No Cadet Left Behind – The Ontario Provincial Committee (OPC) prides itself in being part of a program that provides leadership and life skills to young people regardless of family economic means. Our pride is greatest when a child from limited means has the opportunity to fully participate in the program.

Personal circumstances of cadets are private matters into which squadron sponsoring committees (SSC) are reluctant to inquire. Even if it is possible to eliminate the need for family support in fundraising and make the baseline program otherwise without obligation for cadets, participation in optional activities will remain a financial challenge for many. Trips and activities often have co-pay and admission fees. Some simply do not participate because they lack the funds. Many SSC and Sponsors have arrangements that look after these matters and do it very well. If SSC and sponsors are unable to meet local needs, OPC will provide funding so that every cadet is able to fully participate. Funds are also provided to SSC which are struggling to raise funds locally to meet their obligations to the program.