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A popular Vancouver hangout spot with a chilling backstory is getting a haunted house experience

Curiocity • September 5

“As it turns out, the name Strange Fellows Brewing not only refers to a beloved East Vancouver brewery, but the haunting story behind the space it occupies. And a new haunted house experience is brewing to commemorate it.

Starting on Oct. 23, brewery-goers can enjoy a haunted attraction like no other.

Now in its third year, “Dead Fellows” brings all there is to love about spooky season to the forefront. The haunting decorations and special effects, the costumed, no-contact actors lurking in every corner, and a handful of surprises to keep you on your toes.

Ready to visit a haunted brewery? Mark your calendars for Oct. 23 to 25, and Oct. 30 and 31, 2025.

Early bird tickets for Oct. 23 through Oct. 25 are priced at $27 per person, which goes up to $30 for GA.

Early bird tickets for Oct. 30 and 31 are $31 per person, which goes up to $35 otherwise.”

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‘Our story has not ended’: Prince George brewery owners speak after large fire

Kelowna Capital News • September 5

“While the owners of Crossroads Brewing in Prince George are saddened, they’re thankful for the community support after their establishment was destroyed in a fire early Friday morning.

The fire was called in around 3 a.m. Sept. 5. Officers have stepped in to help Prince George Fire Rescue Services extinguish the fire at 508 George St. in Prince George’s downtown core.

‘We are devastated,’ owners Daryl Leiski and Cindy Zurowski on the brewery’s Facebook page said. ‘While the building suffered significant damage, we are relieved to hear that everyone is safe and that nobody was injured.'”

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Now Media • September 6

Victoria Buzz • August 28

“Back for another year, the BC SPCA once again partnered with Yellow Dog Brewing for its ‘Make My Pet a Yellow Dog Brewing Star’ photo contest.

This contest runs from September 3rd to 21st, and will give four lucky people the chance to see their cat, dog or other animal featured on a special edition beer that will be sold across BC!

It’s lighthearted fun and also raises funds for the BC SPCA, so you’re giving back to animals in need while you participate.”

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Okanagan brewery pairs brews with bricks as it becomes Lego retailer

Global News • September 2

“‘I am pretty confident that we are the first brewery in Canada to become an official Lego retailer,’ said brewery co-owner Sean White.

Since launching Saturday, White says they can’t keep the Lego boxes on the shelves. They have already placed an order to replenish stock.

‘We’re crazy about Lego, we just love doing it, and we thought we would bring that into the brewery. We started this event called Lego and Bricks,’ said White.”

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September 2025

Delta’s Barnside Brewing voted best craft brewery in B.C.

North Delta Reporter • September 8
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Chilliwack business named one of B.C.’s best breweries

The Chilliwack Progress • September 5
Featuring: Field House Brewing CHWK
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Early morning fire engulfs Crossroads Brewing in downtown Prince George, B.C.

CBC News • September 5
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Driftwood Brewery Joins Curl BC as Official Beer Supplier

Curl BC • September 4
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New brew for Maple Ridge’s festival this Saturday

Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows News • September 3
Featuring: Foamers’ Folly, The Patch Brewery, and Switchback Brewing.
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8 Telltale Signs That a Fall Trip to Penticton Is Perfect for You

Matador Network • September
Featuring: Penticton Ale Trail
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August 2025

Beer column: These beers are meant for the dog park, it even says so on the box

Now Media • August 30
Featuring: Yellow Dog Brewing
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SilverStar Mountain Resort celebrating Oktoberfest early with beer & cider event

Castanet • August 29
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Comox Valley priests want you to buy them a beer

Comox Valley Record • August 28
Featuring: RAD Brewing
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COLUMN: Venturing out to explore the craft brewery landscape

Eagle Valley News • August 28
Featuring: Freddy’s Brewpub, The Office Brewery, Railside Brewing, Unleashed Brewing Co
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Local brewery’s plan for wedding and event space gets support from Kelowna council

Now Media • August 27
Featuring: Rustic Reel Brewing
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Valley West Stampede announces special rodeo beer

Peace Arch News • August 26
Featuring: Camp Beer Co
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Beer column: Czech-style or German-style, these Slow Hand beers do not disappoint

Now Media • August 23
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Beer rebrand to give a boost to search-and-rescue team

Times Colonist • August 22
Featuring: Deadhead Brew Co
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Nominees announced for Penticton’s Business Excellence Awards

Pentciton Western News • August 22
Featuring: Abandoned Rail Brewing Co, Barley Mill Brew Pub, Cannery Brewing, Detonate Brewing, Tin Whistle Brewing,
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Backroads Brewing unveils sour beer made from Osoyoos peaches

Castanet • August 22
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New bowling alley coming to Penticton as BNA Brewing moves into town

Penticton Western News • August 21
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Wine Guy: Non-alcoholic beers to chase away the dog days of summer

The Province • August 21
Featuring: Strange Fellows Brewing, Whistle Buoy Brewing, and Moody Ales & Co
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There’s a free and family-friendly festival coming to Langford Station this month

Victoria Buzz • August 20
Featuring: Victoria Beer Society
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Enormous beer and music festival returns to Whistler next month

Daily Hive Vancouver • August 19
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Beer column: A trio of colourful, cocktail-inspired summer releases from Old Yale

Now Media • August 16
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Cannery Brewing in Penticton releases annual beer supporting wildland firefighters

Black Press (Keremeos Review) • August 15
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Photos of Langley pet [sic] can earn spot on beer cans

Aldergrove Star • August 15
Featuring: Camp Beer Co.
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“We’re in a different sandbox”: Superflux’s Adam Henderson reflects on five years in East Van

The Georgia Straight • August 15
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6 Breweries In Metro Vancouver You Have To Try This Summer

604 Now • August 14
Featuring (in order of appearance): Mariner Brewing, Strange Fellows Brewing, Tinhouse Brewing, R&B Brewing, Dageraad Brewing, Faculty Brewing Co
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The White Rock Craft Beer Festival, Presented by Leah Chandler Real Estate and Rob Blair Real Estate

604 Now
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6 locally-crafted beers and coolers to sip beachside in Vancouver this summer

Daily Hive Vancouver • August 14
Featuring: Parallel 49 Brewing, Phillips Brewing & Malting Co.
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A complete guide to Vancouver’s Strathcona neighbourhood

Curiocity • August 13
Featuring: Yeast Vancouver Ale Trail, Off the Rail Brewing, Bomber Brewing, Container Brewing, Superflux Brewing, Strange Fellows Brewing
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Restaurant review: Four Winds becomes hub of agri-community in Tsawwassen

Vancouver Sun • August 12
Featuring: Four Winds Beach House and Brewery
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Eat, drink, dance, repeat at Cowichan Craft Beer & Food Festival

Ladysmith Chemainus Chronicle • August 12
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Cannery Brewing boasts delicious eats, beer and a welcoming atmosphere

Castanet • August 12
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Beer column: Maybe a new Way of Life will lead you to your Happy Place

Now Media • August 9
Featuring: Neighbourhood Brewing
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How Phillips Brewing makes festival magic in the loading dock

Times Colonist • August 7
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Ready Your Stomachs: The Inaugural ‘Hoagie Half’ is Happening on Sept. 6th

Scout Magazine • August 5
Featuring: Container Brewing
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Beer column: Celebrate BC Day with these 5 BC-made craft beers

Now Media • August 2
Featuring: Backcountry Brewing, Parkside Brewery, Field House Brewing, Cannery Brewing, and Fernie Brewing Co
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Unlikely Metro Vancouver city is experiencing a tourism boom

Daily Hive Vancouver • August 1
Featuring: Dageraad Brewing
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Creston Valley Rotary Club hosts second annual Beer Fest

Creston Valley Advance • August 1
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July 2025

6 easy and delicious places to grab lunch in and around Victoria

Victoria Buzz • July 30
Featuring: The Drake Eatery and Phillips Brewing & Malting
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Serious Brewing opens in Chemainius

Ladysmith Chemainus Chronicle • July 29
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5 things to do in and around Victoria this Tuesday, July 29th

Victoria Buzz • July 28
Featuring: Small Gods Brewing
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Beer column: Dead Frog continues to be the authority on sours in BC

Now Media • July 26
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Learn the backstory behind beers at Barkerville Brewing

CKPG Today • July 25
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Beyond the plate: Victoria’s hidden beer gems

Monday Magazine • July 22
Featuring: The Courtney Room, serving: Dageraad Brewing, Four Winds Brewing, and Small Gods Brewing
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Fan-favourite sandwich truck at Vancouver brewery to close its doors

Daily Hive Vancouver • July 22
Featuring: Burdy at Container Brewing
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Beer column: These core beers from Superflux are as colourful as they are delicious

Now Media • July 19
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Council Report: Ready, set, summer in Salmon Arm

Salmon Arm Observer • July 18
Featuring: Sips in the Shuswap blog by Nick Nicholson
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Métis-owned Locality Brewing is making ‘field-to-glass’ beer with heritage

The Globe and Mail • July 17
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PATIOS: Highway 97 happy to have the patio open

Penticton Herald • July 13
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You haven’t really seen Vancouver until you’ve done these 20 things at night

Travel 2 Next • July 13
Featuring: Brewery Creek Vancouver Ale Trail
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Beer column: This summer mixed pack has an absolutely perfect combination of beers

Now Media • July 12
Featuring: Twin Sails Brewing
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Downtown Victoria restaurant’s 11th Thirsty Chef festival to return this month

Victoria Buzz • July 11
Featuring: The Drake Eatery
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Find unique flavours beyond the vineyards in Oliver’s culinary and beverage scene

Castanet • July 11
Featuring: Firehall Brewery
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KPU brewing faculty create beer to honour outgoing university president

The Runner • July 10
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Vancouver Island’s largest craft beer festival is happening this August

Victoria Buzz • July 7
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Beer column: These easy-drinking pale ales are made for summer drinking

NowMedia • July 5
Featuring: Nelson Brewing Company
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North Shore brewery launches non-alcoholic ale for Lions Gate Hospital Foundation

North Shore News • July 3
Featuring: North Point Brewing
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Chilliwack brewery seeks to reunite one-armed stuffie with rightful owner

Fraser Valley Today • July 2
Featuring: Farmhouse Brewing Co.
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Victoria brewery launches campaign to raise $10K for salmon conservation

Victoria Buzz • July 2
Featuring: Vancouver Island Brewing
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Four Winds launches limited-edition lager for Honda Celebration of Light

The Georgia Straight • July 2
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June 2025

Osoyoos’ new cherry beer officially named ahead of big Canada Day celebration

Castanet • June 29
Featuring: Backroads Brewing – Osoyoos
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Tapworks Cup raises more than $22,000 for affordable housing

Coast Reporter • June 28
Featuring: Tapworks Brewing Company
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Beer column: Brewed with rice, this super dry lager takes inspiration from Japan

NowMedia • June 28
Featuring: Strange Fellows Brewing
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Sip, stroll, and celebrate: Hop to Vine Hustle returns July 5

Creston Valley Advance • June 27
Featuring: Wild North Brewing Co
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B.C. beer made by farmers: A love letter to land and craft

Buy BC • June 25
Featuring: Barnside Brewing Co.
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Langley-based university fast tracks learning for brewing, engineering programs

Aldergrove Star • June 22
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Beer column: This ‘dank’ brew, inspired by a cannabis strain, is fittingly called Purple Haze

Now Media • June 21
Featuring: Four Winds Brewing Co.
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This City Outside Vancouver Is Canada’s Hidden Foodie Hotspot

Forbes • June 20
Featuring: Fuggles Beer and Four Winds Brewing Co.
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TransLink and Patina Brewing to release Platform Pilsner beer collaboration

