"To Encourage and Assist Entrepreneurs to Build Successful Enterprises that Enhance Economic Prosperity, Social Well-being and Environmental Integrity."

The Kootenay Regional Business Library

Community Futures Development Corporation of Greater Trail houses the Kootenay Regional Business Library. In addition to books and publications the RBL houses two public access computers complete with CD ROM and high-speed Internet.  The RBL has been established to provide a wide collection of specialized business information for those who are seeking information on:

The library contains hundreds of publications that will provide specific information on:

The RBL has a wide variety of instructional and resource materials.   All our resources are on a computerized file index for easy access and searchability.  Our friendly staff can help you find the information you require.  Some of these resources include:

Owning or operating a business is a tremendous challenge. You will need all the help you can get.  By researching your project through the use of the materials available through the RBL you will better prepare yourself for all the hurdles you will face in the business  world.  Finding accurate and up to date information on the many aspects of business is now more critical than ever --Your very survival as a business may depend on it.

The Regional Business Library is open to the public from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday.  Appointments should be made if you wish to use the community access computers, or if you require assistance with research.