Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Cochrane, Alberta, call the RCMP Cochrane Detachment non-emergency line at 403-932-2211 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 9-1-1 2.
Who to call in Cochrane
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 9-1-1 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (RCMP Cochrane Detachment) | 403-932-2211 | 1 |
| Report a crime online | Official online reporting | 3 |
| Suicide crisis | 9-8-8 (call or text) | 4 |
What does the RCMP Cochrane Detachment say?
"Non-emergency contact information Administration 403-851-8000 Non-emergency 403-932-2211 Fax 403-932-2842 Location 12 Clydesdale Avenue Cochrane, Alberta" 1
When should you use the non-emergency line?
The official page lists these examples 5:
- "Minor motor vehicle collisions; no injuries, alcohol, drugs, or impairment, and drivers' information exchanged"
- "Break and enters that already took place"
- "Lost property"
- "Property damage under $5,000"
- "Theft under $5,000"
Who answers the call?
In Cochrane, police calls that are not emergencies go to the RCMP Cochrane Detachment 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Alberta: Red Deer, Sherwood Park, Airdrie, Fort McMurray, St. Albert, Spruce Grove, Leduc, Lloydminster. Outside city limits and on highways: RCMP in Alberta (K Division) (RCMP). All RCMP lines: RCMP non-emergency numbers. All cities: Police non-emergency numbers by city. Every national number: Emergency numbers in Canada.
Frequently asked questions
What is the non-emergency number for police in Cochrane?
403-932-2211, the RCMP Cochrane Detachment non-emergency line 1.
Is 403-932-2211 the same as 9-1-1?
No. 9-1-1 is for emergencies 2; 403-932-2211 is the RCMP Cochrane Detachment line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Cochrane?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the RCMP Cochrane Detachment has an official online reporting page 3.
Sources · 5
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police · Alberta RCMP detachment locations | Royal Canadian Mounted Police checked 2026-11-09
- Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) · 9-1-1 Services for Traditional Wireline, VoIP and Wireless Phone Services checked 2026-10-28
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police · Contact the RCMP in Alberta | Royal Canadian Mounted Police checked 2026-11-09
- 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline · Get Help, 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline checked 2026-11-05
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police · Reporting a crime | Royal Canadian Mounted Police checked 2026-11-09