Explore Flavours & Experiences with Tasting Passports in Five BC Communities.
The BC Ale Trail is hosting Tasting Passports in five BC communities this November. Each of these promotions runs for a month — the idea is to collect stamps at breweries, tap houses and other participating businesses and then enter the completed passport in a draw for a chance to win great prizes. Whether you live in or nearby one of these communities or are looking for a fun reason to travel within the province, these taste exploration are a great way to experience all that these communities have to offer.
Central Island Tasting Passport (Comox Valley, Cowichan, Nanaimo, and Parksville Qualicum Beach)
Cranbrook & Kimberley Tasting Passport
Langley Ale Trail Tasting Passport
Port Moody Ale Trail Tasting Passport
Vancouver’s North Shore Ale Trail Tasting Passport
Rockies Exploring with Golden Views and Epic Brews
As summer turns to fall in the Kootenays, autumn’s golden larches will entice you to paddle calm waters against the backdrop of golden views, hike trails hugged in amber warmth, drive along windy roads through the caramel-kissed countryside, and sip seasonally-inspired brews.
November 1-30, 2023
The Cranbrook & Kimberley Tasting Passport features 15 locations in those two communities, including all three local craft breweries: the Heid Out and Fisher Peak Brewing in Cranbrook, and Over Time Beer Works and Grist & Mash Brewing in Kimberley. Once you have collected six unique stamps, hand in the passport at a local Visitor Information Centre to receive a custom enamel mug.
The amazing Grand Prize is a 2-night stay at the Prestige Rocky Mountain Resort, including a Picnic at the Peak, provided by Eclipse Helicopters and The Heid Out & Fisher Peak Brewing, along with $100 to spend at a BC Ale Trail brewery and a BC Ale Trail swag pack valued at $200. Several other prize packages featuring merchandise or gift cards from the participating businesses will also be awarded.
Check out this page for more information and the complete list of participating businesses.
Cranbrook and Kimberley can be found on the Kootenay Rockies East Ale Trail.
From the Cowichan Valley through Nanaimo to Parksville Qualicum Beach, Central Vancouver Island Offers a Bounty of Exceptional Experiences!
Throughout October, explore a diverse mix of breweries, distilleries, and tap houses in the Central Vancouver Island region.
October 1 – 30, 2022.
Central Vancouver Island offers spectacular beaches, hiking, mountain biking trails, and coastal paddling, as well as urban activities and an abundance or agricultural experiences and culinary opportunities.
The Central Island Tasting Passport features 21 different businesses in the Cowichan Valley, Nanaimo, and Parksville Qualicum Beach, including all the local breweries, several distilleries, a cidery, and a taphouse. Prizes include $100 to spend at a BC Ale Trail brewery, a BC Ale Trail swag pack valued at $200, and several other prize packages featuring merchandise or gift cards from the participating businesses.
Check out this page for more information and the complete list of participating businesses.
The Cowichan Valley and Nanaimo can be found on the Vancouver Island Part 1 Ale Trail. Parksville Qualicum Beach can be found on the Vancouver Island Part 2 Ale Trail.
Rich in History, Urban Experiences and Fresh Craft Beer.
Langley’s craft beer community has boomed over the past few years. In addition to several excellent breweries, there are beer-focused restaurants and one of North America’s leading brewery training programs at Kwantlen Polytechnic University.
October 1 – 30, 2022.
Langley is home to nine breweries, all of which are featured in this Tasting Passport along with a couple of beer-focused local eateries and a great local liquor store. Fill the passport to be entered in the draw for a chance to win the Grand Prize package: a Deluxe Two-Night Getaway to Langley, plus $100 to spend at a BC Ale Trail brewery, and a BC Ale Trail swag pack valued at $200. There will also be several other prize packages featuring merchandise or gift cards from the participating businesses.
Check out this page for more information and the complete list of participating businesses.
Langley can be found on the brand new Langley Ale Trail.
Vancouver’s North Shore is where the metropolis meets BC’s mighty outdoors.
It’s the perfect place for outdoor adventures year-round, with easy access to backcountry and jaw-dropping views of the city, sea and mountains. For a tasting adventure, check out the North Shore’s diverse and dynamic community of craft breweries and tap houses, each with its own distinct style.
November 3 – 30, 2022 (North Shore Craft Beer Week takes place Nov 3-15 with special events every day).
This tasting passport features 11 local craft breweries along with a cidery and several beer-focused restaurants. Once you have collected six unique stamps you can hand it in to get a snazzy branded glass. Your name will also be entered in the prize draw for a chance to win the grand prize package.
Check out this page for more information and the complete list of participating businesses.
Vancouver’s North Shore can be found on the Vancouver’s North Shore Ale Trail.
