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 SEPTEMBER 2026

Welcome to the Town Roundup

Today is officially our second mailing of the Town Roundup. Thank you to all who have subscribed and shared feedback to make this a valuable resource for all! If you know any friends or family who would enjoy our new e-newsletter, encourage them to subscribe.

What is the Town Roundup?

The Town Roundup is your go-to source of Town information. It is designed to bring the latest Town news, project updates, community opportunities and important reminders — all in one place, directly to your inbox. 

Town tidbits

Cochrane's educational roots 📚

Cochrane High School was originally built and opened in 1928 as a six-room building and Cochrane's first High School. This photo shows the school in 1954, about 27 years after the school officially opened, when the Senior class was 95% successful in their exams.

Source: Cochrane Public Library Archives

Have your say
www.letstalkcochrane.ca/cochrane-phone-app

Cochrane app engagement

Share your feedback and help make the Cochrane app more useful and better support resident needs.

Deadline: October 5, 2026

Share your thoughts

Keep up to date on engagements in Cochrane by
registering on the Let's Talk Cochrane website. 

Register today

Discover Cochrane

Upcoming events

For more event details, check out cochrane.ca/events.

National Day for
Truth & Reconciliation

September 30, 2026
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
The Station at Cochrane Crossing

Learn more

2027 budget fall open house              

October 24, 2026
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
The Station at Cochrane Crossing

Learn more

Explore Cochrane

Interested in what the rest of Cochrane is hosting next month? Check out cochranetourism.ca to learn more about different things to do in our amazing community. 

Town programs

Subscribe to the FCSS & FRN Spotlight newsletter for more. 

Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) and the Family Resource Network (FRN) help strengthen and support individuals and families in Cochrane and West Rocky View County.

Learn more at cochrane.ca/fcssfrn or by subscribing to their newsletter through cochrane.ca/newsletter.

Seasonal Spotlight

More in your blue bins!

More goes in your blue carts starting on October 1. Find out what's being added and more on the changes so you are prepared.

Learn more: cochrane.ca/town-services/waste-recycling

Save water. Save money.

Cochrane’s Water Conservation Rebate Program offers money back on eligible water-saving purchases, including rain barrels, water-wise landscaping, high-efficiency toilets and washing machines.

Learn more: 
cochrane.ca/waterconservation

Introducing Spooky & Bright! 

Join in for the first annual Spooky & Bright home decorating contest. If you're decorating for spooky season, you can nominate yourself or a friend from October 12-23 in four different categories. 

Learn more: 
cochrane.ca/spookyandbright

Fire prevention week

Cochrane Fire Services, in partnership with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), is participating in Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 4–10, 2026. Charge into fire safety and learn safe charging tips, battery recycling info and how to enter our colouring contest. 

Learn more: cochrane.ca/fpw

Railway safety

Cochrane’s active railway corridor runs through areas where people live, work, learn and travel every day. Remember to cross railway tracks only at designated crossings and to avoid using informal routes through the railway corridor.

Learn more: CKPC's website

News & Council updates

Latest news

Keep up with the latest news from the Town at cochrane.ca/news.

Cochrane Eco Centre earns 2026 Collection Site Award of Excellence

September 8 -  The Town of Cochrane Eco Centre has earned the Alberta Recycling Management Authority’s (ARMA) 2026 Collection Site Award of Excellence.

Town and Cochrane Lions Club sign 50-year agreement for Lions Legacy Park

September 8 - The Town of Cochrane and the Cochrane Lions Club are marking an important milestone in their long-standing relationship with the signing of a 50-year lease agreement for Lions Legacy Park.

Cochrane honours legacy of the Grandfather Tree with commemorative bench

September 8 - The Town of Cochrane is celebrating an important piece of local history with the unveiling of a commemorative bench and sign honouring the beloved Grandfather Tree.

September Council highlights

Don't miss upcoming council meetings.
Head to cochrane.ca/councilmeetings to see more. 

Council highlights:

Upcoming Regular Council:

  • October 5, 2026
  • October 13, 2026
  • October 19, 2026

Cochrane’s vision for the next four years
now has a clear path to action.

Earlier in September, Mayor Nagel and Council formally adopted the Town of Cochrane’s 2026–2030 Strategic Plan in its entirety, including the key projects, initiatives and timelines that will guide how Council’s priorities are delivered. 

This Strategic Plan focuses on five priority areas, including:

  • Responsible community growth
  • Strong financial strategy
  • Infrastructure delivery
  • A thriving economy
  • Housing for people

Together, they focus the Town’s work on balancing responsible growth, reliable services and infrastructure, financial sustainability, economic opportunity and quality of life.

Learn more

Work with the Town

Career opportunities

Roads Operator
Permanent
Posting expires: October 1, 2026
 

Operator, Parks & Open Spaces
Permanent
Posting expires: October 1, 2026
 

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Learn more at cochrane.ca/careers

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