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, members at CFB Cold Lake gathered together inside Hangar 1 for the Christmas Soldiers Dinner. For more on this holiday...
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 end When holidays and breaks should happen How many professional development days there should be The NLPS Calendar...
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 Canadian Armed Forces members use supplements, like creatine and proteins, hoping to enhance physical performance or recovery...
Base Sports Teams Get Modern Look with New Logo Design
Malcolm Hooper poses with his winning design for the new CFB Cold Lake sports logo – Supplied Photo Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake’s sports teams will be donning a brand-new logo, with Malcolm Hooper’s design officially named the winner of the base’s recent logo design competition. The announcement came just before the holiday season, marking a significant milestone for Hooper, who...
Valour Place: An Invaluable Resource for CFB Cold Lake Members in Need of Support
Valour Place – Photo from Facebook/Valour Place When Canadian Armed Forces members and their families face medical challenges that require them to travel to Edmonton, Valour Place stands ready to provide more than just a roof over their heads. This unique facility offers a comforting, home-like refuge for those from CFB Cold Lake and beyond, ensuring they have a safe and welcoming space...
Growing Wellness: CFB Cold Lake Tower Garden Program Sprouts Big Benefits
An example of a Tower Garden at CFB Cold Lake – File Photo Who needs a green thumb when you’ve got a Tower Garden? At Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake, the 4 Wing Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Health Promotion team’s UGrow program is proving that anyone can cultivate fresh produce, herbs, and flowers indoors—all while reaping big health benefits. These vertical aeroponic gardens are...
Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) 100: A Year to Remember
Toonie – The Royal Canadian Mint’s unveiled a $2 circulation coin, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the RCAF. It features iconic aircraft flown by RCAF personnel over the past century. The coin was officially released on September 18, 2024, at a ceremony held at 17 Wing in Winnipeg, Manitoba – Photo: RCAF 2024. April 1, 2024, marked the Centennial of the Royal Canadian...
Celebrate Excellence in Sports: 4 Wing Sports Awards Nominations Open
File Photo The 4 Wing Sports Awards are back, providing a platform to honor the exceptional athletic talent and dedication within the CFB Cold Lake community. This annual tradition recognizes athletes, coaches, officials, and teams who have demonstrated remarkable achievements in the past calendar year. The awards feature five categories: Athlete of the Year Coach of the Year Official of the...
The Courier News Turns 70: Celebrating Seven Decades of Stories, History, and Community
The new commemorative logo marking the 70th Anniversary of the Courier News – Supplied Photo As Canadian Armed Forces Base Cold Lake welcomes 2025, it marks a significant milestone for one of its most cherished institutions—the Courier News. Celebrating its 70th anniversary, this publication has been a reliable source of news and stories for both the military community and Cold Lake...
In the Headlines: Courier News’ Memorable Moments from 2024
Stock Photo In 2024, Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake celebrated two major milestones: the 70th anniversary of the base and the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force. The year was marked by exceptional events, including a memorable Cold Lake Air Show and numerous community initiatives that strengthened the bond between the base and the surrounding area. These milestones not only...