Vancouver Sun • June 19
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Squamish Beer Festival expands with food, music, and local vendors

Vancouver is Awesome • June 19
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Fourth annual Silver Star Beer & Cider Fest back and better than ever

Castanet • June 19
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BrewLoops to make return to McArthur Island Park in October

Castanet • June 19
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VIDEO: Brewhalla showcases how Langley became a B.C. craft beer boomtown

Nanaimo New Bulletin • June 19
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Meet Your Maltster: Ken Smith of Gambrinus Malting

Craft Beer & Brewing • June 17
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There is plenty of fun to be had downtown near Water Street Boat Launch

Castanet • June 17
Featuring: Kelowna Beer Institute
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Vancouver brewery announces closure a year after asking the community for help to stay open

Daily Hive Vancouver • June 17
Featuring: CowDog Brew Co
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Cariboo brewery receives patio approval, remains critical of LCRB

100 Mile Free Press • June 16
Featuring: Cask and Cleaver Brewing
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Fairmont Pacific Rim teams up with top Vancouver brewery for patio pop-up series

Daily Hive Vancouver • June 12
Featuring: 33 Acres Brewing Company
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Why Four Winds Brewing doubled down during tough economic times

The Georgia Straight • June 10
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Celebrate Dads, Grads and Summer Solstice with These June Picks from Vessel Liquor

Scout Magazine • June 10
Featuring: Hoyne Brewing
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Vancouver’s craft beer and music fest adds wings to the epic summer lineup

Daily Hive Vancouver • June 10
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Kamloops council moves forward bylaw changes that would allow liquor consumption in Riverside Park area

Castanet • June 10
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Okanagan breweries took gold at this year’s Canadian Brewing Awards

Castanet • June 8
Featuring: Giant’s Head Brewing, Abandoned Rail Brewing Co., Grey Fox Brewing, Fernie Brewing Co., Mt. Begbie Brewing Co., and more
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A Reel Fishing Derby brings families together on Father’s Day weekend

Castanet • June 8
Featuring: Rustic Reel Brewing Co.
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The Best Beers In Canada, According To The 2025 Canadian Brewing Awards

Forbes • June 7
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Breweries concerned over steel & aluminum tariffs

Global News • June 7
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Beer column: A pair of new bold, juicy IPAs from different corners of BC

Now Media • June 7
Featuring: Fernie Brewing Co. and Field House Brewing Co
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Here’s All The Events Happening At Vancouver’s Craft Beer and Wing Festival 2025

604 Now • June 6
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Greater Victoria Chamber names 14 top businesses, people for 2025

Peninsula News Review • June 5
Featuring: Phillips Brewing and Malting
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Victoria brewery taps into summer with Market Square patio parties

Victoria News • June 3
Featuring: Whistle Buoy Brewing Company
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Vintage market coming to Kelowna this June encouraging people to get out and bike

Castanet • June 2
Featuring: Railside Brewing
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BNA Brewing celebrating its 10th anniversary tonight

Now Media • June 1
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May 2025

‘Cherry Springer:’ Judges select top three names duking it out for Osoyoos cherry beer

Castanet • May 31
Featuring: Backroads Brewing Osoyoos
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Beer column: This scrumptious milkshake IPA might sneak up on you with an 8.5% ABV

Now Media • May 31
Featuring: Cannery Brewing
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Business Notes: New shuttle service for downtown bars launched

Cowichan Valley Citizen • May 30
Featuring: Craig Street Brewing, Red Arrow Brewing
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‘Wall Things Art’ mural event aims to brighten up Courtenay

Vancouver Island Free Daily • May 29
Featuring: Gladstone Brewing
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Why Tofino is the best dog-friendly B.C. summer getaway

Daily Hive Vancouver • May 25
Featuring: Tofino Brewing
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Beer column: Brewery behind Fat Tug drops a new IPA and it’s juicy

