Community organizations

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 nameService category

Big Hill Haven

Big Hill Haven provides emergency shelter and wraparound support for adults experiencing violence and abuse.

Housing and shelter partner

Cochrane Society for Housing Options (CSHO)

Owns and operates 35 affordable rental units across town, including townhomes and apartments at below-market rates. CSHO also operates Home Reno Heaven. 

Housing and shelter partner

Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta

Habitat for Humanity build homes for families to purchase with no down payment, no interest, and mortgage payments do not exceed 30 precent of the family’s eligible income.  The program enables families to move from subsidized rent into home ownership and ultimately reduces reliance on social services.  

Habitat for Humanity administers 10 affordable housing units around the Cochrane Downtown core.

Housing and shelter partner

Rocky View Foundation

Has provided affordable housing options to independent seniors living in the Rocky View, Alberta region for over 63 years. Supportive living for older adults through apartments (Evergreen Manor, 22 units) and seniors lodges (Big Hill Lodge, 75 units).

Housing and shelter partner

Cochrane Eagle

A local newspaper that covers community events, announcements, and health-related stories.

Media and communications