About us
The Cochrane Agricultural Society is a not for profit organization dedicated to fostering community pride through agriculture and heritage.
With a variety of programming – including the Cochrane Fall Fair and the seasonal Fresh From the Farm Market – the Cochrane Agricultural Society provides education to our community and connects modern life with traditional practices.
Board of Directors 2024
Officers
President: Carolyn Struyk
Vice-President: Terry Morrison
Treasurer: Hope Levesque
Secretary: Sandra Touchette
Directors
Bonnie Axcell
Nicole Boyer
Darlene Elchuk
Elissa Girard
Elaine Glenesk
Diana Hotte
Elaine Kolomeitz
Thelma Searles
Junior Director
Zoe Boyer
Heritage
Cochrane’s Fall Fair is among the oldest in Northern Ontario.
In 1913 – just three years after Cochrane was officially established – the Cochrane Agricultural Society formed and held the town’s first fair.
In 1917, the Fall Fair had 1,000 people visit the grounds and $116.50 was collected at the gate. At that time, the largest attraction was the Tug-a-war which was “probably the best [one] that was ever witnessed in North country,” as reported by the Cochrane Northland Post.
In the early years, prizes for exhibits included a sow with litter and one pair of silk stockings.
The Fall Fair – and much more!
More than 100 years later, the Cochrane Agricultural Society is thrilled to still be hosting the Cochrane Fall Fair as an immersive way to connect people to our agricultural heritage.
And the Ag Society doesn’t stop there. Throughout the year, we invite our members, neighbours, and friends to plant in the community garden. We also offer free hands-on programming to schools and groups.
Community
Community
The Fall Fair – and much more!
More than 100 years later, the Cochrane Agricultural Society is thrilled to still be hosting the Cochrane Fall Fair as an immersive way to connect people to our agricultural heritage.
And the Ag Society doesn’t stop there. Throughout the year, we invite our members, neighbours, and friends to plant in the community garden. We also offer free hands-on programming to schools and groups.
Membership
Anyone can become a member
Membership in the Cochrane Agricultural Society is open to everyone.
Adults (over 16) must be members in order to exhibit at the Fall Fair.
Cost is $15 , which covers entrance fees as an exhibitor in the Fall Fair.
Board meetings are open to all members. Please reach out to us for dates and times.
Our Annual General Meeting is held in January.
Grow your own food
After many years of dreaming and planning, the Cochrane Agricultural Society relaunched its community garden at the Fairgrounds in 2016.
Members plant, water and weed regularly to grow carrots, potatoes, beans, peas, chives, onions, lettuce, and more.
Anyone who wants their own plot can contact us.
Community Garden
