Business View Magazine | March 2019

203 system, and a commercial base to offset resi- dential taxes. With a median age of 37, appealing to that demographic figures significantly in the com- munity’s agenda. “We have a lot of young fami- lies in Cochrane,” says Genung. “And one of the things I’ve heard from residents is their desire to work locally. To that end, we are focused on spurring local economic development and working with local industry to provide jobs.” Cochrane is continuing to focus on becoming a hub for new and emerging technologies. It is already the home of Garmin Canada, the inter- national manufacturer of GPS navigation and wearable technology to the automotive, avia- tion, marine, outdoor, and fitness markets. Gar- min Canada’s Cochrane office employs more than 250 staff. In addition, Cochrane is also Cochrane Alberta Supporting communities since 1943 a great place to do business Business View Publishing.indd 1 2019-02-13 3:45:20 PM