BC’S BEST BEER COMMUNITIES TO BATTLE FOR TOP HONOURS
Province-wide competition invites public to crown BC’s top beer community
Get ready to raise glasses and toast to the best of BC’s craft beer culture. The BC Ale Trail is excited to kick off the inaugural Best Beer Community Competition, where the heart and soul of British Columbia’s craft beer scene takes centre stage. This isn’t just about the brews—it’s about the vibrant, spirited communities that bring them to life. And the best part? British Columbians get to decide who wins.
Are the breweries in your community a hub for gathering? Are they a space where your softball team celebrates or where your knitting group meets? Do they bring folks together with a stellar trivia night? Show your appreciation by crowning your favourite beer community The Best in BC!
Public voting runs from September 9 to October 6, 2024
Craft beer lovers across the province have the chance to cast their votes and support their favourite beer communities along the BC Ale Trail. The winners will be announced during BC Craft Beer Month on October 18 at the annual gathering of BC’s craft beer industry, BC Beer Con, where the top communities will be celebrated for their contributions to BC’s vibrant beer culture.
Three Tiers, Three Chances to Win Big
The competition is divided into three tiers based on the number of breweries in each community:
Communities with 1-2 breweries
Communities with 3-5 breweries
Communities with 6+ breweries
By voting, you’ll not only help crown a champion in each tier, but you’ll also be entered to win a Grand Prize Sip + Stay package, including perks like complimentary stays, swag, and attraction passes. It’s the perfect way to experience the best that each beer community in BC has to offer.
How to Vote
Voting is simple and open to everyone. Participants can visit the voting platform September 9 to October 6, 2024 to select their favourite beer community in each tier.
Winning Communities Score Big
The champions won’t just walk away with bragging rights. They’ll also be featured in exclusive content, including blogs, social media spotlights, and a mini-campaign to boost their profile.
The BC Ale Trail serves as a comprehensive guide to exploring British Columbia’s craft beer culture, linking over 220 craft breweries across 21 self-guided Ale Trails. Each trail combines BC’s distinctive craft breweries with the province’s breathtaking natural landscapes, providing a complete experience for beer enthusiasts and adventure seekers. In partnership with Destination British Columbia and the BC Craft Brewers Guild, the BC Ale Trail showcases the finest of BC’s brewing scene through thoughtfully curated itineraries. Whether a local resident or a visitor, the BC Ale Trail offers an ideal way to plan a brewery tour holiday and discover why BC’s craft beer scene is world-class
