Cochrane Connect Card

Cochrane Connect Card is formerly known as Access Card

Improving access to affordable transportation, recreation and services

The Cochrane Connect Card is an initiative that contributes to the overall wellbeing of Cochrane and Area residents. The card allows lower income individuals and families access to a variety of services and programs at a reduced rate.

Information for Residents

WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PROGRAM?

Eligibility is based on your income. You will be asked to provide the following:

Proof of income for all adult household members: eg. Canada Revenue Notice of Assessment (with line 150), Income Support.
Proof of address within the Town of Cochrane and surrounding area: mortgage agreement, lease agreement or current bill showing name & address (date within 3 months).

Household Composition	Level 1 Eligibility (12 months)	Level 2 Eligibility (12 months)
1 person	$26,426	$43,500
2 persons	$32,898	$53,500
3 persons	$40,444	$58,500
4 persons	$49,106	$72,500 (max)
5 persons	$55,694
6 persons	$62,814
7 persons	$69,934
7+ persons	(add $7,120 for each addition)

HOW DO I APPLY FOR THE PROGRAM?

Call to book an appointment with a Resource Worker:
If you have children aged 0-18, call Cochrane and Area Family Resource Network (FRN) at 403-851-2265.
127 First Avenue, Cochrane, AB
www.cochrane.ca/FRN
If you are an individual, family with children 18+, older adult or rural resident call Cochrane Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) at 403-851-2250.
209 Second Avenue, Cochrane, AB
www.cochrane.ca/FCSS
TO RE-APPLY: You must provide a Notice of Assessment from your previous year's tax return. (If you need assistance with tax preparation, you can inquire about our Volunteer Tax Program. Residents who have low income and simple tax situations are eligible.)

HOW ARE DISCOUNTS DETERMINED?

Each business/organization will determine what discount they are able and willing to provide
Eligibility determines what level you qualify for

WHAT SERVICES AND SUPPORTS CAN I ACCESS WITH THIS PROGRAM?

Town of Cochrane Programs	Level 1 Discount	Level 2 Discount
Cochrane's Local On-Demand Transit System (COLT)	25% off books of 10 tickets or monthly pass	N/A
Cochrane FCSS & FRN - Volunteer Income Tax Program Different eligibility - find out if you qualify: 403-851-2250	Free	N/A

* Discounts/offers are subject to change
* Cannot be used in combination with other subsidies or discounts

Partner Programs	Level 1 Discount	Level 2 Discount
Anything Grows	10%	10%
Bar Jo Ranch (2 day, weekend horse camps)	25%	25%
Cochrane Garage (excludes oil changes) *Cochrane Garage reserves the right to verify the Connect Card participants match with the vehicle's registered owner.	25% off labour 10% off parts	25% off labour 10% off parts
Cochrane Integrated Arts Society	50%	25%
Cochrane Minor Basketball Association (Applies to registration fees only)	50%	50%
Cochrane Minor Hockey Association	N/A - Can use Jumpstart, Kidsport and/or Lindsay's Kids - Lindsay Kimmett Memorial Foundation - visit Sport & Activities Subsidies	$100 off registration
Cochrane Movie House	Admitted for lowest daily price	Admitted for lowest daily price
Cochrane Public Library	Free Membership	Free Membership
Cochrane Rangers Soccer (Adult) (Registration fees)	25%	25%
Global Pet Foods	15%	10%
Home Treasures	20%	10%
LifeCraft Therapy	30% (use code CC30 when booking online)	20% (use code CC20 when booking online)
My Mobile Dental Hygienist	25%	25%
Roll (E-Scooter & E-Bikes)	50%	50%
Shredz Shop (summer camps only)	100%	50%
Snap Dance Studios (Sessional classes)	50%	25%
Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Centre	50% Membership only	25% Membership only
Two Pharmacy and Natural Market (excludes prescriptions and sale priced items)	10%	10%

* Discounts/offers are subject to change
* Cannot be used in combination with other subsidies or discounts
* GST is not included