Cold Lake News

Under a hot summer sun, Cold Lake First Nations kicked off its annual Treaty Days celebration on July 11 with powerful reflections, cultural pride, and emotional calls for unity, remembrance, and action.

City of Cold Lake council approved a budget amendment to secure funding for a new rescue truck for the City’s fire services during the July 8 regular meeting.

COLD LAKE – An extra $70,000 is being added to the Thomas Varughese Field Drainage Improvement project to help fix ongoing drainage issues that have delayed spring openings and increased maintenance.

The City of Cold Lake approved two community grant applications under the Community Recreation, Art, Culture and Heritage Investment Grant Policy, known as the CRACH program.

City of Cold Lake council passed a resolution to transfer $1.6 million from the 2025 Street Improvement Program to the Lakeshore Drive Infrastructure Improvements Phase 1B project at its July 8 regular meeting, ensuring the major waterfront overhaul stays on track for completion.

A fast-growing wildfire ignited late in the morning on July 9 within the Cold Lake Air Weapons Range (CLAWR), limiting access to the Primrose Lake area as emergency crews work to contain the blaze.

A push to restore traditional Dené names to local waterways sparked discussion at the City of Cold Lake’s June 17 Corporate Priorities Committee meeting.

A shelter in place that was put in place on Tuesday night in a Cold Lake neighbourhood ended a couple of hours later and was resolved.

Cold Lake recently played host to visitors from its sister city, Hugelsheim, Germany. The delegation's visit focused on deepening the international relationship and experiencing the unique charm of Alberta’s Lakeland region.

In a decision that has sparked both support and concern, Cold Lake City Council has approved a development permit to transform the former Stepping Stones Crisis Centre into a supportive living accommodation.