Santa Claus / Grey Cup Parade

Cadets have the opportunity to participate in the Santa Claus / Grey Cup Parade on Saturday, November 28 under the supervision of the staff of 220 Red River Air Canada Squadron.

This is an optional 220 Squadron activity with the objective to promote the Cadet Program as a fun youth organization within the community.

DROP OFF POINT: Young Street off Broadway by 3:45 pm (Cadet Float’s # 46).  Parents should walk with their cadet to the float and check in with the staff.    

No meal will be provided. Cadets should have eaten a meal prior to arrival.

CADETS SHALL BE DRESSED APPROPRIATELY TO BE OUTDOORS FOR OVER 4 HOURS Cadets will wear full uniform. Wear layers: issued winter jacket or winter coat (dark-coloured) mitts, scarf, toque, we will be standing for a long period of time on concrete waiting for our turn to march a total of over 4 kilometres.

Cadets may bring cameras for the event; however the squadron DOES NOT accept responsibility for lost or damaged property.

The parade ends at The Forks (approximately 7:00pm).

PICK-UP POINT: Canadian Museum for Human Rights. 85 Israel Asper Way. Parents are required to check out their cadet with the staff before leaving. 

Those able to help decorate the parade float/participate in preparations, please contact 220 Parent’s Committee Chairs, Fred Coad at 220chair@gmail.com or Karen or Rob Spielman PR220RedRiver@gmail.com preparation days at Winnipeg Airports Authority Combined Services Building at 2100 Saskatchewan Avenue

Fri. Nov 27 from 1800-2100hs and Tear down Sun. Nov 29 1000-1200hs.