A program supporting commercial wine producers would give millions of dollars to two bottling companies that can purchase their grapes from outside of Nova Scotia and Canada.

Launched in July 2022, the additional funding brings the Government's total investment through the program to more than $343 million.

At the macro level, the Canadian wine industry has experienced remarkable growth; however, this dynamic evolution may have reached a perilous point of stagnation, and the factors have yet to be determined. At the micro level, there is evidence that policies within the wine-producing provinces must change if the wine industry aspires to compete in the global marketplace.

The Wine Square, a Canadian manufacturer at the forefront of pioneering wine cellar solutions, is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest innovation, The TWS 360. This breakthrough system seamlessly merges three cutting-edge technologies -- the Isocase, Cavea, and The Cube° -- to offer wine enthusiasts a functional and modern approach to preserving their collections. The Isocase, a durable isolation enclosure, protects stored wines from external temperature and humidity fluctuations.

The British Columbia wine industry is grappling with the aftermath of two consecutive devastating frosts that have left vineyards battered and winemakers in distress. Winemaker and viticulturist Severine Pinte, expressing the severity of the situation, deems the damage as "catastrophic," particularly highlighting the impact on buds and vines, leaving many wineries in precarious situations. Pinte's perspective is echoed by other wineries, including the ones she oversees -- LaStella in Osoyoos and Le Vieux Pin in Oliver.

It looks there won't be a 2024 vintage. A survey of damage to primary and secondary buds after last month's deep freeze projects crop losses of 97-99%.

The 4.7-per-cent excise-tax hike gets multiplied multiple times before the final retail price is calculated

Alberta is blocking imports of B.C. wines, accusing suppliers of bypassing regular trade channels.

Donald Ziraldo beat the odds

January temperatures may be cold, but excitement is heating up across Niagara as the region prepares to celebrate its annual Icewine harvest season in style. From Jan. 12 through 28, Niagara wine country raises a glass to Canada's liquid gold with glitzy galas, a wine and culinary touring program at 32 different wineries, a sparkling Niagara-on-the-Lake street festival, and more.

From refreshing sparkling to bold reds, explore outstanding wines from Canada that impressed the experts at Decanter World Wine Awards 2023. 'Canada has small production of wine, but very exciting wine,' explained Master Sommelier, Decanter World Wine Awards judge and Quebec native Elyse Lambert, noting the delicious Pinot Noirs tasted during DWWA 2023 judging week.

Bradley House, 33, was charged with second-degree murder and was found not criminally responsible, due to mental illness.

In case you missed it: Key changes include: Allowing all corner stores and any gas stations that sell food to sell beer, wine, cider and ready-to-drink alcoholic beverages, such as seltzers or RTDs. ...

The presence of a signature can boost sales as much as 500 percent.

Retail Council of Canada (RCC) is pleased to see the government has taken a strong first step in the right direction with today's announcement. "Retail Council of Canada is pleased to see the government move to end the Master Framework Agreement with The Beer Store. That agreement placed choice, convenience, and price for customers subordinate to the profits of big multinational brewing conglomerates. By ending the MFA, Premier Ford is moving Ontario forward and opening choices for consumers; more grocery stores will soon sell a wider range of alcohol options, in all formats and sizes, and will have the option to introduce private label products," said Karl Littler, Senior Vice-President Public Affairs for Retail Council of Canada.

The premier is uncorking additional choice for drinkers of beer, wine, hard seltzer and premixed cocktails -- but it could take two more years for things to open up.

A new study says profits for Canadian grocers are growing at a record pace in 2023, reports CityNews Vancouver. Progressive research institute The Centre for Future Work says yearly profits are predicted to be more than $6 billion, an 8% year-over-year increase.

Rust Wine Co GM Kane Morgan was in a vehicle incident.

Niagara's Icewine Festival, one of Canada's largest wine celebrations, will embrace the winter magic once again in 2024. For three weekends in January, wine lovers, cocktail fans and foodies are sure to create sweet memories to last a lifetime, all while discovering the region's renowned VQA Icewine and culinary scene through an outstanding collection of events.

A recent study says that British Columbia's wine industry needs up to CA$317m in urgent financial assistance after a serious deep freeze last winter impacted numerous vines.