Strategic Direction

Everything the Alberta Provincial Committee does is anchored to a shared vision, mission, and set of values, carried forward from our 2021–2026 Strategic Plan. They tell squadrons, sponsoring committees, and partners what to expect from us — and hold us to it.

Our vision

To be a world-class participant supporting the Department of National Defence in the delivery of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets as a premier youth development organization in Alberta.

Our mission

We promote mutual respect and understanding between the participants in the Royal Canadian Air Cadet program. In practice, that means we:

• Implement the Air Cadet League of Canada's national strategic plan across Alberta
• Support the Department of National Defence's strategic initiatives and training goals
• Recruit youth and adults to the cadet movement
• Strengthen local Squadron Sponsoring Committees
• Supply the resources squadrons need for training and activities
• Encourage cadets to pursue their interest in aerospace and aviation

Our values

Seven principles guide how we make decisions and how we conduct ourselves:

• Cadet-centred — we create safe, engaging learning environments.
• Innovative — we adopt forward-thinking approaches.
• Respect — we value every interaction and relationship.
• Integrity — we choose the ethically sound action.
• Teamwork — we collaborate while honouring diverse perspectives.
• Quality of service — we pursue excellence and continuous improvement.
• Leadership — we inspire others through our own conduct.

Strategic priorities

The 2021–2026 plan, adopted 24 April 2021, sets four priorities for the committee and its wings. They aren't separate silos — each supports the others — but together they focus everything we do:

• Governance — run a high-functioning board defined by respect, support, and mutual accountability, with clear structure, by-laws, and policies.
• Communication — share consistent, accurate information with the national office, the Canadian Armed Forces, and sponsoring committees, and raise the profile of the cadet program across Alberta.
• Volunteer recruitment, training & development — build strong, sustainable sponsoring committees by recruiting, training, and retaining adult volunteers.
• Financial sustainability & asset management — steward the committee's funds and assets responsibly, from budgeting and risk management to fundraising and the flying program.

The full plan

The complete plan sets out the desired outcomes and components behind each priority, along with the role and values expected of board members. Read it in full: