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Brown-Forman and Keurig Dr Pepper Canada Join esteemed Spirits Canada membership
Spirits Canada is excited to welcome Brown-Forman and Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) Canada as new members. Both companies will be represented on the Board of Directors, further strengthening the association’s advocacy efforts and broadening the representation of the spirits industry in Canada. This collaboration marks a key moment for the sector as it faces both challenges and opportunities in the evolving market.
Spirits Canada welcomes Cedric Salibi – Senior VP, Policy and Analytics
Spirits Canada is excited to introduce Cedric Salibi as the new SVP of Policy and Analytics. With extensive expertise in policy and strategy, Cedric will help guide the industry through emerging challenges and opportunities, driving growth and innovation.
Spirits Canada becomes sponsor for “86 Harassment” Initiative, Catherine Eaton joins council as association representative
Spirits Canada has joined 86 Harassment as a Sponsor, committing to providing beverage alcohol and hospitality employers and employees with access to training, education, a confidential hotline, and prevention tools from industry experts.
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.
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Industry updates
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Opinion: New campaign on alcohol consumption guidelines is fear mongering
Finacial Post – Opinion: Anti-alcohol extremists should not determine alcohol policy
Harry Rakowski: New drinking guidelines based on majorly flawed study
Campari names MD for Canada and US
Canadian drinking advice ‘at odds’ with world
Podcast of the Week
Whiskycast
“Small Province Big Hearts”
Spirited Advocate Podcast
“Creating a More Inclusive Spirits Industry”
Spirited Advocate Podcast
Jan Westcott of Spirits Canada