Cochrane District

Cochrane District is an administrative region in Northeastern Ontario that spans a vast territory with urban centers like Timmins and Kapuskasing. The area includes both organized municipalities and more rural sections managed by local service boards.

The district was created in 1921 when portions were separated from the Timiskaming and Thunder Bay districts. This reorganization established a new administrative division in Northern Ontario.

The population includes English speakers, French speakers, and First Nations communities who live side by side in towns across the district. This mix of languages and traditions shapes daily life in the region.

The region is best explored by car since distances between settlements are substantial. It is helpful to check ahead on facility hours in smaller communities, as services can be limited in more remote areas.

The region is home to a global rarity: a facility dedicated to observing and studying polar bears in a setting close to their natural habitat. This facility draws visitors interested in seeing the animals in conditions that reflect their natural behavior.

Location: Northeastern Ontario

Inception: 1921

Shares border with: Timiskaming District, Jamésie

GPS coordinates: 50.50000,-83.00000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:21