The world-wide brotherhood of Scouts is the best known of all

Youth movements and one to which any person, youth or adult, can
be justly proud to belong. It is well for us to realize that, as members
of The Canadian Boy Scouts Association we, individually and
collectively, set the standard by which the Movement is judged in
this country. Furthermore we must all appreciate that no self-
respecting person would wish to belong to an organization which is
poor in appearance, achievement or spirit.
Many years ago our founder, Lord Baden-Powell, said:
"Smartness in uniform and correctness in detail seems a
small matter to fuss about, but has its value in the
development of self-respect, and means an immense deal to
the reputation of the Movement among outsiders who judge
by what they see:'
These words are as important today as when they were spoken
and they impose an obligation on each of us to be smart in
appearance and to conform to a recognized pattern of procedure in
ceremonies. In this way we can exemplify the spirit of brotherhood
through unity of purpose and action.
Yours sincerely,



Chief Executive Commissioner



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An important point to remember about the Wolf Cub
uniform is that the Jersey is always worn outside the shorts.
For rambles, camp and summer wear, drill shorts and cotton
jerseys are available. Whistles, knives and axes are not a part
of Pack Equipment or Cub Uniform.

































Full uniform above the knees should be worn at least
once a day in camp. Scouts leaving camp and going to public
places must be properly and neatly dressed.
Where for reasons of adverse weather or other conditions,
shorts would be impractical, blue longs may be worn provided
there is uniformity within the Troop.









The Sea Scout Uniform
The uniform of the Sea Scout is the same as for other Scouts with
the following exceptions:
Naval Rating Cap, with white top for summer, with ribbon
inscribed "Sea Scouts". (See Rule 124, P.O.R.)
Shirt or Jersey - Blue, with "Sea Scouts -. Canada" over right
breast pocket. For camp or boating, a white Sea Scout "T" shirt,
with white or blue shorts and white running shoes may be worn
provided there is uniformity within the Troop.
Where for reasons of adverse weather or other conditions, shorts
'would be impractical, Sea Scouts I may wear blue longs or bell
bottoms, provided there is uniformity within the Troop.

All Weather Uniform
The All Weather Uniform was designed by experts to fulfill the
need for a cold weather uniform for Cubs, Scouts, Rovers and
Scouters in any J part of Canada. All or part of the uniform can ~
be worn, according to the activity engaged in. It -' may 'be worn
also for inclement weather and for general school wear.
Ski Cap - Green wool lined with convertible ear-flaps. Windproof
and water-resistant.
Hood - Green fur trimmed and lined with heavy blanket cloth.
Buttons to parka and may be worn with or without Ski Cap.
The Parka - Green open style with zipper front and inside draw-
string to regulate body heat. Cub, Scout or Rover crest on left
breast pocket.
Ski Pants - Blue conventional ski pants with II knitted cuffs.
Footwear - Brown, Hi-Cut worn with heavy Ski socks. Other footwear suitable to the
local conditions may be worn.




































Hat - Blue peak cap with black band. Special R.S.S. Badge in front.
Tie - Black. May be worn with jacket, in lieu of group neckerchief.
Shirt - Blue, Boy Scout pattern; "Sea Scouts-Canada" over right pocket.
In summer a white shirt of above pattern may be worn. (Tender- foot Badge on
left pocket).
Shorts or Longs Blue, longs or bell bottom.
Stockings - Blue, with green tops.
Garter Tabs and ShouIder Knots - As for Rover Scouts.
Jacket - lf desired a plain navy blue two button jacket, single breasted, blazer type
may be worn.



















It should be noted that Cubmasters do not wear shoulder knots and their hat
badges are worn at the front of the hat.
NOTE: (a) All Scouter hat badges are worn on the leather bat band.
(b) A walking stick or thumbstick may be carried on appropriate
occasions.
Sea Scouter's Uniform: As for Sea Scouts with the following exceptions: A Blue
peak cap with the Sea Scoutmaster's hat badge worn on a black band. Blue serge
double breasted coat with horn buttons, may be worn. In such case a white or ,blue
shirt will be worn with green tie instead of neckerchief. Shoulder knot of colours
appropriate to rank will be worn with regular Sea Scoutmaster uniform but not with
the double breasted coat.



