The Voice of the Distilled Spirits Industry in Canada.
Spirits Canada is the leading voice and National trade organization representing the interests of the distilled spirits industry across Canada.
Spirits Canada and its member companies are strongly committed to the encouragement of moderate and responsible consumption of beverage alcohol for those adults that choose to drink.
Who We Are
Spirits Canada was founded in 1947 to support Canada’s distilled spirits industry both nationally and globally. We partner with producers, liquor boards and government agencies to promote the economic growth of the industry while encouraging the responsible consumption of our products.
We promote relationships that strengthen Canada’s unparalleled “grain to glass” process of premium distilled products. Our industry’s proud history speaks to our future. Canada’s spirits industry is committed to sustainability, generating positive economic impact, forging strong relationships with Canadian communities, and increasing the diversity of our workforce.
Spirits suppliers forced to seek court review of LCBO’s contradictory pricing policies
Following suppliers’ fruitless attempts to negotiate, LCBO responds with retaliatory measures
TORONTO – JULY 24, 2024 – The Liquor Control Board of Ontario’s (LCBO) sudden decision in 2023 to penalize suppliers for non-compliance with contradictory pricing policies has led to an unavoidable legal challenge from the makers of familiar brands such as Crown Royal, Canadian Club, JP Wiser’s, Forty Creek, Bacardi rum and El Jimador Tequila.
The collective of spirits suppliers, which together represent almost 70% of the spirits products sold in Ontario, have filed a court application with the Ontario Superior Court of Justice to declare a controversial LCBO-pricing term invalid and unenforceable.
Moderation and Responsibility
Beer (5% alc.)
341 ml / 12 fl oz.
Wine (12% alc.)
142 ml / 5 fl oz.
Distilled Spirits
(40% alc.)
43 ml / 1.5 fl oz.
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Spirits Canada is committed to supporting a vibrant, innovative and fair spirits sectors that leads to opportunities for the industry growth throughout Canada and around the world, from grain to glass.
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LCBO hidden tax cash grab threatens consumers’ favourite brands
TORONTO - MAY 17, 2024 – As Ontarians gear up to celebrate the May long weekend, consumers of beverage alcohol in the province may soon also have to gear up for higher prices and a dwindling selection of well-known vodkas, whiskies, rums, gins and tequilas at the...
Celebrating Canada Day: Canada’s Whisky Heritage Pre-Dating the Nation
As Canada prepares to celebrate its national day, Canada Day, on July 1st, its worth exploring the rich history of whisky in the country.
Hasta Luego! Lorena Patterson, SVP Public Affairs and Policy departs Spirits Canada; accepts new role as President and CEO in energy sector
Lorena has been a valued leader at Spirits Canada over the last two years and continues to advocate for the spirits industry - click here to read Lorena's departure post. Spirits Canada wishes Lorena all the best in this exciting new leadership role. See you on...
Spirits Canada official response to 2024 Finance Canada Pre-Budget Submission
Spirits Canada remains concerned that, as of April 1st, Canadians will have to pay a 4.7% additional tax on spirits, wine, and beer, far beyond current government targets for inflation. Accordingly, Spirits Canada has submitted an official response to the pre-budget...
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