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Canadian Armed Forces to rebalance overseas operations, close several international missions
Corporal Shantz Hallman, a member of the Multinational Force and Observers (MFO), stands guard during a training exercise at the MFO South Camp in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt during Operation CALUMET on March 27, 2019 - Photo: Sergeant Vincent Carbonneau, Canadian Forces...
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...
2026 Cold Lake Air Show set to welcome aviation fans from across the region
Spectators enjoy the 2022 Cold Lake Air Show at CFB Cold Lake. Photo: Master Corporal Arthur Ark, Image Data Systems (IDS), Aerospace Engineering Test Establishment (AETE). The countdown is almost over. This weekend, 4 Wing and Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake...
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...
Summer 2026 Fire Prevention Message- “Stay alert. Prevent fires. Protect what matters this summer”
Stock Photo Stay Fire Safe This Summer Warmer weather brings more time outdoors—but it also increases the risk of fire. Whether at home, on base, at work or in the community, simple precautions can prevent serious incidents. Outdoor Safety Keep barbecues at least one...
Emergency Response Exercise for 4 Wing Cold Lake: Public Affairs
File Photo On 7 July, 4 Wing will be conducting an Emergency Response exercise within the Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake area. This scenario will depict an on-base emergency situation and will involve potential cordoning of the back road leading to the base...
CAF members with children aged 12 and under: Help improve child care in your community
Supplied Photo Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members with children aged 12 and under have an opportunity to help inform child care services in their local communities. By completing the Child Care Needs Assessment, you can share your experience and help identify gaps in...
RV Owners Asked to Move Vehicles from Long-Term Parking
Supplied Photo Good day, 4 Wing and CFB Cold Lake members, Ref: WSO 13.01 PSP 4 WG RECREATIONAL VEHICLE COMPOUND SOPs Please note that all Recreational vehicles, boats and trailers, as well as any other vehicles that are not PMVs, must be removed from the Long-Term...
Cold Lake Air Show organizers answer some of the most frequently asked questions
Visitors enter the 2024 Cold Lake Air Show through the massive U.S. Air Force C-5 Galaxy, one of the largest military transport aircraft in the world - Photo by Mike Marshall / The Courier News. With the 2026 Cold Lake Air Show just around the corner, organizers are...