Hand Signals
Hand signals are generally used in Scouting in preference to verbal or whistle
commands, particularly when the Troop is in a formation where the Scouter may be
seen by all. Special calls such as "bird calls" are also appropriate. Usually one
verbal "Alert" or "Troop" call is given to attract attention, and then the appropriate
hand signal given. Scouts should always move on "the double". The P.L. is always
on the right of the Patrol, the Second on the left, with the Patrol between them.
The hand signals shown here are in general international usage. Additional
hand signals may be made at the discretion of the Court of Honour .
While Rover Scouts will not normally use hand signals they should be familiar
with them.

Troop in one rank, facing to or from of
the Scoutmaster according to the
position of his palms. The signal
illustrated calls for Troop in line facing
away from the Scoutmaster.
Honour Patrol forms right end
Horseshoe (on Scoutmaster's left) .
Patrols separated by one pace
intervals. Hands quarter circled from
crossed position and held extended
until the P.L.s in their places.






In this formation the interval between the Patrols should be sufficient to
permit each patrol to wheel into line without the necessity of easing-off to right or
left.











The Close Column Interval is one pace between Patrols.









Wolf Cub Pack Calls
There are no signals in Cubbing. A few simple Pack calls are all that is
necessary. Recommended by B.-P. in "The Wolf Cubs Handbook are the following:
"Pack, Pack, Pack". (Sharp) At this call every Cub answers by yelling "Pack"
and by scampering at once to form the Rock Circle around the Cubmaster.
"Pack". If an Old Wolf calls "Pack" only once, it means "Silence", and every
one stops what he is doing and listens. No one is allowed to call "Pack" except an
Old Wolf. The Sixer may call his Six together by its Six Colour - i.e. Red Six, or Blue
Six, etc.


Alert. Cub stands erect, with heels together, hands down by sides, chest well
advanced, head up, and eyes looking straight to the front.
At Ease. Stand with feet apart, hands clasped behind the back.
Council Rock. This is the centre of the circle with Akela in the middle and the
Totem Pole (if any) on Akela's right.
Rock Circle. The Pack is circled around the Council Rock, each Cub
shoulder to shoulder. This formation may be used for story telling.
Parade Circle. Cubs join hands and back up into a large circle until hands
are extended. Hands are then dropped. The Parade Circle is the correct formation
for the Grand Howl, Jungle Dances, etc.
Cub and Scout Salute and Scout Sign
The Wolf Cub salute is made with the first two fingers of the right hand (see
fig. I). The two fingers are held apart to symbolize the ears of the wolf. They also
represent the two parts of the Cub Law.










The Salute is made with or without hat.
The Scout salute is made with the first three fingers of the right hand (see fig.
2) or left hand (see fig. 3). The fingers are straight and together and the little finger is
held down with the thumb. The three fingers represent the three parts of the Scout
Promise.




The Scout salute is made by:
Boy Scouts, Rover Squires, Rover Scouts, Scouters and lay-members who
have made the Scout Promise.
The general rule for saluting is "the long way up and the short way down", the
arm going out to the right and then bending at the elbow to the head. In concluding
the salute the hand is brought straight down.
The Scout salute is given as a sign of recognition between members of the
Brotherhood meeting for the first time that day. It is also used as a sign of respect.
The Scout Sign is made when the Promise is made at an Investiture and at
all subsequent repetitions. During the making of the Promise at an Investiture all
Scouts, Rovers and Leaders make the Scout Sign. If staff is held, the sign is made
as in fig. 5.
Pack Scouters make the Cub salute when with Cubs, the Scout salute at
other times. All Leaders make the Scout Promise when invested.
Scout Staff Drill















