Packers Win 2025 CAF Sports Canada West Regional Championship
Supplied Photo The Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake Packers Mens Hockey Team emerged victorious at the 2025 Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Sports Canada West Regional Hockey Championship, securing the title with a hard-fought 3-2 win over CFB Edmonton in the finals on January 31st. The championship tournament at the Peace Memorial Multiplex in Wainwright from January 26th to 31st saw the...
The Courier News Through the Decades – The Fifties
The Courier News Through the Decades is brought to you by: As The Courier News celebrates its 70th anniversary, we’re taking a trip down memory lane with a running feature that will explore the stories and moments that shaped each decade of our publication’s history. This month, we dive into the 1950s, a transformative era marked by technological advancements, global tensions, and cultural...
Club 41 to Host Ultimate Super Bowl Party on February 9
Supplied Photo Football fans at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake won’t have to travel far to experience the excitement of Super Bowl Sunday, as the 4 Wing Messes and Club 41 are set to host a high-energy viewing party on February 9. Open to all ranks and their guests, the event promises an evening of food, drinks, and big prizes. Doors open at 3 PM, giving attendees plenty of time to grab a...
Looking for Indoor Fun? Check Out Open Play at CFB Cold Lake!
Families at CFB Cold Lake enjoy the Open Play area at the Mackenzie Arts and Community Centre – File Photo For families at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake seeking engaging activities for their young children, the 4 Wing Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Open Play program offers an ideal solution. Designed for children aged 7 and under, Open Play provides a vibrant environment where...
The Courier News Launches ‘When Was It?’ Trivia Contest on Facebook!
Supplied Photo To help celebrate its 70th anniversary in 2025, The Courier News is launching a fun and engaging trivia contest on Facebook! Titled “The Courier News: When Was It?”, the contest will challenge followers to test their historical knowledge. The Courier News will post a significant news headline from the past, and participants will be invited to guess the year it took place. Every...
CFB Cold Lake Men’s Basketball Team Battles to Semi-Final at Regional Championships
The CFB Cold Lake Men’s Basketball Team – Supplied Photo The Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake Men’s Basketball team put in a strong performance at the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Sports Regional Championships held at CFB Moose Jaw from January 19th to 24th. During the round-robin stage, the Cold Lake team showcased their skill and determination, finishing with three wins and one...
Oilers Honour Canadian Armed Forces with CAF Appreciation Night
Canadian Armed Forces-inspired memorabilia on display during the Edmonton Oilers’ Canadian Armed Forces Appreciation Night on January 21st, celebrating the dedication and service of Canada’s military personnel – Photo from the Edmonton Oilers / Instagram The Edmonton Oilers celebrated Canadian Armed Forces Appreciation Night on January 21st at Rogers Place, honouring members of...
4 Wing Cold Lake Increased Air Traffic – Public Affairs
A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber lands at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Jan. 16, 2018 – U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Richard P. Ebensberger Residents of Cold Lake and the surrounding Lakeland area may notice an increase in air traffic on weekdays between 1200 – 1400 from January 28 to February 13, 2025, to include Alpha Jets and USAF B-52H Stratofortress...
Love is in the air at CFB Cold Lake: Valentine’s Dinner Date Night!
Stock Photo Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with an elegant evening hosted by the 4 Wing Messes at the Warrant Officers’ & Sergeants’ Mess on Friday, February 14th. Open to all ranks and Defence Team members, this exclusive event promises to make your Valentine’s Day truly unforgettable. For just $150 per couple, guests will indulge in a delectable three-course dinner, complete with...
M.D. Reeve and City of Cold Lake Mayor in shootout showdown!
Supplied Photo During the January 14, 2025 Municipal District of Bonnyville council meeting, Reeve Barry Kalinski issued a challenge to City of Cold Lake Mayor Craig Copeland – to take part in a shootout showdown at the 86Cancer Charity Hockey Game on January 31, 2025. The challenge will see the Reeve and Mayor in a shootout during intermission. Whoever sinks the least pucks must wear a shirt...