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Win a Student Experience at the Invictus Games
Supplied Photo As we lead into Remembrance Day, we take the time to acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of those who served their country, on and off the battlefield. This year, ATCO is offering a new way for Alberta students to share their feelings about the heroes...
Sound the Alarm: 4 Wing Fire Service Highlights Smoke Alarms in Fire Prevention Week
4 Wing Fire Service members Sergeant Adam McAloney (left) and Aviator Madison Préfontaine talk with students at Art Smith Aviation Academy during Fire Prevention Week at CFB Cold Lake - Photo by Mike Marshall / The Courier News The 4 Wing Fire Service took fire safety...
Dining Services Relocated as All Ranks Kitchen deals with building issues
The 4 Wing Officers' Mess - File Photo Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Cold Lake has announced that the All Ranks Kitchen will be temporarily closing due to ongoing infrastructure issues. The last meal served at the All Ranks Kitchen was supper on October 6th. From October...
Conflict Solutions and Services are here to support you on International Conflict Resolution Day – and everyday!
Stock Photo Defence Team members deserve to work in a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful workplace. Each year, International Conflict Resolution Day (ICRD) is observed on the third Thursday of October, offering Defence Team members an opportunity to take stock of...
Padre’s Ponderings: Thanksgiving
Stock Photo Once again, the rolling calendar snags a 30lb. turkey. Yes, it’s Thanksgiving! When the Pilgrims scraped hull on the sands of the ‘New World’ on December 11, 1620, they picked a pretty poor time to arrive in what would one day be Massachusetts. Winter...
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...