CAF Engagement Bringing Canadians Closer to Their Military at the 2026 Cold Lake Air Show
Captain Mercedes Leblanc (left) interacts with the general public during the 2024 Cold Lake Air Show on the 4 Wing flight line at 4 Wing Cold Lake, Alberta on July 21, 2024 – Photo credit: Corporal (Cpl) Kastleen Strome, Royal Canadian Air Force Imagery Technician At an air show known for its high-speed aerial displays and precision flying, there’s another mission unfolding on the ground:...
Batter Up: 4 Wing Slo-Pitch Season Nears Return
Stock Photo Slo-pitch softball season is almost back at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake, with players and teams preparing to return to the diamonds for another summer of action at the base. The league’s season start-up meeting will take place on Thursday, May 14, at 2 p.m. in the upstairs meeting room at the Colonel J.J. Parr Sports Centre. Everyone interested in participating in the...
New Season, New Stories at Cold Lake Museums
File Photo The Cold Lake Museums will kick off their 2026 season over the May Long Weekend, welcoming visitors from May 15 to 18 for a four-day opening that brings local and military history back to life from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. The annual opening marks the return of one of the community’s key heritage attractions, with Air Force Museum Curator Christian Keller saying there will be...
Behind the Scenes: Building the Cold Lake Air Show From the Ground Up
Cold Lake Air Show grounds during the 2018 event, showcasing the scale and layout that bring the airfield to life — Photo by Corporal Bryan Carter, 4 Wing Imaging When spectators arrive at the Cold Lake Air Show, they’re greeted by a seamless experience: Rows of impressive aircraft, easy access to food and amenities, and a carefully choreographed flying program overhead. What many don’t see is...
CFB Cold Lake Military Police to Support “Pack a Patrol Car” Pet Food Drive
Photo via Facebook Military Police members from Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake will be out in the community this weekend, lending their support to a local initiative to help animals in need. The “Pack a Patrol Car” pet food and supply drive is scheduled for Saturday, May 2, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at several locations across Cold Lake, including Sobeys, PetValu, No Frills, and...
Fueling the Experience: Food and Drink at the 2026 Cold Lake Air Show
File Photo From high-speed aerial displays to up-close encounters on the ground, the Cold Lake Air Show is built to be a full-day experience, and this year’s lineup of food and beverage options is designed to keep visitors fuelled every step of the way. Air show planners listened to feedback from fans and have stepped things up this year, bringing in an even wider variety of food truck vendors...
Finding Home in Cold Lake: A Military Family’s Perspective
Paige Olson and her family – Supplied Photo When Paige Olson learned her family would be posted to Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake, her reaction was a mix of excitement and uncertainty, something many military families can relate to. “When I first found out that my family and I were being posted to Cold Lake, I had mixed emotions,” she said. “On one hand, I was genuinely excited… the...
Getting Settled at CFB Cold Lake: What 4 Wing PSP Offers New Members
PSP staff and guests enjoy the winter fun at Snow Fever at CFB Cold Lake — File photo. Congratulations on your posting to Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake!Being newly posted can sometimes come with a mix of excitement and uncertainty. Whether you’re arriving solo or with family, getting settled into a new community can take time. That’s where 4 Wing Personnel Support Programs (PSP) plays a...
How the Cold Lake Air Show Secures World-Class Performers
Royal Canadian Air Force aircraft conduct an aerial refuelling demonstration during the 2022 Cold Lake Air Show – Photo courtesy of 4 Wing Imaging. Behind every high-speed pass and precision manoeuvre at the Cold Lake Air Show is a process built on planning, relationships, and a constant drive to deliver something new. For Major Erick “Hom” O’Connor, Director of Air Operations for the 2026...
417 Squadron Supports Largest Arctic Winter Operation to Date
Sergeant Austin Collier, Flight Paramedic with 417 Combat Support Squadron, is hoisted back into the CH-146 Griffon helicopter during nighttime casualty evacuation training as part of Operation NANOOK-NUNALIVUT, north of Inuvik, Northwest Territories, on 03 March, 2025 – Photo: Corporal Borden Webb-Brown, Imagery Technician, 14 Wing Greenwood. Members of 417 Combat Support Squadron from...