2025 Order of Cochrane
The Order of Cochrane is an award presented to individuals whose commitment, leadership and vision have created a lasting legacy in the development of our community.
The annual award, presented by Mayor and Council, recognizes individuals whose exceptional leadership and vision have made a lasting impact on the community’s development.
Nomination period open
Nominating a deserving individual is straightforward. Nominators are invited to complete either an online or hardcopy nomination form, articulating how the nominee embodies Cochrane's vision, demonstrates exceptional leadership and has significantly contributed to Cochrane’s enduring legacy. The nomination deadline is February 27, 2026.
Selection criteria
Order of Cochrane recipients exemplify our vision for Cochrane:
We are an innovative, bold and dynamic community. Cochrane creates our destiny by building on our heritage. We are people of vision in environmental stewardship and economic vitality. At the heart of Cochrane, we value our small-town atmosphere, distinctive big hills, surrounding nature and unique opportunities.
We are a community forged by supportive relationships and a common desire to live long, fulfilling lives. We are pioneers of sustainability, building on our legacy of past pioneering. We honour our heritage and respect the land.