Troop Drill
Call "Troop" or use troop call to attract attention and silence in Troop. Give hand signal to get
Troop into required formation.
Troop then assumes the At Ease position-feet a comfortable distance apart, right hand
clasped in left hand behind back, head up, eyes front.
"Troop-Alert"
Move left foot up smartly to right foot-heels touching, toes
apart (feet should be at 30 angle), arms straight at sides, head up,
look straight ahead.
"Troop-At Ease"
Move left foot to left and take up position described above.
This command may be followed by 'Easy". Relax, the body, arms and
head may now be moved but the feet must remain in the 'At Ease'
position. The troop may not go direct from the 'Alert' position to the
'Easy' position.
TURNS. From the Alert.

"Troop-Right Turn". Turn on right heel and left toe-snap left foot up
to right.

"Troop-Left Turn". Turn on left heel and right toe -snap right foot up
to left.

"Troop-about turn". Turn right about on right heel and left toe-snap
left foot up to right.

Quick March from the Alert.
Troop-Quick March.-All step off together with the left foot on
the word "March". Scouts should use the quick step of 120 paces to
the minute. Swing the arms freely from the shoulders,-the arm coming
for ward together with the opposite leg. Body straight, head up, eyes
front. Listen for and concentrate on the rythm to keep in time. Don't
watch the feet of the chap in front-it will cause bad carriage; watch his
shoulders -the swing of the arms will keep you in step together. If the
column slows down do not change the speed of your legs-only the
distance of the pace-even to marking time.
Wheeling -If possible avoid having to shout wheeling instructions-if
the troop has to wheel the leader will put out the appropriate arm and
hold it there until the front rank has made the turn. Or a prearranged
marker may be used. When wheeling the outside rank continues
marching at normal speed, the inner rank slow speed but maintain the
step and cover off on the outside rank to maintain a straight file.




"Troop-Halt". Give the command "Halt" as the right foot passes the left.
Take one more pace with the left foot and bring the right foot up smartly,
coming to the "Alert".

"Troop. ..Dismiss". Troop turns to right, pauses (count of 3) salutes,
breaks away outwards. This is a formal dismissal as at end of parade or
troop meeting.

"Troop. ..Break Away". Troop turns to right, pauses and breaks away
outwards. Used informally during a meeting, etc. when the troop goes away to work on some
project, e.g. after flag break.


Movements

First Method. By Patrols in single file moving at intervals on side of the road facing
traffic.
At night front and rear markers should be stationed about 20 paces ahead and
behind the main body. The leading marker must carry a white light and the rear marker a
red light.
Troops walk or march facing the traffic except when under police escort.
Second Method. By Troops in column of route in threes.

"Fall In in Threes." Since the Troop will use "Column of Threes" only for marching in
public, a practice in its nature quite apart from the normal Scout activities, a special
procedure must be adopted. To secure the most effective appearance of the Troop in
threes, it must be sized with the tallest Scouts en both flanks.

"Sizing a Troop in Threes."

(1) "TALLEST ON THE RIGHT, SHORTEST ON THE LEFT, IN " SINGLE RANK - Fall
in."
The Troop arrange themselves in descending order of height from the right.
Train the Scouts to take their places from the REAR.

(2) "Number."
The Scouts will number in succession from the right.
Train the Scouts to turn their heads to the left when numbering.

(3) "EVEN NUMBERS-TWO PACES STEP BACK - March."
The Even Numbers take two paces back smartly. See that this is done together.

(4) "RIGHT AND LEFT-Turn."
Right Hand man of Front rank stands fast. Remainder front rank turn to the right. Rear
rank turn to the Left.

(5) "INTO THREES-QUICK - March."
No. I stands fast.
No.3 moves behind No. I halts and turns left.
No.5 moves behind No.3 (who is behind No. I halts and turns left.)




