Employing approximately 1,800 people, Teck Resources (formerly Cominco) is the region’s largest employer.
The average age of an employee at Teck Resources' Trail operation is 47.
It is anticipated that within 15 years Teck Resources' Trail operation will have a completely new and different labour force.
A younger and perhaps more technical labour force will most likely replace those that are retiring.
The big picture for the area is one of an aging population which brings about ongoing employment opportunities in the area.
This is evidence based on the improved housing sales in the years between 2005 and 2007, making the Greater Trail area a target destination for people looking for better quality of life in a smaller community setting.

The City of Trail is also home to the largest hospital in the West Kootenay region.
Employing approximately 1,800 people, Teck Resources (formerly Cominco) is the region’s largest employer. The average age of an employee at Teck Resources' Trail operation is 47. It is anticipated that within 15 years Teck Resources' Trail operation will have a completely new and different labour force. A younger and perhaps more technical labour force will most likely replace those that are retiring. The big picture for the area is one of an aging population which brings about ongoing employment opportunities in the area. This is evidence based on the improved housing sales in the years between 2005 and 2007, making the Greater Trail area a target destination for people looking for better quality of life in a smaller community setting.
The City of Trail is also home to the largest hospital in the West Kootenay region.
Trail, British Columbia