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As President of BC’s Alliance of Beverage Licensees, it gives me great pleasure to introduce ABLE BC’s 2020 Buyers’ Guide, featuring our list of preferred industry suppliers.
ABLE BC is the advocacy organization representing BC’s private liquor and cannabis retail industries. Our membership includes private liquor stores, pubs, bars, nightclubs, hotel liquor licensees, and various agents, industry suppliers, and benefit providers. In 2018, the Board elected to expand our membership
base to include BC’s licensed private retailers of legal, adult-use recreational cannabis.
The companies listed in our annual Buyers’ Guide are trusted leaders in our industry. They know exactly how to cater to your specific business needs. Whether you are looking for shelving, POS systems, employee benefits, or more, we strongly encourage you to consider using their products and services.
Our preferred suppliers are also Associate Members of the Alliance. Associate Members support the advocacy work we do and are clearly invested in our industry’s long-term success. Over the past year, ABLE BC has worked tirelessly to protect small liquor businesses, address business irritants, and enhance private sector business opportunities.
Preferred Pricing for ABLE BC Members
All ABLE BC members get exclusive access to our preferred suppliers’ special pricing and discounts, providing excellent value to our members. You can find more details throughout the Buyers’ Guide or by contacting suppliers directly.
Please visit our website (www.ABLEBC.ca) for a full list of our Members-Only Benefits Program or contact Danielle Leroux (Director of Membership and Communications) at 604-688-5560 or [email protected].
Not a Member? Join ABLE BC Today
ABLE BC is the only organization that fights for your interests. I hope you will consider joining the Alliance if you are not already a member. Our annual membership fee for liquor primaries and private liquor stores is $705. Each additional licence is $390. Our annual membership for associate members is $440.
How to join: visit www.ABLEBC.ca and sign-up online or contact Danielle Leroux at 604-688-5560 or [email protected].
Building a Thriving and Sustainable Private Liquor Industry in BC
Al McCreary
President, ABLE BC
ABLE BC works hard to build partnerships in our industry that help our members’ businesses grow and thrive.
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ACCOUNTANTS/AUDITORSBDO Canada LLPLWA ConsultingMatthews Campbell
ASSOCIATIONSAlliance of Beverage Licensees (ABLE BC)BC Craft Brewers GuildCanada’s National BrewersRestaurants Canada
BANKINGRBC Royal BankVI Banking ATM Secured Solutions
BEVERAGE - ALCOHOLAndrew Peller LimitedAppellation Wine MarketingArterra Wines Canada, Inc.Asahi CanadaAuthentic Wine & SpiritsBreakthru Beverage CanadaCanada Berries Enterprises Ltd.Canada’s National BrewersCorby Spirit and WineCraftwork Spirits & Beverages Ltd.Crush ImportsDavid Herman & Son Ltd.Diageo Canada Inc.Dirty Laundry VineyardLabatt Breweries of CanadaMark Anthony Wine & SpiritsMolson Coors CanadaNortham BeveragesOkanagan Crush Pad WineryPerseus WineryPeter Mielzynski Agencies (PMA) Canada Ltd.Quails’ Gate WinerySleeman Breweries Ltd.Terrabella Wineries LimitedThe Bacchus GroupThe Drinks Listthe hatchTrialto Wine Group Ltd.
BREWERYAsahi CanadaLabatt Breweries of CanadaMolson Coors CanadaSleeman Breweries Ltd.
BUSINESS LOANSCompany Capital
CABLE/SATELLITE PROGRAMMINGPremium Sports Broadcasting Inc.
CANNABIS PRODUCERSundial Growers
COPYRIGHT-PROTECTED MUSICSOCAN
DATA ANALYTICSLoop Insights, Inc.
DISTILLERYCraftwork Spirits & Beverages Ltd.
