Esprit de Corps Opens Nominations for 2026 Women in Defence Award
Supplied Photo Esprit de Corps Magazine has begun accepting nominations for its 2026 Women in Defence Award, an annual recognition highlighting women who have made significant contributions across the Canadian defence landscape. The award, now a long-standing feature of the publication’s coverage, aims to capture the depth and diversity of work being done by women in military, civilian,...
Holiday Message from the 4 Wing and CFB Cold Lake Command Team
Stock Photo Dear members of 4 Wing & CFB Cold Lake, As we reflect on 2025, we recognize the challenges and opportunities that have shaped us. This year has been marked by resilience, innovation, and unwavering commitment to excellence. As we approach the holiday season, a time affectionately known as the “silly season” at 4 Wing, the spirit of camaraderie shines through in our traditions:...
Happy Holidays from Defence Team Leaders
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CAF Invites Canadians to Share Holiday Messages of Support
Stock Photo As the holiday season approaches, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) is calling on Canadians to help bring comfort and encouragement to those who serve. A dedicated online message board has been launched, inviting the public to submit holiday messages to CAF members at home and abroad. Whether heartfelt, lighthearted, or a simple note of thanks, every message helps remind military...
Shootout Decides Annual Officers vs NCM Hockey Game
4 Wing and CFB Cold Lake Commander Colonel Mark Hickey is joined by Honorary Colonel Andrew Abbott, Chief Warrant Officer Carlos Oliveira, Scott Lassell from Inter Pipeline, and Cenovus Energy representatives Sarah Chileen and Sheldon Tutossi for the ceremonial puck drop prior to the game. – All photos by Mike Marshall / The Courier News The annual Officers versus Non-Commissioned Members...
Senior NCMs take victory in first-ever Frosty Faceoff
The Senior NCM team hoists the Frosty Faceoff Cup following a hard-fought 6–5 victory over the Junior NCM squad during the inaugural Frosty Faceoff Hockey Game at CFB Cold Lake on December 17. All photos by Mike Marshall / The Courier News The first-ever Frosty Faceoff hit the ice at Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake on December 17, delivering fast-paced hockey, friendly rivalry, and a packed house...
4 Wing Offices Deck the Halls for 2025 Christmas Decorating Challenge
Members of 1 Dental Unit proudly accept the Penguin Trophy from 4 Wing and CFB Cold Lake Commander, Colonel Mark Hickey, on December 16, after being named winners of the 2025 Courier News Christmas Office Decorating Challenge.Decoration photos courtesy of Corporal Emilie Laroche, 4 Wing Imaging; award presentation photos by Mike Marshall and Janae Wandler, Courier News. The holiday spirit was in...
Gingerbread Junction Brings Holiday Cheer to 4 Wing Families
A young guest works on a gingerbread house at 4 Wing PSP’s Gingerbread Junction on December 13th – Photo by Mike Marshall / The Courier News The 4 Wing Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Community Recreation team hosted their annual Gingerbread Junction on December 13th at the Mackenzie Arts and Community Centre, bringing festive cheer to local families. Attendees enjoyed a variety of...
CAF Fire Service: building leaders, driving change through FSWO
Submitted Photo When members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) fire service first attended the Fire Service Women Ontario (FSWO) Training Symposium in 2022 in Belleville, Ontario, it was transformative. What began as a few dedicated members seeking professional development opportunities outside of the CAF has evolved into a nationwide community of firefighters united by mentorship, learning and...
Padre’s Ponderings: Scrooge, Grinch, and Charlie Brown
Stock Photo Just a few weeks before writing this, I was on leave in the UK. It was half term, as they call it, so the kids were out of school and looking forward to Hallowe’en – not quite as mutant a monster as it’s become here, but popular nonetheless (I wanted to know what happened to Bonfire Night, the Guy, and “Gunpowder, treason and plot!” – but I digress). Imagine my chagrin, nay,...
