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E-BIKES ROLLING INTO COCHRANE JUNE 17

Cochrane, AB – Cochrane is excited to announce the arrival of electronic bikes to community streets. 

Starting on June 17, e-bikes will be added to the Cochrane-wide fleet, providing up to 40 bikes across the serviceable areas. The elect...

TOWN OF COCHRANE PREPARES FOR POTENTIAL RAINFALL IMPACTS

Cochrane, AB – Cochrane continues to closely monitor the significant rainfall in the forecast for the Kananaskis region, and the Bow River basin, west of Cochrane. 

The Town has begun preparations for the precipitation by lowering levels...

PUBLIC HEARING FOR GLENVISTA PEAK LAND USE REDESIGNATION

A public hearing was held on June 7 for a proposed land use amendment within the community of Gleneagles. The property, commonly known as the 'Jones Estate' or more recently as ‘Glenvista Peak’ is approximately 4 acre...

PROPERTY TAX NOTICES ON THE WAY

Cochrane, AB – Starting this week, Cochrane property owners can find their property tax bill in the mail. The Town of Cochrane mailed 15,260 residential and non-residential 2022 property tax notices on May 30. The property tax payment deadline i...

COCHRANE CELEBRATES SENIORS’ WEEK JUNE 6-12

Cochrane, AB – Cochrane’s Family & Community Support Services is partnering with several organizations to host a week-long Seniors’ Week celebration of unique activities for seniors to enjoy. 

During the week of June 6-12, a range of events an...

LET’S TALK ABOUT THE 2022-2025 COCHRANE STRATEGIC PLAN

Cochrane, AB – Cochranites are invited to share their feedback on the draft 2022-2025 Cochrane Strategic Plan, as Council and Administration seek to set a long-term future focused vision for our community. 

Following the recent 2021 elec...

A NEW INCLUSIVE PLAYGROUND IS COMING TO CENTENNIAL PARK SOON

Cochrane, AB – Starting today, a section of the Centennial Park playground will be temporarily closed for construction in order to build a new inclusive playground for the community. 

The project, in coordination with Variety Charity, ai...

HELP SHAPE THE 2023 OPERATING BUDGET: PROVIDE YOUR FEEDBACK ON COCHRANE SERVICES

Cochrane, AB – Cochrane invites residents to provide their feedback on Cochrane services as a first step in developing the 2023 operating budget. 

In drafting the budget, Administration aims to understand the community's desired level of service t...

COUNCIL ADOPTS 2022 TAX RATE BYLAW & ESTABLISHES 2022 TAX RATES

Cochrane, AB – The 2022 property tax rates were set at the May 9 Council meeting. The tax rates are applied to individual property assessments to determine a property owner’s annual property taxes.  

The 2022 municipal tax levy...

NEW GRANT SUPPORTS ADDITIONAL FEATURES AT THE COCHRANE CROSSING STATION

Cochrane, AB – The Town of Cochrane is the recipient of $750,000 in federal funding through the Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF). 

The CCRF is a two-year program created to revitalize communities across Canada and is being del...

BE READY FOR ANYTHING: EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS WEEK

Running from May 1 to 7, Emergency Preparedness Week is an opportunity for everyone to ensure they are prepared to protect themselves, their family and their community during an emergency. With 41 per cent of Albertans feeling unprepared for emergency sit...

TOWN HIGHLIGHTS EMPATHY FOR MENTAL HEALTH WEEK

Today launches the Town of Cochrane’s participation in National Mental Health Week. The one-week campaign, running from May 2-8 promotes ‘GettingReal’ about mental health, focusing on how empathy can have a positive impact on the mental health of others.&...

ANNOUNCING MAYOR’S 2022 STATE OF THE TOWN ADDRESS

The two-hour event features appetizers, cash bar, video presentation, engagement opportunities and the Mayor’s address. Additional networking time with Mayor Genung, Council and members of the Town’s senior leadership team, as well as community business l...

CELEBRATING NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK

(Cochrane, AB) – Cochrane is celebrating National Volunteer Week by recognizing all the local volunteers who devote their time to supporting and building community spirit. 

From April 24-31, “Empathy in Action,” is an...

EARTHWORKS RESUME TO SUPPORT ADVANCEMENT OF THE HWY 1A/22 INTERCHANGE PROJECT

(Cochrane, AB) – In coming weeks, a contractor will mobilize to the interchange site to continue earthworks required to build the Cochrane Interchange loop ramps.

Site preparation will occur on the northeast quadrant to support the upcoming proje...

COCHRANE WELCOMES BACK E-SCOOTER PILOT PROJECT FOR A SECOND YEAR

Cochrane, AB – After a successful 2021 launch, the Town of Cochrane is pleased to welcome back the e-scooter pilot project on March 25, with Canadian company, Roll. 

This pilot project supports the Town’s environmental and transportation goals by ...

GET READY COCHRANE - STREET SWEEPING STARTS APRIL 25

Cochrane, AB – Spring is here, and residential street cleaning is scheduled to start Monday April 25 at 8am. 

Each subdivision will be scheduled for a single day of sweeping outside of the areas waste and recycling or organics collection...

