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So Long, Sinners
A picture of Major Howard Rittenhouse giving the opening prayer for Cold Lake's Remembrance Day Ceremony on November 11, 2022. We at the Courier News wish him the fondest of farewells. Photo: Aviator Conor R.G. Munn, Canadian Armed Forces Imagery Technician It will...
A Career in Motion: Cold Lake Museums Exhibit Brings CAF Fitness History Full Circle for Local Instructor
Josey Yearley, 4 Wing PSP Fitness and Sports Instructor at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake. — Supplied Photo A recently completed exhibit at the Cold Lake Museums is offering visitors a look back at the evolution of fitness, sport, and recreation in the Canadian...
Thank You for your efforts at the Wing Change of Command
4 Wing Change of Command ceremony from Brigadier-General Mark Hickey, outgoing 4 Wing Commander, to Colonel Tim Woods, incoming 4 Wing Commander, at 4 Wing Cold Lake, Alberta, on 22 July 2026. Photo by: Corporal Gabe Honsinger-Lefebvre, Canadian Armed Forces Imagery...
Photo Gallery: Kinosoo Camp visits 4 Wing and CFB Cold Lake
Aviator Abygale Hurst (Right) shows a child from the Kinosoo Summer Camp how to use a fire hose at the fire hall during a visit to 4 Wing Cold Lake Alberta, 09 July, 2026 - All photos by Corporal Gabriel Honsinger-Lefebvre, Canadian Armed Forces Photo Kids and staff...
Aqua Days set to make a splash at Kinosoo Beach
Supplied Photo Summer fun continues in Cold Lake as Aqua Days returns to Kinosoo Beach this weekend. The annual celebration is scheduled for August 1st and features activities for all ages. Visitors can look forward to a wide variety of attractions throughout the day,...
New Childcare Spaces Open at 4 Wing MFRCS
Guests, including then-4 Wing and Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake Commander Colonel Mark Hickey, 4 Wing Chief Warrant Officer Carlos Oliveira, Cold Lake Mayor Bob Mattice, and representatives from the 4 Wing Military Family Resource Centre Society (MFRCS),...
Canadian Armed Forces conduct Operation LATITUDE to strengthen Allied multi-domain operations in northern waters
File Photo The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) is conducting Operation LATITUDE, a recurring operation that demonstrates Canada’s ability to operate routinely and effectively alongside allied forces in northern waters, including the Bering Sea. Operation LATITUDE forms...
4 Wing welcomes new Wing Commander during Change of Command Ceremony
(Front row, from left) Colonel Tim Woods, incoming Commander of 4 Wing; Major-General Chris McKenna, Commander of 1 Canadian Air Division (CAD); Brigadier-General Mark Hickey, outgoing Commander of 4 Wing and CFB Cold Lake; 4 Wing Chief Warrant Officer Carlos...
2026 Cold Lake Air Show soars to success
Gregory “Wired” Colyer of Ace Maker Airshows thrills the crowd in his Lockheed T-33 Shooting Star during Sunday's flying display at the 2026 Cold Lake Air Show. Photo by Mike Marshall / The Courier News The 2026 Cold Lake Air Show took flight last weekend, drawing...
Photo Gallery: 2026 Cold Lake Air Show
The 2026 Cold Lake Air Show soared over Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake on July 18 and 19, drawing large crowds for an unforgettable weekend of spectacular aerial performances, impressive static displays, and more! Our camera was there to capture the action. Here's a...
Cold Lake Air Show releases 2026 traffic plan to help visitors arrive with ease
Supplied Photo With thousands of spectators expected to attend the 2026 Cold Lake Air Show on July 18 and 19, organizers are encouraging visitors to review the official traffic plan before heading to Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake. The traffic management plan...
Unpiloted Aerial Systems restrictions during the Cold Lake Air Show 2026
Stock Image The Cold Lake Air Show would like to inform the Lakeland community that operating drones is prohibited during the Cold Lake Air Show, which will run from 17 to 19 July from the hours of 11:00 a.m to 4:30 p.m MDT at 4 Wing Cold Lake, Alta. This includes but...
Canadian soldier of the First World War laid to rest in France
A funeral procession escorts the casket of First World War soldier Private Albert (Bert) Henry Detmold to his final resting place at Loos British Cemetery in Loos-en-Gohelle, France, on July 9, 2026. Private Detmold served with the 107th (Timber Wolf) Battalion and...
Photo Gallery: National Public Service Appreciation Week BBQ at CFB Cold Lake
4 Wing’s National Public Service Week appreciation BBQ held at Club 41, Cold Lake, Alberta on June 24, 2026 - All photos from Master Sailor Erica Bry, 4 Wing Imaging National Public Service Week is an annual celebration recognizing the dedication and contributions of...
Expanded Bus Service Through RHU Area Returns for 2026 Cold Lake Air Show
A map outlining the RHU shuttle service available during the 2026 Cold Lake Air Show. (Supplied Photo) Getting to the 2026 Cold Lake Air Show will once again be easier thanks to a returning shuttle service designed to help visitors reach the event safely and...








