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OFFICIAL COCHRANE VISITOR GUIDE 2019-2020 - Cochrane, Ontario
OFFICIAL COCHRANE VISITOR GUIDE 2019-2020
OFFICIAL COCHRANE VISITOR GUIDE 2019-2020 - Cochrane, Ontario
Contents.                                                                                                 2019-2020
                                                                                                                                   1    WELCOME
                                                                       12                                              23
                                                                                                                                   2    USEFUL INFORMATION
   16                                                                                                                              3    CALENDAR OF EVENTS

                                                                                                                                   4    GETTING HERE
                                                         7                                                                              & AROUND

                                                                                                                                   6    ATTRACTIONS
                                      ONE OF THE TOP 50                                               14                           •
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                                                                                                                                        Polar Bear Habitat
                                                                                                                                        Snowmobile Museum

                                      SMALL TOWNS TO VISIT                                                                         •
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                                                                                                                                        Heritage Village
                                                                                                                                        Tim Horton Events Centre
                                      IN CANADA                                                                                    •    Gardiner Ferry - Cassiopeia IV

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                                                                                                                                   9 MUSEUMS & HISTORICAL
                                                                                                                                     LANDMARKS

                                                                                                                                   10 PARKS & OUTDOOR
                                                                                                                                      RECREATION

                                                                                                                                   12 AVENTURE NORD

                                                                                                                                   13 DO AS COCHRANITES DO!
                                                                                                                                   •    Farmer’s Market
        19
                                   Map of Cochrane                                                                    10           •    Taste a Fritter
                                                                                                                                   •    Bike Share
                                                                                                                                   •    Book Share
                                                                                                                                   •    Movies on the beach
                       13                                                                                                          •    Pop up Piano

                                                                                                                                   14 EVENTS & FESTIVALS

                                                                                                                    8              16 FISHING & HUNTING

                                                                                                                                   16 CAMPING
                                                                      20
                                                                                                                                   18 WINTER ACTIVITIES

                                                                                                                                   20 THE JAMES BAY COAST

                                                                                                                                   21 TOURS
                                                                                                                                   •    Tour Cochrane and The James
                                                                                                                                        Bay Coast 5 Day
                                                                                                                                   •    Historical Tour of Cochrane -
        10                                                                                                                              1 Day
                                    18                                                                                             •    Weekend Warriors with wee ones
                                                                                                                                        Tour- 1 Day

                                                                                                                                   23 COCHRANE EATS
             21                                                                                                                    23 PLACES TO STAY

                                                                                                                                   25 MAP

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         This guide has been prepared to the best of our knowledge. Please ensure you verify event dates and hours of operations to have an enjoyable stay.
                                                We cannot be held responsible for change of dates, places or times.

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BONJOUR • WELCOME • WACHAY

  COCHRANE is diverse in culture with a large population of
  Francophone, Cree and Metis; so say HELLO, BONJOUR OR WACHAY
  and THANK YOU, MERCI, OR MEEGWETCH!

                                      On behalf of the people who live, work, and play in Cochrane, Ontario, it is with a warm
                                      “Chimo” welcome that I invite you to enjoy what our beautiful town has to offer.
                                      Lake Commando, located in the center of our vibrant town is the hub to 4 seasons of
                                      fun; sliding, kayaking, fishing, swimming, and home to our new state of the art stage and
                                      Commando Park Pavilion where we host Ontario’s oldest Winter Carnival and our “Live
                                      like a Northerner” Summerfest.
                                      Nothing says northern like the Polar Bear Habitat, home to our 3 bears along with the
                                      Welcome Centre, Heritage Village and Snowmobile Museum – definitely on your ‘do not
                                      miss’ list .
                                      Come join us at the Tim Horton Event Centre, home to the NOJHL Cochrane Crunch
                                      Junior ‘A’ hockey team, 2018 Division Champion and hosts of the 2019 Dudley Hewitt
                                      Cup. While you’re there, enjoy the beautiful pool that has the flavor of the tropics where
                                      you can float in the lazy river and thrill on the giant slide!
                                      We have been voted one of the top 50 small towns to visit in Canada, top 10 cutest small
                                      towns in Ontario and the #1 snowmobile trails in the world! We are also transportation
                                      hub for the mining and lumber sector, and the originating point for the Polar Bear Express
                                      passenger train to Moosonee and points north.
                                      Cochrane is diverse in culture with a large francophone and indigenous population and is
                                      welcoming to all so whether you are passing through or planning to stay, let us show you
                                      why we are ‘Wonderfully Unexpected’!

                                      Denis Clement,
                                      Mayor | Maire | Okemah
                                      Town of Cochrane

                                      De la part de la ville de Cochrane, il me fait un grand Plaisir de vous accueillir ici dans
                                      la ville qui est « Merveilleusement inattendue ». Profitez de l’occasion pour visiter le lac
                                      Commando au centre-ville ainsi que notre nouveau parc et pavillon. Je vous souhaite un
                                      bon séjour et on vous remercie de votre patronage!

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USEFUL INFORMATION
                                                                                                     DID YOU KNOW?
                                                     Welcome to Cochrane… before             “CHIMO” is an Inuit word that means
                                                     your adventure begins, get your            “I am friendly” or “Welcome”.
                                                       photo op on at our “Chimo”               It’s a greeting used during our Winter
                                                        Polar Bear statue and the               Carnival and is the name of our giant
                                                        Cochrane Welcome sign.                       Polar Bear that greets visitors
                                                                                                        at the entrance of town!

