ABOUT THE SQUADRON SPONSORING COMMITTEE (SSC)
The 907 Black Knights Squadron Sponsoring Committee (SSC) is comprised of parents of Cadets and is the primary sponsoring group for the Squadron. The SSC is responsible for raising funds to support the squadron’s training program, such as power familiarization flying, weekend exercises, band expenses, entrance fees and transportation for various outings, as well as rent, insurance and operating costs.
HOW TO BECOME A PARENT VOLUNTEER
Many parents ask how they can help with the Squadron. Once your cadet has joined the unit and been registered, please refer to the Google Classroom you will be provided access to for further opportunities. Additional information is also available in the Cadet Information Handbook provided to you at the start of the training year.
Parents can get additional information about how they can get involved by talking with a member of the Executive Committee and by visiting the National Cadet website parents’ section. Parents can also visit the Air Cadet League of Canada, British Columbia Provincial Committee and the Air Cadet League of Canada to find out more about the role these groups have in supporting Cadets.
EXECUTIVE OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS (2022/2023)
| Chairperson | Michael Schanz | chair@southsurreyaircadets.com |
| Vice-Chairperson | Richard Phillips | vicechair@southsurreyaircadets.com |
| Secretary | Michael Dunn | secretary@southsurreyaircadets.com |
| Treasurer | Shell Zhong | treasurer@southsurreyaircadets.com |
| Screening Director | Judy Mao | screening@southsurreyaircadets.com |
Any screened parent can become a member of the committee by submitting an application form and being approved by the Directors. Each member has one vote and the members elect the Board of Directors once a year. The Board of Directors choose the Executive Officers by electing a Chairperson, and the Chairperson will appoint the Vice-Chairperson, Secretary and Treasurer. When a Director resigns, the balance of the Board of Directors will appoint a new temporary Director to fill the vacancy until the next Annual General Election is held.
Executive Meetings: The 907 Black Knights Squadron Sponsoring Committee board of directors meets every month. Parents are welcome to attend but will not be part of the voting process during these meetings.
Annual General Meeting: Our AGM is held yearly in October. Please see calendar for details. All parents, member or non-member, are welcome and encouraged to attend. Only 907 Black Knights SSC members may vote. Members attendance is very important and is required so quorum may be declared, and the election of board members can proceed. AGM Minutes are available upon request.