Cochrane's Welcome Wagon had another busy year welcoming babies, new businesses and residents to the town.

The Welcome Wagon greeted 359 people, 80 new babies and 75 businesses to Cochrane. jennifer Foy with the program says this is only a fraction of new faces in town, as they still rely on referrals from the community.

Foy says the Cochrane business community continues to be supportive with sponsorships even in times of economic hardship.

"Majority of sponsors have stayed with us, they appreciate the value of us getting their information out to residents."

Foy says community members also find the service beneficial since it helps them learn what Cochrane has to offer.

"I can't tell you how many times when I am doing a visit with a family to town people will say I had no idea this particular business was in Cochrane, I thought I would have to be driving into Calgary for this or that. It's wonderful to be able to say no, you don't need to go into Calgary, this service is available here in Cochrane."

If you know someone who would welcome a visit and basket, contact Foy at 403-862-3791 or jennifer.foy@shaw.ca

 

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