                                                                                            ONTARIO LICENSING
                                                                                            REQUIREMENTS FOR
                                                                                            HUNTERS & ANGLERS
                                                                                            Cochrane provides the perfect backdrop
                                                                                            of wetlands, lakes and rivers for boating
                                                                                            fishing and hunting! If you plan on
                                                                                            fishing or hunting, please be informed
                                                                                            about wildlife management regulations
                                                                                            in our area. The links below provide
                                                                                            the information to ensure a safe and
                                                                                            successful outing.
                                                                                            Fishing | Hunting | Firearms | Boating
EMERGENCY SERVICES                            TOURISM INFORMATION HUT
We are a 911 service area, please dial 911    Cochrane Board of Trade                       COCHRANE PUBLIC LIBRARY
for any emergency.                            4 Third Avenue                                Should you need to keep in touch with
                                              705-272-4926                                  loved ones, our local public library is a
POWERSPORTS FRIENDLY                          www.cochraneboardoftrade.com                  modern and unique facility, that offers
In Cochrane we support all 4 season                                                         residents and visitors many services and
powersports activities, and welcome           POLAR BEAR HABITAT                            programs including:
licensed vehicles on all our local roadways   Open all year round, the Polar Bear Habitat   a) Free Wi-Fi
including snowmobiles, ATVs and side          will assist you with your needs. While        b) Public computers (at $1.00/hr) with
by sides. Use your snowmobile, ATV or         you’re there stop in to see Ganuk, Henry          access to high speed DSL/internet
side by side to get from your hotel to your   and Inukshuk; but be sure to arrive 1 hour    c) Laser colour printing
restaurant or to go from your hotel to your   prior to closing time.                        d) Scanner
next marked trail!                            Winter Hours: 10:00 am - 4:00pm               e) Photocopy service
                                              Summer Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm               f) Fax service
                                              1 Drury Park Park Road                        g) Bike share program
ACCESSING ON-SITE
                                              705-272-BEAR (2327)                           h) Ski/snowshoe program
TOURISM INFORMATION                                                                         www.cochranepubliclibrary.com
Need more information while you are in        www.polarbearhabitat.ca
Cochrane stop in to one of these three
friendly places to seek out information and   FITNESS CENTRE                                TRAVELLING
assist you with your stay.                    The Tim Horton Fitness Centre includes        WITH YOUR PUP
                                              a well-appointed gym that includes            Bringing your four legged furry friend with
                                              weight machines, free weights, and cardio     you on your journey to Cochrane? Be sure
TOWN OF COCHRANE                                                                            to take your pooch to Sara’s Freedom
The town hall is open weekdays,               machines. Spin, rowing, step and yoga
                                              classes are also available. Call for times    Dog Park, an off leash dog park (entrance
Monday - Friday
                                              and prices.                                   located at 7th Avenue and 6th Street).
8:30am - 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Summer hours in effect July & August
8:00am - 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm       Tim Horton Events Centre
705-272-4361                                  705-272-5084
171 Fourth Avenue                             7 Tim Horton Drive                                Look for the pet friendly icon
www.cochraneontario.com                       www.cochraneontario.com                          throughout this guide to access
                                                                                                    dog friendly spaces.

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2019-2020 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
            SPRING                                           SUMMER                                WINTER
                                  MAY                                                                            DECEMBER

                           09
                                                                     JUNE 28, 2019
HENRY’S
BIRTHDAY
                                   MAY
                                  2019
                                              WEEKLY FARMERS’
                                              MARKETS 2019                  UNTIL
                                                                    THANKSGIVING
                                                                                       EDDY’S BIRTHDAY
                                                                                       www.polarbearhabitat.ca
                                                                                                                  10     DEC
                                                                                                                        2019
www.polarbearhabitat.ca                       Lake Commando Pavilion
                                                                                       FESTIVAL
                                              Friday’s  3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
                                                                                       OF LIGHTS                   15    DEC
                                                                                                                        2019
POLAR BEAR
HABITAT GALA               11      MAY
                                  2019
                                              LIVE AT THE                ALL SUMMER
                                                                                       www.polarbearhabitat.ca
                                              LAKESIDE                         LONG                                JANUARY
www.polarbearhabitat.ca

                                 JUNE Friday’s
                                              Lake Commando Pavilion
                                                        5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
                                                                                       INUKSHUK’S
                                                                                       BIRTHDAY                   11     JAN
                                                                                                                        2020
                                                                                JULY
FATHER’S DAY              FATHER’S DAY                                                 www.polarbearhabitat.ca
FISHING DERBY                WEEKEND

www.floodslanding.com
                                              CANADA DAY
                                              CELEBRATIONS & FIREWORKS    01    JULY
                                                                                2019

                                                                              AUGUST
                                              LIVE LIKE A NORTHERNER
                                              SUMMERFEST               9-11     AUG
                                                                                2019                             ANNUAL
                                                                                                                 FALL FAIR
                                              www.cochranesummerfest.com

                                              HERITAGE DAYS                     AUG                               FEBRUARY
                                              BARN DANCE                        2019

                                              www.polarbearhabitat.ca
                                                                                       WINTER
                                                                                       CARNIVAL          07-17           FEB
                                                                                                                        2020
    LIVE LIKE A NORTHERNER                                                             www.cochranewintercarnival.com
          SUMMERFEST
                                                                  FALL                                               MARCH
                                                                        SEPTEMBER      TOM SAUL
                                                                                       MEMORIAL RIDE              03    MAR
                                                                                                                        2020
NATIONAL
INDIGENOUS DAY             21 JUNE
                               2019
                                              ANNUAL
                                              FALL FAIR                06-07    SEPT
                                                                                2019

www.ininewfriendshipcentre.ca
                                                                          OCTOBER                          COCHRANE
                                                                                                       WINTER CARNIVAL

 INUKSHUK’S BIRTHDAY
                                              POLAR BEAR HABITAT
                                              HALLOWEEN DANCE             26 2019
                                                                             OCT

                                              www.polarbearhabitat.ca

                                                                         NOVEMBER
                                              GANUK’S BIRTHDAY
                                              TAIGA’S BIRTHDAY            30 2019
                                                                             NOV

                                              www.polarbearhabitat.ca

                                                                 CHECK OUT ALL ONGOING EVENTS AT
                                                               WWW.COCHRANEONTARIO.COM/EVENTS

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COCHRANE 2019-2020
                          DISTANCE FROM MAJOR CITIES
                          MAJOR CENTRES KILOMETRES    MILES   MAJOR CENTRES KILOMETRES    MILES
                          TIMMINS             105.6    65.6   TEMISKAMING SHORES 222.7     138.4
                                                                                                   GETTING HERE + AROUND

                          SUDBURY             406.5   252.6   OTTAWA              732.7   455.3
                          VAL D’OR              332    206    TORONTO             732.1   454.9
                          KAPUSKASING           119     73    BUFFALO             860.2   534.5
                          HEARST                214    132    CHICAGO            1303.1   809.7
                          THUNDER BAY           735    456    NEW YORK           1410.2   876.3

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COCHRANE IS A WALKABLE TOWN,
however if you want to experience the more               BY                      COCHRANE ALSO OFFERS A BIKE
                                                                                 SHARE PROGRAM – the only of its kind
rural sites some may choose to get there by
car; to do so hire a taxi or rent a car.                BIKE                     in Northeastern Ontario. Bikes are available
                                                                                 at three locations: The Cochrane Public
                                                                                 Library, the Tim Horton Events Centre and
CHIMO TAXI               DISCOUNT
705-272-6444             CAR RENTAL                                              the Polar Bear Habitat. Visitors and locals
212 Fifteenth Avenue     705-272-4231                                            can ‘borrow’ a bike to tour around and see
                         187 Sixth Avenue                                        the local sights!
FLASH CO. TAXI           www.discountcar.com                                                   www.cochraneontario.com
705-271-5577
Sybil Avenue

PT TAXI
705-272-6090
307 Sixteenth Avenue

   BY CAR                                      GETTING                                                 BY
                                                                                                     PLANE
                                               AROUND

THINKING OF SEEING THE JAMES                                                     COCHRANE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
BAY COAST WHILE IN COCHRANE?                                                     The Cochrane Airport (CYCN) serves as a link
Operated by Ontario Northland, the Cochrane
Railway Station is the southernmost stop                BY                       for passengers and cargo along the James
                                                                                 Bay Coastline. Passengers can arrange
for the Polar Bear Express and the last road
accessible to Moosonee.
                                                      TRAIN                      charter flight services to fly into Cochrane.

