Here are the latest news releases and announcements from BC’s craft breweries and around the world of craft beer and beverages.
Media: please send press releases or links to our Newsroom Editor, Navin Autar at [email protected].
BC Ale Trail Introduces Virtual Hoppy Hour
April 2, 2020
As Canadians continue to adjust to staying home to flatten the curve, the BC Ale Trail hopes to bring people together, if only virtually.
COVID-19: Here’s what is considered an essential service in B.C.
March 27, 2020
Taxis, hotels, weather forecasters and accountants some of the dozens deemed an essential service.
Great Okanagan Beer Festival 2020 Update – COVID-19 🍻
March 20, 2020
In response to the provincial government’s declaration prohibiting gatherings greater than 50 people, we are not able to move forward with Great Okanagan Beer Festival for the first week of May.
25th Annual Okanagan Fest of Ale Postponed
March 17, 2020
The Board of Directors of the Okanagan Fest of Ale Society have made the decision to postpone the Okanagan Fest of Ale for 2020.
CAMRA BC AGM Postponement
March 17, 2020
We want to do our part to help limit the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and we want all of our members to stay safe and healthy. As a result, we have made the difficult decision to postpone Saturday’s AGM.
Great Okanagan Beer Festival Announces Schedule and Hours
March 10, 2020
Great Okanagan Beer Festival (GOBF), presented by The Train Station Pub, is excited to announce their full event schedule for 2020. In addition to 8 days of programming the Main Event has also been extended by an hour and will take place from 11:30 AM - 5:30 PM on Saturday, May 9, at Waterfront Park.
2020 CAMRA BC AGM and Call for Nominations
March 2, 2020
The Campaign for Real Ale Society of British Columbia (CAMRA BC) is holding its Annual General Meeting (AGM) and election of 2020 executive on Saturday, March 21st at Andina Brewing in Vancouver.
Streetcar Brewing’s Kiwi Beer Day Plus Cheese and Beer Pairing Events
February 19, 2020
Streetcar Brewing will be releasing three new beers at their Kiwi Beer Day event featuring fish and chips from FishWorks, and show your support of the Alzheimer Society of BC at our cheese and beer pairing night.
Great Little Box Company Named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2020
February 19, 2020
Great Little Box Company Ltd. (GLBC) announced today that it has been recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for the 15th time.
Announcing Victoria Beer Week’s 2020 Beer School Curriculum
February 5, 2020
The Victoria Beer Society announces its Beer School program, including four beer-themed classes and a historic walking tour memorializing Greg Evans.
25th Annual Okanagan Fest of Ale – Major Expansion
January 27, 2020
A must attend beer festival in BC! Plan to celebrate 25 years of cheer at the 25th annual Okanagan Fest of Ale April 17 & 18, 2020 in Penticton.
History is On Tap and On Stage at Hopwired
January 22, 2020
Hopwired Festival, Canada’s Festival of Artisan Coffee and Collaboration, is excited to announce it’s tasting panel lineup today that includes some of the artisanal beer world’s purveyors and influencers.