This will form the right hand file of three and will be the leading three when the Troop
moves off to the right.
No.7 moves up to No. I, halts and turns left. No.9 moves behind No.7, halts and turns
left.
No. II moves behind No.9, halts and turns left. This will form second file of three, and so
on.
The rear rank will wheel right and follow the front rank, taking their places in turn.
The last three Scouts from the right of the rear rank AL WAYS form a three, to become
the left file of three of the Troop, and the leading three when the Troop moves off to the
left.
Note. The last file but one may, if not complete, be made up of:-One Scout-always in the
front rank.
Two Scouts - always one in the front and one in the rear rank.

WOLF CUBS
Wolf Cubs should always be paraded in a separate body from Scouts with a very appreciable
distance between them, but they should not take part in mixed parades designed for older boys and
girls, nor should they be expected to march in step.
Flags and Colours

RESPECT
A flag is the symbol of the honour, tradition and sometimes the
history of the country, Troop or body it represents. It should, therefore, be
treated with great respect. When not in use it should be put away care-
fully. Never let a flag touch the ground (exception- Dipping Colours, see
p. 19) .
Always stand at alert when any Colours march past. If in uniform
and not under parade orders, salute National and Scout Colours. If in
civilian clothes the hat should be removed.
A worn out flag should be burned.
FLYING
In the following where National Flag is written read:-Union flag or
Canadian Ensign. Avoid carrying Union flag and Canadian Ensign
together in parade as this creates a problem in precedence.
Any citizen may fly the National flag on land between sunrise and
sunset.
Scout flags may be flown at all times by registered Scout G
from H.Q., camps, etc.
roups,
Except under exceptional circumstances flags should not be
flown when soiled or tattered.
When taking part in gatherings such as Camporees, Youth
Parades, Jamborees, conform to the "Loca1" Flag regulations.


National flags should always be flown at mast head, or from the
gaff. No flag must ever be flown above the National flag.
When the flags of two or more nations are displayed, they are
to be flown from separate staffs of the same height with the host
National flag on the right facing the parade or audience. International
usage forbids the display of the flag of one nation above that of another
nation in time of peace.
On parades, when colours are carried, the National flag is
carried central and in front of massed other colours or on the marching
right in the case of two colours.
When crossed with another flag the National is on the flags r
with staff over that of the other flag. When in church the National flag
should be displayed on the minister's right.
ight
ertically
When placed on a wall, the National flag is hung as though the
staff were on the flags right - (your left facing flag) - when hung v
over a street the top of the flag should be to the East on N .S. streets
and to the North on E.W. streets.
When grouped the National flag is placed in the centre and at
the highest point.
When flying a flag at half mast, first raise it to the mast head
and then slowly bring it down to at least the flag's width from the mast
head. The amount depends on what looks best. To lower a flag at half
mast, raise first to the mast head.
The National flag may, for a special occasion, be left up after
sunset and floodlit.
If the National flag is played down to the National Anthem
halyards should be cleared before the Anthem begins and lowering
should begin on the first beat and continue evenly so that the flag is
"down" exactly on the last beat. This should be achieved without the
"Signalman" looking up to watch the flag and needs a lot of practice. In
this case the Salute will be held for the National Anthem.
When used at unveilings, the National flag should be so
arranged that it may be raised to fly above the subject it veiled.
FLAG BREAK
Scouts will break the National flag from the mast head. The flag
should be prepared as shown in Tenderfoot to Queens Scout and ready
at the mast head prior to the ceremony. The hauling halyard (one
attached to toggle) is made fast to the cleat and the breaking halyard
(one tied to lanyard) is left loose. Person breaking flag stands by staff.




