BC Brews in the News
Feature Stories
Vancouver Island’s keg curling slides into viral fame with more than 3 million views
Today in BC • March 25
“On March 22, the Comox Valley Curling Centre (CVCC) hosted the fifth annual Battle of the Breweries Keg Curling Fundraiser, where Mount Arrowsmith Brewing Company from Parksville claimed the championship after a fierce and competitive tournament.
A 12-second video of the event posted to TikTok has since gone viral, racking up more than 3.2 million views in less than 72 hours:
…The event was a fundraiser for the Tsolum River Restoration Society.”
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Making informed choices: Supporting Canadian beer
Monday Magazine • March 23
“As plans pivot away from international travel to staycations and keeping it Canadian, it’s important to remember there are varying levels of Canadian when it comes to beer.
…So, what does that mean for you as a beer drinker? Well, it means that to keep it Canadian, you have to look a little harder. The largest Canadian-owned brewery is Moosehead from Nova Scotia, but an easy way to find the beer that keeps it as local and Canadian as possible is to seek the seal.
The Canadian Craft Brewers Association rolled out the Independent Craft seal in 2019, allowing member brewers to indicate the independent and Canadian status of their beers. Easily noticed on many labels nowadays, it’s an indicator that the money spent on that beer is staying within these borders, boosting our economy, and keeping people here working through what could be an unpredictable next few years. Not every can will have the seal, as it is a choice by each brewer to include the design on their labels, but it does make it a bit easier to identify those smaller breweries that could use the support at this time.”
Cheers to retirement: Greater Victoria beers and ciders tempt the tastebuds
Oak Bay News • March 18
“Jay, 68, and Terri Watts, 66, are a couple who enjoy visiting cideries, breweries and wineries in their retirement years.
Retirement can be the perfect time to explore all that Vancouver Island has to offer in this realm. As Tourism Victoria notes, Victoria B.C. is the birthplace of craft beer in Canada, and its unique climate makes it home to award-winning wineries, cideries, and distilleries.”
Featuring: Category 12 Brewing, Small Gods Brewing, Spinnakers Brewpub, Macaloney’s Island Distillery & Twa Dogs Brewery, and Bad Dog Brewing.
‘Living with art is valuable’: New murals unveiled at Penticton brewery
Kelowna Capital News • March 22
“As the work of 10 artists from across the globe was celebrated inside Cannery Brewing, Community Week for Penticton’s Ignite the Arts Festival officially got underway
The fourth annual Mini Mural Project took place inside the local business on Friday night, March 21.
…All 10 murals will be displayed inside Cannery Brewing from now until October, the month when they’ll be auctioned off during a special event.”
March 2025
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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Comox Valley Breweries Keg Curl raising funds for Tsolum River
Comox Valley Record • March 15
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Beer column: If you love winter ales and you love coffee, run to find this beer
Kelowna Now • March 15
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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
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Food Fight: Who brews the best non-alcoholic beer in North Vancouver?
North Shore News • January 31
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‘A tough decision’: Craft brewer closing its Richmond taproom
Vancouver is Awesome • January 31
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Okanagan-Shuswap eateries to help beef up local food banks
Penticton Western News • January 30
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Super Bowl Sunday event in Penticton will support local kids with food insecurity
Castanet • January 30
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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
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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
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Beer column: ‘Crisp, clean and refreshing’ are words that describe this new release
Kamloops Now • January 25
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Taste Around is back with restaurant meal deals in Kelowna
Kelowna Now • January 21
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Chilliwack brewery makes ‘extremely difficult’ decision to close downtown
The Chilliwack Progress • January 20
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Make memories with family and friends at Penticton dining spots
Castanet • January 20
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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
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New Steamworks taproom and restaurant opens in North Vancouver
Vancouver is Awesome • January 17
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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
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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
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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
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December 2024
Beer column: Let’s go big (literally) for the final beer column of 2024
Kamloops Now • December 28
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Outlawed and Thirsty: Inside Vancouver’s Craft Beer Booms
The Tyee • December 27
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New triple-threat brewery collective opening in East Vancouver
Vancouver is Awesome • December 27
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Lake Country Brewing Co. closing its doors for good
Castanet • December 25
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Kelowna Brewing Company closes after 5 years in business
Castanet • December 23
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B.C. wineries and breweries face shortfall as liquor branch continues to charge GST
CBC News • December 22
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Beer column: Homemade cakes are the not-so-secret ingredient in this milkshake IPA
Kamloops Now • December 21
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Victoria brewery creates seasonal beer honouring Second World War hero
Victoria Buzz • December 19
