(Cochrane, AB) – The Town of Cochrane is recruiting dedicated individuals to serve on a Board, Commission or Committee (Council Committee). Eighteen public-at-large positions are available on Council Committees, inviting Cochrane residents to bring their voice, vision and abilities to collaborate with members of Council and Administration on important Cochrane matters.
Cochrane is accepting applications for the following vacancies:
Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) Advisory Board (three positions available)
- The FCSS Advisory Board helps identify and address social issues through program delivery to enhance, strengthen and stabilize family and community life.
Cochrane Planning Commission (CPC) (four position available)
- The CPC considers development and redesignation applications and acts as the approving authority on development and subdivision matters to the extent required by the Land Use Bylaw (Bylaw 01/2022).
Parks & Recreation Committee (eight positions available)
- The Parks and Recreation Committee provides advice to Council and Administration on community parks and recreation services, programs and infrastructure, and makes recommendations to enhance recreational opportunities in Cochrane.
Subdivision & Development Appeal Board (SDAB) (three positions available)
- The SDAB hears appeals regarding decisions made by the development officer, the Development Authority or the Cochrane Planning Commission with respect to subdivisions, development permits or stop orders issued by the Town of Cochrane.
“Cochrane’s Council committees, boards, and commissions offer appointed residents meaningful opportunities to engage in local governance,” says Jaylene Robertson, Director of Legislative and Administrative Services, Town of Cochrane. “Whether providing independent guidance or making decisions within their mandate, these groups contribute valuable perspectives that help shape our community.”
Applications to serve on a Cochrane Board, Committee or Commission are due by Wednesday, November 12, 2025. Any Town of Cochrane resident, 18 years of age or older, may apply. Qualified applicants will be appointed by Council in late 2025 and begin their term in January 2026.
For more information, visit cochrane.ca/committees or contact legislative@cochrane.ca.