410 Squadron Takes Top Honours at 4 Wing Messes Festival of Trees
Photos courtesy of the 4 Wing Messes (via Facebook), with additional images by Mike Marshall / The Courier News. The 4 Wing Messes Festival of Trees has officially wrapped up for the season, with winners announced following weeks of holiday cheer, creativity, and friendly competition. Beginning December 5, members of the Cold Lake military community were invited to Club 41 to view a festive...
Travelling Afghanistan Exhibit and Film Screening Coming to Cold Lake This Weekend
Photo from Combined Forces Production Collaborative / Facebook A national touring exhibit and documentary film focused on Canada’s military mission in Afghanistan will be on display at the Cold Lake Energy Centre this weekend. From January 9 to 11, the Cold Lake Energy Centre will host the travelling exhibit “Mission: Afghanistan,” alongside screenings of the documentary film “Fallen Heroes…...
Royal Canadian Legion Celebrates 100 Years — Cold Lake Branch Welcomes New Members
Photo from the Royal Canadian Legion / Facebook The Royal Canadian Legion is marking its 100th anniversary in 2026 by offering free membership to all new members who join this year. They will become part of an organization whose primary mission is to serve veterans and their families. “We are so proud of this organization and its members and thrilled at the prospect of welcoming new members from...
The Courier News Through the Decades – The Present and the Future
The Courier News Through the Decades is brought to you by: The Courier News Through the Decades – The Present and the Future Looking to the next 10 or 20 years, the future of the Royal Canadian Air Force—and life at 4 Wing and CFB Cold Lake—will continue to evolve, just as it always has. New aircraft, technology, and training methods will shape daily life on the base, but the focus will...
Esprit de Corps Opens Nominations for 2026 Women in Defence Award
Supplied Photo Esprit de Corps Magazine has begun accepting nominations for its 2026 Women in Defence Award, an annual recognition highlighting women who have made significant contributions across the Canadian defence landscape. The award, now a long-standing feature of the publication’s coverage, aims to capture the depth and diversity of work being done by women in military, civilian,...
Holiday Message from the 4 Wing and CFB Cold Lake Command Team
Stock Photo Dear members of 4 Wing & CFB Cold Lake, As we reflect on 2025, we recognize the challenges and opportunities that have shaped us. This year has been marked by resilience, innovation, and unwavering commitment to excellence. As we approach the holiday season, a time affectionately known as the “silly season” at 4 Wing, the spirit of camaraderie shines through in our traditions:...
Happy Holidays from Defence Team Leaders
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CAF Invites Canadians to Share Holiday Messages of Support
Stock Photo As the holiday season approaches, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) is calling on Canadians to help bring comfort and encouragement to those who serve. A dedicated online message board has been launched, inviting the public to submit holiday messages to CAF members at home and abroad. Whether heartfelt, lighthearted, or a simple note of thanks, every message helps remind military...
Shootout Decides Annual Officers vs NCM Hockey Game
4 Wing and CFB Cold Lake Commander Colonel Mark Hickey is joined by Honorary Colonel Andrew Abbott, Chief Warrant Officer Carlos Oliveira, Scott Lassell from Inter Pipeline, and Cenovus Energy representatives Sarah Chileen and Sheldon Tutossi for the ceremonial puck drop prior to the game. – All photos by Mike Marshall / The Courier News The annual Officers versus Non-Commissioned Members...
Senior NCMs take victory in first-ever Frosty Faceoff
The Senior NCM team hoists the Frosty Faceoff Cup following a hard-fought 6–5 victory over the Junior NCM squad during the inaugural Frosty Faceoff Hockey Game at CFB Cold Lake on December 17. All photos by Mike Marshall / The Courier News The first-ever Frosty Faceoff hit the ice at Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake on December 17, delivering fast-paced hockey, friendly rivalry, and a packed house...
