Construction updates

*Dates for all outdoor projects are weather-dependent. For your safety and the safety of the crews working, be patient, follow flag person directions and obey all barricades and signs. 

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August 10 - 16Pope Avenue (south of Sibbald Street)

Temporary road closure

Beginning August 10, 2026, Professional Excavators and Construction Inc. will complete sanitary and water tie-in work, this work will require a temporary road closure 

Construction will include the removal and replacement of concrete curbs, sidewalks and paving, as well as sanitary and water connections to the main on Pope Avenue.

Traffic impacts: Work will require a temporary road closure on Pope Avenue between Sibbald Street and 1 Street. Please watch for construction signage and use caution when travelling through the area. 

Construction schedule:
August 10 at 7 a.m. to August 16 at 7 p.m. The schedule is based on favourable weather conditions.  If conditions change, the schedule may be subject to change.

Scheduled for August 12–13East parking lot at Jim Uffelmann Park

Temporary closure of Jim Uffelmann Park east parking lot

The east parking lot at Jim Uffelmann Park will be temporarily closed on Wednesday, August 12, and Thursday, August 13, while the Town completes fencing upgrades and repairs.
The closure is necessary to provide a safe work area for construction crews, equipment, park users and their dogs. Jim Uffelmann Park will remain open throughout the work and visitors will still be able to access the park using alternate parking areas.

Alternate Parking
During the east parking lot closure, visitors can park in:
• The west parking lot at Jim Uffelmann Park
• The parking area behind SLS, with access to the park via the existing pathways
• A map showing the temporary closure and alternate parking locations is available below.
Please follow all posted signage and stay clear of the construction area while work is underway.

Please note: Work on the west parking lot will take place at a later date. More information will be provided once the schedule is confirmed.
 

August 6 - 11River Avenue and Griffin Road

River Avenue and Griffin Road traffic signal improvements

Beginning August 6, 2026, crews will install advanced left-turn signals at River Avenue and Griffin Road, with activation expected by approximately August 11.

The new signals will provide protected northbound and southbound left turns, improving safety for drivers and pedestrians. A leading pedestrian interval will also give pedestrians a five-second head start before vehicles receive a green light.

Traffic impacts: Significant impacts are not anticipated. Work will primarily take place from the boulevard or within a partial lane, allowing traffic to continue flowing.

Construction schedule:
August 6 to approximately August 11, 2026

July 2026Fourth Avenue North 

The sidewalk along the Fourth Avenue retaining wall North is temporarily closed to allow warranty repairs to the concrete surface on the wall.

During construction, pedestrians will be directed along a detour route through the surrounding neighborhood and Kerfoot Park. Please follow all posted signage. 

Please note that access may change as work progresses and weather conditions may impact the construction schedule.

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July 6 2026 Charlesworth Avenue and Railway Street

As part of the Town of Cochrane's Pedestrian Connectivity Enhancements Project, approved through the 2025 Capital Budget, sidewalk improvements will be completed to improve pedestrian safety, accessibility, and connectivity.

Construction will occur in phases along sections of Charlesworth Avenue and Railway Street, and will include:

  • New sidewalk installation
  • Curb and gutter repairs
  • Upgrades to pedestrian connections

These improvements will enhance access between the Quarry lands, downtown Cochrane, Riverview, the east end, and surrounding industrial areas.

Construction is expected to begin on July 6, 2026, and is anticipated to take approximately four weeks, weather permitting.

During construction, businesses and visitors may experience:

  • Temporary construction noise
  • Intermittent impacts to parking and vehicle access (access will be maintained whenever possible)
  • Temporary pedestrian and traffic detours
Map showing the 2026 sidewalk construction phases, with Phase 1 highlighted along River Avenue and Phase 2 highlighted along Charlesworth Avenue. Existing sidewalks and nearby roads are also shown.