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Upgrades Underway at CFB Cold Lake Dog Park and Community Garden
Workers begin removing fencing at the Dog Park located outside the Col J.J. Parr Sports Centre on September 16th - Photo by Mike Marshall / The Courier News Work is currently underway at the dog park outside the Col. J.J. Parr Sports Centre at 4 Wing Cold Lake, with...
Training Mission Commanders during Exercise Cobra Warrior 25-2
Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) CF-18 Hornet pilots from 3 Wing return from a flight in support of Exercise Cobra Warrior 25-2, as part of Operation REASSURANCE, at Royal Air Force (RAF) Station Waddington, United Kingdom, on September 9, 2025 - Photo: Corporal...
Cold Lake to Host Canadian Walk for Veterans on September 21
Photo from the Canadian Walk for Veterans / Facebook On Sunday, September 21, 2025, Cold Lake residents will join Canadians across the country in stepping forward to support Veterans, active service members, and their families during the eighth annual Canadian Walk...
Stories of support: How CFMWS strengthened the military community
Report highlights ongoing commitment to the CAF operations - Supplied Photo Every year, thousands of military members and their families turn to Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS) for support, and their needs continue to grow and evolve. From helping...
4 Wing MFRCS to Benefit from Fuel Good Day 2025
Photo from the Lakeland Co-op / Facebook The 4 Wing Military Family Resource Centre Society (4 Wing MFRCS) has been chosen as one of the beneficiaries of Lakeland Co-op’s Fuel Good Day, taking place on Tuesday, September 16th. Fuel Good Day is a community initiative...
Command Team Wellness Challenge Wraps Up with Barbecue at CFB Cold Lake
CFB Cold Lake members take in the Command Team Wellness Challenge Barbecue at Club 41 on September 3rd - All photos by Janae Wandler / The Courier News 4 Wing and Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake-based members gathered at Club 41 on September 3rd to celebrate the...
Tactical training builds skills for RCAF’s Aircraft Security Officers
Members of the Canadian Armed Forces conduct training designed to protect a CC-130J Hercules as part of the Aircraft Security Officer Course at 8 Wing Trenton on 22 July 2025 - Photo by: Corporal Luke Barrie, 8 Wing Imaging. The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) and the...
Stepping Stones Crisis Society to Officially Open New 50,000 Sq. Ft. Facility
Photo from Stepping Stones Crisis Centre / Facebook Stepping Stones Crisis Society is proud to announce the Grand Opening of its new trauma informed facility, a transformational project made possible through the unwavering commitment of local governments, community...
New Parent Wellness Room Scheduled to Open at Colonel J.J. Parr Sports Centre
The new Parental Exercise Room (PER) is shaping up for its debut, says 4 Wing PSP Staff - Supplied Photo No babysitter? No problem. A brand-new space is about to change the way parents stay active at Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake. The Colonel J.J. Parr Sports Centre...
CAF Imagery Contest 2025: Time to share your best shots
Supplied Photo The 58th annual Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Imagery Contest is now accepting submissions. From September 1 to October 15, enter your photo for a chance to WIN great prizes. The CAF Imagery Contest is your chance to turn amazing photos into awesome...
National Defence Welcomes the Canadian Coast Guard to the Defence Team
Photo by the Department of National Defence / Facebook The Department of National Defence (DND) today announced the integration of the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) into the Defence Team, marking an important step forward in strengthening Canada’s maritime security. This...
Padre’s Ponderings: Perseverance
Stock Photo A few years ago, I went to Wainwright (triggering shakes and flash-backs the whole way) in order to be part of an interview for two prospective Reg force chaplains. We sat down very amicably – we’re all friends here! – and proceeded to give them the...
Community Registration and Information Night Returns to Cold Lake
The poster for the event - Photo from the City of Cold Lake Mark your calendars: the City of Cold Lake will host a Community Registration and Information Night on Thursday, August 28 at 5:00 p.m. at the Cold Lake Energy Centre, offering a one-stop opportunity for...
Colonel J.J. Parr Aquatics Centre Commences Annual Maintenance Shutdown
File Photo The Colonel J.J. Parr Aquatics Centre at Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake has officially begun its annual Maintenance Shutdown. According to 4 Wing Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Aquatics Supervisor, Hannah Pelchat, the closure is a necessary part of...
Military Spouse Employment Initiative: Explore a career that moves with you
Stock Photo Frequent relocations and employment disruptions impact the employment continuity of the spouses and common-law partners of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members. The Department of National Defence (DND)’s Military Spouse Employment Initiative (MSEI) helps...