Cold Lake News

The City of Cold Lake council has voted to provide a letter of support to Cold Lake First Nations for an upcoming expansion of Casino Dene.

As part of National Police Week, which runs from May 12 to 18, the Cold Lake RCMP is reaching out to the community with a special event designed to bring people together and offer insight into the work they do.

The City of Cold Lake is embracing a fresh new look along Highway 28, with the installation of decorative sails, designed to reflect the spirit of the community. 

Cold Lake and District Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) hosted an Emergency Preparedness event, bringing together residents and emergency response teams to enhance the community's resilience and readiness for emergencies.  

In early May, Cold Lake Fire Rescue (CLFR) took a step in enhancing their water rescue capabilities by conducting a surface water rescue training on the Beaver River.  

A CF-18 was moved through Cold Lake the morning of May 8, on its way to the Cold Lake Museums.

Cold Lake First Nation’s John N.A. Janvier School hosted its first Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) Awareness Walk on May 3.

The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) is celebrating its centennial year, which included the unveiling of the 2024 CF-18 Hornet Demonstration Team aircraft at 4 Wing Cold Lake on May 3. 

On May 1, the Lakeland Ride for Dad held its Media Kick Off Event to generate excitement and support for upcoming activities aimed at raising awareness and funds for prostate cancer research.  

Rick Janvier, a member of the Cold Lake First Nations from Treaty 6 territory, addressed City of Cold Lake council to request support for an upcoming event aimed at fostering stronger relationships between First Nations and non-First Nations communities.