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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...
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:...
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...
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...
The Courier News Through the Decades – The 2010s
The Courier News Through the Decades is brought to you by:The Courier News Through the Decades – The 2010s The 2010s were a decade of continued excellence for the Canadian Armed Forces. For 4 Wing and CFB Cold Lake, the years from 2010 to 2020 marked the end of major...
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...