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Early bird tickets on sale for Okanagan Fest of Ale in Penticton
The Similkameen Spotlight • December 18
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Trudeau makes surprise visits to Port Coquitlam brewery, school
Vancouver is Awesome • December 16
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Beer column: These barrel-aged stouts out of Squamish all have double-digit ABVs
Kamloops Now • December 14
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Penticton’s Slackwater Brewing teams up with Parkside Brewery to keep their beer flowing
Castanet • December 14
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Yellow Dog Brewing’s taproom officially opens in Penticton
Penticton Western News • December 13
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Squamish’s Backcountry Brewing releases Protect Our Winters Canada collab
The Squamish Chief • December 13
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Holiday-Themed Beer Picks at BCLIQUOR
CTV News • December 11
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Vice & Virtue Brewing closing soon, reopening in 2025 under new ownership after renos
Kelowna Now • December 9
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Rustic Reel Brewing hosts German style Christmas market
Castanet • December 7
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Beer column: You can get all the tastes of the holiday season with this 4-pack
Victoria Now • December 7
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B.C. Hockey Hall of Fame, Penticton’s Highway 97 Brewery unveil new lager
Kelowna Capital News • December 5
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A toast to 2024: Celebrating victories and mourning losses in Victoria’s beer scene
Monday Magazine • December 5
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Scout List, Vol. 607
Scout Magazine • December 5
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Port Moody Rotary has the perfect gift for the beer-lover in your family
TriCity News • December 4
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Kelowna brewery unveils winter cocktail and dessert flights
Kelowna Now • December 3
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November 2024
Beer Column: Santa’s mysterious B-Team makes up holiday mixed pack full of surprises
Kelowna Now • November 30
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Retro brewery, ice cream power couple and wrestling venue among Port Moody biz award winners
TriCity News • November 29
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Cheers to Eight Years: Whitetooth Brewing Co. Wins Big
The Golden Star • November 29
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Campaign aims to highlight B.C.’s ‘untapped workforce’: people with disabilities
Global News • November 28
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Get Dark at Luppolo Brewing Co. in Strathcona, Dec. 6-8th
Scout Magazine • November 28
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Small Town Success: Farm-to-tap brewpub Rusted Rake Brewing is crafting success in Nanoose Bay
BC Business • November 28
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Wine Guy: Cold weather calls for cranking up the roasted malts
The Province • November 28
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Main St. Brewing Unwraps 5th Annual ‘Miracle on Main Street’ Toy Drive, Dec. 1-12
Scout Magazine • November 26
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Ricochet Brewing and Taphouse named Salmon Arm’s Business of the Year
Eagle Valley News • November 25
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Beer Column: Forget chocolate, you need a craft beer advent calendar this year!
Kamloops Now • November 23
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Discover Victoria’s wild side: 4,090 hectares of secret trails and untamed beauty
Journee-Mondiale / World Day • November 22
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7 Most Laid-Back Towns in British Columbia
World Atlas • November 16
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Beer column: This beloved BC winter beer is a slam dunkel
Kelowna Now • November 16
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Analog Vinyl Record Fair returns to Steel & Oak in New West
Vancouver is Awesome • November 14
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This Sandwich, That Beer returns for a day of meaty madness
The Georgia Straight • November 13
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7 stunning things to do in Penticton BC surrounded by snow-capped mountains this winter
Narcity Vancouver • November 13
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Calling all Penticton breweries: Registration open for World Beer Cup
Penticton Western News • November 12
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‘Krampus invites you’: Vancouver brewery holding annual winter market
Vancouver is Awesome • November 11
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Beer column: Let’s celebrate International Stout Day by finding Sasquatch
Kelowna Now • November 9
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Kiwanis AleFest returns January 2025
Prince George Daily News • November 7
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Copper Brewing donated $10K to Habitat for Humanity through specialty beer sale
Penticton Western News • November 6
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Beer column: New look, same great Faceplant Winter Ale from Nelson Brewing
Kelowna Now • November 2
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Brews News: B.C. sour comes to Ontario
The London Free Press • November 2
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October 2024
Savour the season with the Island Taste Trail
Campbell River Mirror • October 2024
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Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Week Wrap-Up Party
Noms Magazine • October 31
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VIDEO: Paws and pints make for a spooktacular day in Kelowna
Keremeos Review • October 28
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North Shore Craft Beer Week returns to celebrate local breweries with over a dozen events
The Georgia Straight • October 25
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Anciients, Bison and Phaeton tear the roof off Encore Brewing
Cranbrook Daily Townsman • October 25
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Slackwater Brewing building sale scuttles taproom/restaurant but won’t impact brands/distribution
Kelowna Now • October 25
