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Global News
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Global News
CF Snowbirds to put on a show over Edmonton on Wednesday
See more sharing options Send this page to someone via email Share this item on Twitter Share this item via WhatsApp Share this item on Facebook Heads up, Edmonton — the Canadian Forces Snowbirds are coming to town on Wednesday evening. The aerial team said it will be bringing the pride, precision and teamwork of the Canadian Forces to the skies above Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, but will be visible from many areas of the River Valley and downtown. The Royal Canadian Air Force team will begin their show over the downtown core on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. 'We'll be flying a 15–20 minute non-aerobatic display featuring our signature tight formations and smooth formation changes; the kind of performance that showcases teamwork, skill, and professionalism of your Canadian Armed Forces,' the group said in a post on its social media. Story continues below advertisement The Snowbirds were first created in 1971 and have performed at airshows in Canada and the U.S. for decades. They fly the Canadair CT-114 Tutor, a jet that was used by the Canadian Forces as 'basic pilot-training aircraft' between 1963 and 2000. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy The CF Snowbirds, 431 Air Demonstration Squadron, are based in Moose Jaw and comprised of Canadian Armed Forces members and National Defence Public Service employees. Representing the Army, Navy and Air Force, the Snowbirds team includes pilots, technicians (aviation, avionics, aircraft structure, supply), mobile support operators, resource management support clerks, an engineering officer, a logistics officer and a public affairs officer.
CTV News
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Canadian Snowbirds flying over Edmonton in non-aerobatic display on Wednesday
You'll hear it before you see it: The Canadian Forces Snowbirds will be flying over the capital city on Wednesday for a 15-minute non-aerobatic show. 'This gives us an opportunity to fly over this wonderful city, a city that supports its military quite well, and really show our appreciation,' said Captain Phil Rochon. 'If we can maybe inspire a resident of Edmonton or a visitor in Edmonton to seek their dreams, whether it be in aviation or the military, that's our job, job accomplished.' The flyover will happen at 5:30 p.m. in the sky above Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, but still visible from downtown and the river valley. It will last around 15 to 20 minutes. Roshan says there won't be an airshow in Edmonton this year so this will be the only time people will get to see the iconic Snowbirds in the sky. Non-aerobatic means the planes won't be performing maneuvers and it's not intended for exhibition or a competition, rather, the planes will only be flying in a standard way. It will feature their 'signature tight formation and smooth formation changes – the kind of performance that showcases teamwork, skill and professionalism,' a social media post read. The snowbirds have a rich history and have been giving Canadians a show for 54 years. The team of 26 people includes pilots and safety pilots. 'It really takes a whole team to be able to move around and we're changing cities, usually once or twice a week. It is a very big undertaking,' Roshan said. The Snowbirds have a busy schedule and will be performing over 40 times this summer, including in the U.S. Their next few stops will be in B.C., including the Abbotsford air show.
CTV News
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Snowbirds hold airshow for hometown crowd
Snowbirds hold airshow for hometown crowd WATCH: The Canadian Forces Snowbirds are in the swing of their summer tour schedule but were still able to make a stop near their home base.
CTV News
14-07-2025
- Sport
- CTV News
Canadian Forces Snowbirds hold hometown show, welcome new commanding officer
Former Snowbirds pilot Guillaume Paquet is the newest commanding officer for the team. (GarethDillistone/CTVNews) The Canadian Forces Snowbirds held a weekend show in their hometown as part of efforts to expand the Moose Jaw Municipal Airport. It was also the first show for the team's new commanding officer, Lt.-Col. Guillaume Paquet. Paquet took command on Friday and called it an honour and privilege to put on the uniform and represent the Snowbirds and all Canadians. 'It's a real pleasure I am excited, [we have] a lot of things coming up, so can't ask for a better job, it's the best job in the Air Force,' Paquet said. Paquet is not new to the Snowbirds; he first applied and was selected to the team in 2012 and first flew with the team in 2013. 'After that, I had to give my position to someone else and it's a big wheel, so we have to give opportunities to others who follow behind to get the chance to do the same job,' he explained. Flying with the Snowbirds in the past, Paquet feels he will be able to approach his role of commanding officer with understanding. 'Having done the job before I can connect in a different way with the team, I understand what the challenges are, I understand how the big machine is working so I can make better informed decisions because I have been in their shoes, I understand their struggles I understand their challenges.' Performing at home, in Moose Jaw, is always exciting for the team. 'This is our home base, this is our crowd, unfortunately in the last couple years we haven't really had the chance to perform for our hometown,' Paquet said. 'So, I think this is a great opportunity and I think we should probably repeat that same formula in the years to come so that the people supporting us [who are] a part of our community can see what we do.' Expand Autoplay 1 of 7 Snowbirds in Moose Jaw The CF Snowbirds perform in Moose Jaw on July 12, 2025. (GarethDillistone/CTVNews) Snowbirds in Moose Jaw The CF Snowbirds perform in Moose Jaw on July 12, 2025. (GarethDillistone/CTVNews) Snowbirds in Moose Jaw The CF Snowbirds perform in Moose Jaw on July 12, 2025. (GarethDillistone/CTVNews) Snowbirds in Moose Jaw The CF Snowbirds perform in Moose Jaw on July 12, 2025. (GarethDillistone/CTVNews) Snowbirds in Moose Jaw The CF Snowbirds perform in Moose Jaw on July 12, 2025. (GarethDillistone/CTVNews) Snowbirds in Moose Jaw The CF Snowbirds perform in Moose Jaw on July 12, 2025. (GarethDillistone/CTVNews) Snowbirds in Moose Jaw The CF Snowbirds perform in Moose Jaw on July 12, 2025. (GarethDillistone/CTVNews) Saturday's show in Moose Jaw marked the last Saskatchewan performance for the 2025 season, according to the Snowbirds' schedule. They'll head to B.C. and Alberta for the remainder of July. The season will wrap up with a show from Oct. 11-12 in San Francisco.
CBC
06-07-2025
- Politics
- CBC
Can rising patriotism save the Snowbirds?
As the Canadian government weighs whether to replace the Snowbirds' aging fleet of Tutor jets — scheduled to be retired from service in 2030 — some say a surge in national pride may make a difference.