                                                       OR                        705-272-6500
                                                                                 59 Airport Road
ONTARIO NORTHLAND
705-272-4228
200 Railway Street
                                                       BUS                       www.cycn.ca

www.ontarionorthland.ca

              ONTARIO NORTHLAND BUS STATION
              Ontario Northland provides reliable and comfortable motor coach
              transportation from Hearst to Toronto, Sault Ste. Marie, Ottawa,
              Sudbury and many points in between. Customers can connect with
              Greyhound beyond these locations.

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ATTRACTIONS
                                  A MUST VISIT IN COCHRANE!

POLAR BEAR
HABITAT

Currently the home of Inukshuk, Ganuk
and Henry, the Polar Bear Habitat
provides our bears with an environment
as close as possible to their natural
habitat and is world renowned for its
ability to lengthen the lives of polar
bears in captivity.
Having recently built an enclosure
around a natural lake and forest, the
Polar Bear Habitat is the largest one of
its kind in the world, and can now reach
new heights in research and behavioural
understanding for polar bears.

                                                                                   Stay informed about the many special
      BE WARNED, WATCHING A POLAR BEAR PLAY IS                                     events at the PBH through our website.
                                                                                   We celebrate the bears birthdays, the
    HIGHLY ADDICTIVE AND MAY NEED TO BE REPEATED!
                                                                                   arrival of the seasons with special
                                                                                   treats for the bears (pumpkins/frozen
                                                                                   watermelon) and enrichment programs.

                                                                                   JOIN US IN THESE
                                                                                   CELEBRATIONS!
                                                                                   LIKE US ON FACEBOOK.

                                                                                               COCHRANE
                                                                                       POLAR BEAR HABITAT
                                                                                        is a crucial component of
                                                                                       the world’s efforts to study,
                                                                                       protect, and educate others
                                                                                     about these incredible animals.

Come learn about our bears and if you’re lucky you may even be able to get up close and personal with them either from
our seasonal wading pool (separated by glass) or from our viewing building. When you are done, don’t forget our unique gift
shop at the welcome centre.

                705-272-2327        1 Drury Park Road      www.polarbearhabitat.ca

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ATTRACTIONS
                          A MUST SEE FOR AVID SNOWMOBILERS!

SNOWMOBILE
MUSEUM

The Cochrane Classic Vintage Riders
Snowmobile Museum is the first of its kind
and now open in its new, bigger and better
digs adjacent to the Welcome Centre of the
Polar Bear Habitat. Admission is free with
your paid entrance to the Polar Bear Habitat.
The Snowmobile Museum’s exhibit traces
the rich journey of Cochrane’s snowmobile
history from the 1950’s to present day. The
museum showcases close to 100 vintage
sleds and includes an archive of historic
photographs and unique memorabilia. The
Museum and the Vintage Riders also play
host to their “Annual Drag Races” the second
week of February on Lake Commando and a
‘Vintage’ snowmobile ride the first weekend
in March with sleds and riders from near
and far to showcase their vintage sleds.
Check Facebook for dates.                         705-272-2327   1 Drury Park Road   www.polarbearhabitat.ca

HERITAGE
VILLAGE
Take a trip back in time to the early 1900’s,
when Cochrane was being settled. Our
Heritage Village, just steps away from the
Polar Bear Habitat Learning Centre, has a
picturesque main street to explore. Here
you will find a train station, a general store,
butcher shop, doctor’s office, blacksmith’s
shop, fire station and school house.
We even have a Trapper’s Cabin facing the
new polar bear lake enclosure. Come and
enjoy the ‘Festival of Lights’ at the Heritage
Village as part of the Christmas season.
Warm up by the bonfire with hot chocolate,
enjoy carolling and a visit from the ‘other Big
Guy’ from the North Pole! Nanook’s Snack
Shack, named after one of our longest past
polar bear guests, and a youth train ride are
open seasonally.                                  705-272-2327   1 Drury Park Road   www.polarbearhabitat.ca

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ATTRACTIONS
                                                  WORTH A VISIT!

                      TIM HORTON EVENTS CENTRE

                                                                                                                    Photo courtesy of E. Martin

                                                                                             ARENA
                                                                                             Home of the NOJHL Cochrane Crunch – the
                                                                                             town’s Junior ‘A’ hockey team, 2019 Division
POOL
                                                                                             Champions and host of the 2019 Dudley-
Home of the Cochrane Great White swim team, our pool brings a Caribbean feeling to the
                                                                                             Hewitt Cup! Our arena features a newly
North. Palm trees! Water slide! Lazy river! Whirlpool and sauna! Our pool is wonderfully
                                                                                             constructed VIP viewing box above the ice
unexpected and unlike anything else you will find in the north. It is fully supervised and
                                                                                             surface where guests can enjoy a catered
hosts a variety of public, family, and adult swims during the week.
                                                                                             meal and a few cold ones at the Crunch’s
CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR TIMES AND PRICES.                                                      games with purchase of advance tickets.

705-272-5084       7 Tim Horton Drive www.cochraneontario.com
                                                                                             HOME OF THE
                                                                                             COCHRANE CRUNCH

                                                         GARDINER FERRY
                                                                      CASSIOPEIA IV
                                                  Worth a visit! The Cassiopeia IV is the northernmost ferry service operating
                                                  9 months of the year, 24 hours a day free of charge. It is the last winch driven
                                                  cable ferry operating in Canada and is located 32 km north of Cochrane on
                                                  Hwy#579 crossing the Abitibi River. The crossing takes less than two minutes
                                                  each way but the memories will last a lifetime.

       HERE IN THE WINTER? Cross the ice bridge with your snowmobile or your car!

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MUSEUMS & HISTORICAL LANDMARKS
   TIM HORTON MUSEUM                                     49TH PARALLEL                                     1916 FIRE MEMORIAL

                                                         A commemorative plaque is located just 7km        Located approximately 3 km north of Cochrane
                                                         south of Cochrane on Hwy 11. Cochrane lies        at the corner of Genier Road and Concession
   Tim Horton, the hockey star, was born, raised         on the 49th parallel, the same latitude as most   6&7. This memorial site remembers those that
   and started his hockey career in Cochrane.            of the border between the United States and       did not survive the 1916 fire that blazed through
   Our ice surface and Events Centre is named            Western Canada. In comparison, Toronto is on      the Town of Cochrane, destroying everything in
   in his honour. Within these walls is a museum         the 43rd parallel.                                its path. Learn about this historical story at this
   dedicated to Tim and his many accomplishments                                                           memorial park and pick a few apples from the
   before the popularity of the coffee franchise. The
   museum features photos, books, jerseys and
                                                         NIVEN’S                                           donated apple trees that surround the small park.