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Penticton gym and brewery raises more than $3K for local SPCA through spin and sip class
Castanet • October 25
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The bad boy of Vancouver breweries
Special to the Georgia Straight • October 24
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7 local breweries offering autumn-inspired beer this season
Victoria Buzz • October 23
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Steamworks Brewing Co. to brew Famoso’s Benchmark Beer
Daily Hive Vancouver • October 21
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‘A golden crown’: Vancouver Island-based breweries win big at beer awards
check News • October 20
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B.C. Beer Awards 2024: These are the province’s best beers
CBC News • October 19
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Beer column: Parallel 49 embracing October with several seasonal releases
Kelowna Now • October 19
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Canada Beer Cup Announces The Best Beers In Canada For 2024
Forbes • October 18
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Wine Guy: Explore fall’s limited-release seasonal brews
The Province • October 17
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Penticton’s 2024 mini mural auction is just around the corner
Penticton Now • October 15
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Kwikwetlem, Patina beer pilot project sells out fast; eyeing future partnerships
Tri-Cities Dispatch • October 15
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Best of the Valley: Craig Street Brew Pub
Ladysmith Chemainus Chronicle • October 14
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Contest: You could win a $1,000 experience package to sip, stay and get social on the North Shore
North Shore News • October
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Penticton breweries collaborate to ‘Do Good,’ unveil new pale ale
Penticton Western News • October 12
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Beer column: Can Phillips repeat the success of Dinosour with Gorilla Mode?
Penticton Now • October 12
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Victoria beer-maker brews up the basics for Esquimalt’s Rainbow Kitchen
Oak Bay News • October 10
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Kettle River Brewing gets Kelowna council’s support to make COVID-era patio permanent
Kelowna Now • October 10
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Phillips Brewing opening a ‘Craft Beer Bar’ at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre
Victoria Buzz • October 8
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Here’s a sneak peek of the brand new Phillips ‘Craft Beer Bar’ at SOFMC (PHOTOS) • Victoria Buzz, October 18
Inaugural Reel Street Fest to conclude Kelowna Beer Week on Saturday
Kelowna Now • October 7
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The chemistry behind beer brewing is still shrouded in mystery, but tiny microfluidic chips could change that
The Conversation • October 6
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Beer column: It’s a stupendous weekend to support Slackwater
Penticton Now • October 5
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Penticton packed full of events for ale lovers with the annual Beer Week
Castanet • October 4
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Kelowna Beer Fest set to be a hole-in-one, a strike, and much more
Revelstoke Review • October 3
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Penticton’s Slackwater Brewing permanently closing taproom
Kelowna Capital News • October 2
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Annual BrewLoops event at Mac Island gets people hopping
CFJC Today • October 1
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September 2024
This Port Coquitlam brewery’s new beer can design honours Kwikwetlem First Nation
TriCity News • September 30
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Beer column: This bourbon-infused cold-weather sipper hits you with maple and vanilla
Kelowna Now • September 28
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BNA Brewing in Kelowna opens new speakeasy bar
Castanet • September 28
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13 epic food deals you can score with your Compass Card
Daily Hive Vancouver • September 25
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Inside the new culinary-driven brewery Strathcona North
Daily Hive Vancouver • September 24
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Langley on Tap! The Barley Merchant opens new craft concession at the Langley Events Centre
The Barley Merchant • September 22
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The Best Local Chef in Kelowna, as voted by you!
Kelowna Now • September 22
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Recipe: Creamy cheddar, black pepper, and B.C. beer dip
Global News • September 22
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Beer column: A trio of Fernie seasonals to help welcome fall
Kamloops Now • September 21
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Get hoppy at Category 12’s Oktoberfest celebration
Victoria News • September 20
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Rosie’s BBQ is taking over the kitchen at Main Street Brewing
The Georgia Straight • September 18
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Prost! Here are the biggest Oktoberfest celebrations coming to Metro Vancouver
Curiocity • September 16
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Beer column: We’re going to Disneyland with this Dole Whip-inspired ale
Kamloops Now • September 14
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Maple Ridge’s newest craft brew business officially opened
Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows News • September 13
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Victoria breweries turn to non-alcoholic options
CBC Vancouver • September 13
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KPU Brewing offers three new courses
What’s Brewing • September 12
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Wine Guy: Readers choice, award-winning B.C. beer
The Province • September 12
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Maple Ridge will pour Our Neck of the Woods IPA for anniversary
Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows News • September 10
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The Best Craft Brewery in Kelowna, as voted by you!
