New cadets and civilian staff who do not have uniforms shall dress in civilian clothing equivalent to the dress of the day. For example, new cadets shall wear a white collared, long-sleeve, dress shirt with a tie, dark dress pants, and dark shoes when the squadron is in C-2 Routine Training Dress.
Reference for common equivalent orders of dress:
| CAF Numbered Order of Dress | Cadet Numbered Order of Dress | Civilian Equivalent |
| No. 1 or 1A Ceremonial | C-1 Ceremonial Dress | Business or semi-formal attire |
| No. 3A or 3C Service | C-3 Routine Training Dress | Sqn Wear or long-sleeve shirt with tie |
| No. 3B Service | C-3B Routine Training Dress (short) | Sqn Wear or short-sleeve dress shirt |
| n/a | C-5E Sports Dress | Athletic Clothing |
| No. 2 or 2B Mess | C-2 Mess Dress | Semi-formal attire |
Squadron Wear
Personnel wearing squadron wear shall adhere to the following guidelines:
- Grooming, jewelry, and makeup shall be IAW CAF Dress Instructions or CJCR Dress Instructions, as applicable
- Clothing shall be clean and professional in appearance (i.e. not to reveal undergarments, tops must meet bottoms, proper fit)
- Tops: a squadron golf shirt or equivalent polo-style shirt with a knit cardigan or pullover sweater
- Bottoms: chino-style pants, crops, culottes, capris, or a skirt in subdued colours (ex. Black, navy blue, khaki, brown, grey, etc.)
- Shoes: comfortable dress shoes in a dark colour (flat or heeled is acceptable)
Athletic Clothing
Personnel wearing athletic clothing shall adhere to the following guidelines:
- Grooming, jewelry, and makeup shall be IAW CAF Dress Instructions or CJCR Dress Instructions, as applicable
- Clothing shall be clean and professional in appearance (i.e. not to reveal undergarments, tops must meet bottoms, proper fit)
- Clothing shall be athletic-purpose clothing (no jeans, dress clothing, open-toed shoes)
- Long hair shall be tied back in a ponytail, braid, or bun
- Tops: short or long-sleeved athletic t-shirt and/or athletic sweater
- Bottoms: athletic pants or shorts
- Shoes: athletic footwear such as running shoes, cross trainers, basketball shoes, etc.
Civilian Clothing
Personnel wearing civilian clothing shall adhere to the following guidelines:
- Grooming, jewelry, and makeup shall be IAW CAF Dress Instructions or CJCR Dress Instructions, as applicable
- Clothing shall be clean and professional in appearance (i.e. not to reveal undergarments, tops must meet bottoms, proper fit)
- Clothing shall reflect credit on the individual, the squadron, and the Cadet Program (no inappropriate images or slogans)
- Clothing and footwear shall be appropriate for the weather and activity
Retired Warrant Officer First Class Gibson prepared the following video to assist cadets with long hair.