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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...
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...
Happy Holidays from Defence Team Leaders
Image from video To see the 2025 Holiday message from Defence Team Leaders, click here.
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...
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...
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...
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...
Agile Combat Employment: RCAF’s success in TARASSIS
Group photo of the Air Task Force (ATF) during Tarassis, as part of Operation REASSURANCE, at Ämari Air Base, Estonia, October 15, 2025 - Photo: Master Corporal Bélynda Casse, Imaging Services, 3 Wing Bagotville The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) successfully...
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...
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...
Tickets Now on Sale for the 2026 Cold Lake Air Show
File Photo Excitement is already building across the Lakeland as tickets for the 2026 Cold Lake Air Show officially went on sale December 1st—more than 200 days before jets roar over the skies of Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake once again. One of Canada’s top...
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...