                                                         MERIDIAN
   568 pucks representing the number of regular
   season and playoff points the hockey legend                                                             GENIER VILLAGE
   scored in the National Hockey League.
                                                         Located 3 km west of
   705-272-5084           7 Tim Horton Drive             Cochrane on Hwy 11
                                                         you will find Niven’s
          DID YOU KNOW?                                  Meridian. This junction
  The Tim Horton coffee shop in Cochrane is only         marks the most important imaginary line in
1 of 2 locations that has memorabilia dedicated to       Northern Ontario that was key in developing the
   Tim Horton, the hockey play displayed inside.
                                                         mining sector in Ontario’s North.

   COCHRANE PUBLIC
   ART GALLERY                                           FOUNDING OF COCHRANE                              Located 15 km north of Cochrane in the Village
                                                                                                           of Genier on the corner of Genier Rd and
                                                         HISTORICAL AREA                                   Concession 10 & 11.

                                                                                                           MEMORIAL PARK

   The Cochrane Public Art Gallery is located on
   the lower level of the library, and available
   for local and surrounding artists to book on a
   monthly basis. The Gallery is well supported
   and booked a year in advance, so call for exhibit     Commemorating        the   first    municipal/    On Lake Commando, Memorial Park
   times and get to know your new favourite artist!      commercial well dug for the community.            commemorates the fallen soldiers of Cochrane
   705-272-4178 178 Fourth Avenue                        Located in the park adjacent to ‘Steam Engine     who fought for our country during World War I
   www.cochranepubliclibrary.com                         137’ on Railway Street.                           and World War II.

   ‘
                                                                                          THE CANADA 150 MEMORIAL BOARDWALK
                                                                                            is a popular walking and cycling trail that connects through the
                                                                                            center of Commando Lake and around to the town’s retail hub,
                                                                                            passing over the Commando bridge and beside the bandstand.

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PARKS & OUTDOOR RECREATION
                                     ACTIVITY
                                     CENTRAL!
                                     Lake Commando Park is the
                                     cornerstone destination of the
                                     community for outdoor recreation.
                                     The park encompasses a downtown
               LAKE COMMANDO         beach, 2.2km of walking trails, an

                              PARK
                                     entertainment facility and a whole lot
                                     of bustling activities! Enjoy the day
                                     fishing, sliding, swimming, paddling,
                                     BBQing, listening to live music or just
                                     soaking up the sunshine.
                                     Few communities can boast a deep,
                                     spring fed lake in the centre of town.
                                     Lake Commando is a 4 season jewel that
                                     hosts many events and activities and
                                     provides a natural walking path around
                                     the perimeter. Anglers of all ages enjoy
                                     the shores of Lake Commando year
                                     around. The supervised beach and
                                     charcoal barbecues are favourites in
                                     the summer months.
                                     During July and August from 12:00
                                     to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday and
                                     12:00 to 7:00 pm, Saturdays and
                                     Sundays, residents and visitors can
                                     enjoy renting canoes, kayaks, paddle
                                     boards, and peddle boats by the hour
                                     to use at their leisure. For the younger
                                     beach goers, the slip and slide, a lake
                                     water fed water slide, is free of charge
                                     and a favourite!

     Lake Features
     • Water tubing slide
     • Canoe rentals
     • Kayak rentals
     • Paddle board rentals
     • Pedal boat rentals
     • Volleyball court
     • Charcoal barbecues
     • Picnic tables
     • 2.2 km of walking
       and cycling trails
     • Movies on the beach

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PAVILION
                                      Cochrane’s newest facility that welcomes residents and visitors alike. This new state of the
                                      art complex is the home to our community’s events and includes a stage built with a stunning
                                      backdrop of Lake Commando. Have a seat on the deck overlooking Commando Lake while
                                      listening to some live entertainment during our many events or enjoy shopping among local
                                      vendors during the weekly Farmers’ Markets in the summer months.

  JOIN US FOR OUR
ANNUAL SUMMERFEST
Live Like A Northerner Celebration!
          Fun for all ages!
        Always the second
        weekend of August.
 www.cochranesummerfest.com

                                             GOLFING
                                             LEE GOLF COURSE is a beautiful 9-hole course located within town
                                             limits that boasts a licensed club house with a full menu. Relax and
                                             unwind inside the air conditioned clubhouse or sit outside on the viewing
                                             deck. Golf carts and equipment to rent from their well-stocked pro-shop.
                                             705-272-5005 450 Second Ab venue
                                             www.leegolfclub.com

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POWERSPORTS ENTHUSIASTS
                                                 WELCOMED!
                                                                                                AVENTURE
                                                                                                NORD
                                                                                                Cochrane is a Francophone host community
                                                                                                on the Aventure Nord trail system. It was
                                                                                                developed as a series of trails and snowparks
                                                                                                that encompass all four seasons: motorcycle
                                                                                                and ATV riding in the spring, summer and
                                                                                                fall, and snowmobiling in winter. Individual
                                                                                                trails and snowparks have been mapped,
                                                                                                thanks to the knowledge of local clubs
                                                                                                and experts, as a connected trail and park
                                                                                                system with the five main communities who
                                                                                                participate in the promotion of the system:
                                                                                                Cochrane, Smooth Rock Falls, Kapuskasing,
                                                                                                Hearst, and Dubreuilville. All trail systems
                                                                                                can be downloaded to gps devices from the
                                                                                                website: www.aventurenord.ca

                                                                                                            DID YOU KNOW?
                                                                                                   All of Cochranes’ streets are open to ATV’s,
                                                                                                 side by side’s, and snowmobiles! Many in our
                                                                                                  community use them as a second vehicle to
                                                                                                     attend events or go grocery shopping!!

                                                        Look for local businesses
                                                       that are certified Aventure
                                                       Nord operators. They know
                                                       powersports just like you!
                                                                                                BOURQUE’S AUTO SALES
                                                                                                110 Hwy 11 West
                                                                                                705-272-6959
THE WORLD’S #1 SNOWMOBILE TRAILS!                                                               www.bourqueauto.com

If you want Northern Ontario riding/           our local snowmobile club, do a stellar job of   PAP’S POWERSHOP
snowmobiling at its best, Cochrane             grooming the trails. Cochrane is the staging     135 3rd Avenue
should be at the top of your list. We offer    area to 3 of Ontario’s best snow tours and one   705-272-3254
many hotels, restaurants, fast food places     of the best snowmobiling communities in          www.papspowershop.com
and gas stations that are open in the winter   the world! We are also home to professional
and trail accessible. The Polar Bear Riders,   Snowcross racer #115 Dave Joanis.

