Statement on the Implementation of U.S. Import Ban on Canadian Distilled Spirits
September 29, 2026 The Canadian and American spirits industries have spent decades building strong commercial relationships and integrated supply chains that support businesses, workers and consumers on both sides of the border. The latest measures introduce further uncertainty for an industry that has long benefited from open, tariff-free trade between our two countries. The economic […]
Spirits Canada Statement Regarding September 8 Announcement from U.S. Government regarding Canadian Alcohol Beverages
Toronto, ON – September 9, 2026 Spirits Canada is very concerned by the United States’ decision to prohibit the importation of certain Canadian alcoholic beverages, effective September 29, 2026. The September 8 U.S. proclamation makes clear that this action is directly connected to the continued removal and restriction of U.S. alcohol beverages from provincial markets […]
Spirits Canada Calls for Urgent Negotiated Resolution Following U.S. Tariff Announcement on Canadian Spirits
Toronto, ON – July 21, 2026 Spirits Canada is disappointed by the United States government’s announcement that it intends to impose a 50 per cent tariff on Canadian spirits and other selected Canadian products, effective August 19, 2026. The announced measure places one of Canada’s most successful export sectors at significant risk and underscores the […]
Spirits Canada Welcomes Bill 24, the Alberta Whisky Act
March 31, 2026 – Statement from Spirits Canada Spirits Canada welcomes Bill 24, the Alberta Whisky Act, a landmark step in growth for the Alberta whisky industry Spirits Canada and its member companies welcome the Alberta Government’s tabling of Bill 24, the Alberta Whisky Act. This first-of-its-kind legislation represents an important step forward in showcasing […]
Press Release: Spirits Canada welcomes Québec government decision to allow the sale of spirit-based ready-to-drink beverages in grocery and convenience stores
Montréal, February 24, 2026 — Spirits Canada welcomes the Québec government’s decision to allow the sale of spirit-based ready-to-drink beverages in grocery and convenience stores. This measure corrects a long-standing inconsistency and responds directly to the expectations of Québec consumers. Spirits Canada, which represents spirit producers and importers across the country, notes that comparable products […]
