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 MACC for a frightfully fun family event. The morning will be packed with activities to keep little monsters entertained, including...
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 partnered with the Edmonton Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) to establish the CFB Wainwright Support Fund. The fund is intended to...
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 safety and emergency preparedness across the Defence community at CFB Cold Lake. Throughout the week, firefighters conducted fire...
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 together on Friday, Oct. 16, for a morning of sports, fitness and recreation. A total of 535 participants took part in...
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 hosted by 4 Wing Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Fitness and Sports on Tuesday, Oct. 20, inside the Col J.J. Parr Sports...
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 raised $2,600 for Valour Place. Valour Place provides accommodation for military members, veterans and their families who need to...
Wayne Poulson to receive national CAF Sports award for more than 30 years of service
Referee Wayne Poulson (right) chats with a hockey player during a CAF Sports Day at 4 Wing in CFB Cold Lake – File Photo A familiar face in sports around 4 Wing and Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake is receiving an honour. Wayne Poulson will be recognized nationally for more than 30 years of dedication to Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Sports when he receives the Dedication to CAF Sports...
Cold Lake roots inspire science-fiction author Stephanie Young
Stephanie N Young’s novel, Eclipse of Empires – Supplied Photo Stephanie N Young’s connection to Cold Lake began long before she became a published author. Young grew up in the area after her family moved to Cold Lake in 1996, when her father was serving in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) as a Construction Engineering Technician. Now an author of science-fiction novels, she is...
Minister highlights defence investments in Alberta during visit to CFB Edmonton
Minister of National Defence David J. McGuinty speaks during a visit to CFB Edmonton on Oct. 7, 2026, as Alberta Premier Danielle Smith looks on. Photo courtesy of David J. McGuinty/X. The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, visited Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Edmonton on Oct. 7 alongside Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to highlight ongoing defence investments across the...
Sass Jordan, former 417 Squadron Honorary Colonel, dies at 65
Sass Jordan poses for her official photograph as Honorary Colonel of 417 Squadron at CFB Cold Lake. Canadian Armed Forces / File Photo Canadian rock singer and songwriter Sass Jordan, who served as an Honorary Colonel of 417 Squadron at 4 Wing and Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake, has died. Jordan’s death was announced Oct. 2. A statement from her family said she died surrounded by her...