Cochrane Community Vision

The Cochrane Community Vision is a long-term vision for Cochrane that will build community ownership, drive decision-making and direct investment.

The vision was formally adopted by Council on November 12, 2019.

Community Aspirations:
	Identity distinguishes our town in the region: small town values western heritage charm sense of arrival wide-open spaces
	Open spaces & natural areas stewardship protects the landscape within our town and beyond: dramatic landscape with rolling hills and treed escarpments connected and accessible network of natural areas protected waterways
	Livability creates a complete community for residents and businesses in our town: strong, resilient and robust community diverse housing options complete community amenities
	Vibrant economy attracts people to experience our town’s energy, history and culture: thriving employment hubs dynamic downtown core innovative industry business friendly approach vibrant shops and restaurants
	Connectivity promotes health and well-being: multi-modal transportation options connections between communities strong social networks and community spirit

aspiration maps
	Green corridors These lands represent the dramatic natural corridors within our community and beyond. Preserving and enhancing this ecosystem creates amenities for everyone’s benefit.
	Complete community Focusing people in our core drives a vibrant, active and walkable residential and business community. Moving away from the core allows for lower density neighbourhoods, ensuring driver housing options in our community.
	Future town boundary Growth for the next 30 years is anticipated within the Town’s existing boundaries. Beyond 30 years, our community may require additional land to support future commercial, light industrial, residential needs and open space needs. These identified lands represent a natural extension of our community.
	Rural character areas These lands function as key gateways into our community and help define Cochrane within the region. This contributes to maintaining a unique identity with rural character. The Town will collaborate with our neighbours to ensure development within this area reinforces the rural character of these lands.