Kelowna Now • September 8
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Beer column: Get ready to help choose the best beer community in all of BC
Kelowna Now • September 7
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PHOTOS: Victoria’s beloved beer fest now brewing at Topaz Park
Saanich News • September 7
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Cranbrook Beer Festival is eight days away
e-know.ca • September 6
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La Cerveceria Astilleros opens Chinatown pop-up
Daily Hive Vancouver • September 5
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Think Penticton is B.C.’s best beer city? Cast your vote in competition
Penticton Western News • September 5
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Head to Strange Fellows Brewery for the Crop Drop Pop-Up Market, This Sunday!
Scout Magazine • September 5
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Penticton breweries win big at the 2024 Growlie Awards
Castanet • September 4
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Behind the brew at Crossroads Brewing and Distillery
CKPG Today • September 4
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The Courtney Room launches four collaborative beers with Vancouver Island Breweries
Foodology.ca • September 3
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6 awesome events in Victoria this week: September 2 to 6
Daily Hive Victoria • September 2
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Tickets selling now for Oliver’s three-day Wine Capital Weekend
Castanet • September 1
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August 2024
Esquimalt’s Lighthouse Brewery spotlights Peninsula farm with new ‘core beer’
Saanich News • August 31
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Beer column: A zesty, refreshing Bière Blanche to help you soak up the final days of summer
Vernon Now • August 31
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Vancouver Island Brewing pivots to new production setup with craft beer competitor
Times Colonist • August 28
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This Port Moody brewery is searching for the next (furry) faces of its beer
Vancouver is Awesome • August 28
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Brewhalla returns to Chilliwack this fall with 25-plus craft beverage vendors, live music and good times
Fraser Valley Today • August 28
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Cranbrook Beer Festival returning this September
e-know.ca • August 27
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Great Canadian Beer Festival in Victoria on September 6th & 7th
Washington Beer Blog • August 27
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Silver Star Beer & Cider Fest returns, music series continues to delight
Castanet • August 26
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5 Things to Do in Vancouver This Week (August 26-September 1)
Vancouver Magazine • August 26
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Beer column: This IPA is blue, da ba dee da ba di
Kamloops Now • August 24
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Have your pet featured on a Langley brewery’s beer label
The Chilliwack Progress • August 22
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Wine Guy: Surprise discoveries of wine, beer and gin during Vancouver Island field trip
The Province • August 22
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In Good Time Lagers Making a Splash for Hoyne Brewing Company
Business Examiner • August 21
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Four Winds opens Beach House & Brewery in Southlands, Tsawwassen
The Georgia Straight • August 21
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Creston Valley Rotary Club launches first Beer Fest
Creston Valley Advance • August 20
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Beer column: A German beer named after a Scottish band brewed right here in BC
Victoria Now • August 17
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North Van’s Beva Brewing throwing fundraiser block party for Big Sisters
North Shore News • August 15
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5 of the most remote restaurants and bars on Vancouver Island
Daily Hive Victoria • August 12
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BrewLoops’ announce Rhythm and Brews event for September
Kamloops Now • August 12
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Beer column: This dog sounds like it’s from London!
Kelowna Now • August 10
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Historic Victoria pub goes the extra ‘mile’
Monday Magazine • August 8
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14 Vancouver Breweries with Above Average Food Programs
Scout Magazine • August 8
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Kettle River Brewing applies for a permanent patio
Kelowna Now • August 7
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Surrey’s Battle of the Brews to bring beer, food, country music for a cause
Peace Arch News • August 7
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With four seasons of fun, Penticton should be on your travel calendar for fall and winter
The Globe and Mail • August 5
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10 can’t-miss food events happening in Vancouver this week: Aug 5 to 11
Daily Hive Vancouver • August 4
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Beer column: A beautiful blue twist on BNA’s iconic Purple Rain
Kelowna Now • August 3
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Beer-and-music festival returns to Chilliwack in fall
Agassiz-Harrison Observer • August 3
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North Vancouver brewery rolling out a Slip ’N Slide for long weekend fun
North Shore News • August 2
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Trail Beer Refinery creating a craft beer experience
Rossland News • August 1
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Phillips Brewing Debuts Non-Alcoholic Cerveza
CTV News • August 1
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How to Have a Proper PoMo ‘Beer-cation’ with Sam Payne
Scout Magazine • August 1
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July 2024
Wine Guy: Celebrate B.C. Day with a few local selections
The Province • July 31
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Beer column: Vernon brewery has new identity, same delicious Blueberry Vanilla Ale
Victoria Now • July 27
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Maple Ridge council approves new Patch Brewery at Laity Farm
Maple Ridge – Pitt Meadows News • July 26
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Downtown Victoria’s ‘The Drake’ celebrates 10th anniversary with return of Thirsty Chef festival
Victoria Buzz • July 24
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Expansion of capacity, hours for Beva Brewing OK’d by North Vancouver council
North Shore News • July 24
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7 must-see spots on your next trip to Tofino
Daily Hive Victoria • July 23
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Holden Courage Graffiti Jam