Now Media • May 24
Featuring: Driftwood Brewery
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BNA Brewing has purchased Sorrento’s Crannóg Ales

Castanet • May 23
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Cask and Cleaver expanding capacity with new patio

100 Mile Free Press • May 20
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The Ultimate Wine vs. Beer Summer Showdown Lands at Belgard Kitchen, June 5th

Scout Magazine • May 20
Featuring: Four Winds Brewing Co
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Ladysmith’s Bayview Brewing turns 3 with big bash at Transfer Beach

Alberni Valley News • May 20
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Oliver’s Firehall Brewery hosting Dogfest event with costume contest and a talent show

Castanet • May 20
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Bring your dog along to Penticton summer hot spots

Castanet • May 19
Featuring: Cannery Brewing, Highway 97 Brewery, Yellow Dog Brewing Penticton
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Pouring the Circular Economy into Your Pint Glass

The Tyee • May 19
Featuring: Small Gods Brewing
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50 name submissions duke it out for title of Osoyoos’ cherry beer

Castanet • May 19
Featuring: Backroads Brewing – Osoyoos
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Kelowna’s Copper Brewing launches Local Lager to highlight truly ‘domestic’ products

Castanet • May 18
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Beer column: These fun Whistler creations will leave a (good) sour taste in your mouth

Now Media • May 17
Featuring: Whistler Brewing Company
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VIDEO: Brewhalla held in Fort Langley

Aldergrove Star • May 17
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Hundreds expected to dress up, take part in new-look Penticton Beer Run

Penticton Western News • May 16
Featuring: Abandoned Rail Brewing, Barley Mill Brew Pub, Cannery Brewing, Detonate Brewing Company, Firehall Brewery, Neighbourhood Brewing, Highway 97 Brewery, Giant’s Head Brewing, Yellow Dog Brewing
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Beer column: This award-winning Bavarian-style lager isn’t just for Oktoberfest

Now Media • May 10
Featuring: Abandoned Rail Brewing Co
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North Vancouver’s Shaketown wins 3rd World Beer Cup medal

North Shore News • May 9
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Langley Loop spotlights local craft beverage week

Langley Advance Times • May 9
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New Penticton beer helps brew more business opportunities for women

Kelowna Capital News • May 9
Featuring: Cannery Brewing
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Team behind popular Calgary brewery to open new concept in B.C. mountain town

Daily Hive Vancouver • May 8
Featuring: Invermere Brewing (coming soon)
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BNA Brewing is throwing its 10th birthday party on June 1

Now Media • May 5
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Silverstar Brewing ‘Slinging’ it with local golf influencer

Vernon Morning Star • May 5
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Langley craft beer maker ‘brewing up’ Canadian pride

Global News • May 3
Featuring: Dead Frog Brewery
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Beer column: This ‘effortlessly drinkable’ summer radler is just peachy, and just 3%

Now Media • May 3
Featuring: Old Yale Brewing
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Langley Craft Beverage Week returns for a third year to spotlight local makers

The Georgia Straight • May 1
Featuring: The Barley Merchant, Camp Beer Co, Five Roads Brewing, Fraser Valley Cider Co, Locality Brewing, Roots & Wings Distillery
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Crying in their beer: Victoria Beer Society cancels summer festivals

Victoria News • May 1
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Wine Guy: Spring calls for lip-smacking sours

The Province • May 1
Featuring: Moody Ales & Co, Phillips Brewing & Malting Co,
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April 2025

Phillips serves throwback party as tribute to festival

Times Colonist • April 30
Featuring: Phillips Brewing & Malting Co
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Pups strut their stuff for Okanagan Humane Society

Keremeos Review • April 30
Featuring: Rustic Reel Brewing Co
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Savouring summer: Exploring the best beer patios of southern Vancouver Island

Parksville Qualicum Beach News • April 26
Featuring: CRAFT Beer Market, The Drake Eatery, and Whistle Buoy Brewing
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Beer column: Backpedal your way to the nearest liquor store for this tantalizing sour