At the command "Troop Alert", he comes to alert and reaches up
with right hand taking hold of breaking lanyard as high as possible.
At command "Troop Salute", he brings right hand smartly down to
his side (thus breaking the flag out) takes a couple of turns round the cleat
with the loose lanyard, walks a predetermined number of paces toward the
troop about turns, salutes and as he comes down from salute so does rest
of troop. He then returns to place.
MAKING COLOURS
Sea Scouts, following nautical custom, may "Make Colours".
The Ship's Company is mustered in the Divisions Formation by t
Duty Boatswain (Troop Leader). This formation is when the troop is form
up in two straight lines, facing each other, by patrols, one or two on each
side of the deck depending on the size of the troop, and spaced about
half the troop hall apart.
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This Division Signal-or Fall-in-is given by the Duty Boatswain by
either recognized Scout Hand signal, by the Morse Code letter D on the
Boatswain's Call, or the regulation 'Fall-in' pipe on the Boatswain's call;
depending on troop practise. The Duty Boatswain then brings the Troop to
the Alert and turns the Troop over to the Duty A.S.M.
Duty A.S.M. "Duty Patrol Leader, Post Signalman to the Ensign".
Duty P.L. "Aye, aye Sir,"-(Pause)-"Signalman- (Pause )-Post".
The Signalman takes one pace back, secures his chin stay, and
doubles to his position on the Quarterdeck. Here he clears the gaff
halyards and makes ready the Ensign.
Duty A.S.M. "Ship's Company facing aft, right and left turn",
Signalman "All halyards clear sir", Duty A.S.M. "Sound Off",
The Duty Patrol Leader then pipes "Colours" on his Bos'ns Call,
while the Signalman makes the colours smartly by running them up flying
free, while all hands make the Scout Salute.
Duty A.S.M. "Ship's Company facing inboard, right and left turn",
"Carryon, Signalman".
The Signalman secures the halyards, salutes the Colours, doubles
to his position one pace behind his patrol, ships his chin-stay, then takes
his place within his patrol.




FLAG LOWERING
It is not necessary to parade for flag down except at end of a
troop meeting or other formal occasions. However, some signal
should .be made so that those present may face flag and stand to
Alert. Lower flag slowly and evenly keeping it close to staff, catch flag
and gather in. Give "Carry on" signal. Remove halyards from flag, tie
ends together and make fast to cleat, roll flag and put away. The
person lowering should not look up to watch flag down but keep eyes
on hands in front of face. Assistant will sound calls and help "Gather
in" flag if necessary. No one salutes at flag down. (See note below)
.Sea Scouts follow a similar procedure, thus:
Signalman in position on the Quarterdeck reports "Halyards
clear, Sir".
Duty A.S.M. "Lower away". The Duty Patrol Leader then
pipes "Colours" on his Bos'ns Call, while the Signalman slowly lowers
the Colours with calm dignity, while all hands stand stiffly at the Alert.
(When taking part in parades with other movements, armed forces,
etc., Scouts will conform to parade instructions.)
PRESENTATION OF COLOURS
Group or section will parade-details to suit local conditions.
The participating body will consist of:-Donor with colour(s)
."New colours may be held by assistant or laid on table.
Scouter or person receiving colour(s).
Colour Party made up of one colour bearer for each colour
and escort (see page 21).
Donor-"It (gives me great pleasure) to present (is my
privilege) these colours to _________________ to be a symbol of the
tradition and honour of _______________ " (after this each colour is
presented separately). Moves forward and hands colour, held
horizontal and furled but not rolled, to Scouter. Scouter turns about,
marches to Colour Party and assists bearer, who is kneeling on right
knee to put colour into socket. Bearer stands up smartly to alert.
Troop salutes and Colour marches off. If more than one colour is
given bearer remains kneeling until last colour is presented when all
stand together.





DEDICATION OF NEW COLOURS
If the colours are to be dedicated it is better for the
presentation to be made after dedication as below.
Details for a dedication service must be worked out in
consultation with the officiating Clergy. The following
concerns only the mechanics of such a service.

