OUR EVENTS
We Innovate Together.
Innovate Cochrane’s events focus on opportunities to learn and connect within the community. Often, events include the telling of stories (the good, the bad and the ugly) from our local leaders and entrepreneurs. Events always provide an opportunity to meet new people.
GROWTH AND CONNECTION
Innovate
Cochrane Events.
Regular events include the Community Innovation Speaker Series, Start-up Cochrane and Founders Coffee. In 2024, Innovate Cochrane was also involved in Cochrane’s Small Business Week.
EMPOWER BUSINESS LEADERS
Partner Events.
Innovate Cochrane partners with many organizations to provide Cochrane and area business leaders and entrepreneurs with information and access to a variety of events to support learning, networking and making community connections. Follow us on social media for the most up to date information on partner events.
Founders Coffee - NOVEMBER 4
Join us for a morning of networking at our FOUNDERS COFFEE event on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at SUNNY SIDE UP in Cochrane, at 7am. This event is free, but you buy your own breakfast or coffee.
Dates: The 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month
Time: 7am to 9am
Where: SUNNY SIDE UP COCHRANE, 205 1st Street W. in Cochrane, AB
*just show up!
Founders Coffee - NOVEMBER 18
Join us for a morning of networking at our FOUNDERS COFFEE event on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at SUNNY SIDE UP in Cochrane, at 7am. This event is free, but you buy your own breakfast or coffee.
Dates: The 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month
Time: 7am to 9am
Where: SUNNY SIDE UP COCHRANE, 205 1st Street W. in Cochrane, AB
*just show up!
START UP COCHRANE - NOVEMBER
WHEN: Join us on the FOURTH Tuesday night of each month, 7 PM – 9 PM at The Corner Coworking on Railway Street E in Cochrane, AB.
NOTE: EACH MONTH WE WILL UPDATE IF THERE WILL BE A TOPIC OR PRESENTER.
COST: Free, but RSVP on EVENTBRITE
What can I do? How do I get involved?
For these events to be a success, and to grow the local #startup community, we need entrepreneurs at all stages of the startup & launch phases.
-Got a new idea?
-Have a concept you are curious about?
-Ready to pitch for funding?
-Looking to grow an existing business?
PLUS
-Have you launched a new business already?
-Are you an investor?
-Been involved in startups before? (Successful & less successful)
-Just plain curious?
Founders Coffee - DECEMBER 2
Join us for a morning of networking at our FOUNDERS COFFEE event on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at SUNNY SIDE UP in Cochrane, at 7am. This event is free, but you buy your own breakfast or coffee.
Dates: The 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month
Time: 7am to 9am
Where: SUNNY SIDE UP COCHRANE, 205 1st Street W. in Cochrane, AB
*just show up!
Founders Coffee - DECEMBER 16
Join us for a morning of networking at our FOUNDERS COFFEE event on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at SUNNY SIDE UP in Cochrane, at 7am. This event is free, but you buy your own breakfast or coffee.
Dates: The 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month
Time: 7am to 9am
Where: SUNNY SIDE UP COCHRANE, 205 1st Street W. in Cochrane, AB
*just show up!
START UP COCHRANE - OCTOBER
WHEN: Join us on the FOURTH Tuesday night of each month, 7 PM – 9 PM at The Corner Coworking on Railway Street E in Cochrane, AB.
NOTE: EACH MONTH WE WILL UPDATE IF THERE WILL BE A TOPIC OR PRESENTER.
COST: Free, but RSVP on EVENTBRITE
What can I do? How do I get involved?
For these events to be a success, and to grow the local #startup community, we need entrepreneurs at all stages of the startup & launch phases.
-Got a new idea?
-Have a concept you are curious about?
-Ready to pitch for funding?
-Looking to grow an existing business?
PLUS
-Have you launched a new business already?
-Are you an investor?
-Been involved in startups before? (Successful & less successful)
-Just plain curious?
Founders Coffee - OCTOber 21
Join us for a morning of networking at our FOUNDERS COFFEE event on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at SUNNY SIDE UP in Cochrane, at 7am. This event is free, but you buy your own breakfast or coffee.
Dates: The 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month
Time: 7am to 9am
Where: SUNNY SIDE UP COCHRANE, 205 1st Street W. in Cochrane, AB
*just show up!
SMALL BUSINESS WEEK 2025
VISIT THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WEBSITE FOR FULL DETAILS & SCHEDULE
Community Innovators - OCTOBER 2025
Ready to peek behind the curtain of innovation in our community?
This month, join our host Nathan Klassen as he sits down with three incredible local leaders to dive deep into what innovation looks like and the game-changing impact it has on their organizations!
Meet Our Panel:
Courtland Penk, Founder & President of Osprey Integrity Ltd. : Discover innovation in the world of UAV (unmanned aerial vehicles or drones) data collection and asset inspection.
Christine McLeod, Owner/Operator of The Pink Wand Cleaning Services Cochrane: Learn how innovation keeps a local service business sparkling!
Georgina De Caigny, Executive Director of Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary : Explore innovative approaches to wildlife conservation and sanctuary operations.
You don't want to miss their unique perspectives on adapting, growing, and leading!
Topic: INNOVATION IN BUSINESS
Tickets are $5 per person and they are limited!
