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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...
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...
NORAD Prepares to Track Santa on His 70th Christmas Journey
Supplied Photo It’s that time of year again! On December 24, the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) will take on a very special mission: tracking Santa Claus as he delivers presents to children around the world – and this year marks the 70th anniversary...
The CAF’s blood program: Major Damien Miller’s heartfelt commitment
Major Jenifer Morrison (left) and Major Damien Miller (right) at the Canadian Blood Services blood drive held at National Defence Headquarters Carling Campus on July 30, 2025. - Photo supplied by: Major Damien Miller. Major (Maj) Damien Miller has one mission:...
CFB Cold Lake Curling Team Earns Silver at 2025 CAF Canada West Championship
The CFB Cold Lake Curling Team celebrates a silver-medal performance at the 2025 CAF Canada West Championship in Moose Jaw. Photo: PSP Moose Jaw. The CFB Cold Lake Curling Team delivered an impressive performance at the 2025 Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Canada West...
International Day of Persons with Disabilities at CFB Cold Lake
Stock Photo The International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) is observed each year on December 3rd, promoting the rights, dignity, and full participation of persons with disabilities in all aspects of society. It is an important opportunity to raise awareness...
Sparkle in the Park 2025 Lights Up Cold Lake
Photo from Hearts for Healthcare / Facebook Cold Lake is shining brighter than ever as Sparkle in the Park returns for 2025! Running now through December 6th at the M.D. of Bonnyville Campground, this festive event promises a dazzling winter wonderland experience for...
CANSOFCOM in the Arctic – Exercising in pursuit of excellence
Members of CANSOFCOM drive a rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RHIB) through Resolute Bay in Nunavut in August 2025 - Photo by CANSOFCOM Image Technician The past years have presented the Canadian Special Operations Forces Command (CANSOFCOM) with both challenges and...
4 Wing Band Set to Spread Holiday Cheer with Free Christmas Concerts in Bonnyville and Cold Lake
File Photo The holiday season is about to sound a whole lot more festive as the 4 Wing Band brings its annual Christmas Concert to Bonnyville and Cold Lake this December. With two performances scheduled—Sunday, December 7th at the brand-new Strathcona Performing Arts...
CAF members: Fertility medications coverage update
Stock Image For some, the road to parenthood can be filled with challenges along the way. Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members wishing to grow their families can now benefit from improved coverage related to fertility services. As of September 26, 2025, all eligible...
New Awards Up for Grabs as Christmas Office Decorating Challenge Returns to CFB Cold Lake!
Chief Warrant Officer (CWO) Dipen Mistry, 4 Wing Cold Lake CWO, checks out the 1 Dental Unit / 22 Canadian Forces Health Services Centre’s entry in last year’s Courier News Christmas Office Decorating Challenge- Photo: S1 Amy Langlois, RCN Imagery Technician It’s that...
4 Wing Christmas Hamper and Angel Tree Program Returns to Support Local Military Families
The 4 Wing Chaplain team stands with 4 Wing and CFB Cold Lake Commander Colonel Mark Hickey, and 4 Wing Chief Warrant Officer CWO Carlos Oliveira, marking the official launch of the 2025 Christmas Hamper and Angel Tree Program. — Photo by Mike Marshall / The Courier...
Flu and COVID-19 Vaccines Now Available for CAF Members at 4 Wing
A Canadian Armed Forces member at CFB Cold Lake receives a vaccination during a clinic held as part of CAF Sports Day on October 17 — File Photo. 22 Canadian Forces Health Services Centre (22 CF H Svcs C) is once again offering annual influenza and COVID-19...
CANEX Cold Lake Celebrates Grand Re-Opening After Major Revamp
Officials, including 4 Wing and CFB Cold Lake Commander Col. Mark Hickey (centre) and CANEX Cold Lake Manager Sheri Klein (right), cut the ribbon to officially reopen the CANEX store at CFB Cold Lake on November 13. — Photos by Mike Marshall / The Courier News The...
A historic swim: Capt. Stephanie Bigelow crosses the English Channel
Supplied Photo Capt. Stephanie Bigelow (33 CF H Svcs) has made history as the second Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) member ever to successfully swim across the English Channel, an achievement not seen since 1951, when Winnie Roach of the Canadian Women’s Army Corps first...