2715 as we know it

2715 Metropolitan Legion Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps was formed in 1962 as the Vincent Massey Collegiate Institute Cadet Corps. It provided the benefits of cadet training to students until March 1974. At that time, sponsorship of the corps was transferred to Metropolitan Legion Branch 594. As well, membership was expanded to include any young man or woman in the community. Since 1974, Branch 594 has secured a home and a financial support system for 2715. The corps sponsor has even taken an active role in supervision, management, and leadership throughout the years.

2715 has a successful history. The corps has been been awarded the Strathcona Shield 12 times; an award presented annually to a small army cadet unit ranked best in the region in leadership, citizenship, and physical activity. Atop this, the corps has received the Proficiency Shield twice.

the essex & kent scottish

On 12 June, 1885, the 21st “Essex” Battalion of Infantry was formed from five companies authorized in Essex County between 1862 and 1885. The unit became the 21st Essex Fusiliers Regiment in 1900.

On 15 July, 1927, they became known as The Essex Scottish, adopting the MacGregor tartan for their kilts. On 1 October, 1954, The Essex Scottish of Windsor, and The Kent Regiment of Chatham, was amalgamated to form The Essex and Kent Scottish.

The Regimental Crest, worn by the regimental family as a Cap Badge, is a red shield containing three White Sea axes (the crest of Essex County, England) and The White Horse of Kent surmounted by a Scottish Lion’s Head. The thistles signify a Scottish unit. The badge is inscribed below the shield with the Regimental Motto: Semper Paratus: Always Ready.

The Essex & Kent Scottish is the affiliated unit of 2715, and thus, cadets are awarded the E&K cap brass upon their first promotion.

The Regiment’s Victoria Cross recipients include Lance-Sergeant E.W. Sifton (1 April 1917), Captain J. MacGregor (3 October 1918), and Major F.A. Tilston (1 March 1945), who was the Honourary Colonel of the Regiment.

Our Mission

2715 RCACC and its members are committed to developing young leaders by providing cadets with a unique experience and essential skills such as teamwork, communication, and initiative.

The dedicated staff at 2715 strive for the overall success of its members. Whether individual or unit-wide, staff will always seek to guide cadets in achieving their greatest goals and aspirations.