A new campaign is encouraging residents to support local businesses through a renewed sense of community pride and economic resilience.
The 'Find it in Cochrane' campaign, a collaboration between the Town of Cochrane and the Cochrane and Area Chamber of Commerce, aims to spotlight the diverse businesses that help define the town’s unique character.
“In times of global uncertainty, especially with instability south of the border, it’s more important than ever to rally around our local businesses,” said Mayor Jeff Genung. “We have so much to offer right here in Cochrane. When you support local, you’re supporting your neighbours, creating jobs, and strengthening our community. We can’t control what’s happening globally, but we can control where we shop — and we can shop local.”
The campaign is supported by a suite of digital tools that make it easier for residents and visitors to connect with local businesses. Among them is the Cochrane Business Directory, a one-stop online listing of businesses across the community, and the Cochrane Business Newsletter, which offers updates, news, and local business opportunities. Residents can subscribe at cochrane.ca/newsletter.
“Local businesses create local jobs — and you can find hundreds of them in Cochrane’s business directories,” said Dwayne Lamontagne, President of the Cochrane & Area Chamber of Commerce. “Visit cochrane.ca or the Chamber website to explore what’s here.”
Cochrane is home to more than 2,400 diverse and vibrant businesses — from family-run boutiques and cafés to trades, tech firms, and professional services. These businesses are vital to the local economy and central to Cochrane’s identity.
As global economic conditions evolve, the campaign serves as a call to action, encouraging residents to take small steps with a big impact — by supporting the strength, adaptability, and creativity of local entrepreneurs.
The Town continues to back local innovation through initiatives like the Cochrane Business Incubator, alongside online resources that help guide business owners through various stages of development. Tools like the Business Impact Assessment Survey also provide valuable insights that help the Town tailor support to real-time business needs.
For more information or to get involved in the Support Local Cochrane initiative, visit:
cochrane.ca/shoplocal and cochranechamber.ca.
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