Supporting Wellness for All: A New Era of 4 Wing PSP Health Promotions
(From Left) Montanna Barrette, Jody Morrissette and Mrigank “Miggie” Kothyari stand inside the Health Promotions office, located inside the Colonel J.J. Parr Sports Centre at CFB Cold Lake – Photo by Mike Marshall / The Courier News The 4 Wing Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Health Promotions team has a new leader with a wealth of experience and a passion for well-being. Jody...
Canadian military recognizes excellence in sport: The 36th annual CAF Sports Awards Ceremony
Photo (left to right): General Carignan, Master Corporal (ret) Wannamaker, Master Corporal Makischuk, Major (ret) Burt, Master Warrant Officer Bartlett, Chief Petty Officer 1st class Laurendeau, CAF Chief Warrant Officer McCann – Photo credit: Corporal Liam Du Plessis The Canadian Armed Forces Sports Awards Ceremony was held on November 27, 2024, at the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa, ON....
Stay Cozy This Winter: The Courier News Launches Reader Appreciation Contest!
Supplied Photo As the chill of winter sets in, there’s nothing quite like snuggling up with your favourite read. To celebrate our dedicated readers, The Courier News is excited to announce our Reader Appreciation Contest! From now until December 31st, every participant has the chance to enter a draw to win a prize basket valued at over $300 filled with cozy winter essentials. Mike...
Padre’s Ponderings: Impacted Kringle Syndrome
Stock Photo I was in Canadian Tire a few months ago on a mission. It was the end of the summer season, and I was fervently hoping that the left-handed lawn edger with collapsible sun-shelter and double cup holder would be on sale. Or that they’d even have such a thing. As I went into the lawn and garden section, I noticed that they’d already started putting out the Halloween decorations. It...
Christian Keller Takes Helm as New Curator of Cold Lake Air Force Museum
Christian Keller, the new Curator of the Cold Lake Air Force Museum – Photo from the Cold Lake Museums / Facebook The Cold Lake Air Force Museum has welcomed Christian Keller as its new curator. Bringing a lifelong passion for history and extensive experience in cultural heritage, Keller is excited to enhance the museum’s offerings and connect with the Cold Lake community. Growing up in...
Opinion: Decorating for Christmas
Stock Photo Are you someone who waits to decorate for Christmas until after Thanksgiving? Or do you think “Less is more” when deciding how many twinkle lights to string outside of your home? There’s definitely a debate about how early is too early to decorate or what might be perceived as over-the-top when it comes to seasonal decor. And yet there are seemingly endless accounts...
Royal Canadian Air Force opens door to new career paths and paid education opportunities
450 Tactical Helicopter Squadron aircrew refuel a CH-147F Chinook helicopter at Kamloops Airport in British Columbia during Operation LENTUS on July 10, 2021, to help provincial authorities stabilize the wildfire situation in Kamloops. Air Operations Support Technicians will perform these and other tasks in the Royal Canadian Air Force. Photo: Sailor 1st Class Victoria Ioganov, Maritime Forces...
Holiday Cheer Returns with the 2024 Courier News Office Decorating Challenge!
Colonel Dave Turenne, 4 Wing Commanding Officer, and Chief Warrant Officer Dipen Mistry, 4 Wing Chief Warrant Officer visit Santa Clause at 4 Wing Replenishment Flight during the 2023 Courier News Christmas Office Decorating Challenge on December 14, 2023. Photo Credit: Corporal Julia Currie, Royal Canadian Air Force Imagery Technician It’s time to deck the halls and spread some holiday cheer at...
4 Wing Band to Deliver Festive Cheer at Annual Christmas Concert
The 2024 4 Wing Band Christmas Concert Poster – Supplied Photo The 4 Wing Band is set to spread holiday joy with their annual Christmas concert, taking place at 2 PM on December 8th at the Cold Lake High School Theatre in the Energy Centre. This year’s event promises to be a heartwarming celebration of the season, combining traditional Christmas music with special performances. Admission...
Christmas Hamper and Angel Tree Programs Return to CFB Cold Lake
A group photo of the 4 Wing Cold Lake Command Team for the Christmas Hamper Program at the 4 Wing Chaplains building in Cold Lake Alberta, on 13th November 2024. From left to right: Captain Alexander Krause, Major Howard Rittenhouse, Colonel Mark Hickey, Capt Anthony Ezeonwueme, and Chief Warrant Officer Dipen Mistry - Photo credit: Corporal Kastleen Strome, Royal Canadian Air Force Imagery...