Calgary Co-op to open new location in Cochrane

Calgary Co-op is set to open a new 35,000-sq.-ft. store in Cochrane, Alta. by spring 2025.

The co-operative purchased six acres of land in the commercial shopping centre of the mixed-use community of Greystone.  

Subject to approval, the development plan includes a Calgary Co-op food store including a pharmacy, a  Wine Spirits Beer, cannabis and convenience store as well as a six-pump gas station with a double touchless car wash, and an additional 30,000 square feet of commercial retail space. 

Construction is slated to begin this fall. 

“We look forward to delivering our exceptional shopping experience, and high quality of customer service and products to the town of Cochrane,” Damon Tanzola, vice president, real estate and development, Calgary Co-op, said in a statement. “This development will also bring in a diverse mix of retailers and restaurants who will further enhance this unique shopping centre in the heart of the community.”

Calgary Co-op has over 100 retail locations across all its lines of business in Calgary and the surrounding communities of Airdrie, Strathmore, Cochrane and High River.

The opening of the food store is expected to create 125 jobs in the town.