The Engine Room is Cochrane's 12-month business incubator program for entrepreneurs ready to take their business further.
Build practical skills through expert-led workshops, get personalized guidance from experienced mentors and connect with other local entrepreneurs. You'll also have access to a professional workspace at The Station in downtown Cochrane.
If you're an entrepreneur in Cochrane or the surrounding area with a business, Cochrane invites you to explore The Engine Room — Cochrane's business incubator program.
The program helps you turn growth into reality; with 12-months of structured workshops, mentorship and accountability. Graduates of The Engine Room program gain a community and earn the tools to navigate the most common challenges of building a sustainable, thriving business.
resources for market research, competitor analysis and business planning
one-on-one business coaching and mentorship
access to local resources, training and expert-led workshops
opportunities to connect with other Cochrane-area entrepreneurs
24/7 office space at The Station (360 Railway St. W.)
Meet our mentors and workshop speakers
Behind The Engine Room is a network of experienced entrepreneurs, business mentors and industry experts who share their knowledge and provide practical guidance to program participants.
Participation in the 12-month incubator program costs $1,000, equivalent to approximately $83 per month. Flexible payment arrangements can also be made to help make the program more accessible.
To gain the most from the program, participants are asked to attend at-least one workshop per month. Incubator programming and workshops are delivered in-person at The Station at Cochrane Crossing (360 Railway St. W.), during regular office hours, Monday-Friday.
A business licence is not required to apply to the incubator program. Upon acceptance, the economic development team can guide you through the licensing process. You can review Cochrane business licence requirements at cochrane.ca/licence.
The Cochrane Business Incubator supports high-potential businesses across all industries. The incubator is open to entrepreneurs, small business owners, and startups in:
Cochrane
Rocky View County
Calgary Metropolitan Region
You’re a great fit if:
you’re running a home-based or side business
you need guidance on growth, business planning or financial growth
you want to grow a business in Cochrane but don’t know where to start
you're looking for a local network and professional support
All programming is delivered in-person in the Cochrane Business Incubator at The Station (360 Railway St. W.).
Cochrane's goal is to support high-potential, early-stage startups that will contribute to Cochrane’s economic diversification through revenue growth and job creation.
What local entrepreneurs are saying
"As someone who has small children at home, participating in the Incubator provided me the opportunity to have a quiet, dedicated space to work on my business, while also working and connecting other entrepreneurs." -Peter Croubalian, Plus 5XP
"The Cochrane Business Incubator program provides the resources for building your business in Cochrane and into new markets." - Ozzie Sawicki, ParaSport International
