Cochrane has a variety of programs and services available to support children, youth and their families. Town groups and local non-profits work to provide support and education programs geared at youth of all ages in Cochrane.
Programs & organizations
Childcare & Preschools
Find a childcare or preschool option that works for you.
Family resource network
Find programs designed to develop and enhance your child’s developmental skills.
Boys and Girls Club of Cochrane and Area (BGCCA)
Learn more about the programs and services offered for children and youth.
Many sports and community organizations in Cochrane offer programs and activities for children and youth in Cochrane. Find a club, team or other association offering youth programming in the lists below.
Service organizations
| Organizations | Contact |
|---|---|
| Big Brother Big Sisters of Calgary and Area | 403-771-4341 |
| Cochrane Ag Society | 403-973-3250 |
| Cochrane Babysitting Co-op | cochrane.babysitting@gmail.com |
| Cochrane Community Health Centre | 403-851-6000 |
| Cochrane Environmental Action Committee | 403-851-0562 |
| Cochrane Home Educators | Kiwanis.cochrane@gmail.com |
| Kiwanis Club of Cochrane and Area | |
| Rotary Club of Cochrane | |
| Seniors for Kids Society | |
| Volunteer opportunities | |
| Youth Justice Committee | CDYJC@Canada.com |
Sports Activities
| Organization | Contact |
|---|---|
| Cochrane rainout / closure line | 403-851-2552 |
| Big Hill West 4H Horse Club | |
| Bow Valley Rugby Club | 403-714-5348 |
| Cochrane and Area Challenger Recreation Club | 403-932-1378 or cochrane.challengers@gmail.com |
| Cochrane Archery Club | 403-932-4143 |
| Cochrane BMX | |
| Cochrane Comets | |
| Cochrane Curling Club | 403-932-2077 |
| Cochrane Generals Jr B Hockey Club | |
| Cochrane Jaguars Volleyball | 403-851-0027 |
| Cochrane Lacrosse | |
| Cochrane Minor Ball | |
| Cochrane Minor Basketball | |
| Cochrane Minor Football | |
| Cochrane Minor Hockey | 403-932-9341 |
| Cochrane Minor Soccer | 403-932-KICK (5425) |
| Cochrane Piranhas | registrarpiranhas@gmail.com |
| Cochrane Pony Club | |
| Cochrane Ringette | |
| Cochrane Run Foundation | 403-932-7754 |
| Cochrane Skating Club | cochraneskatingclub@gmail.com |
| Cochrane Tennis Club | 403-932-1979 |
| Spray Lake Sawmills Centre |
Youth Organizations
| Organization | Contact |
|---|---|
| Army Cadets | 403-851-5125 |
| Brownies, Guides and Pathfinders | 403-932-5056 |
| Cochrane First Scouting | 403-981-2280 |
| Cochrane Zero Gravity Skate and Bike Park | 403-932-6393 |
| Junior Forest Wardens, Company of Adventures | 403-932-7615 |