Canadian Craft Beers

11/10/2025

North Vancouver brewery blocked from opening due to BCGEU strike

Dozens of recently hired taproom staff could be without jobs in a few weeks if the business can’t open

Ongoing job action in the province might be preventing a new North Vancouver taproom from welcoming their first thirsty customers.

The folks at Bridge Brewing have been in the final phases of getting their new location at 1123 West 15th St. ready to open. The Pemberton area brewery and lounge had been approved in principle, and all that remained was a final inspection.

But on Wednesday, they received an email from the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch that the government body is pausing licence applications and final inspections due to the B.C. General Employees’ Union job action.

On Friday, the six-week strike escalated, putting picket lines in front of BC Liquor and cannabis stores across the province and raising the number of participating union members to nearly 25,000.

09/10/2025

Rumours swirl about the future of the Brock Street Brewing Company

06/10/2025

Kelowna's best craft beer to be announced Sunday during Ogopogo Brewer’s Challenge

The best of craft beer in Kelowna, West Kelowna and Lake Country will be unveiled today at Rustic Reel.
The inaugural Ogopogo Brewer’s Challenge is an official Beer Judge Certification Program competition that offered commercial breweries and home brewers the chance to have their beers assessed by expert judges from across North America.
More than 50 local brews entered the competition, and the winners will be revealed at Rustic Reel Sunday at 3 p.m. The Ogopogo Brewer’s Challenge is a new event for Kelowna Beer Week, which runs from Oct. 4-12.

04/10/2025

Prost to tradition! 🍻

Our exclusive Dogtoberfest Hefeweizen is now pouring in Port Moody and Penticton. This draft-only release is brewed with premium German malts (including plenty of wheat for that soft, pillowy mouthfeel) and a classic yeast that brings out notes of banana, clove, and vanilla. A true taste of Oktoberfest, right here at Yellow Dog. 🇩🇪🐾

30/09/2025

The Best Craft Brewery in Kelowna as voted by you

Kelowna’s craft beer scene is thriving, with local breweries creating unique spaces where community and creativity come together.

Bronze: BNA Brewing Co. Kelowna
BNA Brewing Co. has become a staple in Kelowna for those who love great beer paired with an unforgettable atmosphere.

Silver: Barn Owl Brewing Company Kelowna
Barn Owl Brewing brings warmth and charm to the Kelowna craft beer community.

Gold: Red Bird Brewing
Taking home the gold is Red Bird Brewing, a spot that perfectly captures the energy and spirit of Kelowna’s craft beer scene.

Kelowna’s craft beer scene is thriving, with local breweries creating unique spaces where community and creativity come together.

17/09/2025

Fans of Farmhouse Brewing soon won't have to travel all the way to Chilliwack to visit their favourite
brewery. It broke the news on Instagram that it is planning to open a location in Abbotsford.

"Three years ago we asked our boys if we should build another
Farmhouse; 1 'aw heck yeah!' 2
'let's do this!' 3 'yeah, let's GO!'" shared the brewery.

"With an unanimous family decision, we began the process.

Having the first pour completed this morning...it's definitely well underway!"
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13/09/2025

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10/09/2025

OMG this Orange Creamsicle beer is so tasty

05/09/2025

Pretty Fruity IPA - Great Beer on a hot day!

03/09/2025

Big Juicy IPA