In Photos: 2026 Remembrance Day ceremony in Cold Lake
4 Wing Military Family Resource Centre Society Announces Transition of Military Family Services Programs
Mission Code invites youth to explore game design and coding
Virginia Hicks named Canada’s 2026 National Silver Cross Mother
Cold Lake Remembrance Day Ceremony to Take Place November 11
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In Photos: 2026 Remembrance Day ceremony in Cold Lake
Members of 4 Wing and CFB Cold Lake, veterans and community members gathered at Imperial Oil Place Arena at the Cold Lake Energy Centre on Nov. 11 to mark Remembrance Day - All photos by Mike Marshall / The Courier News Members of 4 Wing and Canadian Forces Base...
4 Wing Military Family Resource Centre Society Announces Transition of Military Family Services Programs
File Photo The Board of Directors of the 4 Wing Military Family Resource Centre Society (MFRCS) is announcing a change to the administration of family services in Cold Lake. Effective January 1, 2027, the delivery, governance, and administration of the Military Family...
Mission Code invites youth to explore game design and coding
Supplied Photo Military-connected youth interested in technology, gaming and coding can take part in the upcoming Mission Code program, a free online initiative designed to introduce participants to the world of digital game development. Offered through Canadian...
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 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...