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DO AS COCHRANITES DO!
                                                         DOABLE
                                                         NEIGHBOURHOOD PROJECT

    SHOP LOCAL!
    FARMERS’ MARKET
    Summer Saturday mornings are special
    in Cochrane. A number of local vendors
    make their produce and wares available
    to purchase at the Farmers’ Market, so get
    there early, grab a coffee and purchase
    locally grown vegetables, locally sourced
    meats, cheeses, jams and handmade crafts.            BIKE SHARE                                        BOOK SHARE
                                                         The bike share program has bicycles               This program offers free reading material
    LAKE COMMANDO PAVILION                               available for public use free of charge           for the public to enjoy in the community’s
                                                         to encourage healthy communities and              parks and green spaces, or to take home
                                                         lifestyle. The bikes are for all residents and    to read. Take a book from one location,
    Fridays      3:00 pm - 6:00 pm                       visitors alike and are currently available        and you can return it to another! The
                                                         at three locations in town: The Public            Book Share Boxes have both adult and
    LIVE AT THE LAKESIDE
                                                         Library, the Tim Horton Events Centre             children literature.
                                                         and the Polar Bear Habitat. When riding,
                                                         you will notice Cochrane has a designated
    This is a family friendly event where you can
    enjoy live music, fresh foods, local craft beer      bike lane on most busy streets.
    and weekly special events.
    Fridays       5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

 Cochrane is an agricultural community and
supports locally grown food because it is full
  of flavor, has more nutrients, benefits the
  environment, and creates a community!

                                                      MOVIES
                                                      AT THE PAVILLION
                                                      Every summer the municipality hosts a
                                                      weekly outdoor movie on Lake Commando.
                                                      Bring your camping chair and enjoy the              POP UP PIANO
                                                      show!                                               Free to anyone passing by wanting to play
    DOUGH-NOT                                         Be sure to check community events                   a tune! The pop up piano program is great
    LEAVE WITHOUT                                     calendar to get up to date information.             for all ages and creates a social space
    TASTING A FRITTER!                                These events are weather dependent.                 outdoors for everyone to enjoy.
    Voted Cochrane’s favourite bakery during
    the 2019 Readers Choice Awards, stop in to                                   LOCAL ENTERTAINMENT
    Fresh & Fancy and have one of their apple                             Check out the local music scene at the Station Inn,
    fritters… You won’t regret it!                       Cochrane’s original railway station and the departure point of the Polar Bear Express!

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EVENTS + FESTIVALS
                                         COCHRANE’S
                                         WINTER CARNIVAL

                                         Acclaimed as the oldest of Ontario’s winter
                                         carnivals and the largest in Northern
                                         Ontario, this ten-day festival is a great way
                                         to get outside, blow the dust off and enjoy
                                         Northern Ontario’s winter season! There is
                                         something for every one in the 80 events
                                         that take place during carnival – a smash
                                         up derby, a fishing derby, dances, hockey
                                         tournaments, the Polar Bear dip, vintage
                                         snowmobile races and much more. Even
                                         as a spectator, watch the Torchlight Parade
                                         arrive on the lake - it is unparalleled in it’s
                                         beauty! Carnival takes place the second
                                         week of February.
                                         WWW.COCHRANEWINTERCARNIVAL.COM

                                         CLASSIC +
                                         VINTAGE
                                         CCRV
                                         (Cochrane Classic Vintage Riders Club)

                                         They host a number of events throughout
                                         the winter.

                                         CHECK THEM OUT ON FACEBOOK!

              TOP 3                                  TOP 3
               EVENTS                    SUMMER ACTIVITIES
     1. Cochrane’s Winter Carnival                    1. Camping
     2. Cochrane’s Summerfest                         2. Fishing
     3. CCVR Classic and Vintage Races                3. Paddling

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EVENTS + FESTIVALS
COCHRANE’S
SUMMERFEST

Celebrate the summer with us in August at
the “Live Like a Northerner” Summerfest,
held during the second weekend of August.
Live music, ATV races through mud bogs,
Voyageur boat races, baseball tournaments,
children amusement parks, sidewalk sales,
and fireworks are just a few of the activities
that you will be able to see and participate
in with us!
 WWW.COCHRANESUMMERFEST.COM

FALL FAIR

For the last century, Cochrane Agricultural
Society has played host to the Cochrane
Annual Fall Fair. While the adults browse the
entries in flower arranging, painting, crafts,
quilting and photography competitions, the
kids stay busy with all sorts of games and
races. It’s an unforgettable experience and a
true taste of the spectacle Northern Ontario
has to offer.
VISIT THE FALL FAIR
SEPTEMBER 6 – 7, 2019

NATIONAL
INDIGENOUS DAY

Cochrane’s Ininew Friendship Centre
celebrates National Indigenous Day every
June 21st starting with a Sunrise Ceremony
at 5:00 am. Enjoy the day with a history of
Indigenous people, story telling, a moose
and goose calling contest topped off with
tea and bannock. An art and craft vendor
table is available.
WWW.ININEWFRIENDSHIPCENTRE.CA

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PLAYING IN NORTHERN ONTARIO’S
                            GREATEST BACKYARD

FISHING +                                        OUTFITTERS
HUNTING                                          COCHRANE AIR SERVICES
                                                 705-272-5570
                                                 www.aircochrane.com
The habitat surrounding Cochrane
provides the hunting and fishing adventure       DUNNRIGHT OUTFITTERS
of a lifetime. An abundance of game              705-272-6370
                                                 www.dunnrightoutfitters.ca
produces numerous trophy pike, pickerel,
moose and black bear.                            GOOD TIME OUTFITTERS
Wetlands, lakes, and marshy shorelines           844-468-6486

                                                                                     TOP 3
attract waterfowl and migratory birds            www.goodtimeoutfitters.com
to many prime hunting areas around
Cochrane. Local guides are available year        KESAGAMI LAKE LODGE
                                                 800-253-3474
                                                                               FISHING HOLES
round, while outfitters are famous for           www.kesagami.com
their ability to fly into remote areas for the                                1. Lake Commando
ultimate hunting and fishing experiences.        LITTLE ABITIBI LAKE LODGE    2. Pierre Lake
                                                 705-272-5755                 3. Big Abitibi Lake