DISTRIBUTIONGordon Food Service
EMPLOYEE BENEFITSWestern Financial Group Insurance Solutions
FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIESGordon Food ServiceSysco Vancouver
companies by category
GAMINGBritish Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC)
GRAPHIC DESIGNBallistic Arts Media Studios Inc.Town Hall Brands
INDUSTRY EVENTSVancouver International Wine Festival
INSURANCE-COMMERCIALWestern Financial Group Insurance Solutions
LAW FIRMMcMillan LLP
LAW FIRMMJB Lawyers
LIQUOR LICENSING CONSULTANTDiligent Liquor ManagementRH Hospitality Solutions Inc.Rising Tide Consultants Ltd.
LOGISTIC SERVICESContainerWorld Group of Companies
MARKETING & SALESBallistic Arts Media Studios Inc.C-Pac of CanadaLoop Insights, Inc.The Drinks ListTown Hall Brands
POS & BANK MACHINE SUPPLIES/OFFICE SUPPLIESBarnetBWI Business World Inc.CLR Concepts - CLEAR POS King Business Services CorporationMills Office SuppliesProfitek POS SolutionsVI Banking ATM Secured Solutions
PUBLICATIONS/MEDIAEMC Publications
REBATE PROGRAMFoodbuy
SECURITY SYSTEMS/SERVICESARETE Training | Workplace Conflict SpecialistsDiligent Liquor ManagementSting Investigations Inc.TaliusTime Access Systems Inc.
SHELVING AND STORAGELions Port Products Inc.
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENTBarnet
WINE PRODUCTION, SALES & MARKETINGArterra Wines Canada, Inc.
WINERYAndrew Peller LimitedCanada Berries Enterprises Ltd.Dirty Laundry VineyardMark Anthony Wine & SpiritsOkanagan Crush Pad WineryPerseus WineryQuails’ Gate WineryTerrabella Wineries Limitedthe hatch
Publication for the Alliance of Beverage Licensees
2nd floor 948 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1N9T 604-688-5560 F 604-688-8560Toll free [email protected] www.ablebc.ca @ABLEBC
2019-2020 Board of Directors & ABLE BC Staff
President Al McCrearyPast President Poma DhaliwalVice President Al DeaconTreasurer and Director Trevor KaatzDirectors: Brady Beruschi, Michael Brown, Yvan Charette, Barry Zwueste Director-At-Large Lorne Folick, Gerald Proctor Executive Director Jeff GuignardDirector of Membership and Communications Danielle Leroux
The Publican Editorial Committee: Megan Carson, Yvan Charette, Trevor Kaatz, Dave Lindsay, Paul Rickett, Leah Stark,
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Alliance of Beverage Licensees (ABLE BC)200 - 948 Howe StreetVancouver, BC V6Z 1N9Jeff GuignardT 604-688-5560 F [email protected] for BC’s private liquor and cannabis retail industries
Andrew Peller Limited218 - 1750 W 7th AvenueVancouver, BC V6P 6G2Shauna JohnsonT 604-269-3155 F 604-264-6810shauna.johnson@andrewpeller.comwww.andrewpeller.comCanadian Winery & Wine Distribution
Appellation Wine Marketing315 - 55 Water StreetVancouver, BC V6B 1A1Jim WilliamsT 604-696-1499 [email protected] wine importer and distributor
ARETE Training | Workplace Conflict Specialists204 - 2323 Quebec StreetVancouver, BC V5Z 4S7Hugh PelmoreT 604-732-1799 F [email protected] & Violence Prevention
Arterra Wines Canada, Inc.1825 Boundary RoadVancouver, BC V5M 3Y7Colin BrodieT [email protected]
Asahi Canada256 Chemin Grande-Côte, Suite 201Rosemere, QC J7A 1J2Bob FierantT 450-419-8780 [email protected] of Asahi Brands in Canada
Authentic Wine & Spirits7432 Fraser Park DriveBurnaby, BC V5J 5B9Richard CarrasT 604-708-5022 x417 F 604-420-4699www.awsm.ca/westWestern Canada beverage alcohol importer
Ballistic Arts Media Studios Inc.110 - 250 Schoolhouse StreetCoquitlam, BC V3K 6V7Ted LauT [email protected] digital marketing agency
BC Craft Brewers Guild1771 Kilkenny RoadNorth Vancouver, BC V7J 1T8Ken BeattieT [email protected] over 150 BC Craft BreweriesLRS: Sign-up for a BC Ale Trail membership, leverage your marketing dollars, and partner with BC craft beer’s biggest tourism market-ing campaign
BDO Canada LLP600-925 West Georgia StreetVancouver, BC V6C 3L2Sunshine EscolarchuaT 604-688-5421 [email protected], accounting, tax & advisory services
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Barnet
200 – 7404 King George BlvdSurrey, BC V3W 1N6TF 1-800-717-5791 [email protected], Business Systems, Software DevelopmentComplimentary Liquor Price Guide
Complete out-of-the-box, customized and proprietary POS and Inventory Management Systems designed specifically for the unique needs of Liquor, Cannabis, and Tobacco businesses. Our desktop and cloud technology solutions offer real-time sales, purchasing and inventory data accessible via PC, laptop and iPad/iPhone. Integration with LDB, BDL, and other major suppliers. Your business, your terms!
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Breakthru Beverage Canada170 - 13151 Vanier PlaceRichmond, BC V6V 2J1Jay OsierT [email protected]/canadaBroker and Agent
British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC)2940 Virtual WayVancouver, BC V5M 0A6Craig JamesT 604-228-3139 [email protected] manages and conducts gambling in BC
C-Pac of Canada105 - 23000 Fraserwood WayRichmond, BC V6V 3C7Meagan SiddallT 604-322-9003 [email protected] retail distribution experts
Canada Berries Enterprises Ltd.12791 Blundell RoadRichmond, BC V6W 1B4T 604-303-0379 [email protected] paradigm of blueberry wine
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BWIBusiness World Inc.
#101-6375 202 StreetLangley, BC V2Y 1N1Kim BartonT 604-532-0500 F 604-532-0567kim@bwibusinessworld.comwww.bwibusinessworld.comShelf labels, LRS, POS suppliesAdditional 5% off most products (some restrictions apply); free delivery (most areas)
For over 25 years BWI has been ABLE BC’S preferred supplier. Products include: Reusable, Recycled & Biodegradable Bags/Boxes, POS/Debit/ATM Rolls; Liquor & Gift Bags; Custom Labels & Shelving; Signage; Starbursts; Promo Tags/Flags and More! Personal service, wholesale pricing and free delivery–all from a local BC company. Visit our website to see our selection.
Canada’s National Brewers5900 Explorer DriveMississauga, ON L4W 5L2Rachel MorierT 905-361-3889 [email protected] association of the brewing industry
Company Capital301 - 1640 Oak Bay AvenueVictoria, BC V8R 1B2Bruce MarshallT 250-595-2346 [email protected] business loansPreferred interest rates
ContainerWorld Group of Companies16133 Blundell RoadRichmond, BC V6W 0A3Geoff BarlowT 604-276-1308 F [email protected] and distribution services
Corby Spirit and Wine2168 - 13353 Commerce PkyRichmond, BC V6V 3A1Katie McBrideT 604-276-8121 [email protected] and spirit agency
Craftwork Spirits & Beverages Ltd.4907 21A St SWCalgary, AB T2T 5C2Jarka WintersT [email protected]
Crush ImportsBox 314, 101 - 1001 West BroadwayVancouver, BC V6H 4E4Dave HendersonT 604-366-1835 [email protected] wines + spirits at every price
David Herman & Son Ltd.1526 West 6th AvenueVancouver, BC V6J 1R2David HermanT 604-737-0018 [email protected] & sells quality wines & spirits
McMillan LLP1500 - 1055 W Georgia StVancouver, BC V6E 4N7Shea CoulsonT [email protected] firm
Diageo Canada Inc.170 - 13151 Vanier PlaceRichmond, BC V6V 2J1Jeff NickT [email protected] leader in beverage alcohol
Diligent Liquor Management1550 Earle PlaceVictoria, BC V8S 1N2Jay BlackwellT [email protected]
Dirty Laundry Vineyard7311 Fiske StreetSummerland, BC V0H 1Z2Paul SawlerT 250-494-8815 F [email protected] winery based in Summerland
CLR Concepts
10 - 15243 91 AveSurrey, BC V3R 9K2Dixie RoseOffice: 604-585-2921Service: 866-623-0120 [email protected] designed specifically for Hospitality, Li-quor, and Cannabis Retail. Our POS is designed to do everything for these specific industries: Offering full end-to-end functionality for all aspects of Liquor & Cannabis Retailing, plus a complete feature set for full service restaurants & pubs.
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Foodbuy2353-13353 Commerce PkyRichmond, BC V6V 3A1Martin BrochuT 778-855-1231 [email protected] program for foodservice industryDiscounts via rebates for ABLE BC members
Gordon Food Service1700 Cliveden AvenueDelta, BC V3M 6T2Richelle AkimowT 604-529-0786 [email protected] of food and supplies
Labatt Breweries of Canada402 - 1148 Homer StreetVancouver, BC V6B 2X6Mike GroffT 604-787-0098 [email protected]
Loop Insights, Inc.541 Howe Street, Second FloorVancouver, BC V6C 2C21-877-754-5336hello@loopinsights.aiwww.loopinsights.aiUnparalleled insights and consumer access
EMCPublications
19073 63 AvenueSurrey, BC V3S 8G7Joyce HayneT 604-574-4577 TF 1-800-667-0955 [email protected] publications that inform and inspire10% discount on ads in The Quarterly Pour
As the publisher of The Quarterly Pour, Cannabis Retailer, and InnFocus trade magazines as well as the associations’ Buyers’ Guides, we provide owners and managers in the hospitality industry with trusted, leading edge editorial targeted to provincial markets. See archives of our publications online at www.emcmarketing.com.
PUBLICATIONS LWA Tax
Suite 204 - 10252 City ParkwaySurrey, BC V3T 4C2Derik WenmanT 604-584-3566 F [email protected] and GST Audit Appeals and Refunds
We help organizations who have been audited by the government for taxes. Not only do we reduce assessments, often we are able to find additional areas of recovery. With more than 35 years of experience in GST, PST, Liquor Tax and Excise Tax, we can help you.
King Business Services Corporation
1130 - 21331 Gordon WayRichmond, BC V6W 1J7Tim SheinT 604-214-2700 x 103 F [email protected] design, hardware, software & support
King Corp, we are more than just a POS com-pany, providing equipment and software for over 50 years! We offer complete onsite POS consultation, installation and training any-where. King Corp’s solutions are proven to be reliable, easy-to-use and affordable. We have you covered! Ask us about Digital Signage too!
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Mark Anthony Wine & Spirits500 - 877 Great Northern WayVancouver, BC V5T 4T5Tony DongT 604-264-4043 [email protected] of premium wine and spiritsPreferred pricing for ABLE BC members
Matthews Campbell101 - 4180 Lougheed HwyBurnaby, BC V5C 6A7Robert P. Matthews, C.A.T 604-292-1240 F 604-294-9816rpmatthews@matthewscampbell.bc.cawww.matthewscampbell.comChartered Professional Accountants
Lions PortProducts Inc.
24 - 18812 96 AvenueSurrey, BC V4N 3R1Clifford WeerpassT 604-888-1864 F 604-888-1865clifford@lionsportproducts.comwww.lionsportproducts.comPoint of purchase merchandisers & display products
Lions Port Products is the leading manufacturer and supplier of light metal displays and wire products. By “Creating your Vision” we offer Consulting, Store Design, Liquor Racks, EZ Rect Warehouse Racking, Cooler Doors and Racks. We also supply store Accessories, Carts, Baskets, Signs & Holders for your LRS.
