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COUNCIL SUPPORTS HOUSING NEEDS ASSESSMENT

Council approved funds to support a housing needs assessment aimed at ensuring that any new supportive housing programs are geared to those who need it most. Read on...
2018 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS APPROVED BY COUNCIL; COMMUNITY REPORT OUT NEXT MONTH

Council approved the Town’s 2018 audited financial statements at their meeting July 8, which showed a modest surplus of $90,530, being directed into a facilities life cycling reserve for replacement of capital assets. Read on...
TOWN RECEIVES PROVINCIAL ANNEXATION APPROVAL

The Town of Cochrane has officially annexed two parcels of land from Rocky View County into the boundary of the Town. Read on...
MASTER PLAN RELEASED FOR HORSE CREEK SPORTS PARK

Rocky View Schools (RVS) and the Town of Cochrane released the Master Site Plan for the future development of the Horse Creek Sports Park, a vision for the quarter section immediately north of Heritage Hills. Read on...
TRANSIT HUB AND INNOVATION CENTRE FIRST STEPS OF TRI-SITE IMPLEMENTATION PLAN

A new transit hub and innovation centre will offer a centrally located transit facility, satellite Town offices and office space dedicated to the incubation of innovative technologies and businesses. Read on...
COCHRANE HIGHWAY PROJECTS ON REGIONAL PRIORITY LIST

Three highway projects in the Town of Cochrane are identified in the top 20 needed in the north Calgary region, according to the North Calgary Regional Transportation Study presented to Council at their June 24 meeting. Read on...
Go Slow on the H2O

Level 1 watering restrictions are in effect year-round, unless otherwise posted. Water outside 5-10am or 7pm-1am ONLY. Additional Info...
COUNCIL SUPPORTS COMMUNITY GRANT FUNDING

A total of 30 local groups were approved for Community Grant funding at the May 27 Council meeting. The Town of Cochrane supports local groups with funding for projects, events or capital expenditures. Read on...
COCHRANE’S POPULATION CONTINUES TO GROW

Cochrane’s population is 29,277 according to the 2019 municipal census. Growth in Cochrane is 4.7%, a decrease from the 5.9% seen in the 2018 census. Read on...
COCHRANE UNVEILS BRANDING FOR FIRST CANADIAN FULLY ON-DEMAND TRANSIT SYSTEM

The Town of Cochrane revealed the name of the new local transit system at the Cochrane Trade Show.

COLT: Cochrane On-Demand Local Transit is the highlight of the Town booth. Read on...
NEVER CHASE THE COLLECTION TRUCK AGAIN

The Town of Cochrane is making it even easier for residents to stay connected about waste management collection and programs. The new My Cochrane Collection tool is an easy way to keep track of waste, recycling and organics schedules. Read on...
COUNCIL SEEKS INPUT ON COMMUNITY VISION

Cochrane Town Council is planning for the future of Cochrane and looking to the community for input. Over the past few months, Council has been working on developing the Cochrane Community Vision — a vision to guide the community into the future. Read on...
COCHRANE’S NEW BRIDGE NAMED FOR COCHRANE EAGLE FOUNDER

Cochrane’s new bridge will be named the Jack Tennant Memorial Bridge. Council announced the name, which was chosen by public vote, at the Council meeting on Monday. Read on...
UPDATE: COCHRANE PEDESTRIAN CROSSING AT HORSE CREEK ROAD

Construction of a public pedestrian crossing at the current private emergency access crossing located at Horse Creek Road and installation of an access pathway on the north side of this crossing is set to be complete summer 2019. Read on...
MAYOR GENUNG VICE CHAIR OF CALGARY METROPOLITAN REGION BOARD

Cochrane Mayor Jeff Genung was recently elected Vice Chair of the Calgary Metropolitan Region Board (CMRB). Mayor Genung applied for the role and was voted in by the Board at the March 22 meeting. Read on...
LAND USE APPROVAL NEXT STEP FOR SUNSET RIDGE SECOND ACCESS

Council approved the land use amendments for Sunset Ridge Stage 3 at their Mar 11 meeting. The variety of land use set out within the neighborhood plan aims to create a complete community, with a mixture of residential, commercial, park and school sites. Read on...
PROVINCIAL FUNDING PAVES THE PATH FOR NEW REGIONAL TRANSIT SERVICE

New provincial funding provides Cochrane with $2.125 million to support the purchase of electric buses to provide accessible regional service delivery into Calgary. Read on...
MASS TRANSIT FEASIBILITY STUDY

A study released Feb 27, 2019 suggests bus or passenger rail transit service between Calgary and Banff National Park (incl. Cochrane) is feasible. More info and full study: banff.ca/masstransit
PENDING ANNEXATION PAVES THE WAY FOR SECONDARY ACCESS TO SUNSET RIDGE

Town Council approved the Sunset Ridge Stage 3 Neighbourhood Plan at the Feb 11 meeting. The Plan provides the framework for a secondary access which works to alleviate traffic congestion and allows for the completion of the Sunset Ridge community. Read on...
ANNEXED QUARTER SECTION OPENS NEW POSSIBILITIES FOR RECREATION SPACES

Town Council has approved work on a master plan for a new quarter section of land the Town is annexing from Rocky View County. The location has been identified for new recreational amenities. Read on...
INCOME TAX VOLUNTEERS CAN HELP

Are you eligible for help at a free tax clinic? If you have a modest income and a simple tax situation, you may be eligible for assistance to do your taxes. Read on...
COCHRANE SHINES AT ALBERTA MID-SIZED CITIES CAUCUS