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CAMPING

ABITIBI CAMPGROUND                             TAYLOR LAKE                                       FLOOD’S LANDING
AND CONFECTIONERY                              RV PARK                                           CAMPGROUND
Located 10km east of Cochrane on the           Located approximately 10km south of               Located 20 minutes north of Cochrane,
shores of the Abitibi River, the Abitibi       Cochrane on Hanna Road. Taylor Lake RV            Flood’s Landing a drive to destination, with
Campground has campsites for RV’s,             Park welcomes RV’s, campers and tenting           a remote wilderness feel as soon as you
campers, 5th Wheels, trailers and tents.       sites on two lakes. ATV and hiking trails are     enter the gate. Aside from the boundless
They also offer additional amenities such      available. The campground offers many             fishing and hunting opportunities here
as a confectionery, live bait, boat launch,    different styles of camp sites – standard, lake   and in the area, we also offer canoeing
mini putt and a chip stand.                    front, private, and limited sites with power.     and kayaking excursions, memorable
                                                                                                 camping experiences, beautiful cabin
705-272-6518                                   705-272-6818                                      accommodations, amazing snowmobile
                                                                                                 getaways, and a place to rejuvenate the
                                                                                                 body and mind surrounded by nature.
                                                                                                 705-271-5253 www.floodslanding.com

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LONG LIVE THE COLD
                                        NORTHERN WEATHER
   LOOKING FOR THE BEST
                                                                                                                    TOP 3
SNOWMOBILING DESTINATION…
                                                                                                         SNOWMOBILE LOOPS
       LOOK NO FURTHER!                                                                                    1. TOP A103 north to the famous
                                                                                                              Abitibi Canyon, returning via
                                                                                                              Smooth Rock Falls and TOP Trail A.
                                                                                                           2. The Northern Corridor (TOP Trail A)
                                                                                                              to Hearst and back.
                                                                                                           3. Larger loop via TOP A106C and
                                                                                                              TOP C to Timmins and back.

  If you plan on driving to Cochrane, know            THE NORTHERN                                     derby or a maple sugar party. With over 1700
  that you will be at the end of the road. Hwy
  11 North ends in Cochrane, that’s how far
                                                      CORRIDOR                                         kilometers of trails and one of the longest
                                                      The Northern Corridor Du Nord Snowmobile         seasons in Ontario, you are sure to have
  north we are and we love it! Home of snow                                                            plenty to do and snow to enjoy!
  cross pro racer #115 Dave Joanis and home           Association is a member of the Ontario
                                                      Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC),           Our trails are sanctioned by the Ontario
  to the #1 snowmobiling trails in the world;
                                                      with an office located in Kapuskasing.           Federation of Snowmobiler Clubs (OFSC)
  we know snowmobiling and do it well! Our
  season starts early and end’s late, perfect for     They represent the nine member clubs             and as such users of the trails must have
  the avid snowmobiler. Our local snowmobile          that stretch from Cochrane to Hornepayne.        purchased a trail permit through their online
  club, the Polar Bear Riders, do a stellar job of    There is never a lack of activities, be it a     portal. Trail permits from other provinces are
  grooming the trails.                                winter carnival, a snowmobile rally, a fishing   not valid in Ontario, and OFSC trail permits.

       TIPS TO PLANNING YOUR SNOWMOBILE TRIP                                                                        TOP 3
            PLAN YOUR SNOWMOBILING TRIP TO COCHRANE EARLY                                               WINTER ACTIVITIES
                                                                                                                     1. Snowmobiling
                     1. Book your hotel room early (they are hot ticket items in the winter)
                                                                                                                     2. Ice Fishing
                     2. Purchase your trail permit
                                                                                                                     3. Dogsledding

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NOT INTO SNOWMOBILING?
                NO PROBLEM!

                                                                                               ICE FISHING
                                                                                               Cochrane is known for its abundance
                                                                                               of lakes, rivers and prize winning fish,
                                                                                               attracting famous fishermen like Bob Izumi!
                                                                                               Easily accessed on foot, by snowshoe or
                                                                                               snowmobile, these waterways hold a choice
                                                                                               of northern pike, lake trout, speckled trout,
                                                                                               perch and pickerel (walleye). Our local
                                                                                               outfitters (see pg. 16) have a variety of ice
                                                                                               fishing packages.

                                                                                               TAKE AN ICE BRIDGE
DOGSLED TOURS                                                                                  In the summertime Abitibi River is home
Take in a one of a kind experience! Brent                                                      to the Gardiner Ferry Cassiopeia IV, the
& Gail along with their friendly pups are                                                      last winch driven cable ferry operating in
amazing hosts as they take you along for                                                       Canada; but in the winter, the crossing
a dogsledding tour in the remote rural                                                         freezes over providing a unique opportunity
wilderness of Cochrane. Check out their                                                        to cross an ice bridge in your car or
amazing packages by calling to book your                                                       snowmobile. Located 32 km north of
excursion today!                                                                               Cochrane on Hwy#579 crossing the ice road
                                                                                               will take you less than a minute each way
705-272-1210                                                                                   but the memories will last a lifetime.
www.ravensadventures.weebly.com
                                              CROSS COUNTRY SKIING SNOWSHOEING
                                              Located less than a kilometer from the           The Cochrane Cross-Country Ski Club offers
     NO SKIS OR                               downtown core, The Cochrane Cross-Country        easy access to over 5km of signed snowshoe

    SNOWSHOES?                                Ski Club is run by a group of dedicated
                                              volunteers that ensure that over 27 km of ski
                                                                                               trails. Enjoy the winter wonderland with
                                                                                               family and friends. A day use fee of $10 for
           NO PROBLEM.                        trails are groomed for members and visitors      non-members is payable at the entrance of
  As part of Cochrane’s Doable                alike. The club hosts a number of Night Skis     the trails.
  Neighbourhood Project, visitors or          during the season with well-lit trails and hot
  those wanting to try the trails, can        chocolate and cider awaiting your return.        2-405 First Avenue
  ‘borrow’ skis and snowshoes from            A day use fee of $10 for non-members is          www.cochranecrosscountryskiclub.com
  the Cochrane Public Library at 171          payable at the entrance of the trails.
  Fourth Avenue with a Library card. A
  nominal fee of $10 for a non-resident       2-405 First Avenue
  card is available.                          www.cochranecrosscountryskiclub.com

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EXPERIENCE
                                     THE JAMES BAY COAST
POLAR BEAR EXPRESS

There are many reasons people ride the
Polar Bear Express. For some it’s a commuter
train, between the remote communities of
the north and highway access to the south.
For the train buffs, it’s a reminder of how
integral the railroad and train travel were to
building Canada from sea to sea to sea.
For some, it’s the historical value of the fur
trade - seeing the mighty rivers that were
the roadways to James Bay. For the intrepid
paddlers, it is the last leg of their carefully
planned canoe trip. And for the rest, it’s a
journey to escape the hustle and bustle,
put your feet up and your phone away and
enjoy the flora and fauna of the James Bay
lowlands, and rhythmic sounds of the train.
Serving as both a passenger and freight
train, the Polar Bear Express has represented
the lifeline of the lower James Bay region
since its introduction in 1964. While you sit
back and relax, be sure to keep an eye out
for wildlife and expansive views of the Abitibi
and Moose Rivers.