Miss 604 • July 22
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Beer column: Backcountry Brewing has the sours on lock this summer
Kelowna Now • July 20
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Canadians are buying less beer. Here’s how Victoria breweries are responding
CBC / Radio Canada • July 20
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Salmon Arm’s newest taphouse ready to open its doors with soft launch Saturday night
Castanet • July 19
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Penticton brewery launches annual fundraising Wildfire Dark Lager
Castanet • July 19
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7 Breweries In Metro Vancouver You Have To Try This Summer
604 Now • July 19
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Connector Brewing looks to bring people together
Castanet • July 18
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9th annual Art! Bike! Beer! Crawl takes over East Vancouver, July 27
Create a Stir • July 18
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21 amazing breweries in and around Victoria to check out this summer
Victoria Buzz • July 17
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Fort St. John Beer Mile a success despite wet conditions
Energetic City • July 16
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Barkerville Brewing launches fundraising beer for therapy dog group
Quesnel Cariboo Observer • July 15
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KPU brewing students win gold, silver at U.S. Open
Aldergrove Star • July 14
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The rise and rise of North Van’s brewery scene
North Shore News • July 14
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PHOTOS: 3rd annual Langford Beer Festival enjoys brew-tiful sunny day
Goldstream News Gazette • July 14
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Beer column: Twins Sails’ milkshake IPAs bring all the beer drinkers to the yard
Kelowna Now • July 13
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Best breweries in and around Vancouver; according to our readers
Daily Hive Vancouver • July 13
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Phillips introduced a Mexican-style lager to its non-alc lineup, and it tastes like vacation
The Georgia Straight • July 12
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A look back at B.C.’s craft beer industry
CBC Vancouver • July 12
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Wine Guy: Craft lager collaborations getting creative
The Province • July 11
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Critic’s picks: Cousin Harley; Beer Festival; Vancouver Island Brewing
Times Colonist • July 11
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Trail Beer Refinery comes out on top in burger month
Rossland News • July 11
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‘It’s a tough biz’: This Port Coquitlam brewery is closing after just three years in operation
Tricity News • July 9
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7 awesome things to do in Victoria this week: July 8 to 12
Daily Hive Victoria • July 8
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Where to get popsicles in Vancouver
The Georgia Straight • July 8
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Happy birthday, Kelowna breweries!
Kelowna Now • July 8
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Beer column: Let this experimental IPA fill you with Whimsy & Wonder
Kelowna Now • July 6
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Five must-dos on the Saanich Peninsula this summer
Saanich News • July 4
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Where to grab a drink during Khatsahlano
The Georgia Straight • July 4
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Vancouver Mural Festival returns August 7-11
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June 2024
Beer column: Ever heard of an IPA that comes in at a hair under 3% ABV?
Penticton Now • June 29
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One-day ‘music and beer’ festival to be held at Vancouver’s Dude Chilling Park
Vancouver is Awesome • June 28
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Celebrate Pride in Victoria at these food-related events
Tasting Victoria • June 26
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Great Canadian Beer Festival to change location this year
C-Fax 1070 • June 26
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Four Winds Beach House & Brewery is Opening Soon in Tsawwassen
Scout Magazine • June 25
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Penticton’s Tin Whistle Brewing hosting Climate Cafe for conversations around environmental issues
Castanet • June 23
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Beer column: I got that summertime, Summertime Hazy, su-su-summertime, Summertime Hazy
Kamloops Now • June 22
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Ten days left to binge on Trail-Rossland Burger Month specialties
Trail Times • June 21
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Great Canadian Beer Festival Celebrates 30 Years
What’s Brewing Magazine • June 21
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Critic’s picks: That Was Then; The Pirates of Penzance; and Hot Pink
Times Colonist • June 20
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Silver Valley Brewing to close its doors
Daily Hive Vancouver • June 19
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This easy-drinking IPA supports Canada’s busiest search and rescue team
Kamloops Now • June 15
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11 unique gifts and activities in Victoria to help celebrate dad this Father’s Day
Victoria Buzz • June 11
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Fort St. John hosts first ever Beer Mile event this summer
Energetic City • June 11
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Downtown Victoria brewery announces ‘Big Patio Days’ concert series this summer
Victoria Buzz • June 11
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Celebrate the arrival of summer at this FREE block party in East Vancouver
Daily Hive Vancouver • June 10
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Beer column: A sour summer mixed pack that will bring back the tastes of childhood
Kelowna Now • June 8
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7 reasons you NEED to visit Hornby Island this summer
Daily Hive Victoria • June 7
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Liquid assets
University of Victoria • June 7
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Taylight Brewing to open new location in Downtown Vancouver
Daily Hive Vancouver • June 7
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Greater Victoria breweries win Canadian Brewing Awards
Tasting Victoria • June 5
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Main St. Brewing Marks Ten Years with Exclusive Beer Releases & Party, June 8th
Scout Magazine • June 4
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Celebrate a Decade of Brewing in New West at SO10: Steel & Oak’s 10th Anniversary Party!
