Wine Growers Canada (WGC) and Wine Growers British Columbia (WGBC) are proud to announce the recipients of the 2024 Canadian Wine Industry Awards and the 2024 Wine Growers British Columbia Industry Recognition Awards, which were presented at a joint awards ceremony as the industry gathered in Penticton Tuesday evening.

Researchers with Brock University's Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute (CCOVI) recently received more than $2.4 million in cash and in-kind support for projects that aim to strengthen Canada's grape and wine industry.

The president of a company that stands to profit the most from a new provincial wine program is baffled by claims the incentive could be "catastrophic" to local wineries. "I think that reference is hard for me to comprehend. I really don't know what they're saying," John Peller, president of Peller Estates, told CBC News.

Hillside Winery is proud to announce the launch of its redesigned website, to mark the 40th anniversary of its vineyards. The website showcases not just Hillside's legacy, but its connection to the region. "We wanted to express the spirit of community and excellence here in Naramata Bench," said Lauren Selfridge, Marketing & DTC Manager at Hillside Winery. "Not just the extraordinary terroir, but all aspects of this place where we have chosen to make wine."

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.