Sales of VQA wine made from Ontario-grown grapes up over 60%.

A cultural icon is being reframed as a blueprint for economic self-defence.

The Almanac Series has always been about celebrating variety and possibility. By combining grapes from The Grange's 40-acre estate vineyard with carefully selected fruit from trusted partner vineyards across Ontario, winemaker Jonas Newman creates blends that tell the story of each vintage.

Through a marketing firm, the company paid more than 130 retailers up to $225 per store to display posters promoting their brands. These stores were also encouraged to purchase and stock higher volumes of the products featured in the promotions.

"Canada pulled the plug and the exports of U.S. wine to Canada are virtually down to zero or they're closing in on zero… and exports to Canada account for more than a third of all U.S. exports by value, and that is massive." Trump's decision in March to impose blanket 25 per cent tariffs on most Canadian goods entering the U.S. was met with swift retaliation at both the federal and provincial level in Canada.

Wines of Ontario (WOO) is proud to unveil the next chapter in its Pleasure to Meet You platform with the launch of its 2025--26 campaign. Timed to coincide with Ontario Wine Week (June 16--20), this year's campaign places the spotlight where it truly belongs: on the 194 winemakers who shape the soul of Ontario VQA wine. Building on the momentum of last year's successful rebrand, this evolution shifts focus from product to people, positioning Ontario's winemakers as cultural leaders, stewards of the land and passionate voices of place.

"We applaud the Ontario Government's recent policy announcements and its continued support of the province's grape and wine industry. By promoting strong, competitive policies that are aligned with global best practices, and by focusing on local grape growers and wine producers, the Government is reinforcing the vital role our sector plays as a key driver of economic growth in the province."

The Aurelia Series showcases the Prince Edward County producer's most exemplary wines, hand-picked by The Grange's world-class team. This stunning Cabernet Franc continues the streak of lauded releases in the Aurelia Series, joining the 2023 Aurelia Pinot Noir and 2023 Aurelia Chardonnay.

Evolve Sparkling House is proudly popping corks after sweeping the sparkling wine category at this year's All Canadian Wine Championships (ACWC), earning the prestigious trophy of 'Best in Category' for its 2018 Brut Nature officially making it Canada's Best Sparkling Wine of the Year. The soon-to-open Sparkling House, located on the iconic Naramata Bench, also captured Gold for its 2018 Brut Rosé and Silver for the 2020 Brut Premiere, reaffirming its dedication to crafting exceptional sparkling wines in British Columbia.

"This change gives Saskatchewan people the option to choose whether they want to buy these products or consider alternatives."

Service Alberta Minister Dale Nally said Friday that the move signals a "renewed commitment to open and fair trade" with the United States.

Sales in the SAQ's store and specialized centre network dropped $90.4 million or 2.4% from the preceding fiscal year, with the corresponding volume sales declining 8.7 million litres or 4.6%. The trend toward lower volumes noted in the last two years is largely due to changes in customers' shopping habits*.

The Consorzio Tutela Vini d'Abruzzo is proud to announce a series of exclusive promotional events taking place in Canada this June, aimed at deepening awareness and appreciation of Abruzzo's distinguished DOC wines. These events will be held in Calgary on June 13 and Vancouver on June 16, targeting key trade professionals, media, and wine enthusiasts.

Motion Industries, Inc., a leading distributor of maintenance, repair and operation replacement parts, and a premier provider of industrial technology solutions, is pleased to announce the opening of its first Canadian Motion Conveyance Solutions shop. The new facility, located at 100-10725 74 St. SE, Calgary, Alberta, officially opened its doors on May 1, 2025. This strategic location is designed to enhance Motion's ability to serve customers' growing needs across Western Canada.

The province will spend $175 million over five years as part of a new program designed to boost the number of Ontario grapes in blended wine.

O'Neill, now a senior associate, has executed more than 45 winery purchase and sale transactions. Her practice has grown alongside a wave of generational change sweeping through British Columbia's wine industry.

As the dust settles after a Liberal fightback saw Mark Carney hold onto the Canadian premiership in last month's election, db looks at what this means for the country's drinks industry, especially with regards to tariffs imposed by its neighbour south of the border.

The campaign rollout includes a new video from Visit California highlighting how important Canadians are to California and the debut of a partnership with Expedia that provides discounts of up to 25% on over 1,000 California hotels, activities and attractions through a landing page made for Canadians.