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Life at Connaught
All of the exchange participants are getting along very well after their first full day together. They have taught each other games, instructed each other in drill and competed in baseball. The summer...
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Ottawa
Today we have learned some of the history of Canada’s capital city, Ottawa, and continued to draw parallels between our two nations. The 20 exchange participants, 14 from Australia and 6 from South...
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Gatineau Park, Quebec
We have spent a few days camping and experiencing Canada’s spectacular natural environment. The Cadets have hiked extensively through native forest of oak, birch and maple. They have been swimming in...
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Remembrance
The Canadian War Museum is an impressive structure, purpose built to house a vast collection. The Cadets spent a few hours here tracing Canada’s history from the 1812 War, through other conflicts and...
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Challenge
A Cadets activity would not be complete without an obstacle course and the one at Connaught was challenging even for these experienced and competent Cadets. The pictures tell the story. The day...
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Marksmanship
One of the many rifle ranges Today Cadets participated in the main event at Connaught, marksmanship. They were instructed in safety and individually tested on the parts of the C11 and safety procedures...
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The Natural Environment
Today the Cadets experienced the might of Niagara Falls. A ride in the legendary Maid of the Mist took us up close where the falling water generated a howling gale and showers which were carried all...
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Toronto
Directing and guiding us on our trip are Canadian officer, Lieutenant Al Stewart, and Canada’s top Cadet, WO Kyle Ryan. Their planning has involved examining feedback from previous trips, brainstorming...
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Montreal
The group had the opportunity to explore Old Montreal today. It was a hot day, but the crowds were out enjoying the ambience of this European looking city. On the way home we visited the Sucerie de la...
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For staff and Cadets, ACE 12 has been a truly memorable experience. We have had the most generous and accommodating hosts imaginable, and they have worked tirelessly to give us an insight into both the...
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