The flag(s) may be in place (on the altar) or they may
be paraded up to the altar rail and received by clergy and
placed on altar. The National colour or senior flag should be
placed first on altar on the altar's right (congregation's left)
the others follow but in such a way that the National colour is
not covered and may be lifted off first.
After the dedication the National colour or senior flag
is returned first to the bearer on the congregation's left, the
other to the bearer on the congregation's right. (Thus, at this
stage the colours position is reversed from what is normal.)
Bearers receive colours kneeling on right knee. At the end of
the service colour party turns about and is then in the correct
position.
A Church is a sanctuary, so Escorts are not
necessary.
Colour may be returned in the following manner:-
(i) From Clergy-Donor-Scouter-Bearer
(ii) From Clergy-Scouter-Bearer
(iii) From Clergy-Bearer
(iv) or a clerical train as decided by church.
Dedicated colours must not be paraded without
escort. They must not be flown without escort except in a
chapel or similar sacred place.
PARADING COLOURS
Colour drill-Order at Alert. The Colour pike and the
Colour will be held with the right hand at that part of the pike
reached by the lowest corner of the colour. The pike will be
perpendicular, the bottom of the pike resting on the ground in
line with and against the right toe, the elbow close to the
body. Do not stretch Colour tightly down pike.
At ease and easy. The movements will be normal,
except that the left hand will remain at the side and the
Colour will be kept perpendicular at the right side.



Carry-from the Alert. Raise the Colour to
perpendicular position in front of the body, guiding the
base of the pike into the socket of the Colour belt with the
left hand and keeping the right forearm on the pike for
control. Cut the left hand smartly to the side and at the
same time raise the forearm to the horizontal position. The
right hand will be opposite the centre of the mouth, back
of the hand to the front, wrists and forearm horizontal,
i.e., at right-angles to the pike, which will be held
perpendicular. The corner of the Colour will remain
secure by the right hand.
The Slope from the Carry. 1st Motion-Raise the
Colour just clear of the socket of the Colour belt,
controlling the base of the pike with the left hand.
2nd Motion-Lower the Colour smartly on to the
right shoulder. The angle of the Colour at the slope should
be 45 to the ground, the right elbow close into the side of
the right forearm parallel with the ground. The Colour
should hang over and cover the right shoulder and arm.
The pike should not show between the hand and shoulder,
but should be covered with the end of the Colour.
Carry from the Slope. Raise the Colour off the
right shoulder with the right hand to the position of the
Carry, guiding the base of the pike into the socket of the
colour belt with the left hand.
Order from Carry. 1st Motion-Raise the Colour
and pike just clear of the socket of the colour belt,
controlling the base of the pike with the left hand and
dropping the right forearm on to the pike. 2nd Motion-
Lower the Colour to the position of the order, catching the
pike with the left hand.
To let the Colour fly-from the Carry. Release the
Colour with the right hand and seize the pike again
immediately.
To catch the Colour. Seize the Colour with the
right hand and resume the position of the Carry. Note- The
left hand may be used to assist in catching the Colour in a
high wind.
To lower the Colour at the halt. On the caution
"Royal salute", the Colour will be let fly. 1st Motion- Raise
the Colour pike just clear of the socket of the belt. 2nd
Motion-Lower the Colour .




