Vancouver funeral honors soldier killed in CFB Wainwright fire

Vancouver funeral honors soldier killed in CFB Wainwright fire

Global News reported that a funeral in Vancouver honored Private Aidan Goulding, 23, who died in a grass fire during live-fire training at CFB Wainwright, as his mother and officials presented tributes and a Memorial Cross. Earlier, his remains were flown to Vancouver from the Alberta base, where police and fire personnel attended, Global News said. Earlier in the week, a funeral in Prince Albert commemorated Private Shaun Farrell, another victim of the same fire, with provincial premier Scott Moe and military representatives delivering remarks, according to Global News.

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Shaun Farrell James Cressall Scott Moe Alanna Ross Eric Schmalz Bill Powalinsky 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry Saskatchewan legislature

Locations

Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Canada Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

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November 08, 2026
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Funeral held for Canadian soldier killed in Wainwright training fire
Funeral held for Canadian soldier killed in Wainwright training fire

CBC • 08 Nov 23:00

Hundreds attended the service for Private Aidan Goulding, 23, who died in a grass fire at CFB Wainwright, with his mother and relatives recalling his life and the loss of three other soldiers.

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Mother honors Canadian soldier killed in CFB Wainwright fire
Mother honors Canadian soldier killed in CFB Wainwright fire

Global News • 08 Nov 21:02

A funeral in Vancouver paid tribute to Private Aidan Goulding, one of four soldiers who died when a grass fire broke out during live-fire training at CFB Wainwright.

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Funeral held in Vancouver for Canadian soldier killed in Alberta base fire
Funeral held in Vancouver for Canadian soldier killed in Alberta base fire

CityNews Toronto • 08 Nov 11:00

A funeral in Vancouver honored Private Aidan Goulding, one of four soldiers who died in a grass fire at CFB Wainwright, while family members remembered his personality and aspirations.

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November 04, 2026
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Private Aidan Goulding's Remains Returned to British Columbia After CFB Wainwright Fire
Private Aidan Goulding's Remains Returned to British Columbia After CFB Wainwright Fire

Global News • 04 Nov 23:24

The body of Private Aidan Goulding, killed in the October grass fire at CFB Wainwright, was flown to Vancouver and taken to a funeral service, with police and fire officials attending to show solidarity.

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Canadian soldier Shaun Farrell honored at funeral in Prince Albert
Canadian soldier Shaun Farrell honored at funeral in Prince Albert

paNOW • 04 Nov 19:31

Private Shaun Farrell was remembered by family, friends, and officials in Prince Albert, where a military service highlighted his dedication and the community’s gratitude.

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Private Shaun Farrell laid to rest in Prince Albert after CFB Wainwright tragedy
Private Shaun Farrell laid to rest in Prince Albert after CFB Wainwright tragedy

Global News • 04 Nov 19:06

The funeral for Private Shaun Farrell, one of four soldiers killed in the October 17 fire at CFB Wainwright, was held in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, with tributes from military leaders and the provincial premier.

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