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Love is in the air at CFB Cold Lake: Valentine’s Dinner Date Night!
Stock Photo Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with an elegant evening hosted by the 4 Wing Messes at the Warrant Officers’ & Sergeants’ Mess on Friday, February 14th. Open to all ranks and Defence Team members, this exclusive event promises to make your...
M.D. Reeve and City of Cold Lake Mayor in shootout showdown!
Supplied Photo During the January 14, 2025 Municipal District of Bonnyville council meeting, Reeve Barry Kalinski issued a challenge to City of Cold Lake Mayor Craig Copeland – to take part in a shootout showdown at the 86Cancer Charity Hockey Game on January 31,...
Starting 2025 on a high note – Introducing new leave entitlement for Canadian Armed Forces members
Stock Photo Starting in April 2025, as part of the modernization of QR&O Chapter 16 (Leave) along with articles 9.09 and 9.10 (Exemption from Duty and Training for maternity and/or parental purposes), significant updates to Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) leave...
Photo Gallery: 2024 CFB Cold Lake Soldiers Dinner
Aviator (Avr) Jacob Wiwchar carves the turkey as Honorary Avr Col Mark Hickey, 4 Wing Wing Commander during the Soldier's Dinner held in 1 Hangar at 4 Wing Cold Lake December 18, 2024 - All Photos by Sergeant Owen W. Budge, 4 Wing Cold Lake Imaging On December 18th,...
NLPS Wants Your Input on the School Calendar
Stock Photo Northern Lights Public Schools (NLPS) is asking for your help in planning the 2025-2026 school calendar. A short survey is now open for parents, students, and staff to share their thoughts. The survey covers topics like: When the school year should start...
Strengthening the Forces: Supplements to enhance physical performance – what you need to know for your health and safety
Sailor First Class Michael Moores, a Naval Combat Information Operator, leads a Tabata workout class aboard HMCS CALGARY, in the Indian Ocean during Operation PROJECTION, on June 24, 2021 - Photo credit: Corporal Lynette Ai Dang, Canadian Armed Forces Photo Many...
Base Sports Teams Get Modern Look with New Logo Design
Malcolm Hooper poses with his winning design for the new CFB Cold Lake sports logo - Supplied Photo Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake’s sports teams will be donning a brand-new logo, with Malcolm Hooper’s design officially named the winner of the base’s recent logo...
Valour Place: An Invaluable Resource for CFB Cold Lake Members in Need of Support
Valour Place - Photo from Facebook/Valour Place When Canadian Armed Forces members and their families face medical challenges that require them to travel to Edmonton, Valour Place stands ready to provide more than just a roof over their heads. This unique facility...
Growing Wellness: CFB Cold Lake Tower Garden Program Sprouts Big Benefits
An example of a Tower Garden at CFB Cold Lake - File Photo Who needs a green thumb when you’ve got a Tower Garden? At Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake, the 4 Wing Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Health Promotion team’s UGrow program is proving that anyone can cultivate...
Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) 100: A Year to Remember
Toonie - The Royal Canadian Mint's unveiled a $2 circulation coin, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the RCAF. It features iconic aircraft flown by RCAF personnel over the past century. The coin was officially released on September 18, 2024, at a ceremony held at...
The Courier News Turns 70: Celebrating Seven Decades of Stories, History, and Community
The new commemorative logo marking the 70th Anniversary of the Courier News - Supplied Photo As Canadian Armed Forces Base Cold Lake welcomes 2025, it marks a significant milestone for one of its most cherished institutions—the Courier News. Celebrating its 70th...
In the Headlines: Courier News’ Memorable Moments from 2024
Stock Photo In 2024, Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake celebrated two major milestones: the 70th anniversary of the base and the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force. The year was marked by exceptional events, including a memorable Cold Lake Air Show and...
End-of-Year Message from the Chief of the Defence Staff and the CAF Chief Warrant Officer
File Photo As we reflect on the past year, we are deeply proud of the extraordinary dedication and professionalism shown by members of the Defence Team. Your unwavering commitment to serving Canada inspires us every day, exemplifying the strength and resilience that...
Command Team message to families for the Holiday Season
Stock Photo Dear families of the 4 Wing and CFB Cold Lake Defence Team, As we approach the close of 2024, a year filled with milestones and memories, including the Centennial of the Royal Canadian Air Force, we wanted to take this opportunity to express our heartfelt...
Command Team message for the Holiday Season
Stock Photo Dear members of 4 Wing & CFB Cold Lake, As we conclude 2024, a year that marked the Centennial of the Royal Canadian Air Force, we should all take pride in reflecting on the challenges we faced and successes that we achieved together. This holiday...