Carry the Colour well to the right and
lower it with a sweeping motion to a position in
front of and in line with the right toe, the head of
the pike just clear of the ground, the Colour being
spread on the ground and to the right of the pike.
If a strong wind is blowing from the right,
carry the Colour well to the left and lower it with a
sweeping motion to a position in front of and in line
with the right toe, the Colour being spread to the
left of the pike.
The pike should be held under the right
armpit, the back of the hand towards the ground,
and the right elbow close to the body.
Notes-(i) Care must be taken to look
straight to the front when lowering the Colour and
not to follow it with the eyes.
(ii) When the Colour is lowered in wet
weather or when the ground is muddy the pike will
be held horizontally in front of the body and resting
underneath the forearm, the Colour hanging
straight down but not touching the ground.
Carry-from lowering the Colour. 1st Motion- Raise the Colour to the position
of the Carry. 2nd Motion-Catch the Colour; Note-The Colour shall be raised with the
right hand and pressure of the pike under the armpit. The left hand maybe used to guide
the pike into the socket. Care must be taken that the body is not moved to assist the
raising of the Colour.
(i) Colours are normally carried at the slope.
(2) Colours are "At the Carry" only for short periods and for special occasions
such as Parading the Colour, passing a saluting base.
(3) Colours .'Fly Free" only as a salute. Colours are let free and gathered in at
the beginning of the command to the Troop (see p. 19).
(4) The bearer carrying the senior Colour is in charge of and gives orders to the
Colour Party when it is not under parade command.
(5) The National Colour is lowered only to the Queen or her representative (See
P.O.R.).
(6) Scout Colours will be lowered on all occasions when the National Colour is
lowered and in addition to the Chief Scout and Chief Scouts of Foreign
Countries.




(7) A single Colour should have an escort of two who march two paces apart
and two paces to the rear. This comprises the Colour party .
(8) Two Colour8. When two Colours are paraded the National Colour must be
carried on the right. These Colours carry an escort of three. One placed
between the Colours; the other two cover the Colours two paces to the rear.
This comprises the Colour party.
(9) In Scout District Parades it is considered smarter to mass the Scout Colours
rather than have a Scout Colour with each section of each group. If more than
one National Colour is carried these should be massed ahead of Scout Colours.
If one National Colour is carried it will be carried in the centre and ahead of
other colours. In this circumstance it is preferable but not obligatory that it have
an escort of two. Massed Colours do not have an escort.
(10) The colour belt for supporting the Colour is worn over the left shoulder and
should be so adjusted that the socket is level with the groin.

JOINT CHURCH PARADES
At a joint Scout and Guide Church Parade, the Scouter in
charge will have to make and rehearse special plans for bringing
the Colours up to the altar. Much will depend on the shape of the
Church, but the following points should be borne in mind.
1. In the case of joint Church Parades. It is advisable to
detach Colour parties at the entrance of the Church and put them
under the charge of a responsible Leader.
2. A Church is a sanctuary so Escorts are not necessary,
and it may be advisable for them to leave the Bearers on entering
the Church and sit at the back. Cub and Scout hats are not worn in
church by Colour parties.
3. All National Flags in the Parade should be taken up to
the altar before the Troop Colours. and brought down in that order
also.
4. The correct salute for the National Anthem is to let the Colours fly. but if the custom in any
church is to dip the Colours, this may be done. When there are several Colours, they must be
carefully spaced so that there is no risk of their clashing.






TAKING THE SALUTE
When possible the Saluting Base should be on the right of
the parading column. It is necessary to have a marker 10 paces
before the saluting base. As the leader of each Troop or section
passes this marker he gives the command "eyes right" e.g. "1st
Shale Falls Troop...Eyes Right". There is a similar marker 10
paces after the saluting bases. The leader must estimate when the
last file of his Troop is passing this marker before giving the
command "eyes front".
Scouters must remember to keep the left arm steady at
the side while saluting. Scouts must endeavour to keep heads and
eyes at the same angle while their heads are turned and continue
to swing the arms.
The exception to this rule is the leader of the right hand
rank who must continue to look along the line of March to keep the
Troop straight.
Colour bearers let fly at command "1st Shale..." and
retrieve at the same command preceding "Eyes Front". Colour
party does not "Eyes Right" but left hand is kept to side and not
swung.
The person taking the salute at the Saluting Base stands
one pace in front of others. Everyone in uniform salutes as the
National Colour passes. Others stand at alert and males in civilian
dress remove hat. The inspecting officer only will acknowledge the
salute of each section as it passes.
INSPECTIONS
When Scouts are formally inspected by a visitor they
should be formed up in 'open order'-3 paces between ranks or
patrols. They will remain at alert during the inspection. Keep h
up and eyes front. - do not look along the ranks to watch approac
of inspecting party. If spoken to answer clearly but be especially
careful to keep feet, head and hands still-but a smile will not be
amiss. In the case of a large parade it is permissible to call each
rank to the alert just before the 'Inspector' reaches it and to put it
at ease when it has been inspected. This will prevent undue
physical strain on the boys.
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The Colour party will be formed up on the right of the
parade. Colours should be held at the carry during the inspection.
The inspecting party should consist of the Inspecting
Officer followed closely by the Scouter in Charge. If the Inspecting
Officer has Aides, one at least, will precede the inspecting party by
approximately 10 paces. (The Scouter in Charge must be
prepared for any questions from his guest concerning the Scouts
in the parade. He should know of any special awards held by



