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The Conductor of the Skies: Inside the Air Boss Role at the Cold Lake Air Show
Major Erick “Hom” O’Connor (second from the right) at the 2018 Cold Lake Air Show - File Photo Few roles at an air show are as central as that of the Air Boss. For Major Erick “Hom” O’Connor, the current Director of Air Operations for the Cold Lake Air Show and a...
Artemis II Mission Returns Safely to Earth, Marking Historic Milestone for Canadian Astronaut Jeremy Hansen
CSA (Canadian Space Agency) astronaut Jeremy Hansen, Artemis II mission specialist is assisted off the flight deck after arriving aboard USS John P. Murtha after he and fellow crewmates NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, commander; Victor Glover, pilot; and Christina Koch,...
F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team Returns to the Cold Lake Air Show
A Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor performs during the 2022 Cold Lake Air Show. (File photo) Few aircraft command attention quite like the F-22 Raptor, and in 2026, the United States Air Force F-22 Demonstration Team is set to once again bring its unmatched performance to...
Fueling Readiness: Nutrition’s role in performance and recovery
Supplied Photo Nutrition is a capability that facilitates personnel preparation, performance, and recovery. It is essential to achieve a well-trained, motivated, and supported Defence Team, capable to sustain operations for as long as possible, critical to meet the...
Priority 1 RV Compound Renewals Now Open at CFB Cold Lake
File Photo If you store your RV or trailer at the 4 Wing RV Compound, it’s time to start thinking about renewals. Priority 1 renewals will take place from April 6 to April 19, 2026, marking the first step in this year’s renewal process. The RV Compound has been...
Photo Gallery: Celebrating Oil Country visit to CFB Cold Lake
Hunter, the Edmonton Oilers mascot, flexes on top of a CF-188 Hornet at 1 Hangar, 4 Wing Cold Lake, Alberta, on 24 March 2026 - All photos courtesy of Master Sailor Erica Bry, Canadian Armed Forces Photo On March 24, members of the Edmonton Oilers Alumni and the...
Small everyday actions: 2SLGBTQI+ Defence Team Champion Message on International Transgender Day of Visibility
Stock Photo On Transgender Day of Visibility, observed annually on March 31, we recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of the transgender, non‑binary, and gender‑diverse members of our Defence Team community. They are an integral part of the Defence Team and...
Joint Operations Symposium
Supplied Photo The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Joint Operations Symposium (JOS) brings together senior defence and national security leaders to examine specific operational challenges and explore potential solutions to ensure the CAF remains fit for purpose, ready for...
Hop Into Spring is coming to Mackenzie Arts & Community Centre this Saturday
Supplied Photo Families in Cold Lake are invited to shake off the winter blues and welcome the new season at a special spring-themed event happening this weekend. The 4 Wing Community Recreation team, part of 4 Wing Personnel Support Programs (PSP), is hosting Hop...
Celebrate Aviation and 130 Years of Trucks at the 2026 Cold Lake Air Show
Supplied Photo Ever dreamed of seeing your own aircraft on display at one of Canada’s premier air shows? The Cold Lake Air Show is once again inviting aircraft owners and aviation enthusiasts to apply for a spot in this year’s Static Display. Selected participants...
Oilers bringing Celebrating Oil Country spotlight to Cold Lake with stop planned at CFB Cold Lake
Supplied Photo Cold Lake is set to take the spotlight later this month as the Edmonton Oilers named the community their 2026 Celebrating Oil Country feature city. For those at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake, the visit will include a stop here. The annual...
Registration Now Open for 2026 PSP Summer Camps at CFB Cold Lake
Supplied Photo Registration is now open for the 2026 Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Summer Camps at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake, offering children of Canadian Armed Forces and Defence Team members an exciting way to spend the summer. Designed to keep kids...
4 Wing to Host Event for International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
File Photo Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake will mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (IDERD) with a special event at the 4 Wing Theatre on March 20, 2026. Observed annually on March 21, IDERD serves as a global reminder that...
Canada Invests in Sovereign Space Launch Capability
Stock Photo Canada is taking steps toward launching satellites from its own territory following a new federal investment aimed at strengthening the country’s access to space. On March 16, the Honourable David McGuinty announced that the Government of Canada will...
Activate your Francophonie: A collective effort across the Defence Team
Stock Photo Dear Defence Team, March 20 is International Day of La Francophonie. And the theme of this year’s Les Rendez vous de la Francophonie—Activate your Francophonie—calls on us all to take part. Regardless of our accent or skill level in French, we can all take...