Kelowna Now • April 26
Featuring: Fernie Brewing Co
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Osoyoos brewery to make special beer in honour of Cherry Fiesta

Castanet • April 25
Featuring: Backroads Brewing Osoyoos
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There’s a pizza and beer event happening in downtown Victoria next week

Victoria Buzz • April 25
Featuring: Herald Street Brew Works
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9 adventures to have in this stunning BC city that’s just declared ‘no tariffs on fun’

Narcity Vancouver • April 23
Featuring: The Penticton Ale Trail
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Historic Penticton brewery unveils new lager for Earth Day

Penticton Western News • April 22
Featuring: Tin Whistle Brewing
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Beer column: Diversify your portfolio with the Summer Voyage mixed pack

NowMedia – Vernon Now • April 19
Featuring: Lighthouse Brewing
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Phillips Brewing opening kitchen to local business displaced from Victoria’s Public Market

Victoria Buzz • April 16
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Penticton eateries battle for title of ‘Ultimate Burger’

Castanet • April 15
Featuring: Highway 97 Brewery
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Okanagan Fest of Ale announces winners after successful weekend in Penticton

Castanet • April 14
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Beer column: Let me introduce you to a raspberry wheat ale called Framboozle

Victoria Now • April 12
Featuring: Hoyne Brewing
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Beer column: Holy smokes look at all these new releases from Backcountry Brewing

Kamloops Now • April 5
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Tourism Ch’illiwack spotlights local flavours, features during Dine Chilliwack promotion April 11 to 27

Foodology.ca • April 4
Featuring: Farmhouse Brewing Co
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‘Cheese the day’: Kelowna brewery chef slices the international competition’

Victoria News • April 2
Featuring: Jackknife Brewing
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Penticton’s Cannery Brewing celebrating 24 years of craft beer

Castanet • April 2
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Langley university students look east to create special beer

Aldergrove Star • April 1
Featuring: KPU Brew Lab
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March 2025

Walk off the Earth, Arkells, The Dead South to headline B.C. beer-and-music festival

Victoria News • March 31
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Beer column: Sadly, there are no bottomless refills on this Sparkling Citrus Mimosa Sour

Victoria Now • March 29
Featuring: Field House Brewing Co
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Cereal-inspired experiment throws Victoria breweries for a loop

Saanich News • March 27
Featuring: Whistle Buoy Brewing and Phillips Brewing & Malting Co
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2025 lineup released for Phillips Backyard Festival Series in Victoria

Saanich News • March 26
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Vancouver Island’s keg curling slides into viral fame with more than 3 million views

Today in BC • March 25
Featuring: Mount Arrowsmith Brewing
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Making informed choices: Supporting Canadian beer

Monday Magazine • March 23
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‘Living with art is valuable’: New murals unveiled at Penticton brewery

Kelowna Capital News • March 22
Featuring: Cannery Brewing
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Beer column: Spring has arrived and that means a bunch of new releases from Phillips

Kelowna Now • March 22
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Parksville Beer Festival returns to community park July 5

Parksville Qualicum Beach News • March 21
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Cheers to retirement: Greater Victoria beers and ciders tempt the tastebuds

Oak Bay News • March 18
Featuring: Category 12 Brewing, Small Gods Brewing, Spinnakers Brewpub, Macaloney’s Island Distillery & Twa Dogs Brewery, Bad Dog Brewing
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Comox Valley Breweries Keg Curl raising funds for Tsolum River

Comox Valley Record • March 15
Featuring: Ace Brewing, Beach Fire Brewing, Cumberland Brewing Company, Hoyne Brewing, Land & Sea Brewing, Mount Arrowsmith Brewing, and RAD Brewing
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Beer column: If you love winter ales and you love coffee, run to find this beer

Kelowna Now • March 15
Featuring: Trench Brewing & Distilling
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Many places to find some Irish luck in Kelowna this St. Patrick’s Day weekend

Kelowna Capital News • March 14
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‘Ride with Caroline’: Backcountry Brewing honours Squamish local with special beer

