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Reminder: Support to Sports Participation Grants
Supplied Photo The deadline is approaching for the Support to Sports Participation Grants aimed at Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members. Applications for events held during the 2025-2026 fiscal year must be submitted by February 28, 2026. Applicants must complete and...
Frost & Float Family Fun Day set to bring winter fun to CFB Cold Lake this Family Day
Supplied Photo Families in Cold Lake and the surrounding area are invited to celebrate Family Day with an afternoon of winter activities at Frost & Float Family Fun Day on Monday, February 16, at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake, which will be the featured...
CAF Compensation Phase Two: Key information for members
Stock Photo On August 8, 2025, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) announced new pay and benefits to better support members. The changes will occur in three phases; phase one details were announced in early October. Phase two introduces three new initiatives: Instructor...
Padre’s Ponderings: Talk, Talk, Talk
Stock Photo Six years ago this month, I presided at my oldest son’s wedding [cue reactions of shock: “The padre can’t be that old, surely!”] If you’ll all just ratchet back your morbid spiral of thoughts perhaps we can have a fruitful conversation. And don’t call me...
Wing Calibration Centre Dedicates Physical Properties Lab in Memory of Larry Karenko
Larry's Lab plaque at 4 Wing Cold Lake, Alberta, on 16 January 2026 - All photos via Sailor Third Class Mckayla Ryce, Canadian Armed Forces Photo. On Friday, 16 January, the 4 Wing Calibration Centre (4WCC) gathered to honour the life, service, and lasting...
Cold Lake Marlins Swim Club recruiting new coaches for growing program
Photo courtesy of the Cold Lake Marlins Swim Club / Facebook The Cold Lake Marlins Swim Club is seeking new coaches as its program continues to grow, with opportunities available for both experienced and new mentors. The club is currently hiring a Performance group...
Lakeland Prepares to Welcome 2026 Alberta Winter Games This February
Photo from the Alberta Winter Games / Facebook The Lakeland region is gearing up for a winter sports celebration like no other as it prepares to host the 2026 Alberta Winter Games from February 13 to 16, 2026 — a four-day festival of youth competition, community pride...
And the winners of the 2025 CAF Imagery Contest are…
Winner of the Military Community Life category, 2025 CAF Photo Contest: Her Watch Begins by Cpl Mitchell Paquette - Supplied Photo Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2025 CAF Imagery Contest. This year’s contest showcased incredible talent from both...
Patience is a virtue: The transition to the Canadian Royal Crown for CAF identifiers
The new Canadian Armed Forces badge - Supplied Photo In April 2023, His Majesty King Charles III approved the design of the Canadian Royal Crown, a new heraldic symbol representing the Sovereign’s authority in Canada. As a result, the Royal Crown which represented the...
New Dedicated Space Gives CFB Cold Lake Grappling Room to Grow
A look inside the new Grappling training room located at the Colonel J.J. Parr Sports Centre at CFB Cold Lake. Photo by Mike Marshall / The Courier News. The 4 Wing and CFB Cold Lake Grappling program has entered the new year with a significant upgrade, moving into a...
New peer support activities for people affected by sexual misconduct
Stock Photo A new year brings new opportunities to connect and heal. This winter, the SMSRC’s Peer Support Program, in collaboration with Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC), is hosting new trauma-informed activities for individuals affected by sexual misconduct and...
410 Squadron Takes Top Honours at 4 Wing Messes Festival of Trees
Photos courtesy of the 4 Wing Messes (via Facebook), with additional images by Mike Marshall / The Courier News. The 4 Wing Messes Festival of Trees has officially wrapped up for the season, with winners announced following weeks of holiday cheer, creativity, and...
Travelling Afghanistan Exhibit and Film Screening Coming to Cold Lake This Weekend
Photo from Combined Forces Production Collaborative / Facebook A national touring exhibit and documentary film focused on Canada’s military mission in Afghanistan will be on display at the Cold Lake Energy Centre this weekend. From January 9 to 11, the Cold Lake...
Royal Canadian Legion Celebrates 100 Years — Cold Lake Branch Welcomes New Members
Photo from the Royal Canadian Legion / Facebook The Royal Canadian Legion is marking its 100th anniversary in 2026 by offering free membership to all new members who join this year. They will become part of an organization whose primary mission is to serve veterans...
New Year, New Financial Strategy: Why Human Advice Matters More Than Ever
Supplied Photo January marks a fresh start. After the holiday season, many Canadians face credit card bills, renewed resolutions, and a desire to get their finances back on track. It’s tempting to turn to artificial intelligence (AI) tools for quick budgeting help or...