Summary: As the Cold Lake gets ready to welcome visitors for its "Full Throttle Fesitval" and CFB Cold Lake's bi-annual air show, the city is doing its best to remain the tourism and retail hub for the Lakeland district. However, even with thousands working and living on the forces base, the city has taken its share of a financial hit with the downturn in the oil industry. Last year, Cold Lake's mayor, Craig Copeland ran unopposed for re-election but that doesnt mean he hasn't had to contend with some big challenges. So, with more on why the mayor says Cold Lake is still a vibrant place to live, Russell Bowers spoke with Craig Copeland at the Officers Mess on Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake.
