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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...
Celebrate Excellence in Sports: 4 Wing Sports Awards Nominations Open
File Photo The 4 Wing Sports Awards are back, providing a platform to honor the exceptional athletic talent and dedication within the CFB Cold Lake community. This annual tradition recognizes athletes, coaches, officials, and teams who have demonstrated remarkable...
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...
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...
4 Wing Chaplains Spread Holiday Cheer with Successful Christmas Hamper and Angel Tree Campaigns
CFB Cold Lake Chaplains pose in front of the Cold Lake Food Bank vehicle after a successful Christmas Hamper and Angel Tree campaign - Supplied Photo The 4 Wing Chaplains' annual Christmas Hamper and Angel Tree programs have once again brought holiday cheer to the...
Holiday Spirit Shines at Annual Officers vs. NCM Hockey Game
Players line up for the ceremonial puck drop at the Officers vs. NCM Hockey Game, held at CFB Cold Lake. (Back row, from left) 4 Wing Commander Colonel Mark Hickey, Sarah Chileen and Sheldon Tuttosi of Cenovus Energy, 4 Wing Chief Warrant Officer Dipen Mistry and Todd...
Gingerbread Junction Brings Holiday Cheer to CFB Cold Lake
A young guest visits with Santa Claus at the Gingerbread Junction event on December 14th at CFB Cold Lake - All photos by Mike Marshall / The Courier News The Mackenzie Arts and Community Centre at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake was transformed into a festive...
Holiday Creativity on Display: The 2024 Christmas Decorating Challenge Honorable Mentions
Yesterday, we revealed the winners of the 2024 Courier News Christmas Office Decorating Challenge, but the holiday spirit was alive in every corner of the base! This gallery showcases the incredible creativity and effort from all the other teams who took part. From...
CFB Cold Lake Hosts International Day for Persons with Disabilities Event
Canadian Armed Forces members view a presentation from Veterans Affairs during the International Day for Persons with Disabilities presentation at the Wing Theatre in 4 Wing Cold Lake, Alberta on 03 December 2024 - Photo Credit: Sailor First Class Amy Langlois, Royal...
Winners Announced for 2024 Courier News Christmas Office Decorating Challenge
4 Wing Commander Colonel Mark Hickey and 4 Wing Chief Warrant Officer Dipen Mistry pose with 4 Wing PSP Corporate Services Manager Janae Wandler and members from both 1 Dental Unit/ 22 Canadian Forces Health Services (left) and 4 Operations Support Squadron CLAWR Ops...
The CD turns 75 and shows a new face!
The Canadian Forces’ Decoration - Supplied Photo The Canadian Forces’ Decoration, commonly known as the CD, is the most ubiquitous of all Canadian honours. The familiar ten-sided golden decoration with its distinctive red ribbon bearing three thin white stripes has...