On Monday, B.C. Premier David Eby announced the B.C. Liquor Distribution Branch had stopped purchasing American beer, wine and liquor and removed existing stock from its shelves.

Maria Nunes and her brother, Fred Farinha, founded Adega on 45th in 2011 on their family farm, alongside their spouses, Alex and Pamala, establishing it as a cornerstone of the Okanagan wine community.

'We have a quality product. All we need is the will to identify it accurately.'

All provinces, except P.E.I. and Newfoundland and Labrador, agreed to remove the obstacles preventing their alcohol from being sold in other jurisdictions.

"For us, this isn't just about politics--it's about reinforcing our commitment to the wine community we've always supported," says Shevaghn Darcy ('Darcy'), Founder of Wine Fair Halifax and Owner of Cellar Events Inc. "While we respect American producers and hope to work with them again in the future, in the midst of this climate and with these trade barriers in place, we're doubling down on what we do best -- championing local wines, fostering community and ensuring our fair has a meaningful and economic impact right here in Nova Scotia."

Haywire Winery believes Okanagan residents deserve something special, so they're bringing back Certified Local--a free program packed with exclusive perks just for locals. It's the perfect opportunity to visit the Summerland winery and taste its award-winning wines. The program, described as a "heartfelt thank you" to locals who have supported the winery and other wineries in the region and whose have helped put the Okanagan on the world wine map, is Haywire's way of giving back to locals.

"This is an enormous hit to the American producers. Every year, the LCBO sells nearly $1 billion worth of U.S. wine, beer, cider, seltzers and spirits, including more than 3,600 products from 35 states."

'Tariffs will disrupt an incredibly successful trading relationship.'

The Vancouver International Wine Festival announced the 2025 trade competition winners on Friday, February 28 at Celebrating Excellence: 21st Annual Awards Lunch, presented by ContainerWorld. The Celebrating Excellence program is part of VIWF Trade Days; the event honours those professionals who contribute to this region's exceptional wine and food culture. Guests enjoyed a meal prepared by Vancouver Convention Centre executive chef Nandakishore Rangan, exquisitely matched with a selection of 20 wines from Italy.

The Bacchanalia Gala Dinner + Auction, presented by National Bank Private Banking 1859, the sparkling centrepiece of the Vancouver International Wine Festival, took place Saturday, February 22, at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. Live and silent auctions and the wine wall raised nearly $112,000, while the raffle for two round-trip business-class tickets to anywhere Delta Air Lines flies in Europe, donated by Delta Air Lines, raised an additional $22,400.

The Vancouver International Wine Festival is now underway, bringing together 120 wineries from 15 countries, including 70 wineries from the West Coast of North America, for an estimated 19,000 attendees in its 46th year. Recognized as Canada's premier wine show, the festival is one of the world's top wine trade events, and this year's edition promises to be another exciting showcase of international wine and food, and seminar speakers and winery personalities from around the wine world.

The Vancouver International Wine Festival is pleased to announce auction highlights of this year's Bacchanalia Gala Dinner + Auction, presented by National Bank Private Banking 1859. The live auction is held during the Gala on February 22, at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, and features hundreds of different wines from around the world, as well as experiences aimed at the discerning oenophile.

Prime Bottling specialises in producing, bottling, and selling alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including brands such as Glutenberg gluten-free beer.

Says changes must be made due to the ongoing threat of U.S. tariffs

The U.S. and Canadian governments agreed to pause their tariff battle for one month. Canada had threatened 25 percent tariffs on American wine and spirits, and Ontario and British Columbia pulled California wines from stores

"Sometimes it's harder to move stuff across the provincial border than it is to ship stuff outside of Canada or bring stuff into Canada -- which is ridiculous."

Canada is the single most important export market for U.S. wines with retail sales in excess of $1.1 billion annually.

"Every year, LCBO sells nearly $1 billion worth of American wine, beer, spirits and seltzers. Not anymore."

Premier David Eby announced Saturday, Feb. 1 that he's implementing a ban on alcohol products made in Republican U.S. states.

Tanya Martin, Director of Operations at Blasted Church Vineyards in Okanagan Falls, British Columbia, Canada, has been recognized as one of Wine's Most Inspiring People 2025 by the Wine Industry Advisor. This prestigious recognition celebrates individuals making significant contributions to the wine industry, with Martin honoured for her decades of behind-the-scenes dedication to elevating the BC wine industry. Chosen from over 100 nominees, Martin joins a distinguished group of 10 honourees recognized for their profound impact on the wine world.