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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...
Introducing the brand-new Occupant Portal: a streamlined hub for military housing needs
Supplied Photo The Canadian Forces Housing Agency (CFHA) recently reached a significant milestone in modernizing its operations by launching the Occupant Portal on Canada.ca. This new webpage brings all of the Agency’s occupant services together in one convenient...
Minister of National Defence Visits Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake
David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, at CFB Cold Lake during his visit on August 13th - Photo Credit: Private Michaela Boyd, Canadian Army Imagery Technician On August 13th, the Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, paid a visit to Canadian...
Oktoberfest Returns to CFB Cold Lake with Food, Music, and Family Fun
File Photo Lederhosen? Check. Dirndls? Check. A big appetite for German food? Double check! The 4 Wing Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Oktoberfest is back on Saturday, October 4th – and it’s bringing an evening of Bavarian-style fun the whole family can enjoy under...
Courier Connections with the Cold Lake Air Force Museum – Episode 6
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Annual Orange T-Shirt Campaign
Designed by Cree two-spirit artist Aiden Duncan, this year’s artwork “One Story” - Supplied Photo As we come together to recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, CANEX and Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS) are once...
Improvements to Compensation and Benefits for the Canadian Armed Forces
Stock Photo The Government of Canada has announced improvements to compensation and benefits for Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members. These initiatives will be rolled out over the next 12 months. Military Factor Adjustment CAF members will see a significant,...
Public Service Announcement : Royal Canadian Air Force fighter jet to conduct flypast over the Glendon Derby Parade in Glendon, Alta.
File Photo A Royal Canadian Air Force CF-18 Hornet fighter jet from 409 Squadron from 4 Wing Cold Lake, Alta., will conduct a flyby over the Glendon Derby Parade in Glendon, Alta. on August 9th, 2025 between approximatively 10h AM and 10h45 AM. The aircraft will fly...
Operation CADENCE: RCAF secures airspace for G7 Summit
With the Alberta Rockies as a natural backdrop, members of the Air Task Force from Operation CADENCE gathered at the helicopter landing site in Nakiska for a group photo. At the center stands Staff Sergeant Andrew Kyle, Site Commander of the Temporary Accommodation...
Your Next Outdoor Adventure is Closer Than You Think with the 4 Wing RV Park and Campground
The 4 Wing RV Park and Campsite - File Photo Did you know there’s a quiet, family-friendly RV park and campground right here at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake? Tucked just across from the old Martineau subdivision and surrounded by beautiful woodlands, the 4...
Aqua Days Brings Family Fun to Kinosoo Beach This August Long Weekend
Supplied Photo Families at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake and across the region are invited to soak up the sun and enjoy a full day of fun at Aqua Days, returning to Kinosoo Beach on Saturday, August 2. Hosted by the City of Cold Lake, Aqua Days is a summer...