4 Wing Cold Lake Increased Air Traffic: Public Affairs
File Photo Residents of Cold Lake may notice an increase in air traffic from April 11 to May 16 including CH-47 Chinooks and CH-146 Griffons conducting training. This movement is part of the Advanced Tactical Aviation Course, an intensive program that prepares aircrew to plan and execute complex missions in modern operational environments. 4 Wing is always mindful of our Lakeland community...
CFB Cold Lake Packers Reflect on a Stellar Season of Teamwork and Resilience
File Photo The 2024/25 season for the Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake Packers Men’s Hockey Team was a testament to the power of unity, dedication, selflessness and sportsmanship. While the season culminated in both triumph and heartbreak, it was the spirit of the team—the unwavering commitment to each other—that defined their journey. A Season Built on Team Values and Cohesion As...
4 Wing Fitness and Sports Program Designing New Display for Cold Lake Museums
File Photo The 4 Wing Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Fitness and Sports team is embarking on an exciting new project—designing a historical display to be showcased at the Cold Lake Museums. This initiative aims to highlight the evolution of fitness and sports within the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), tracing its impact from the early 20th century to the present day. The display is still in its...
Stepping Stones Crisis Society to Open New Facility in Cold Lake This Fall
Photo from The Stepping Stones Society / Facebook In a press release issued on March 31st, Stepping Stones Crisis Society announced the upcoming opening of its new 50,000-square-foot facility at 5305 47 Street, Cold Lake, bringing all its programs under one roof. The Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will take place on September 6, 2025, at 10:30 a.m., followed by an Open House for the...
4 Wing Chaplain’s Office Relocating to CANEX Mall Annex
The newly renovated annex of the CANEX Mall at CFB Cold Lake, now home to the 4 Wing Chaplains and other offices – Photo by Mike Marshall / The Courier News The 4 Wing Chaplain’s Office is on the move. As of March 31st, the office will now be located inside the annex of the CANEX Mall, providing a more accessible and welcoming space for the Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake community. ...
Courier Connections with the Cold Lake Air Force Museum – Episode 2
Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake Personnel Encouraged to Share Their Stories with The Memory Project
File Photo Members and veterans of Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake are invited to share their military experiences through The Memory Project, a volunteer speakers bureau that arranges for veterans and Canadian Forces members to share their stories of military service at school and community events across the country. An initiative of Historica Canada, The Memory Project aims to connect...
Padre’s Ponderings: Character
Stock Image A number of years ago, my CO at 1 Svc Bn forwarded to me a speech and mess dinner prayer written and delivered by a friend of mine (yes, I have friends). Unlike me, he likes people and is a very good chaplain (according to some sr NCOs whom I could name but won’t, I am “not a real padre.” Yes, they’ve actually said this to my face! Can you believe the temerity, the gall, the...
Cold Lake Firefighters Compete in Inaugural Tactical Firefighter Games
Participants in the inaugural Tactical Firefighter Games pose with 4 Wing Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Fitness Coordinator Hannah Penn (left) and Fitness and Sports Instructor Brett Mitchelmore (right) – All Photos Supplied On March 24, 2025, three members of the 4 Wing Firehall, Master Corporal Tyler Lawrence, Master Corporal Justin Normington, and Corporal Leo Bonilla, participated...
Photo Gallery: International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination event at CFB Cold Lake
Captain Nicole Shields Speaks about their experiences at International Day of the Elimination of Racial Discrimination in the 4 Wing Theatre, 4 Wing Cold Lake, Alberta on 14 March 2025 – All photos by Aviator Angus Crosby-Smith, Royal Canadian Air Force Imagery Technician On March 14th, CFB Cold Lake-based members took part in a discussion at the 4 Wing Theatre to mark the International...
