Cochrane is home to a wide range of organizations that support and connect our community. Browse the list below to learn more. Search for an organization by name or select a service category from the dropdown options and click search.
If you represent a community group, add your organization to the directory.
For updates to an existing listing, email communications@cochrane.ca.
| Organization name | Service category |
|---|---|
Cochrane & Area Health FoundationCochrane and Area Health Foundation (CAHF) is a not-for-profit charitable foundation created to improve the quality, provision, and access to healthcare for the people of Cochrane and the surrounding area. | Health and Wellness Organizations |
Cochrane & Area Hospice SocietyExemplary palliative, end of life and bereavement care options in the community of Cochrane and surrounding area. | Health and Wellness Organizations |
Cochrane Community Health CentreA local healthcare facility providing a variety of medical services to the community. | Health and Wellness Organizations |
Cochrane Pregnancy Care CentreOffers support for expecting mothers and families in need of resources for pregnancy and early childhood. | Health and Wellness Organizations |
MHCB, Stepping Stones to Mental HealthThe Mental Health Capacity Building (MHCB) in Schools Initiative works to promote positive mental health in children, youth, families and support individuals in the community who interact with children and youth. | Health and Wellness Organizations |
Wayfinders Wellness Society (WWS)WWS is Peers with lived experience helping peers navigating PTSD/OSI injury. WWS helps first responders, military, veterans and their families in maintaining wellness in recovery living with PTSD/OSI injury. | Health and Wellness Organizations |
Cochrane EagleA local newspaper that covers community events, announcements, and health-related stories. | Media and Communications |
Cochrane NowA community-focused radio station and online news source that provides coverage of local events and news, ideal for publicity and outreach. | Media and Communications |
Cochrane Times-PostAnother local online newspaper that serves as a key communication platform for spreading awareness and sharing CAHF's initiatives. | Media and Communications |
Bow River Basic CouncilWorking to nurture, share and protect the waters of the Bow River Basin | Service Clubs and Community Organizations |
Cochrane ActivettesA local volunteer women's group providing food and necessities to families in need and supporting community development projects. | Service Clubs and Community Organizations |
Cochrane Horticultural SocietyServes Cochrane and surrounding district with varied activities focused on education and sharing gardening expertise and experience in Hardiness Zones 3a and 3b with chinook conditions. | Service Clubs and Community Organizations |
Cochrane Lions ClubA volunteer service organization that supports community events, local initiatives, and provides charitable assistance. | Service Clubs and Community Organizations |
Cochrane Pregnancy Care CentreThey are a Christian non-profit, non-political, charitable organization providing compassionate care to women and families facing an unexpected pregnancy and other overwhelming circumstances. | Service Clubs and Community Organizations |
Frank Wills Memorial SocietyThe Society raised money to build and run Cochranes Community Hall which offers organizations, community groups and the Cochrane community a community space. | Service Clubs and Community Organizations |
Gardens Societyemail: cochrane.gardens@gmail.com
| Service Clubs and Community Organizations |
Heavens to BetsyEmpowers communities through education. Skill building workshops are offered to targeted groups, with the intention of building knowledge, skills and confidence to create self-sufficiency in those who participate. | Service Clubs and Community Organizations |
Home TreasuresCochrane Home Treasures is a not-for-profit thrift store. We offer gently used home goods and furnishings for sale to the community and surrounding area. We work with other community organizations when persons may need help furnishing a home or is in need. | Service Clubs and Community Organizations |
Kiwanis Club of CochranePart of a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world, one child and one community at a time. | Service Clubs and Community Organizations |
Mount St. Francis Retreat CentreThe Franciscan Friars have operated Mount St. Francis Retreat Centre since 1949. It offers a place of peace, healing and prayer. The main focus is silent retreats. Weekend retreats, along with day and evening retreats are offered. | Service Clubs and Community Organizations |