Photo Gallery: National Public Service Appreciation Week BBQ at CFB Cold Lake
4 Wing’s National Public Service Week appreciation BBQ held at Club 41, Cold Lake, Alberta on June 24, 2026 – All photos from Master Sailor Erica Bry, 4 Wing Imaging National Public Service Week is an annual celebration recognizing the dedication and contributions of federal public servants whose work supports Canadians and the Government of Canada every day. Created in 1992, the week is...
Expanded Bus Service Through RHU Area Returns for 2026 Cold Lake Air Show
A map outlining the RHU shuttle service available during the 2026 Cold Lake Air Show. (Supplied Photo) Getting to the 2026 Cold Lake Air Show will once again be easier thanks to a returning shuttle service designed to help visitors reach the event safely and conveniently. The overall transportation plan remains similar to previous years, with shuttle buses transporting passengers from designated...
Summer 2026 Fire Prevention Message- “Stay alert. Prevent fires. Protect what matters this summer”
Stock Photo Stay Fire Safe This Summer Warmer weather brings more time outdoors—but it also increases the risk of fire. Whether at home, on base, at work or in the community, simple precautions can prevent serious incidents. Outdoor Safety Keep barbecues at least one metre (3 ft) away from buildings, decks, and vegetation. Never leave a barbecue or outdoor fire unattended Fully extinguish...
Emergency Response Exercise for 4 Wing Cold Lake: Public Affairs
File Photo On 7 July, 4 Wing will be conducting an Emergency Response exercise within the Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake area. This scenario will depict an on-base emergency situation and will involve potential cordoning of the back road leading to the base (leading to highway 55) from approximately 10:30 until 13:30. The scenario is for training purposes and no elements of the scenario are...
RV Owners Asked to Move Vehicles from Long-Term Parking
Supplied Photo Good day, 4 Wing and CFB Cold Lake members, Ref: WSO 13.01 PSP 4 WG RECREATIONAL VEHICLE COMPOUND SOPs Please note that all Recreational vehicles, boats and trailers, as well as any other vehicles that are not PMVs, must be removed from the Long-Term Parking lot near the MFRC (Map attached) by Tuesday September 8th, 2026. The Long-Term parking lot is meant to be vehicle parking...
Cold Lake Air Show organizers answer some of the most frequently asked questions
Visitors enter the 2024 Cold Lake Air Show through the massive U.S. Air Force C-5 Galaxy, one of the largest military transport aircraft in the world – Photo by Mike Marshall / The Courier News. With the 2026 Cold Lake Air Show just around the corner, organizers are reminding visitors to make a plan before heading to Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake. Thousands of spectators from across...
Cold Lake set to celebrate Canada Day with full day of festivities
Supplied Photo Residents of Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake and the surrounding community are invited to celebrate Canada Day on Wednesday, July 1, as the City of Cold Lake hosts a full day of activities at Kinosoo Beach. The celebrations begin with a parade before moving to Kinosoo Beach, where visitors can enjoy family-friendly entertainment throughout the day. The festivities will...
New Dependant Medical Clinic Opens at CFB Cold Lake
4 Wing and Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake Commander Colonel Mark Hickey (left) and 4 Wing and CFB Cold Lake Chief Warrant Officer Carlos Oliveira (right) join representatives from the Cold Lake Primary Care Network (PCN) to officially open the new PCN clinic inside the CANEX Mall at CFB Cold Lake on June 23. All photos by Mike Marshall / The Courier News. Military families at Canadian...
4 Wing Families Celebrate Father’s Day with Giant Games and BBQ
Supplied Photo More than 130 community members gathered to celebrate Father’s Day at a massive, energy-filled backyard bash designed for the military families of 4 Wing Cold Lake. The event offered a perfect blend of high-energy competition, classic summer treats, and vital community connection. Feast and Festivities Families enjoyed a classic summer spread featuring a live barbecue, sweet...
More aircraft and displays announced for the 2026 Cold Lake Air Show
Photo taken in support of the 2022 Cold Lake Air Show on July 16, 2022, 4 Wing Cold Lake, Alberta – Image by Aviator Alisa Strelley, 4 Wing Imaging The 2026 Cold Lake Air Show will give aviation enthusiasts another opportunity to get up close with some impressive aircraft, with even more additions confirmed for an already stellar static display lineup. While the flying program will bring...