Reservations are required
1-800- 461-8558
www.OntarioNorthland.ca

MOOSONEE AND MOOSE
FACTORY ISLAND
The town of Moosonee, (pop@ 2000) is
located at the edge of the Arctic and the end                                            FOR MOOSONEE TOURISM
of the rail line for the Polar Bear Express train                                        INFORMATION CONTACT:
from Cochrane. Moose Factory Island, (pop.                                               705- 336-2993
@1500) is a community accessible from                                                    info@moosonee.ca
Moosonee by freighter canoe/water taxi in
summer, ice road in winter and chartered                                                 FOR MOOSE FACTORY ISLAND TOURISM
helicopter in the off season (break-up/                                                  INFORMATION CONTACT:
freeze-up). Both communities are steeped                                                 705- 658-4619 ext. 279
in history of our First Nations and the fur                                              Kim.cheechoo@moosecree.com
trade when European settlers first came                                                  Ann.wesley@moosecree.com
to North America. Both are still grounded
in traditional ways of life including spring
and fall goose hunt. Moosonee is also a
major staging area for goods moving farther         DOWNLOAD YOUR “TAKING THE POLAR BEAR EXPRESS BOOKLET”
north, by barge in the summer and ice roads                prior to embarking on your journey. This handy pocket book
in winter, to the remote communities of                            will tell you important snippets along the way.
Kashechewan, Fort Albany, and Attiwapiskat.

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TOUR COCHRANE + THE JAMES BAY COAST
                                                 5 DAY ITINERARY
        TRAVEL TIP
        Although we are a small town in Northeastern Ontario, we are a destination centre and as such, reservations are required for
        hotel rooms and train travel so as not to be disappointed!

   DAY 1 – COCHRANE                                 DAY 2 – MOOSONEE                            DAY 4 – MOOSONEE
          Visit The Polar Bear Habitat, the            was restored to its former glory in          Visit the Rail Car Museum, the MNR
          Heritage Village and the Vintage             1991. There are historical photos in         office and Town of Moosonee office
          Snowmobile Museum, the Tim                   the lobby of the waiting room and a          where Town of Moosonee items may
          Horton Museum.                               history of Ontario Northland Engine          be purchased.
                                                       types in a glass case – depicted by
          Relax at the Tim Horton Event Centre         model train engines.                         Look for the cost of gas…
          using the pool sauna or hot tub.                                                          it’s astronomical!
                                                       Ride the train on station side – you
          Don’t Miss the “Keeper Talks” at the         will get the best view of the scenery.       Travel the Polar Bear Express to
          Polar Bear Habitat, they make your           Watch for the Otter Rapid Hydro dam          Cochrane. The train departs at
          visit that much more enriching!              and the mighty Moose River along             5:00 pm sharp. You should arrive
                                                       with other wildlife!                         at the station at least 30 minutes
          Take in the local sights at Lake                                                          prior to departure. A hearty meal is
          Commando by walking along the                Don’t miss the Northern Store in             available on the train so don’t worry
          boardwalk, paddling the lake or              Moosonee. It’s one of the few places         about supper.
          watching a movie on the beach.               you can buy a bag of milk, a frozen
                                                       pizza, a 4 wheeler or snow machine,          Ride in the Dome Car if you can, but
         HOCKEY FANS                                   furniture or a winter coat.                  be sure to wait until the conductor
   After visiting the Tim Horton Museum,                                                            has collected your ticket.
 stop in at the Tim Horton Coffee shop and             Find a fossil while walking the Moose
                                                       River waterfront. The James Bay
check out the memorabilia dedicated to the
 founder/hockey star ‘Tim Horton’ - one of             Lowlands, of which Moosonee and          DAY 5 – COCHRANE
   only two locales that have it displayed.            Moose Factory Island are part of,            Visit the Cassiopeia IV Ferry, the only
                                                       were once covered by a sub tropical          one of its kind left in the province.
                                                       ocean. Because of that, many fossils
   DAY 2 – MOOSONEE                                    can still be found along natural shore
                                                       lines or excavated sites.
                                                                                                    Take in the scenery of the country
                                                                                                    side landscape heading north on Hwy
                                                                                                    579 toward the Cassiopeia IV Ferry.
          Travel on the Polar Bear Express.            See the Aurora Borealis light up and
          Book your travel tickets in advance.         dance in the sky during clear nights.        Don’t forget - take a picture with
          Scheduled departure time leaving                                                          Chimo at the entrance of town.
          Cochrane is 9:00 am sharp and                                                             Oh and the memories you’ve made
          scheduled arrival time in Moosonee                                                        during your stay!
          is 1:50 pm Taxis’ are available upon      DAY 3 – MOOSE FACTORY
          arrival in Moosonee or pick up may
          have been prearranged with your              See beluga whales during the
          overnight stay.                              months of May/June.
                                                                                                         TRAVEL TIP
          Eat breakfast at the Station Inn             Don’t miss the water or snowmobile          Plan ahead! There is no Wi-Fi or
          (voted the best Breakfast in Town            taxi service to cross the Moose River.       cell phone service in between
          by locals in 2019 Readers Choice                                                           Cochrane and Moosonee, so
          Awards) and watch the hustle and             Visit the Anglican Church, Hudson
                                                                                                     ensure you’ve booked your
          bustle of the pre-boarding of the            Bay House and the Cree Village
                                                       Eco Lodge.                                    overnight stay and checked
          Polar Bear Express!                                                                      out the tourism information for
          Visit the Train Station in Cochrane.         See the vast and spectacular sunsets.        Moosonee and Moose Factory
          Get to the station early if you can and                                                      Island before you leave.
          have a walk around – the building.

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ONE DAY
              HISTORICAL TOUR OF COCHRANE
        SPEND THE DAY LEISURELY TRAVELLING FROM ONE SPOT TO THE
          NEXT LEARNING ABOUT COCHRANE AND ITS RICH HISTORY.

                                          4   Check out the memorabilia that
                                              is found inside the Train Station,
                                              then stop for lunch next door or
                                              at any number of restaurants in
                                              our downtown core.                        Next visit the Tim Horton
 1    Stop for your photo op at                                                    7
                                                                                        Museum at the Tim Horton
      Cochrane’s ‘Welcome’ sign and
                                                                                        Event Centre.
      mascot ‘Chimo’.
                                                                                        Head up Genier Road and stop
                                                                                   8
                                                                                        in to visit the Fire Memorial and
                                                                                        learn about the devastating
                                                                                        fires that affected the pioneers
                                                                                        of Cochrane. Pick apples off the
                                                                                        apple trees or have a picnic.

