All Trail articles

Congratulations to our 2013 Influential Kootenay Women in Business Award winners in the West Kootenay and Revelstoke.

Over 600 Grade 10 to 12 students travelled to Selkirk College to learn about the programs, meet faculty and get a real taste of student life.

Kootenay Tonewood near Trail, B.C., is turning its green sawdust into fuel, which is in turn used to provide energy for the shop's operations.

Columbia Power has embarked on a consultation project to gather feedback and insight from the public.

The board of directors of the Trail Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the recruitment of Norm Casler as the new executive director for the chamber.

Ferraro’s Pharmasave has undergone a major move to a location in downtown Trail.

The corporate newspaper, Business in Vancouver (BIV), recently published a list of the biggest corporate donors in B.C.

AM Ford in Trail, the largest Ford dealership in the region, is planning to expand its Trail-based dealership.

Chance to help the new West Kootenay Transit Committee and BC Transit shape the public transportation service.

Maggie Stayanovich No Longer Trail Chamber Executive Director

A number of West Kootenay Best of Business employers share their team-building strategies.

The people of Trail can now enjoy an A&W root beer without leaving the town limits.

Jody Fors, the owner of Performance Fitness in Trail, B.C., truly cares about the members of his gym.

This summer, residents of Trail were glad to welcome Kootenay Outdoor Living to town.

A Business in Vancouver article recently reported on the surge in activity at the Trail Regional Airport (TRA) located in Waneta, just south of the City of Trail. Pacific Coastal Airlines flies a regular daily schedule in and out of the TRA.

Entek Painting and Decking was founded in 1990. Owner Terry Lind talks about being an entrepreneur and what makes his long-standing business successful.

Garden of Eden Vegan Organics is a breath of fresh air in the Trail community.

Lil T's restaurant in Trail, B.C., won seven awards in Kootenay Business magazine's 2012 Best Places to Eat and Drink as well as four Best of Business Awards.

The Trail Aquatic & Leisure Centre, built in 1996, is undergoing some much-needed repairs and upgrading in the future.

Michelle Brown, former owner of Curves, is whipping Trail residents into shape with her new business, Better Health Fitness.

Got Juiced makes smoothies and drinks jam-packed full of fresh fruit, vegetables and optional vegan proteins or supplements.

The Trail Regional Airport, run by dedicated volunteers, supports the transportation needs of the ever-growing development in the area. Pacific Coastal has just increased its flight schedule to three flights a day.

Carpenter Louis Maglio founded the Nelson store in 1976 after a decade serving as Nelson's mayor. The Trail branch of Maglio Building Centre was launched in 1997.

Able Plastics celebrates 20 years in business and builds a brand new office and warehouse complex.

The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary has engaged Wave Point Consulting Ltd. to undertake a study to measure the full economic impact of the Trail Regional Airport.

Maggie Stayanovich, executive director of the Trail & District Chamber of Commerce, is excited about the community efforts—and the results of those efforts—in developing and revitalizing Trail.

West Kootenay Influential Women in Business Awards 2012 Winner: Ingrid Hope, president/owner of Hall Printing, Trail.

Pride Gym's welcoming atmosphere has made it a vital part of Trail's fitness scene.

Lizette Tucker opened a new business in Trail last spring and she’s constantly making improvements.

Veterinarian Dr. Colleen Kramer established a small private business several years ago, but a recent surge in the local animal kingdom has encouraged company growth.

An enhanced schedule for transportation between Trail and Vancouver could make travelling easier.

Amanda Thate, a country singer from Grand Forks, is competing in the Fan's Choice Competition 2012 for a performance spot at the annual Merritt Mountain Music Festival.

Here are some interesting facts about Teck Trail.

Recently, Kootenay Business magazine publisher, Keith Powell, had the opportunity to sit in on a presentation by Richard Deane, head of public affairs at Teck in Trail. Deane reviewed the economic impact and opportunities of Teck in the Kootenays and some of its upcoming projects.

Teck Trail employs 1,585 employees and produces 18 metal and chemical products. Its main competitive advantage is its established location and secure power source, as Teck owns two-thirds of the Waneta Dam.

Believe it or not, Calgary's Motive Industries is developing a "green" electric car complete with a bio-composite body made from hemp called the Kestrel EV.

The Lower Columbia Initiatives Corporation (LCIC) is spearheading an economic development project in co-operation with Selkirk College's Rural Development Institute.

Trail's Lower Columbia Initiatives Corporation (LCIC) strives to develop and implement strategies to strengthen the local economy.

The owner of Loblaws has been busy converting Extra Food locations to the new No Frills franchise over the last few years.

The Columbia Basin Rural Development Institute anticipates that an upcoming pilot project could provide the framework required to respond to some of the economic challenges in the Kootenays.

Josh was a local skateboarding legend in the Castlegar community, but he dreamed about making skateboarding accessible to people who need support—Justin made that happen.

Rossland and Castlegar Medical Aesthetics and Day Spas are pleased to announce that they have opened their Trail, B.C. location as of November 2011.

Dieter Bogs represents the engaged citizens of Trail, but he also recognizes the need for improvements.

This expansive security company makes the Kootenays a safer place to live and work.

Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) is pleased to announce the first communities participating in its new Community Directed Youth Funds (CDYF) program.

Trail is known for its distinction as a top sporting locale, offering everything from a renowned hockey legacy to a range of outdoor hiking and skiing areas.

Teck Resources Ltd. is keeping CEO Don Lindsay in place, but several members of the senior management team are retiring, prompting an executive shake-up.

The Lower Columbia Initiatives Corporation is proud to announce the launch of the their new website and eNewsletter.

Doell Photo lives up to its many accolades with devoted staff and quality work

In support of small and medium businesses across the province, the managers of chambers of commerce and boards of trade have reorganized to improve their performance in support of members.