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Packers Win 2025 CAF Sports Canada West Regional Championship
Supplied Photo The Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake Packers Mens Hockey Team emerged victorious at the 2025 Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Sports Canada West Regional Hockey Championship, securing the title with a hard-fought 3-2 win over CFB Edmonton in the finals...

The Courier News Through the Decades – The Fifties
The Courier News Through the Decades is brought to you by:As The Courier News celebrates its 70th anniversary, we’re taking a trip down memory lane with a running feature that will explore the stories and moments that shaped each decade of our publication’s history....

Club 41 to Host Ultimate Super Bowl Party on February 9
Supplied Photo Football fans at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake won’t have to travel far to experience the excitement of Super Bowl Sunday, as the 4 Wing Messes and Club 41 are set to host a high-energy viewing party on February 9. Open to all ranks and their...

Defence Team Champion for Racialized Persons Message: Black History Month 2025
Supplied Photo As we welcome Black History Month 2025, I am humbled to share this message with you for the third year in my role as Champion for Racialized Persons. This opportunity has been a profound privilege, allowing me to reflect, learn, and contribute to the...

Looking for Indoor Fun? Check Out Open Play at CFB Cold Lake!
Families at CFB Cold Lake enjoy the Open Play area at the Mackenzie Arts and Community Centre - File Photo For families at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake seeking engaging activities for their young children, the 4 Wing Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Open Play...

The Power of Financial Literacy
Stock Photo Financial literacy isn’t just a buzzword. Knowing more about money makes a big difference in how you handle it. Feeling financially secure affects more than your wallet—it affects your happiness, your job performance, and your health. Imagine the freedom...

CFB Cold Lake Men’s Basketball Team Battles to Semi-Final at Regional Championships
The CFB Cold Lake Men's Basketball Team - Supplied Photo The Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake Men’s Basketball team put in a strong performance at the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Sports Regional Championships held at CFB Moose Jaw from January 19th to 24th. During...

Oilers Honour Canadian Armed Forces with CAF Appreciation Night
Canadian Armed Forces-inspired memorabilia on display during the Edmonton Oilers' Canadian Armed Forces Appreciation Night on January 21st, celebrating the dedication and service of Canada's military personnel - Photo from the Edmonton Oilers / Instagram The Edmonton...

4 Wing Cold Lake Increased Air Traffic – Public Affairs
A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber lands at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Jan. 16, 2018 - U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Richard P. Ebensberger Residents of Cold Lake and the surrounding Lakeland area may notice an increase in air traffic on...

Love is in the air at CFB Cold Lake: Valentine’s Dinner Date Night!
Stock Photo Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with an elegant evening hosted by the 4 Wing Messes at the Warrant Officers’ & Sergeants’ Mess on Friday, February 14th. Open to all ranks and Defence Team members, this exclusive event promises to make your...

Starting 2025 on a high note – Introducing new leave entitlement for Canadian Armed Forces members
Stock Photo Starting in April 2025, as part of the modernization of QR&O Chapter 16 (Leave) along with articles 9.09 and 9.10 (Exemption from Duty and Training for maternity and/or parental purposes), significant updates to Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) leave...

Photo Gallery: 2024 CFB Cold Lake Soldiers Dinner
Aviator (Avr) Jacob Wiwchar carves the turkey as Honorary Avr Col Mark Hickey, 4 Wing Wing Commander during the Soldier's Dinner held in 1 Hangar at 4 Wing Cold Lake December 18, 2024 - All Photos by Sergeant Owen W. Budge, 4 Wing Cold Lake Imaging On December 18th,...

NLPS Wants Your Input on the School Calendar
Stock Photo Northern Lights Public Schools (NLPS) is asking for your help in planning the 2025-2026 school calendar. A short survey is now open for parents, students, and staff to share their thoughts. The survey covers topics like: When the school year should start...

And the winners of the 2024 CAF Imagery Contest are…
Stock Photo The winners of the 57th Annual Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Imagery Contest have been announced! Photographs were submitted from across the country for the categories of Military Community Life, Military Operations, and Canadian Pride. Submissions were...

Strengthening the Forces: Supplements to enhance physical performance – what you need to know for your health and safety
Sailor First Class Michael Moores, a Naval Combat Information Operator, leads a Tabata workout class aboard HMCS CALGARY, in the Indian Ocean during Operation PROJECTION, on June 24, 2021 - Photo credit: Corporal Lynette Ai Dang, Canadian Armed Forces Photo Many...