those present so that they may be pointed out and possibly the holder
introduced.)
Small inspections of a Troop can be conducted with the Troop in horseshoe or
the Patrols in columns.
MOURNING
In uniform, mourning will take the form of a two
inch black crepe ribbon band worn around the left
sleeve midway between elbow and shoulder.
Mourning may be worn by a group for personal
bereavement within that group. Normal length for such
mourning will be one month. On a District or Provincial
basis period of mourning is decided by the respective
commissioners.
National Mourning will only be worn on
instructions from Canadian Headquarters on request of
the Chief Scout.
FUNERALS
When in civies and a funeral passes you always uncover or if in uniform come to
the alert and salute as the cortege passes.
The general arrangements for a Scout funeral are carried out under the direction
of the Scoutmaster, with an A.S.M. in charge of the guard of honour.
The pallbearers, chosen from the Troop, are, if possible, of the same rank as the
deceased. They do not carry staves. The balance of the Troop, with staves reversed
acts as a guard of honour.
The National Colour and Troop Colour are carried, the Troop Colour only
bearing crepe. Tie a large bow in 6" black crepe to the top of the pole immediately below
the badge so that the two ends hang down the length of the flag. They are not gathered
in with the flag. They are borne throughout at the "slope", with the exception noted at the
grave.
At the home or church only the pallbearers enter. The guard of honour forms up
outside, standing easy, in two ranks facing inward, the Q)1our at the outer end; the
National Colour on the right (as facing the street), the Troop Colour on the left.
When the casket appears at the outer door the A.S.M. quietly (or by silent
signal) gives the order" "Alert! Rest on staves!"
When the casket has been borne through and placed in the hearse, the guard of
honour is given "Alert! Right and left turn (into Indian file, facing hearse)!




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When the cortege moves off, the
guard o
The interval between the members of the guard should be the same as that
between
The order of procession then is: Guard of Honour; hearse and pallbearers;
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Arriving at the cemetery, the guard of honour continues to move ahead, and
then tak s
Their duty completed, the pallbearers join their Patrols.
As the ceremony is opened the Troop Colour (not the National Colour) is
dipped.
The Scoutmaster then calls for the salute, and the repeating of the Scout
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At the same time the staves are
brought to the "Secure" (under the right
shoulder, pointing downward). The two
ranks, the National Colour leading one and
the Troop Colour the other, then passes
ahead, on either side of the hearse, and take
up a position some distance in advance.
(This is to make it unnecessary to move
again until the cortege moves.)
Meantime the pallbearers have t
up positions on either side of the hearse
f honour waits until the hearse has
closed up to it when the low command (or
signal) "Forward" is given.
the pallbearers.
an; mourners' car; Scoutmaster; District and Provincial Leaders, any other
Scouts or Troops (without Colours), other motor cars.
es up a horseshoe formation with the opening at the foot of the grave (toward
the east); the flags at the head of the grave, the National Colour on the right, both flags
brought to the "Carry".

. At the last word of the Promise both flags are brought to the "slope". The
then pass, one on either side of the grave, toward the horseshoe opening. Following, the
Troop moves off.