The Town of Cochrane hosted the Alberta Mid-Sized Cities Mayors’ and CAOs’ caucus. Following formal meetings, attendees enjoyed the Cochrane Soiree — an event showcasing Cochrane’s high-tech community, specialty liquor producers and local restaurants. Read on...
SAFE COACH PROGRAM NOW INCLUDES SUPPORTIVE ROOMATES

Youth at risk of homelessness will soon have another option for shelter in Cochrane. The Safe Coach program is building a list of supportive roommates to go with the list of host homes for youth who need a place to stay because of conflict at home. Read on...
2019 BUDGET FOCUSES ON INFRASTRUCTURE AND CONNECTIVITY

The 2019-2021 budget addresses current infrastructure projects and builds reserves for future infrastructure needs to support our growing community.
Town Council approved the 2019 budget at their meeting last night, with a 2.98% property tax increase. Read on...
WATCH THE TRI-SITE CONCEPT REVEAL VIDEO

The Tr-Site Concept was revealed Nov 27. Watch the video or go to LetsTalkCochrane.ca/Tri-Site for more information.
COUNCIL APPROVES LOCAL ON-DEMAND TRANSIT SYSTEM

Cochrane Council gave Administration the green light to move ahead with a local on-demand transit system. Council directed Administration to negotiate and enter into a contract for a local on-demand transit system with Southland Transportation. Read on...
HIGHWAY INTERSECTION WORK GOING AHEAD: MINISTER OF TRANSPORTATION

Mayor Jeff Genung got the news he was looking for at last week's AUMA conference in Red Deer.
The Minister of Transportation confirmed that funding is in place for the design and construction of the Highway 1A and 22 intersection. Read on...
TOWN RETAINS OWNERSHIP TO OLD TOWN HALL LANDS

Despite consistent efforts on behalf of both the Town of Cochrane and Madlee Developments Ltd. the sale of the Old Town Hall lands will not close and title will remain with the Town. Read on...
COUNCIL MEETING LIVE-STREAMING STARTS AUGUST 13

Soon you’ll be able to watch Council meetings from any connected device, thanks to new equipment installed in Cochrane Council Chambers. Council meetings will be live-streamed starting Monday August 13. Read on...
COUNCIL APPROVES MOVING FORWARD ON TRANSIT PLANS

The Town is moving ahead to make plans for local transit, with the support of provincial funding. The Town was approved for $9 million in provincial GreenTRIP funding in 2011 to create local and regional transit service and build a transit terminal. More...

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Flexxaire Step 'n Stride Cochrane
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Helping Hand Society of Cochrane and Area Fall Food Drive
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Cochrane Terry Fox Run 2019

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WATCH COUNCIL MEETINGS ONLINE

COUNCIL SUPPORTS HOUSING NEEDS ASSESSMENT

2018 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS APPROVED BY COUNCIL; COMMUNITY REPORT OUT NEXT MONTH

TOWN RECEIVES PROVINCIAL ANNEXATION APPROVAL

MASTER PLAN RELEASED FOR HORSE CREEK SPORTS PARK

TRANSIT HUB AND INNOVATION CENTRE FIRST STEPS OF TRI-SITE IMPLEMENTATION PLAN

COCHRANE HIGHWAY PROJECTS ON REGIONAL PRIORITY LIST

Go Slow on the H2O

COUNCIL SUPPORTS COMMUNITY GRANT FUNDING

COCHRANE’S POPULATION CONTINUES TO GROW

COCHRANE UNVEILS BRANDING FOR FIRST CANADIAN FULLY ON-DEMAND TRANSIT SYSTEM

NEVER CHASE THE COLLECTION TRUCK AGAIN

COUNCIL SEEKS INPUT ON COMMUNITY VISION

COCHRANE’S NEW BRIDGE NAMED FOR COCHRANE EAGLE FOUNDER

UPDATE: COCHRANE PEDESTRIAN CROSSING AT HORSE CREEK ROAD

MAYOR GENUNG VICE CHAIR OF CALGARY METROPOLITAN REGION BOARD

LAND USE APPROVAL NEXT STEP FOR SUNSET RIDGE SECOND ACCESS

PROVINCIAL FUNDING PAVES THE PATH FOR NEW REGIONAL TRANSIT SERVICE

MASS TRANSIT FEASIBILITY STUDY

PENDING ANNEXATION PAVES THE WAY FOR SECONDARY ACCESS TO SUNSET RIDGE

ANNEXED QUARTER SECTION OPENS NEW POSSIBILITIES FOR RECREATION SPACES

INCOME TAX VOLUNTEERS CAN HELP

COCHRANE SHINES AT ALBERTA MID-SIZED CITIES CAUCUS

SAFE COACH PROGRAM NOW INCLUDES SUPPORTIVE ROOMATES

2019 BUDGET FOCUSES ON INFRASTRUCTURE AND CONNECTIVITY

WATCH THE TRI-SITE CONCEPT REVEAL VIDEO

COUNCIL APPROVES LOCAL ON-DEMAND TRANSIT SYSTEM

HIGHWAY INTERSECTION WORK GOING AHEAD: MINISTER OF TRANSPORTATION

TOWN RETAINS OWNERSHIP TO OLD TOWN HALL LANDS

COUNCIL MEETING LIVE-STREAMING STARTS AUGUST 13

COUNCIL APPROVES MOVING FORWARD ON TRANSIT PLANS

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