The Cadet Corps was raised in 1912 as the No. 72 Seaforth Highlanders of Canada Cadet Battalion. Through the years many Seaforths who passed through the ranks of the cadets went on to illustrious careers in the Army, Navy, Air Force and business world. Of these there are many who were decorated for valour including one Victoria Cross. Others went on to command the regiment and some, like Major General B.M. Hoffmeister, Brigadier H.P. Bell-Irving, and Brigadier-General Anderson, attained General ranks. It has not been uncommon for those starting their military careers with the Seaforths to serve in excess of Forty years. One such man was Edmund Esson who spent thirty years as the Pipe Major. He joined as a cadet in 1919 and served for forty-six years.
TODAY
Seaforth Cadets receive the benefit of training that will prepare them well for their futures. The Seaforths are a family. The friends and comrades they meet as cadets, will undoubtedly be with them for the rest of their lives.
o Today cadets are offered a virtually unlimited number of opportunities and challenges.
o Weekend Exercises
o Summer Camps
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Foreign Exchanges
COST & JOINING REQUIREMENTS
The Army Cadet are open to all youth who are between the ages of 12 and 19. All training, transportation, meals and uniforms are sponsored by the Army Cadet Corps, the Department of National Defense, civilian volunteers, and patrons dedicated to youth development.
LOCATIONS
Seaforth Cadet Corps are located in Vancouver, White Rock, Coquitlam, Sechelt and Surrey. For more information on parade times and joining please call (604)734-1321