FREE INCOME TAX SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE NOW

Cochrane, AB – The Town of Cochrane is pleased to announce that the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) is back for another year, offering eligible residents help filing their personal taxes. 

For over 15 years, both the Famil...

TEMPORARY PATIO PILOT PROGRAM EXTENDED FOR A SECOND YEAR

(Cochrane, AB) – After a successful first year, Cochrane’s temporary patio pilot program will continue for the 2022 patio season.  

Under this pilot program, local food and beverage establishments will once again have the oppor...

TOWN ADOPTS NEW MODERNIZED LAND USE BYLAW

(Cochrane, AB) – Following nearly four years of research, consultation and public engagement, the Town of Cochrane has formally adopted a new modernized land use bylaw. 

The Land Use Bylaw review and rewrite project was initiated by Town...

TOWN SUPPORTS ADVANCEMENT OF THE HWY 1A/22 INTERCHANGE PROJECT

(Cochrane, AB) – To support the Provincial Highway 1A/22 interchange project, the Town is coordinating the removal of approximately 20 highway-adjacent trees in the project area to support project advancement.  

“Council and Administration continu...

UTILITY FEES COMPLEMENT COST OF PROVIDING SERVICE

(Cochrane, AB) – Effective March 1, 2022, Town of Cochrane utility fees will be increasing to reflect the current cost of providing the service. 

 While the impact will vary from household-to-household dependent on the specific ...

VIDEO SERIES SPOTLIGHTS CONTRIBUTION VOLUNTEERS, COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS MAKE TO COCHRANE

Cochrane, AB — One of the many great things about Cochrane is the hundreds of passionate volunteers and the dozens of non-profit, community organizations that make a huge contribution to the quality of life in Cochrane. 

Starting this We...

COCHRANE: THE FASTEST GROWING COMMUNITY IN ALBERTA

(Cochrane, AB) – Cochrane’s desirability as a mid-sized Alberta community is reflected in the 24.5% growth rate experienced between 2016 and 2021.  

According to the 2021 federal census results released on February 9, 32,199 re...

APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR COMMUNITY GRANT FUNDING

(Cochrane, AB) – Applications are now being accepted for the new Community Investment Grant Program aimed at providing financial support to local groups. 

The program funds projects, events or capital expenditures del...

STRUCTURE FIRE AT COCHRANE RAMADA HOTEL

 Cochrane, AB – On February 6, 2022, at approximately 2pm Cochrane Fire Services responded to a structure fire at the Ramada Hotel in Cochrane.

Upon arrival, firefighters found heavy smoke and fire coming from the eaves and roof of the b...

TIME TO RENEW YOUR ANIMAL LICENCE

Cochrane, AB – Cochrane pet owners can expect to receive their 2022 animal licence renewal notice this week. Under the Town’s Animal Bylaw, all dogs and cats are required to be licensed.   

In 2021, the Town ...

ALBERTA HEALTH SERVICES TO UPDATE COUNCIL ON EMS INITIATIVES

Representatives from Alberta Health Services (AHS) Emergency Medical Services (EMS) will be in attendance to provide an update to Cochrane Town Council at the Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday, February 7.

Randy Bryksa, Associate Executive Director ...

2022 PROPERTY ASSESSMENT NOTICES ON THEIR WAY

(Cochrane, AB) – Cochrane property owners can anticipate receiving their 2022 property assessment notice in their mailbox within the next week. This year, the average residential single-family assessment increased by 8.73%, while the average non...

FIRST PHASE OF HIGHWAY 1A PROJECT COMPLETE

Cochrane, AB – Construction on the Highway 1A project has concluded for the season, with the first phase of the project largely complete. Crews completed line painting and removal of construction barriers late last week. 

While there is ...

TOWN OF COCHRANE 2021-2025 UNOFFICIAL ELECTION RESULTS

Cochrane, AB — The town of Cochrane has elected six council members to join acclaimed Mayor Jeff Genung. 

2021-2025 Cochrane Town Council Elect: 

• Mayor Jeff Genung (acclaimed) 
• Marni Fedeyko
• Susan Flowers 
• Tara McF...

TOWN OF COCHRANE RESPONDS TO PROVINCIAL PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY

Cochrane, AB — The Town of Cochrane continues to follow Alberta Health Services guidance as it relates to the pandemic response. As a community leader and employer, our commitment to demonstrate safe operations throughout the pandemic will conti...

MUNICIPAL ELECTION NOMINATION DAY RESULTS

Cochrane, AB — Following the close of nomination day, 20 residents filed their nomination papers to become official candidates for the 2021 municipal general election. At the close of nominations, Mayor Jeff Genung was unopposed and has been acc...

UTILITY RELOCATION FIRST STEP IN HWY 1A/22 INTERCHANGE

Cochrane, AB – In preparation for Alberta Transportation initiating construction on the Highway 1A and Highway 22 interchange as early as 2022, the Town is kicking off work to relocate the underground utilities in the area.

Equipment will be mobilized to s...

TEN-YEAR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY APPROVED

Town Council showed their commitment to local business development and innovation by approving the 2020-30 Business Development Strategic Plan at their meeting Monday.

The plan outlines four main business development strategies:

1. Proactively promote the inno...