Scout Magazine • June 3
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Beer column: A story about seasonals from Whistler (Pt. 2 – Grapefruit Ale)
Kamloops Now • June 1
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Parallel 49 Brewing Company’s 100-seat beer garden returns
Daily Hive Vancouver • June 1
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BNA Brewing is expanding to Vernon
Castanet • June 1
Vernon Matters • June 1
May 2024
6 patios around Vancouver Island worth travelling for
Daily Hive Victoria • May 31
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2 Comox breweries shine at the 2024 Canadian Brewing Awards
Comox Valley Record • May 31
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Vancouver-born rapper reveals first look at new beer with BC brewery
Curiocity • May 30
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Chef Angus An Taps Main St. Brewing to Create Exclusive New Crispy Lager
Scout Magazine • May 30
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Wine Guy: What you need to know about B.C. craft pilsner
The Province • May 29
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Hops and Heritage fundraiser back at Chilliwack Museum for fifth year
The Chilliwack Progress • May 28
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Kelowna brewery sweeps gluten-free awards for second-straight year
Castanet • May 27
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Five on Five: Smoked Beer
Craft Beer & Brewing • May 26
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Beer column: Bursting with tropical and citrus notes, this ISA will captivate your palate
Victoria Now • May 25
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The Best Beers In Canada, According To The Canadian Brewing Awards
Forbes • May 25
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“Royal Ruckus” brings Parallel 49’s beers to life as wrestlers
The Georgia Straight • May 21
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How do kiwi and oyster sound? People are using AI to dream up new culinary creations
CBC • May 20
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Beer column: This fruity blonde ale from Camp hits all the right notes
Victoria Now • May 18
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‘Let the mad science continue!’: Vancouver brewery re-opens after ‘clerical error’ caused temporary closure
Vancouver is Awesome • May 17
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17 things to do in and around Victoria this May long weekend—May 18th-20th
Victoria Buzz • May 17
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North Vancouver comedy show is for the dogs, literally
North Shore News • May 17
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Spinnakers celebrates 40th anniversary, is oldest brewpub in Canada
Chek News • May 16
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The Central Okanagan’s newest brewery is now open in Westbank
Kelowna Now • May 16
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Drinking alcohol now allowed in 8 Kelowna parks
Penticton Western News • May 16
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Brewing beer in an environmentally sustainable way
Castanet • May 14
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Steel & Oak Brewing Co. Celebrates 10th Birthday with a Free Beer for Tattoo Campaign
Scout Magazine • May 14
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New policy aims to enhance visitor experiences
East Kootenay News Online Weekly • May 14
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‘Letterkenny’ star, Vancouver brewery team up to brew awareness (and beer)
Vancouver Is Awesome • May 13
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Craft Beverage Week returns to Langley
Today in BC • May 13
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Celebrating Mother’s Day in the Okanagan at Rustic Reel Brewing Company
Global News • May 12
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Kelowna Beer Fest fills City Park as thousands flock to downtown Kelowna
Castanet • May 12
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Beer column: Well, it’s a marvellous night for a Moon Dance Mango Wheat
Kamloops Now • May 11
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New East Vancouver brewery already struggling amid economic headwinds
Global News • May 10
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Kamloops breweries collaborate on Shot of Gold 2.0 in support of local Paralympic champ
CFJC Today • May 9
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Only Brewery in Osoyoos
CTV News Vancouver • May 9
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A guide to successful beer hunting in Whistler, British Columbia
Washington Beer Blog • May 8
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21 Absolute BEST Things to do in Vancouver at Night
Destinationless Travel • May 8
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11 fantastic dog-friendly patios around Victoria
Daily Hive Victoria • May 6
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‘Secret’ room touted for downtown Kelowna pub
The Daily Courier • May 6
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Some of Penticton’s best patios have opened for the season just in time for summer weather around the corner.
