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CAF Imagery Contest 2026: Time to share your best shots!
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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...
Pet Licence Renewals Due for 2026 in the City of Cold Lake
Stock Photo Pet owners in the City of Cold Lake, including residents of Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake, are being reminded to ensure their dog or cat is properly licensed for 2026. The City of Cold Lake requires all dog and cat owners to purchase an annual pet licence...
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...
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...
New agreement opens doors to instructor-led training for CAF members
Mr. Taki Sarantakis, President of the Canada School of Public Service (CSPS) (left), and Major-General Jeannot Boucher, Commander of Canadian Defence Academy (right), sign the new Memorandum of Understanding between CSPS and the Canadian Armed Forces on November 24 -...
The Department of National Defence Acquires Additional Apartment Complex in British Columbia
Supplied Photo The Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, the Honourable Jill McKnight, on behalf of the Minister of National Defence, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, announced that the Department of National Defence (DND) has...
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...