The Squamish Chief • March 13
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Five Canadian booze brands to enjoy now that BCL won’t sell you anything American

The Georgia Straight • March 11
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Local breweries deal with frustration of Trump tariffs

CBC – On the Coast • March 11
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Date announced for return of Kelowna Beer Fest this spring

Kelowna Now • March 10
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Beer column: Two polar opposite beers combine forces for this PB&J ‘Brewmix’

Kelowna Now • March 8
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Port Alberni’s Dog Mountain Brewing launches International Women’s Day brew

Alberni Valley News • March 8
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Langley’s special brew unveiled for International Women’s Day

Langley Advance Times • March 8
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Int’l Women’s Day fundraiser at Oliver’s Firehall Brewery

Times Chronicle • March 7
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KPU Brewing releases new Pink Boots collaboration beer celebrating International Women’s Day

Education News Canada • March 6
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Get ready to Brew-Ski at Kimberley Nordic Club

Kimberley Bulletin • March 5
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Canadian brewer buys local grain, Chinese cans due to US tariffs

Reuters • March 5
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Alcohol consumption allowed on Summerland beaches

Penticton Western News • March 4
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A victim of its own success, B.C.’s craft beer industry faces headwinds

Vancouver Sun • March 3
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The Best Wine, Beer and/or Food Event in Kelowna, as voted by you

Kelowna Now • March 3
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Two Langley events on tap for International Women’s Day

Aldergrove Star • March 3
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Beer column: Tin Whistle releases 1st of 12 limited edition 30th birthday beers

Kamloops Now • March 1
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Ice, sweat, and beers: Pop-up sauna opens in east Abbotsford brewery

Fraser Valley Today • March 1
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February 2025

Why B.C. craft brewers could face a ‘double hit’ from tariffs

Vancouver Sun • February 27
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This Nelson brewery has a recipe that could mitigate challenges impacting the B.C. craft brewery sector

Castanet • February 24
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BC Road Trip, Brought to you By Pacific Toyota – Wildlife – Farmer’s Markets – and beer!

CHEK Media • February 23
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Brewing change: Supporting local and navigating challenges

Monday Magazine • February 23
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Beer column: Kettle River is more than just a large body of fresh, flowing water

Kelowna Now • February 22
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City staff okay with patio expansion, later hours at Kelowna Beer Institute

Kelowna Now • February 21
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Wine Guy: Hops have become fashionable. Here are 3 sudsy sips to try

The Province • February 20
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Celebrate 10 Years of Strange Fellows Brewing with a Weekend-Long Celebration, Feb. 21-23

Scout Magazine • February 20
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PHOTOS: Coquitlam brewery brings ‘Hot Ones’ style wing contest to Metro Vancouver

BCIT News • February 20
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Introducing Strange Fellows Brewing’s New Non-Alcoholic ‘Nevertheless’ Pilsner

Scout Magazine • February 19
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Talking Temperance, Malting Mysteries, and a More Collaborative Future, with Noëlle Phillips

Scout Magazine • February 18
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Beer column: I’ll be stopping in at Whitetooth Brewing in Golden this long weekend

Kelowna Now • February 15
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Chilliwack’s only farm-based brewery honored at annual awards gala

Fraser Valley Today • February 11
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The World’s Best Guinness-Like Stouts, According To Untappd

Forbes • February 10
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Valentine’s Day themed drag brunch at North Van brewery raising funds for North Shore Pride Alliance

Penticton Herald • February 10
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Beer column: These stouts come from the same place, but boy are they different

Penticton Now • February 8
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250+ year history of IPAs along with beer tasting coming to Kelowna

Kelowna Capital News • February 7
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Sidney brewery, Central Saanich farm launch purely Peninsula lager

Saanich News • February 7
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Combination of buy-local push, unsaturated market key for Kamloops breweries

CFJC Today • February 7
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Pink Whistle Campaign and Local Breweries Team Up to Launch Beer in Support of BC Cancer Foundation

