TRAIL, BC

Trail is situated on the Columbia River in the West Kootenay Region of British Columbia, 9 kilometres north of the Canada-US border. Trail is the home to approximately 8,000 people and Teck Cominco’s Lead-Zinc Smelter complex, the largest one of its kind in the world. Nestled in the Selkirk and Monashee mountain ranges, Trail is a four-season destination offering an abundance of recreation activities and first class recreation facilities, including a multi-million dollar Aquatic and Leisure Centre and the Trail Memorial Centre’s Cominco Arena, with a total capacity of 3100 spectators.

The City is rich in hockey history and is home to the 1939, 1961 and 1963 Trail Smoke Eaters who represented Canada at the World Hockey Championships, with the 1939 and 1961 teams bringing home World Champion titles. Residents pride themselves on being known as the Home of Champions, recognizing the achievements of those who reside in or are from Trail that have excelled in their chosen endeavours.

The citizens of Trail are awaiting with anticipation the arrival of the high level of hockey talent this tournament is bringing to our community and we invite you to visit us during the tournament and enjoy firsthand our friendly, clean, safe community. For information please visit the City’s website at www.trail.ca or contact the Trail and District Chamber of Commerce at (250) 368-3144 or toll free at 1-877-636-9569

NELSON, BC

Tucked into the lush Selkirk Mountains is the soulful community of Nelson, British Columbia. Whether you visit for relaxation or adventure, be revitalized. Some come for a visit and never leave. Those who do leave, leave inspired.

The city is more than the sum of its individual attractions, though they themselves are quite impressive. The rolling Selkirk Mountains set against the West Arm of Kootenay Lake offer scenery that defies comparison. Thanks to the mild climate here, you can ski without freezing in the winter and fish without scorching in the summer. This makes Nelson a paradise for outdoor sports enthusiasts. The award winning terrain and abundant snow make for amazing skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling and snow-shoeing in the winter. As the snow melts away in the spring, the landscape becomes a mecca for golfing, hiking, fishing, climbing, mountain biking and bird watching.

There are over 350 designated residential and commercial heritage buildings in Nelson that capture Victorian aesthetic. Baker Street, the heart of the downtown core, is alive with the spirit that has slipped away from so many Canadian cities. Live entertainment venues host first-rate performances year round which, combined with the selection of fine restaurants, brings the advantages of big city cultural night life with the added benefit of accessibility. Well attended events and festivals punctuate the year in Nelson, so make sure to check the calendar of events.

For more information check www.discovernelson.com.