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4 Wing Officers’ Mess Launches Challenge Coin Design Contest
Supplied Photo The 4 Wing Officers' Mess is calling on its members to leave their mark by designing its next official challenge coin. This unique opportunity invites participants to showcase their creativity with a fresh and distinctive coin design. Challenge coins...
CDS/DM Message: Recruitment Process Modernization
File Photo Attracting potential recruits to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) in today’s competitive job market is challenging as young adults have many career options. In addition, they are often not familiar with the benefits of military service, the opportunities and...
Community Gathers for Snow Fever Fun at CFB Cold Lake
Guests line up for a chance to slide at Snow Fever - All photos by Mike Marshall / The Courier News Despite frigid temperatures forcing some changes to the programming, families from across the Lakeland gathered at the Colonel J.J. Parr Sports Centre at Canadian...
Padre’s Ponderings: Something Wonderful
Stock Photo It’s February. The winter stretches ahead like an endless white hell, swallowing all, endlessly hungry, devouring all – hope, joy, sunshine, life. Endless. There is no escape. …… Wow. That was dark. Where did that come from? Maybe I need to...
All-CAF refs ‘third team out there’ in 86th Challenge Cup
An all-Canadian Armed Forces’ officials line-up skated for the 86th Challenge Cup between the RMC Paladins and the West Point Black Knights February 1, including, from left, 22 Wing North Bay’s Aviator Aidan Cavanagh, 14 Wing Greenwood’s Master Corporal Yannick...
Fresh Produce and More: CANEX Cold Lake Expands Product Selection for Military Families
New produce options and coolers on display inside the CANEX at CFB Cold Lake - Photos by Mike Marshall / The Courier News Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake and their families now have more convenient shopping options, as CANEX Cold Lake has expanded its product...
Snow Fever Returns to CFB Cold Lake for Family Day
Peri, the PSP Hero in Training Beaver, takes in Snow Fever 2024 at CFB Cold Lake - File Photo Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake is set to host a day full of activities and entertainment as part of the Snow Fever festival on Monday, February 17th. Taking place at...
Packers Win 2025 CAF Sports Canada West Regional Championship
Supplied Photo The Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake Packers Mens Hockey Team emerged victorious at the 2025 Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Sports Canada West Regional Hockey Championship, securing the title with a hard-fought 3-2 win over CFB Edmonton in the finals...
The Courier News Through the Decades – The Fifties
The Courier News Through the Decades is brought to you by:As The Courier News celebrates its 70th anniversary, we’re taking a trip down memory lane with a running feature that will explore the stories and moments that shaped each decade of our publication’s history....
Club 41 to Host Ultimate Super Bowl Party on February 9
Supplied Photo Football fans at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake won’t have to travel far to experience the excitement of Super Bowl Sunday, as the 4 Wing Messes and Club 41 are set to host a high-energy viewing party on February 9. Open to all ranks and their...
Looking for Indoor Fun? Check Out Open Play at CFB Cold Lake!
Families at CFB Cold Lake enjoy the Open Play area at the Mackenzie Arts and Community Centre - File Photo For families at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake seeking engaging activities for their young children, the 4 Wing Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Open Play...
The Courier News Launches ‘When Was It?’ Trivia Contest on Facebook!
Supplied Photo To help celebrate its 70th anniversary in 2025, The Courier News is launching a fun and engaging trivia contest on Facebook! Titled “The Courier News: When Was It?”, the contest will challenge followers to test their historical knowledge. The Courier...
The Power of Financial Literacy
Stock Photo Financial literacy isn’t just a buzzword. Knowing more about money makes a big difference in how you handle it. Feeling financially secure affects more than your wallet—it affects your happiness, your job performance, and your health. Imagine the freedom...
CFB Cold Lake Men’s Basketball Team Battles to Semi-Final at Regional Championships
The CFB Cold Lake Men's Basketball Team - Supplied Photo The Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake Men’s Basketball team put in a strong performance at the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Sports Regional Championships held at CFB Moose Jaw from January 19th to 24th. During...
Oilers Honour Canadian Armed Forces with CAF Appreciation Night
Canadian Armed Forces-inspired memorabilia on display during the Edmonton Oilers' Canadian Armed Forces Appreciation Night on January 21st, celebrating the dedication and service of Canada's military personnel - Photo from the Edmonton Oilers / Instagram The Edmonton...