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A Morning of Halloween Magic Coming to the MACC
Stock Photo Little spooky guests are about to invade the Mackenzie Arts & Community Centre (MACC) for a morning of Halloween fun! On Saturday, October 31, from 9 a.m. to noon, little ghosts, goblins, witches and other costumed creatures are invited to drop by the...
CFB Wainwright Support Fund offers financial assistance to affected military families
Supplied Photo A new fund has been established to provide immediate financial assistance to Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members and families affected by the recent tragedy at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Wainwright. Support Our Troops and True Patriot Love have...
In Photos: Fire Prevention Week 2026 at CFB Cold Lake
Sparky the dog waves to vehicles coming onto base to mark the beginning of Fire Prevention Week at 4 Wing and CFB Cold Lake on October 5, 2026. All photos by Corporal Connie Valin, Canadian Armed Forces photo Fire Prevention Week reinforced the importance of fire...
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...
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...
Cold Lake Haunt returns for 13th year, supporting Valour Place
File Photo The Cold Lake Haunt is set to return, offering families a Halloween experience while raising funds for an organization supporting military families. Now in its 13th year, the volunteer-run event welcomed 1,022 visitors through its haunted maze last year and...
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...
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...
Arctic partnerships strengthened during Operation ARCTIC VANGUARD
Three United States Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter jets fly alongside a Royal Canadian Air Force CC-130H towards Greenland during Operation ARCTIC VANGUARD 26, on September 16, 2026. Operation ARCTIC VANGUARD is an air defense operation under the direction of...
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...







