2026 Remembrance Day Sentry Program participants announced
535 participants take part in CAF Sports Day at CFB Cold Lake
Canadian Armed Forces Provides Update on Incident at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright
Statement from the Canadian Forces Provost Marshal on the Ongoing Investigation into the Incident at CFB Wainwright
4 Wing PSP hosts Hero Workout to honour Fallen Warrant Officer
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2026 Remembrance Day Sentry Program participants announced
On November 11, the 12 members selected for the Program will, depending on their role, stand vigil or be in attendance at the National War Memorial during the Remembrance Day ceremony - Supplied Photo The Chief of the Defence Staff, General Jennie Carignan, has...
535 participants take part in CAF Sports Day at CFB Cold Lake
Participants compete in a hockey game during CAF Sports Day at CFB Cold Lake on Oct. 16, 2026 - All photos/video by Mike Marshall/ The Courier News Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Sports Day brought members of the 4 Wing and Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake community...
Canadian Armed Forces Provides Update on Incident at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright
File Photo Following the tragic fire incident at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright on October 17, 2026, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) remains focused on supporting injured members, their families, and all those impacted by this devastating event. As recovery and care...
Statement from the Canadian Forces Provost Marshal on the Ongoing Investigation into the Incident at CFB Wainwright
File Photo On behalf of the Canadian Forces Military Police, I extend my sincere condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of those affected by this tragic incident. The Military Police investigation remains ongoing. Investigators continue to examine all...
4 Wing PSP hosts Hero Workout to honour Fallen Warrant Officer
The “Patrice” Hero Workout, hosted by 4 Wing Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Fitness and Sports on Tuesday, Oct. 20, inside the Col J.J. Parr Sports Centre - All photos by Mike Marshall / The Courier News Sixteen participants took part in the “Patrice” Hero Workout...
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...