Cochrane Cemetery (Centre Ave N, near Sunterra Ridge & Mount St. Francis)
Cochrane is home to three cemeteries, each with its own history and role in our community. The Parks team cares for and maintains these spaces with pride and respect.
The Cochrane Cemetery has been serving the community since 1996. Plots in the Cochrane Cemetery are assigned at the time of need. Pre-selection of a plot is not available.
Block 1 (cremations only):
- Each plot holds up to two cremated remains.
- Only flat markers are allowed.
Block 2 :
- Nearing capacity.
- Available for both casket, and cremation interments.
- A single headstone may be upright, pillow or flat.
Block 3 :
- Available for both casket and cremation burials.
- A single headstone may be upright, pillow or flat.
Columbaria niches available
A new Hexagon shaped columbaria has been established in the Cochrane Cemetery. There are 84 niches available for purchase. Each niche can hold up to two cremated remains and may be chosen and purchased in advance.
St. Andrews Cemetery
- Protestant cemetery
- All in-ground plots are reserved and no longer available for purchase.
Columbaria niches available
Since 2018, two inter-denominational columbaria have been available. As of October 2025, a third columbaria is now available. Each columbarium has 64 niches and can hold up to two cremated remains. Niches may be chosen and purchased in advance.
St. Mary’s Cemetery
- Catholic cemetery
- All in-ground plots are reserved and closed to new purchases since 1996.
- No columbaria are currently available.
Important information
- St. Mary’s and St. Andrews Cemeteries are closed to new in-ground plot purchases.
- St. Andrews offers columbaria niches as the only option for new purchases.
- The Town of Cochrane is not responsible for loss or damage caused by theft or vandalism to monuments, vases, flowers or wreaths.
Flower and marker guidelines
- Permanent vases that are part of a marker may hold fresh or silk flowers.
- The Parks team will top up and seed or sod plots that have settled each spring.
Maintenance
Our cemeteries are cared for year-round to ensure they remain respectful, welcoming places for families and visitors.
- A full clean-up happens each spring (April/May) and each fall (August/September).
- During this time, Town staff remove items that don’t meet cemetery guidelines.
- Removed items are placed on the shelf at the entrance of Cochrane Cemetery, where they can be picked up for up to one month.
Cemetery fees and charges
For the most up-to-date fees and charges, please see our Cemetery Fees and Charges or contact us at cemetery@cochrane.ca.