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Night flying to take place starting October 15th: Public Affairs
File Photo Squadrons from 4 Wing Cold Lake will conduct night flying training over the City of Cold Lake starting October 15 until October 25, 2024. 4 Wing is always mindful of the Lakeland community and this type of training is not intended to disrupt your valuable...
Youth Reporter Competition Launches during National Newspaper Week
Submitted Photo As National Newspaper Week (NNW) celebrates the vital role newspapers play in delivering trustworthy news, the Canadian Forces Newspapers Youth Reporter Competition is back, inviting teens from military families to share their unique perspectives. ...
CAF Sports Day to Energize 4 Wing Cold Lake on October 18th
File Photo Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake is gearing up for the 12th annual Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Sports Day on October 18th, promising a day filled with exciting activities and team-building opportunities for military personnel. This annual event promotes...
Celebrating 2SLGBTQI+ History Month at 4 Wing
Stock Photo Each October, Canada observes 2SLGBTQI+ History Month, celebrating the history, triumphs, and challenges of the 2SLGBTQI+ community both nationally and globally. This observance recognizes the ongoing fight for equality while honoring the contributions...
Making history with the Women and Gender-Diverse Physical Fitness and Wellness Program
Three CAF members, including Lieutenant-General M.H.L Bourgon, Commander, Military Personnel Command on the right, utilizing the PSP facilities and motivating each other - Supplied Photo To mark Women’s History Month, Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare...
CFMWS launches the Support to Sports Participation Grants pilot program
Supplied Photo We’re excited to announce that CFMWS is launching a pilot grant program for participation in sports outside the CAF, aimed at Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members. As part of our financial reprioritization efforts, the program's official launch was...
2024 National Veterans’ Week Speakers Program
Photo from Veterans Affairs Canada Every year, between November 5 and 11, the Canadian Armed Forces and the Department of National Defence support Veterans’ Week activities in many ways, including by delivering the National Veterans’ Week Speakers Program (NVWSP). The...
New Assistant Principal for Art Smith Aviation Academy
Supplied Photo Northern Lights Public Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of Bruce Greengrass as Assistant Principal of Art Smith Aviation Academy. “Bruce brings a deep passion for student engagement and is committed to building strong relationships with...
Truth and Reconciliation Events at CFB Cold Lake: Music, Storytelling, and Cultural Sharing
Photo from the 4 Wing MFRCS/ Facebook Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake will hold special events on Friday, September 27th, in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Defence team members are invited to participate in two key events aimed at...
Prost! 4 Wing Oktoberfest Brings Bavarian Cheer to Cold Lake with Food, Fun, and Festivities
Guests enjoy 4 Wing’s Oktoberfest, hosted at CFB Cold Lake on September 21st - All photos by Mike Marshall / The Courier News Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake was filled with Bavarian spirit on Saturday, September 21st, as 4 Wing's annual Oktoberfest brought...
Ministers of National Defence and Veterans Affairs mark Military Family Appreciation Day
Supplied Photo Today marks the 6th annual Military Family Appreciation Day. On this day, we honour those who might not wear the uniform, but play a critical role in keeping Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members and Veterans strong, ready and supported. While our CAF...
Cold Lake Commemorates Battle of Britain with Ceremony and Parade
Battle of Britain wreaths during the 84th annual Battle of Britain commemorative ceremony on September 15, 2024 at the Cold Lake Legion - All photos by Corporal Brock Curtis, Royal Canadian Air Force Imagery Technician On September 15th, Veterans Memorial Park, near...
The Royal Canadian Mint adds to the commemoration of the 100ᵗʰ Anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force With a New $2 Commemorative Circulation Coin
Image courtesy of the Royal Canadian Mint As the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) marks 100 years as a distinct military institution defending Canada and preserving its freedoms, the Royal Canadian Mint has issued a $2 circulation coin to highlight this historic...
CAF members are invited to participate in the 2024 Survey of Dietary Habits and Nutritional Needs
Supplied Photo Dietary trends and nutrition affect the strength, readiness, and operational effectiveness of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). To better understand and support the requirements of a diverse, inclusive, active, and healthy military population, CAF Food...
Photo Gallery: PSP Summer Camp Participants Tour CFB Cold Lake Fire Hall and Hangar One
Personnel Support Programs Summer Camp attendees are given a tour of the fire hall on August 28, 2024 at Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake, Alberta - All photos by Sailor First Class Amy Langlois, Royal Canadian Navy Imagery Technician On August 28th, participants in the...