Castanet • May 6
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20 fun things to do in Vancouver this week: May 6 to 12
Daily Hive Vancouver • May 5
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Second annual Caribrew Beer Fest a success
100 Mile Free Press • May 5
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Always something ‘brewing’ at Penticton’s Abandoned Rail
Salmon Arm Observer • May 4
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Woof woof! Dog-friendly patios abound in Kelowna
Kelowna Now • May 4
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Beer column: Do pineapples belong in beer? Wait, do habanero peppers? Yes to both.
Kamloops Now • May 4
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Spirits in the Park: An all-inclusive boozy craft drink festival coming to Metro Vancouver
Daily Hive Vancouver • May 2
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‘Human error’ leads to temporary closure of iconic Vancouver brewery
Vancouver is Awesome • May 2
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Get Festive with Vessel Liquor’s Mexican-Inspired May Picks
Scout Magazine • May 2
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Ace Brewing honours RCAF centennial with Centennial Lager, merchandise
Vancouver Island Free Daily • May 1
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Early summer brews with a chance to give back
Monday Magazine • May 1
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April 2024
Travel Guide: Fat Biking BC’s Kootenay Rockies
Bike Mag • April 30
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4 can’t-miss food events happening in Vancouver this week: April 30 to May 5
Daily Hive Vancouver • April 30
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Mark Your Calendar: Langley Craft Beverage Week returns next month
The Georgia Straight • April 29
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Why BC craft breweries are having such a hard time right now
The Georgia Straight • April 27
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Something new brewing for craft beer week in Nanaimo
Nanaimo News Bulletin • April 26
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4 BC breweries earn hardware at 2024 World Beer Cup
Kelowna Now • April 25
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BrewLoops returning to downtown Kamloops this weekend
CFJC Today • April 25
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The ultimate guide to the 100 best things to do in BC
Daily Hive Vancouver • April 25
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Ucluelet Brewing Co: Pub is Important Community Gathering Place
Business Examiner • April 24
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Reusing sake rice into beer (Video)
Castanet • April 24
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Wine Guy: How do zero-alcohol beverages compare?
The Province • April 24
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Penticton brewery says ‘cheers’ to zero-waste
Revelstoke Review • April 22
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Beer column: It’s hazy, it’s sessionable, and it begs to be drunk in an Adirondack chair
Kamloops Now • April 20
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Victoria brewery unveils cannabis-flavoured beer in time for 4/20
Chek News • April 20
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Kelowna beer scene getting recognition
Castanet • April 19
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Big day for Oliver’s Firehall Brewery at Okanagan Fest of Ale
Penticton Western News • April 18
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KPU brewery graduate first Canadian contestant on U.S.-based TV show
Langley Advance Times • April 18
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11 awesome events in Victoria this weekend: April 19 to April 21
Daily Hive • April 18
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Vancouver Folk Festival, Rifflandia and Red Truck concert series release early lineups
Vancouver Sun • April 18
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Phillips Backyard music festival returns this summer over two weekends
Saanich News • April 16
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Burnaby council votes to allow alcohol use in nearly all parks year-round
Global News • April 15
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Hit East Van for the 2nd Annual Vancouver Brewers Fest, April 19-28th
Scout Magazine • April 15
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Okanagan Fest of Ale celebrates 27th year
Global News • April 14
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Fest of Ale in Penticton wraps up with awards for B.C. craft breweries
Infotel News • April 14
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Vancouver extends drinking in plazas program until at least May 2025
CTV News • April 13
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Beer column: Phillips has been very busy of late and it’s great news for your summer
Kamloops Now • April 13
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34 Incredible Things to do in Victoria, BC (Our 2024 Guide)
The Planet D • April 13
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Pink Boots fundraiser beer brought to life by the women of Penticton’s Cannery Brewing
Castanet • April 12
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New Bridge Brewing lounge set for North Van’s Norgate neighbourhood
North Shore News • April 12
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This is Burnaby’s plan to create its own vibrant brewery row near SkyTrain
Daily Hive • April 10
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Eat the Suburbs: The Best Places to Eat in Port Moody
Vancouver Magazine • April 10
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There’s a craft beer event featuring Hoyne Brewing at the Fairmont Empress next week
Victoria Buzz • April 9
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Powell Brewery and Downlow team up for non-alcoholic beer brand Dry Goods
The Georgia Straight • April 9
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Strange Fellows Shares New Belgian-Style, Lambic-Like Spontaneous Fermentation Beer
Scout Magazine • April 9
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Laugh it up at Lake Country Brewing
Kelowna Capital News • April 9
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Worldwide event set to showcase Belgian brew
Monday Magazine • April 8
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Free transit for Penticton’s Okanagan Fest of Ale ticket holders this weekend
Castanet • April 8
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Beer column: Sunday is National Beer Day and British Columbians love their pale ales
Kamloops Now • April 6
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This BC city is getting serious recognition and we can see why
Daily Hive • April 5
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New B.C. liquor policy coming to wineries, breweries
Burnaby Now • April 5
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The Glorious Sons to headline this BC harvest festival with farm-fresh beers to sample
Curiocity • April 5
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Save money, and support local wine and craft beer industries with BC Wine Passport
Castanet • April 5
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Wine Guy: The Swirl: BC Ale Trail’s Vancouver Tasting Passport
The Province • April 3
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Looking for Beck Malenstyn in the NHL offseason? Try the hop farm.
