Fire Ban in Effect at CFB Cold Lake Due to Extreme Conditions
Stock Photo A fire ban is currently in effect at Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake, with the fire index set to EXTREME, according to the 4 Wing Fire Service. Until further notice, only approved fires will be permitted on base, including within the Residential Housing Units (RHUs), 4 Wing RV Park and Campground, and the cadet training area. The restriction is being enforced as a precautionary...
Cold Lake Museums Reopen for the Season May 16th
File Photo The Cold Lake Museums will reopen their doors for the season on Friday, May 16th, welcoming visitors back to one of the community’s favourite summertime attractions. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., guests can once again explore the site’s rich collection of local, military, and cultural history, perched atop Radar Hill with one of the best views in town. Opening weekend promises more than...
Adventure, Creativity, and Fun Await at PSP Summer Camps in Cold Lake
File Photo School will be out soon, and the Personnel Support Programs Summer Camp program at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake is ready to make this summer one to remember! Designed for school-aged kids, PSP Summer Camp offers nine weeks of themed fun, packed with hands-on activities, outdoor adventures, creative challenges, and exciting weekly excursions. From spy missions and science...
Messes Face Off in Spirited Fundraiser for 4 Wing Benevolent Fund
The presidents of the Officers’ Mess and Sergeants’ and Warrant Officers’ Mess Committee present the Benevolent Fund cheque to the 4 Wing Padres at building 69, 4 Wing Cold Lake, Alberta on 29 April 2025. From left to right: Major Robert Johnston (President of the Officers’ Mess Committee), Lieutenant-Colonel Melissa Chandler (Acting 4 Wing Commanding Officer), Lieutenant (Navy) Jeriel Soriano...
The Courier News Through the Decades – The Seventies
The Courier News Through the Decades is brought to you by: The Courier News Through the Decades – The ‘70s As The Courier News continues its 70th anniversary celebration, we turn our attention to the 1970s—a decade defined by bold fashion, cultural change, and evolving roles both in society and within the Canadian Armed Forces. The world was becoming more interconnected, and Cold Lake remained...
Live Music, Buffet, and a Big Cause: 784 Wing Gears Up to ‘Raise the Roof’
Supplied Photo Mark your calendars for a night of music, food, and community spirit as 784 (Diamond Jubilee) Wing hosts its “Raise the Roof Fundraiser” on May 10, 2025, at the Wing’s location on 5319 48 Ave. Set to begin at 6:00 p.m., the evening will feature a live performance by award-winning Canadian musician Clayton Bellamy, a delicious Chinese buffet, a silent auction, and more—all in...
Why CFB Cold Lake’s Airfield Bears the Name of ‘Buck’ McNair
The sign entering Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake that honours Group Captain Robert Wendell “Buck” McNair – Photo by Mike Marshall / The Courier News If you’ve ever driven past the sign at the front gate of Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake that reads “Group Captain R.W. McNair Airfield” and found yourself curious, you’re not alone. The name belongs to one of Canada’s...
Paws and Pose: Beethoven the Cat Steals the Show at Meow-Ga
Beethoven the cat enjoys a snack while others take in Meow-Ga on April 23rd at the Mackenzie Arts and Community Centre at CFB Cold Lake- Photo by Mike Marshall / The Courier News Yoga mats and whiskers shared the spotlight on April 23rd as 4 Wing Personnel Support Programs (PSP) hosted Meow-Ga — a relaxing lunchtime yoga session featuring a feline guest from the Lakeland Humane Society. The free...
Global Resurgence of Measles Cases – 22 CFHSC
Stock Photo Due to decreased vaccination rates, there is a global resurgence of measles cases, a highly contagious yet vaccine-preventable disease. While measles more commonly affects children, adults can also become infected. Pregnant women and those with weakened immune systems are particularly at risk for serious outcomes. What is measles? What are the symptoms? Measles is a highly contagious...
Art Smith Aviation Academy Invites Families to Kindergarten Open House on May 6
File Photo Art Smith Aviation Academy, located at Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake, is welcoming families to its Kindergarten Open House on Tuesday, May 6, offering parents and guardians a chance to learn more about the school’s dynamic early education programming. The event runs from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and families are invited to drop in at their convenience to explore the school, meet...