Scout Magazine • February 6
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Sunshine Coast Tourism announces first-ever Flavour Festival

Coast Reporter • February 5
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B.C. booze industry hopes to ride wave of ‘buy local’ sentiment

Global News • February 4
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Come Together at FŌM: a New Month-Long Cross-Border Celebration of Lagers

Scout Magazine • February 4
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Gladstone Hot Sauce and Mariner Brewery Join Forces for a Bold New Flavour

604 Now • February 3
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Victoria Royals and Phillips team up for epic $20 beer and hot dog deal this week

Victoria Buzz • February 3
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Local craft brewers crack open 2025 Langley Ale Trail

Fraser Valley Today • February 1
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Beer column: Ever heard of Category 12? Well, you have now!

Victoria Now • February 1
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January 2025

Downtown Victoria brewery welcoming back Big Patio Days with tropics-themed event

Victoria Buzz • January 31
Featuring: Whistle Buoy Brewing
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Food Fight: Who brews the best non-alcoholic beer in North Vancouver?

North Shore News • January 31
Featuring: North Point Brewing, Wildeye Brewing
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‘A tough decision’: Craft brewer closing its Richmond taproom

Vancouver is Awesome • January 31
Featuring: Five Roads Brewing – Steveston (now closed)
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Okanagan-Shuswap eateries to help beef up local food banks

Penticton Western News • January 30
Featuring: Barley Station Brew Pub
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Super Bowl Sunday event in Penticton will support local kids with food insecurity

Castanet • January 30
Featuring: Barley Mill Brew Pub
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Brewhalla brings craft beverages to North Van and Fort Langley

The Georgia Straight • January 30
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Strathcona Brewing taproom in North Vancouver gets full liquor licence

North Shore News • January 30
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Nanaimo brewery releases Telegraph Cove pale ale to support fire-ravaged community

Check News • January 29
Featuring: Longwood Brewery on Boxwood Road
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Summer beach beers? Permanent approval of alcohol at Vancouver beaches pending

Castanet / Glacier Media • January 28
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How spend an idyllic 48 hours on the Sunshine Coast

Daily Hive Lifestyle • January 26
Featuring: Tapworks Brewing Company
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Beer column: ‘Crisp, clean and refreshing’ are words that describe this new release

Kamloops Now • January 25
Featuring: Old Yale Brewing
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Taste Around is back with restaurant meal deals in Kelowna

Kelowna Now • January 21
Featuring: BNA Burger at BNA Brewing Co., The Hatching Post, Kelowna Beer Institute, The Office Brewery, Shore Line Brewing
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Chilliwack brewery makes ‘extremely difficult’ decision to close downtown

The Chilliwack Progress • January 20
Featuring: Bricklayer Brewing (now closed)
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Make memories with family and friends at Penticton dining spots

Castanet • January 20
Featuring: Cannery Brewing, Highway 97 Brewery
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Cannery Brewing’s annual Santa photo fundraiser raises $800 for South Okanagan Children’s Charity

Castanet • January 18
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Beer column: This ‘truly Canadian’ stout will knock your toque off, eh

Kamloops Now • January 18
Featuring: Cannery Brewing
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New Steamworks taproom and restaurant opens in North Vancouver

Vancouver is Awesome • January 17
Featuring: Steamworks Brewing Co North Shore
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Five Tri-City cafes — and even one brewery — will be serving special hot chocolates this next month

Tri-City News • January 17
Featuring: Patina Brewing
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Kiwanis Alefest returns in 2025 with more events

CKPG Today • January 16
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Beer column: These Kootenay breweries sure know their winter ales

Kelowna Now • January 11
Featuring: Fernie Brewing Co, Torchlight Brewing
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Tacofino Announces Dry-January Fundraiser, in Collaboration with Strange Fellows Brewing

Scout Magazine • January 6
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Beer column: Clothes are optional when sipping this delicious, juicy IPA

Kamloops Now • January 4
Featuring: Main Street Brewing
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