Washington Post • April 3
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How a BC Biologist Is Changing the Craft Beer Scene
The Tyee • April 1
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Award-Winning Wines, Farm-to-Table Fare, Unbelievable Beer: Why Foodies Flock to Penticton, BC
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March 2024
Spring starts now with Penticton’s delicious food scene
The Globe and Mail • March 31
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Kelowna breweries get creative to drum up business in tight market
Castanet • March 30
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Beer column: Throw it back 30-40 years with this surprisingly easy-drinking dark ale
Victoria Now • March 30
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Cats and kegs collide for a cause at Comox Valley Curling Club
Comox Valley Record • March 29
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BC Ale Trail names 31 breweries in its 2024 Vancouver Tasting Passport
The Georgia Straight • March 28
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Canada’s non-alcoholic revolution
Canadian Geographic • March 28
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Comox brewery launches beer to support search and rescue’s quest for permanent home
Comox Valley Record • March 28
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17 dog-friendly patios in downtown Victoria to check out this Easter weekend
Victoria Buzz • March 27
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Wine Guy: Three ways to enjoy IPAs in spring
The Province • March 27
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This beer and music festival has multiple BC dates & it kicks off this weekend
Curiocity • March 26
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Hoyne Brewing Company Continues to Win Awards, Expanding Again
Business Examiner • March 26
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Is Whistler Worth Visiting? My HONEST Review from a Vancouver Local!
Destinationless Travel • March 25
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Canada’s oldest craft beer festival is bringing over 250 brews to BC this year
Curiocity • March 25
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Penticton artists win $500, help kick off festival with mural unveiling
Penticton Western News • March 23
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Beer column: April showers bring May flowers, but why wait that long?
Kamloops Now • March 23
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Eat the Suburbs: The Best Places to Eat in Langley, B.C.
Vancouver Magazine • March 22
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Grab a pint, pizza and play with a pup at Penticton’s Abandoned Rail Brewing
Castanet • March 22
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Shuswap Tourism presents Annual Review
Columbia Shuswap Regional District • March 21
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Victoria’s Great Canadian Beer Festival returns for its 30th anniversary
The Georgia Straight • March 21
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Victoria’s five best breweries
Martlet • March 21
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Victoria beer writer joins trio of judges for Canada’s Beer Cup
Oak Bay News • March 19
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Nine Trip Itineraries Across British Columbia to Experience Stunning Gardens and Family Fun Flower Farms
To Do Canada • March 18
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A new craft brewery inspired by a love for dogs just opened in Vancouver
Curiocity • March 18
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Main St. Brewing Marks Autism Acceptance Month with ‘Glow’ Alsatian Pilsner
Scout Magazine • March 18
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22 BEST Things to do in Golden, BC in Summer
Destinationless Travel • March 17
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Parksville brewing company hopes to extend evening hours
Parksville Qualicum Beach News • March 17
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Caribrew Beer Fest set to take place in April
100 Mile Free Press • March 16
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Beer column: Some BC-made dark beers that will make your St. Patrick’s Day better
Kelowna Now • March 16
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Squamish, BC: A Tale of Ecotourism, Indigenous Heritage and Natural Wonder
Out There Outdoors • March 15
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Luck of the Irish: What’s going on in Kelowna for St. Patrick’s Day
Kelowna Capital News • March 15
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Hit Container Brewing for One-Night-Only Table Service with PiDGiN
Scout Magazine • March 14
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Curling beer kegs for a good cause at the Comox Valley Curling Centre
Comox Valley Record • March 12
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Beer column: Blast into space with Tofino Brewing’s first ever hazy
Kamloops Now • March 9
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Kelowna brewery ready to welcome spring with release of new seasonal cocktail flight
Kelowna Now • March 9
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‘Breathing room for brewers’: Canadians welcome upcoming beer tax relief
Victoria Now • March 9
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Federal government cuts beer tax increase ahead of looming deadline
Global News • March 9
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Brewloops returning to downtown Kamloops in April, bringing beer, music and food trucks
Castanet • March 8
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