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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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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
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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

Matador Network
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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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