallen and those who currently serve our community and country at home and abroad,” said McCarthy.
The cadet program is a youth program for ages 12-18, with an aim to develop junior leaders, promote physical fitness and community service, and instill an interest in the Canadian Armed Forces.
The program meets at Apes Elementary School in the gymnasium on Tuesdays from 5:45 to 8:30 p.m.
Those interested in joining or have questions may contact the training officer at Devon.mccarthy@cadets.gc.ca and are welcome to attend any Tuesday night cadet session.
