Update: Four Canadian Armed Forces members killed during training in CFB Wainwright
Incident at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright
Wayne Poulson to receive national CAF Sports award for more than 30 years of service
Canadian Armed Forces members to begin wearing Remembrance Day poppy on October 24
Cold Lake roots inspire science-fiction author Stephanie Young
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Update: Four Canadian Armed Forces members killed during training in CFB Wainwright
File Photo It is with profound sadness that the Canadian Armed Forces confirms that four of our members lost their lives during a fire-related training incident at CFB Wainwright at approximately 4 p.m. MDT on October 17, 2026. The members confirmed killed during this...
Incident at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright
File Photo A fire ignited within the training area of Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Wainwright, Alberta, at approximately 4:00 p.m. (local time) on October 17, 2026. The fire spread rapidly beyond the boundaries of the training area, while military and civilian emergency...
Wayne Poulson to receive national CAF Sports award for more than 30 years of service
Referee Wayne Poulson (right) chats with a hockey player during a CAF Sports Day at 4 Wing in CFB Cold Lake - File Photo A familiar face in sports around 4 Wing and Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake is receiving an honour. Wayne Poulson will be recognized...
Canadian Armed Forces members to begin wearing Remembrance Day poppy on October 24
Photo from the Royal Canadian Legion Starting this year, Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members will wear the poppy on all uniforms from October 24 to November 11, aligning with changes in the Royal Canadian Legion’s National Poppy Campaign. Previously, CAF members...
Cold Lake roots inspire science-fiction author Stephanie Young
Stephanie N Young’s novel, Eclipse of Empires - Supplied Photo Stephanie N Young's connection to Cold Lake began long before she became a published author. Young grew up in the area after her family moved to Cold Lake in 1996, when her father was serving in the...
Minister highlights defence investments in Alberta during visit to CFB Edmonton
Minister of National Defence David J. McGuinty speaks during a visit to CFB Edmonton on Oct. 7, 2026, as Alberta Premier Danielle Smith looks on. Photo courtesy of David J. McGuinty/X. The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, visited Canadian...
Sass Jordan, former 417 Squadron Honorary Colonel, dies at 65
Sass Jordan poses for her official photograph as Honorary Colonel of 417 Squadron at CFB Cold Lake. Canadian Armed Forces / File Photo Canadian rock singer and songwriter Sass Jordan, who served as an Honorary Colonel of 417 Squadron at 4 Wing and Canadian Forces Base...
4 Wing community gathers for Indigenous Cultural Sharing event
Warrant Officer Dana Janvier and Warrant Officer John McArthur help to raise the Residential School Survivors flag while 4 Wing Commander Colonel Tim Woods, 4 Wing Vice Wing Commander Colonel Laura Gagne and Agnes Gendron look on during the Indigenous Cultural Sharing...
Fire Prevention Week brings fire safety focus to CFB Cold Lake
4 Wing Fire Service members pose outside of the CANEX during Fire Prevention Week at CFB Cold Lake in 2024 - File Photo Fire Prevention Week begins Sunday, Oct. 4, bringing a renewed focus on fire safety and prevention, including activities planned at Canadian Forces...
Photo Gallery: 4 Wing MFRCS brings military families together for day of activities
Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake families enjoy the Military Family Appreciation Day event on September 19th - All photos by Brittany Poisson / 4 Wing MFRCS The 4 Wing Military Family Resource Centre Society (MFRCS) brought military families together on Sept. 19...
Remembering the Battle of Britain
Corporal Alexandra Miniely of 4 Wing Cold Lake guards the cenotaph during the Battle of Britain Parade at Veterans Memorial Park in Cold Lake, Alberta, 20 September 2026 - All Photos from Corporal Gabriel Honsinger-Lefebvre, Canadian Armed Forces Photo Military...
New Fortis fitness platform brings CAF training resources to members’ phones
Supplied Photo Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members now have access to a new physical performance platform designed to bring fitness and wellness resources together in one place. Fortis is a new fitness and wellness app developed for CAF members, providing access to...
Indigenous Cultural Sharing event planned for CFB Cold Lake ahead of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
The site of the 2025 Indigenous Cultural Sharing event at CFB Cold Lake. — File Photo An Indigenous Cultural Sharing event will be held at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake on Sept. 29. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the area between Col J.J....
Sports, fitness and fun on the schedule for CAF Sports Day
Hockey during CAF Sports Day in 2025 at CFB Cold Lake – Photo provided by 4 Wing Imaging Members of the 4 Wing and Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake community will have the opportunity to get active, try something new and connect with others during Canadian Armed...
Avionics Systems Technician selected as national judge at Skills Canada Competition
Master Corporal Sarah Cunningham stands beside a training aid as part of the aerospace technology competition at the Skills Canada Nationals Competition, in Toronto, Ontario, on May 28, 2026. Competitors performed a variety of tasks, including electrical...