Virginia Hicks named Canada’s 2026 National Silver Cross Mother
Cold Lake Remembrance Day Ceremony to Take Place November 11
A first spacewalk in the books for Canadian Space Agency astronaut Joshua Kutryk
A Morning of Halloween Magic Coming to the MACC
CFB Wainwright Support Fund offers financial assistance to affected military families
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Virginia Hicks named Canada’s 2026 National Silver Cross Mother
Mrs. Virginia Hicks, Canada’s 2026 National Silver Cross Mother - Supplied Photo Mrs. Virginia Hicks has been named Canada’s 2026 National Silver Cross Mother. The National Silver Cross Mother is chosen by the Royal Canadian Legion from nominations made by Legion...
Cold Lake Remembrance Day Ceremony to Take Place November 11
The Honour Guard stands at the cenotaph inside the Energy Centre in 2024 - File Photo Cold Lake residents will once again gather to mark Remembrance Day on Wednesday, November 11, during a ceremony hosted by The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 211 and...
A first spacewalk in the books for Canadian Space Agency astronaut Joshua Kutryk
Joshua Kutryk during his first spacewalk, during which a new solar array was installed to increase the International Space Station's power generation capacity. (Credit: NASA/CSA) On October 29, 2026, Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Colonel Joshua Kutryk marked a...
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...
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...