a professional presence
VIRTUAL MAILBOXES
a real cochrane address for your business — mail, packages, and a professional home base, without the overhead.
the basics
WHAT IS A VIRTUAL MAILBOX?
a virtual mailbox gives your business a real cochrane street address that receives mail and packages from any courier. unlike a po box — which only accepts canada post — your virtual mailbox is a staffed address, so fedex, ups, amazon, purolator, and everyone else can deliver too. when mail arrives, you’ll know. pick it up in person, or have us forward it anywhere.
work from anywhere
YOUR BUSINESS ADDRESS IN COCHRANE
you don’t need a physical desk to have a professional local presence. our virtual mailbox service gives your business a real cochrane street address — the same railway st hq location that houses our flagship coworking space.
use it on your website, business cards, and google business profile. we’ll receive your mail and packages, and let you know when something arrives.
over 200 individuals and companies already trust us with their mail and deliveries.
WHAT YOU GET
- ✓ prestigious Cochrane street address
- ✓ 225 Railway St E, Cochrane, AB
- ✓ mail receiving & secure storage
- ✓ package receiving & notification
- ✓ works with all couriers — FedEx, UPS, Amazon & more (not a PO Box)
- ✓ oversized & pallet receiving — big shipments welcome
- ✓ UPS Access Point on-site — ship at discounted rates
- ✓ mail forwarding available
- ✓ staffed reception during business hours
- ✓ use address for Google Business, CRA, etc.
- ✓ online mailbox management
- ✓ available standalone or as membership add-on
who it’s for
PERFECT IF YOU’RE…
HOME-BASED PROFESSIONAL
you run your business from home but want a professional address for your website, business cards, and client communications — without using your home address or a PO Box.
E-COMMERCE & MAKERS
you sell products online or ship physical goods and need a real address that accepts any courier — including FedEx, UPS, and Amazon. oversized packages and pallets are welcome.
LOCAL TRADES & SERVICES
you’re a contractor, consultant, or service pro who works on-site. get a business address that isn’t your home, and a reliable place for important mail and deliveries to land.
three steps
HOW IT WORKS
1
SIGN UP
pick a plan and complete a quick agreement. takes about 5 minutes.
2
GET YOUR ADDRESS
start using 225 railway st e, cochrane, ab for your business right away.
3
START RECEIVING
we accept mail and packages from any courier and notify you when something arrives.
WELCOME OFFER
YOUR FIRST DAY IS ON US
every new virtual mailbox member gets a complimentary day pass to experience the corner in person — see the space, meet the team, and get to work.
GETTING STARTED
READY TO SIGN UP?
setting up your virtual mailbox takes just a few minutes. you’ll need:
- ✓ valid government-issued photo ID
- ✓ completed mailbox agreement (we’ll walk you through it)
- ✓ first month’s payment
why the corner
REAL PEOPLE. REAL PLACE.
we’re locally owned and based in cochrane. our team is on-site at railway st during business hours — your mail is handled by actual humans, not a satellite sorting facility.
over 200 individuals and companies already trust the corner with their cochrane mail and deliveries — from home-based consultants to shopify merchants to local trades.
common questions
FAQ
what’s the difference between a virtual mailbox and a po box?
a po box only takes canada post. your virtual mailbox at the corner is a staffed street address, so any courier can deliver: fedex, ups, purolator, amazon, and anything from a postcard to a pallet. you’re notified in your app as each item arrives, and you can ask for a scan, forward or shred from your phone.
do i need to live or work in cochrane?
no. most mailbox clients work somewhere else and use the address for business. drop in when you’re in town, or have your mail held, scanned or forwarded wherever you are, including overseas.
can i use this address for my business?
it’s a real, staffed street address, not a po box, which is what most registrations ask for. many clients use it as their alberta registered office, for cra mail, for their google business profile and for banking. each organization makes its own decision, so your registry agent, accountant or bank can confirm it fits your setup. documentation confirming your mailbox is available on request.
how will my address read?
any of these work, as long as your name or company name and your mailbox number are on it:
#XXX, 225 Railway St E, Cochrane, AB T4C 2C3
Suite XXX, 225 Railway St E, Cochrane, AB T4C 2C3
XXX-225 Railway St E, Cochrane, AB T4C 2C3 (canada post’s format, used for mail forwarding)
how fast will i know my mail has arrived?
you’re notified in your app the same business day it arrives. scans are done within one business day, often within a few hours. nothing is opened unless you ask.
can you forward my mail?
yes, anywhere in the world. pick your shipping preference in the app and it goes out with the matching carrier: canada post, purolator, fedex, ups or dhl. ask for a quote first if you’d like to see the cost before anything ships.
is there a staffed front desk?
yes, 9 am to 5 pm, monday to friday. visitors and couriers asking for you or your company by name are looked after, and anything delivered is logged to your mailbox the same business day.
who handles my mail, and is it secure?
a small, trained team. your mail is kept in a locked cabinet until you decide what to do with it, opened only when you ask for a scan, and shredding is available for anything you don’t need.
can i get a town of cochrane business licence at this address?
several mailbox clients do. the corner is recognized by the town as a multiple-business location, and fire inspections are completed by the corner on behalf of all members, so you don’t need a separate one. the licence decision is the town’s, so check with them for your situation.
how fast can i start?
usually the same day. sign-up takes about five minutes online, and you can use the address as soon as it’s approved. new mailbox members also get a complimentary day pass to come and see the space.
READY TO GET YOUR COCHRANE ADDRESS?
reach out and we’ll get your virtual mailbox set up — often within the same day. available standalone or as an add-on to a coworking membership.
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