Location: Found Books & Shop - 206, 1st Street W
Time: Doors open at 6:30pm, with the discussion starting at 7pm
Founders Coffee - OCTOber 7
Join us for a morning of networking at our FOUNDERS COFFEE event on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at SUNNY SIDE UP in Cochrane, at 7am. This event is free, but you buy your own breakfast or coffee.
Dates: The 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month
Time: 7am to 9am
Where: SUNNY SIDE UP COCHRANE, 205 1st Street W. in Cochrane, AB
*just show up!
Founders Coffee - september 16
Join us for a morning of networking at our FOUNDERS COFFEE event on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at SUNNY SIDE UP in Cochrane, at 7am. This event is free, but you buy your own breakfast or coffee.
Dates: The 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month
Time: 7am to 9am
Where: SUNNY SIDE UP COCHRANE, 205 1st Street W. in Cochrane, AB
*just show up!
Founders Coffee - september 2
Join us for a morning of networking at our FOUNDERS COFFEE event on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at SUNNY SIDE UP in Cochrane, at 7am. This event is free, but you buy your own breakfast or coffee.
Dates: The 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month
Time: 7am to 9am
Where: SUNNY SIDE UP COCHRANE, 205 1st Street W. in Cochrane, AB
*just show up!
START UP COCHRANE - JUNE 2025
WHEN: Join us on the FOURTH Tuesday night of each month, 7 PM – 9 PM at The Corner Coworking on Railway Street E in Cochrane, AB.
NOTE: EACH MONTH WE WILL UPDATE IF THERE WILL BE A TOPIC OR PRESENTER.
COST: Free, but RSVP on EVENTBRITE
What can I do? How do I get involved?
For these events to be a success, and to grow the local #startup community, we need entrepreneurs at all stages of the startup & launch phases.
-Got a new idea?
-Have a concept you are curious about?
-Ready to pitch for funding?
-Looking to grow an existing business?
PLUS
-Have you launched a new business already?
-Are you an investor?
-Been involved in startups before? (Successful & less successful)
-Just plain curious?
Founders Coffee - JUNE 17, 2025
Join us for a morning of networking at our FOUNDERS COFFEE event on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at SUNNY SIDE UP in Cochrane, at 7am. This event is free, but you buy your own breakfast or coffee.
Dates: The 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month
Time: 7am to 9am
Where: SUNNY SIDE UP COCHRANE, 205 1st Street W. in Cochrane, AB
RSVP ON EVENTBRITE OR JUST SHOW UP!
Founders Coffee - JUNE 3, 2025
Join us for a morning of networking at our FOUNDERS COFFEE event on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at SUNNY SIDE UP in Cochrane, at 7am. This event is free, but you buy your own breakfast or coffee.
Dates: The 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month
Time: 7am to 9am
Where: SUNNY SIDE UP COCHRANE, 205 1st Street W. in Cochrane, AB
RSVP ON EVENTBRITE OR JUST SHOW UP!
Start Up Cochrane - May 2025
WHEN: Join us on the FOURTH Tuesday night of each month, 7 PM – 9 PM at The Corner Coworking on Railway Street E in Cochrane, AB.
NOTE: EACH MONTH WE WILL UPDATE IF THERE WILL BE A TOPIC OR PRESENTER.
COST: Free, but RSVP on EVENTBRITE
What can I do? How do I get involved?
For these events to be a success, and to grow the local #startup community, we need entrepreneurs at all stages of the startup & launch phases.
-Got a new idea?
-Have a concept you are curious about?
-Ready to pitch for funding?
-Looking to grow an existing business?
PLUS
-Have you launched a new business already?
-Are you an investor?
-Been involved in startups before? (Successful & less successful)
-Just plain curious?
Founders Coffee - May 20, 2025
Join us for a morning of networking at our FOUNDERS COFFEE event on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at SUNNY SIDE UP in Cochrane, at 7am. This event is free, but you buy your own breakfast or coffee.
Dates: The 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month
Time: 7am to 9am
Where: SUNNY SIDE UP COCHRANE, 205 1st Street W. in Cochrane, AB
RSVP ON EVENTBRITE OR JUST SHOW UP!
Community Innovators - May 2025
Join us on May 14 for a panel discussion hosted by Nathan Klassen, with special guests Lara Kruger, Malann Klassen & Karen Ho Fatt Lee.
Topic: The Power of Public Art & Creativity within Community
Tickets are $5 per person and they are limited!
Location: Found Books & Shop - 206, 1st Street W
Time: Doors open at 6:30pm, with the discussion starting at 7pm
Founders Coffee - May 6, 2025
Join us for a morning of networking at our FOUNDERS COFFEE event on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at SUNNY SIDE UP in Cochrane, at 7am. This event is free, but you buy your own breakfast or coffee.
Dates: The 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month
Time: 7am to 9am
Where: SUNNY SIDE UP COCHRANE, 205 1st Street W. in Cochrane, AB
RSVP ON EVENTBRITE OR JUST SHOW UP!
Community Innovators Spotlight Series
Join us at Found Books & Shop for a rich, interactive discussion with…
StartUp Cochrane
Join us on the FOURTH Tuesday night of each month, 7 PM – 9 PM at The Corner Coworking on Railway Street E in Cochrane, AB.
Founders Coffee
Join us for a morning of networking at our FOUNDERS COFFEE event on February 4th or 18th at SUNNY SIDE UP in Cochrane, at 7am. This event is free, but you buy your own breakfast or coffee.
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