Trail: Who’s who in business

Information for business in Trail, B.C., including contacts, award winners and listings.

Trail, B.C., at night along the banks of the Columbia River.

Trail, B.C., is situated on the banks of the mighty Columbia River. — Jason de Frias photo

Community Pulse Population8,286 (2023) Number of businesses500 Supporting industriesMining (smelting and refining), recreation, services, tourism

Located on the Columbia River, Trail, B.C., is a hub for industry and economic activity. Teck Trail Operations operates one of the world's largest zinc and lead smelting and refining complexes, driving the region’s industrial sector. The Waneta Dam and its expansion play a significant role in local energy production and infrastructure.

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Trail Chamber of Commerce

Everything you need to know about the Trail & District Chamber of Commerce on one handy page.

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City of Trail

Current Council

  • Colleen Jones, Mayor
  • Bev Benson 
  • Paul Butler
  • Nick Cashol
  • Thea Hanson
  • Terry Martin
  • Doug E. Wilson

Economic development contact

Contact City Hall

1394 Pine Avenue, Trail, BC  V1R 4E6
1-877-767-0400; 250 364-1262; Fax: 250 364-0830  

[email protected]; www.trail.ca

Office hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 pm Pacific Time, Monday to Friday

Trail branding and tourism

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Do you own a business in Trail? We'd like to hear more about you. Please contact us if you're a successful long-time business owner in the area, or if you think you would qualify as a top employer in the Kootenays.

Promoted Trail businesses