                                                                                   9    Cross the country side westward
                                                                                        toward Hwy 579 making your
                                                                                        way back south toward Hwy 11
                                                                                        West to visit Niven’s Meridian.
                                          5   Take a walk along Sixth Avenue,
                                              stop in to the numerous little
                                              shops, grab some bannock and
                                              a coffee or an ice cream and
 2    Head to the Heritage Village and
                                              continue your journey towards
      stroll down memory lane through
                                              the Canada 150 Boardwalk.
      early 19th century Cochrane’s
      hardware stores, barber shop,
      train station and more. While you
                                          6   Stroll around the Boardwalk
      are there take some time to visit
                                              into Memorial Park, where we
      our three polar bears!
                                              recognize our local veterans. Take        Head eastward on Hwy 11
                                              in the view of Lake Commando         10   towards Hwy 11 South to visit
      Next head over to Railway Street
 3                                            on your way across the bridge.            your last stop: 49th Parallel.
      to learn about the founding
      of Cochrane located beside
      Engine 137.

                      DOWNLOAD YOUR SELF GUIDED BOOKLET.
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WEEKEND WARRIORS
                                   WITH THE WEE ONES
             A ONE DAY ITINERARY FOR TOURING COCHRANE WITH KIDS.
        Stop for your photo op at
 1
        Cochrane’s ‘Welcome’ sign and
        mascot ‘Chimo’.

        Get to the Polar Bear Habitat
2
        early. Tour the Welcome Centre,
        where you can enjoy a short
        film about Cochrane and area
        including the habitat and the
        bears. If traveling with a pet, the
        staff at the Habitat can assist
        with their safekeeping.

3       Timing will be perfect to
        enjoy the ‘Keepers Talk’ in the
        morning, providing plenty of
        play time with the bears. Our
        Keepers are knowledgeable
        and committed to the well
        being of our bears – you will
        be entertained by the bears’
        personalities, likes, habits and
        background through the eyes
        of the Keepers. Remember, like
        all bears, they are hungry and
        playful earlier in the day – their
        circadian rhythm is similar to
        most mammals, including naps
        in the afternoons.

4       Tour the Snowmobile Museum
        and the Heritage Village.                  Now relax with a leisurely              Summer months, spend the
                                               6                                       8
                                                   lunch at any number of café’s,          afternoon at the waterfront –
        After your encounter with the
5                                                  licensed restaurants or fast            swim and play at the beach.
        bears, get to the Tim Horton               food places.                            Rent a kayak, SUP, peddle boat
        Events Centre – the open swim                                                      or canoe. Maybe fish for those
        (all ages) is from 12 pm – 2 pm                                                    abundant trout from shore.
        on weekends. Check to confirm          7   Depending on the time of year, a
        times – it will not disappoint!            walk, bike or drive around Lake
                                                   Commando is worth it! Borrow        9   Winter months, spend the
                                                   a bike from one of the Bike Share       afternoon sliding at Queen
                                                   locations. Enjoy the walking/           Elizabeth park located on
We can guarantee, that no matter                   bike paths around the lake. Stop        Lake Commando.
 where you live, the kids will be                  in at the Waterfront or Pavilion
  sleeping on their way home!                      and then enjoy a walk through
                                                   our busy downtown retail hub.

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COCHRANE                                           PLACES
                       EATS!                                    TO STAY

RESTAURANTS                      TAKE OUT                        HOTELS / B & B’S
PANDA BUFFET                     HARVEY’S/                       CHIMO MOTEL & RESTAURANT
705-272-6638                     SWISS CHALET                    866-520-6946 | 705-272-6555
126 Highway 11 West              705-272-5050                    126 Hwy 11 West
                                                                 www.chimomotel.com
                                 54 Hwy 11 West
J.R.’S BAR-B-Q RANCH
705-272-4999                                                     NORTH ADVENTURE INN
63 Third Avenue                  OLINDO’S PIZZA                  877-891-5858 | 705-272-6683
                                 705-272-2272                    517 Hwy 11 West
KAYLOB’S KAFE                    102 Sixth Avenue                www.northadventureinn.ca
705-272-4025
282 Eighth Avenue                (backlane)
                                                                 THRIFTLODGE
NORTH ADVENTURE INN RESTAURANT   PIZZA PIZZA                     800-525-9055 | 705-272-4281
(seasonal)                       Take-out Counter                50 Hwy 11 South
705-272-6683                     705-272-1111                    www.thriftlodgecochrane.ca
517 Hwy 11 West (1.5 miles)
                                 1-31 Hwy 11 West                COMMANDO MOTEL
THE STATION RESTAURANT                                           705-272-2700
705-272-6007                     SUBWAY                          80 Seventh Avenue
200 Railway Street               705-272-2508
                                                                 STATION INN
                                 Hwy 11 West
THE GOLDEN FLOWER                                                800-461-8558 | 705-272-3500
705-272-3211                                                     200 Railway Street
99 Sixth Avenue                  TIM HORTON’S                    www.ontarionorthland.ca
                                 705-272-3544
TERRY’S STEAKS,                  Hwy 11 West                     WESTWAY MOTEL
BURGERS & MORE                                                   877-772-4285 | 705-272-4285
705-272-4770                                                     83 Hwy 11 West
50 Hwy 11 South                  THE POLAR BEAR MARKET           www.westwaymotel.ca
                                 AND COOKHOUSE
THE ICE HUT                      705-272-2023
705-272-4777
105 Third Street
                                 149 Fourteenth Avenue           CAMPGROUNDS
                                                                 ABITIBI CAMPGROUND
TAKE OUT                         HOTELS / B & B’S                AND CONFECTIONERY
                                                                 705-272-6518
EMPIRE THEATRE                                                   Hwy 652 before bridge
                                 BEST WESTERN SWAN CASTLE INN
705-272-4555
                                 800-265-3668 | 705-272-5200     TAYLOR LAKE RV PARK
156 Sixth Avenue
                                 189 Railway Street              705-272-6818
                                 www.bestwesternontario.com      Hwy 11 South
FRESH & FANCY BAKERY
705-272-3733
                                 BETTY’S BED & BREAKFAST         FLOOD’S LANDING
157 Fourth Street
                                 705-272-4085                    CAMPGROUND & COTTAGES
                                 1907 Hwy 11 South               705-271-5253
GRAND-MA EXPRESS
AND POP’S PIZZA                                                  www.floodslanding.com
705-272-2030
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                           Long Sault Dam                       19 km
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                           Flood's Landing                      23 km                                                                                                                              Agricultural Society Cochrane
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                           Silver Queen Lake                    25 km                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Seventh Street West                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Seventh Street East
                           Gardiner Ferry                       32 km
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                                                                                                                                                                                             Taylor Lake RV Park      17 km                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Polar Bear Habitat                                                                                                                      Lake                                                                                  Recreation                                                                                                   Pet Friendly
                                                                                                                                                                                             Timmins                 106 km                                                                       11                                                                                                                                                   & Heritage Village                                                                                                                                                                                                            Art Gallery                                                                                                  Bike Share

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                                                                                                                                                                                             Toronto                 720 km

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