Attention Veterans: Could Your Cancer Be Service-Related?
Stock Photo If you served in a technical trade that involved regular use of chemicals or were deployed in Afghanistan and exposed to burn pits, your cancer could be linked to your military service. Veterans with Cancer Inc. encourages veterans who may have been affected by such exposures to consider filing a claim with Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC). For more information on chemicals that may...
Boo-tiful Turnout: Cold Lake Haunt Draws Over 1,000 Visitors
Younger guests take in the scares at the Cold Lake Haunt, held before Halloween at CFB Cold Lake- Photo by Jennifer Bain / 4 Wing PSP The Cold Lake Haunt once again brought thrills, chills, and plenty of community spirit to the city, drawing more than a thousand visitors for its spooky seasonal fun. This year’s event, held the weekend before Halloween inside the Mackenzie Arts and Community...
The 2024 Your Say Survey is live—Help shape personnel policies!
Supplied Photos The Your Say Survey is your opportunity to be heard and to provide leadership with valuable insights on a variety of topics, which will help inform decisions about policies and programs. Questions in this survey include topics such as: experiences on Imposed Restriction; satisfaction with various policies; programs and services, such as satisfaction with health and wellness...
Emergency Response Exercise for 4 Wing Cold Lake: Public Affairs
File Photo On 18 November, 4 Wing will be conducting an Emergency Response exercise within the Bark Park and Archery Range on base for the full duration of the day. This scenario will depict an on-base Explosive Ordnance Disposal emergency situation, requiring a safety cordon around the area. It is for training purposes and the explosive device is not armed or dangerous. The Fire Chief, Health...
Make a Splash: Join the Lifeguard Team at the Colonel J.J. Parr Sports Centre!
A PSP Lifeguard at the Aquatics Centre inside the Colonel J.J. Parr Sports Centre – File Image If you’re looking for a rewarding job that’s all about teamwork, skill-building, and helping others, consider joining the 4 Wing Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Aquatics team as a lifeguard at the Colonel J.J. Parr Sports Centre! We spoke with Aquatics Supervisor Hannah Pelchat to find out what...
Cold Lake Remembers: Community Gathers to Honour Veterans on Remembrance Day
Members of the Canadian Armed Forces and other Cold Lake residents gathered at the Energy Centre in Cold Lake for the Remembrance Day ceremony on November 11th – All photos by Mike Marshall / The Courier News On Monday, November 11th, residents of Cold Lake and members of Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake came together to pay tribute to those who have served and sacrificed for Canada at the...
Transgender Awareness Week and Transgender Day of Remembrance: Honoring Lives, Promoting Awareness
Supplied Photo Transgender Awareness Week, observed from November 13 to 19, raises visibility for the transgender and gender-diverse community, educating the public about their experiences and challenges. Advocates and allies amplify transgender voices, promote understanding, and combat discrimination, fostering inclusivity. The week leads to Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) on November 20,...
From Cold Lake to the UK: Sarah Barber Shines in Multinational Air Operations Exercise
Sarah Barber, 4 Wing Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Reconditioning Manager, poses during Exercise COBRA WARRIOR in the UK – All Photos by Corporal Kastleen Strome, Royal Canadian Air Force Imagery Technician unless otherwise noted For Sarah Barber, Reconditioning Manager with 4 Wing Personnel Support Programs (PSP) at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake, the recent five-week deployment to the...
Unleash Your Creativity: Join BreakBeatCode – A Free Coding Program for Military Teens brought to by Google Canada!
Supplied Photo Are you a teen in the military community eager to dive into the world of coding and music? BreakBeatCode is here to help you unleash your inner DJ and coder, offering a unique, free opportunity to learn how to create your very own beats—all by writing code! In this exciting CFMWS Recreation program, you’ll learn the basics of Python, the world’s most popular programming...
The 2024 Canadian Forces Newspapers Youth Reporter Competition is open for submissions until November 17, 2024.
Supplied Photo Presenting a unique opportunity for military youth aged 13-18, the 2024 Canadian Forces Newspapers Youth Reporter Competition, sponsored by Natasha’s Wood Foundation, invites you to share your stories and insights through writing. With four categories, including the new Narrative Journeys: Write Your World for creative writing, this contest is your chance to shine. Winners...