🇨🇦 THEY STOOD ON GUARD 🇨🇦 Four Fallen Soldiers — CFB Wainwright, Alberta October 17, 2026 Canada mourns the loss of four Canadian soldiers who died on October 17, 2026, during a live-fire military training exercise at CFB Wainwright, Alberta. The tragedy unfolded as a rapidly spreading fire, driven by powerful winds, overtook personnel on the training grounds. The exact circumstances remain under investigation. The four were serving with the 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry, and the Loyal Edmonton Regiment. Today, we remember not just their service, but the lives, dreams, and families behind their uniforms. 🇨🇦 Private Hayden Lykkemark — Langley, British Columbia Hayden dreamed of a future career in law enforcement. He and fellow soldier Shaun Farrell were best friends, serving together and ultimately losing their lives in the same tragedy. Their friendship is a heartbreaking reminder of the bonds forged through military service. 🇨🇦 Private Shaun Farrell — Prince Albert, Saskatchewan A young soldier whose future was full of promise, Shaun proudly chose a life of service. His mother, Patricia, shared a photograph of her smiling son in uniform alongside a simple, heartbreaking message: “Love you my darling child.” 🇨🇦 Private Aidan Goulding, 23 — North Vancouver, British Columbia An accomplished athlete and mechanic, Aidan left a promising civilian career because he wanted to serve his country. His family remembered his contagious laugh, cheeky smile, and ability to lift everyone’s spirits. He dreamed of joining Special Operations and later working with CSIS. 🇨🇦 Sergeant Morgan Wong, 26 — Edmonton, Alberta A member of the Loyal Edmonton Regiment, Morgan joined the Canadian Armed Forces in 2017. He had already served in Latvia and was preparing to return to Europe. A university graduate, financial analyst, and volunteer first responder, he was remembered by his family as someone who was always there when others needed him. Thirty-nine other Canadian Armed Forces members were injured, many critically. Our thoughts remain with them, their families, and the medical teams working tirelessly to help them recover. Four Canadians from different communities, united by a common commitment to serve. They were sons, brothers, friends, and comrades. They had ambitions, plans, and lives still waiting to be lived. Their service will not be forgotten. Rest in peace, gentlemen. We will remember them. 🇨🇦 📷 Pictured from left to right: Private Hayden Lykkemark, Private Shaun Farrell, Private Aidan Goulding, and Sergeant Morgan Wong. #TheyStoodOnGuard #LestWeForget #CanadianArmy