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Mills Office Supplies1111 Clarke DriveVancouver, BC V5L 3K5Ali AbellT 778-875-8604 [email protected] office productivity dealerABLE BC members get competitive, pre-ferred pricing and personalized service
buyers’ guideMolson Coors Canada100 - 906 1 Avenue NECalgary, AB T2E 0C5Anthony PurchaseT 403-233-1732 [email protected] brewery for more than 350 years
Northam Beverages1420 East GeorgiaVancouver, BC V5L 2A8Mike CarpenterT 604-731-2900 [email protected] craft beer, cider & beverage company
Okanagan Crush Pad Winery16576 Fosbery RoadSummerland, BC V0H 1Z6Jessie DarbysonT 604-904-9792 [email protected] of Haywire & Narrative wines
Perseus Winery134 Lower Bench RoadPenticton, BC V2A 1A8Rob IngramT 250-490-8829 [email protected] winery and vineyards
Peter Mielzynski Agencies (PMA) Canada Ltd.1310 Kootenay StreetVancouver, BC V5K 4R1Sean GregoryT 604-299-8979 [email protected] of fine wines & spirits
Premium Sports Broadcasting Inc.650 Columbia StreetNew Westminster, BC V3M 1A9Rod KearyT 604-472-1122 x201 F [email protected] programming: UFC, NHL Centre Ice
Profitek POS Solutions108 - 2688 Shell RoadRichmond, BC V6X 4E1Fraser BrooksT 604-248-2348 [email protected] systems for pubs & liquor stores
Quails’ Gate Winery3303 Boucherie Rd.West Kelowna, BC V1Z 2H3Braden KingT 250-769-4451 [email protected]
MJB Lawyers
700 - 275 Lansdowne StKamloops, BC V2C 6H6Dennis CoatesT 250-374-3161 F 250-374-6992TF [email protected] full range of legal services
Dennis Coates, Q.C., [email protected], T 250-319-4808Barry Carter [email protected], T 604-682-6299Jessica Fisher [email protected] T 250-372-4969We offer a full range of legal services, including applications for cannabis and liquor licences, hear-ings and appeals, corporate & commercial law, and litigation. Offices in Kamloops and Vancouver.
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Rising Tide Consultants Ltd.1620 - 1130 W Pender StreetVancouver, BC V6E 4A4Bert HickT 604-669-2928 F 604-669-2920info@risingtideconsultants.cawww.risingtideconsultants.caCanada’s #1 Liquor License Consultants
Sleeman Breweries Ltd.1455 Cliveden AveDelta, BC V3M 6Z9Todd RobinsonT 604-523-2537 F 604-777-2363Todd.Robinson@sleemanbreweries.cawww.sleeman.caSleeman, Okanagan Spring, Sapporo
SOCAN41 Valleybrook DriveToronto, ON M3B 2S6Jason AbdoolT 905-367-7668 F [email protected] of composers, authors & music publishers
Sundial Growers200 - 919 11th Ave SWCalgary, AB T2R 1P3Gerald ProctorTF 1-844-249-6746 [email protected] cannabis producer
RHHospitality Solutions
21639 90A AvenueLangley, BC V1M 4C8Rebecca HardinT 604-314-0176 [email protected] Industry Licensing & Advisory ServicesTake the hassle out of Liquor & Cannabis Licensing. Buying, selling, retail set up, or expansion. Let us take care of it, so you can get back to your business. Connect today for a free consult to learn how we can take the pain out of your licensing.
RBC Royal BankSuite 200 - 626 Sixth AvenueNew Westminster, BC V3M 6Z2Rahim KurjiT [email protected] services for the hospitality industry
Restaurants CanadaPO Box 28004, 499 Granville StVancouver, BC V6C 3T7Mark von SchellwitzT 604-685-9655mvonschellwitz@restaurantscanada.orgwww.restaurantscanada.orgAssociation
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StingInvestigations Inc.
472 - 604 Columbia StreetNew Westminster, BC V3M 1A5Charlena RadicF 604-608-3377 TF 1-877-717-8464info@stinginvestigations.cawww.stinginvestigations.caInvestigations, mystery shops, training
STING is a leader in providing Investigations, Consulting, and Training for the Hospitality Industry. We offer innovative solutions that will reduce your losses and liability while increasing profitability. Our services include Mystery Shopping and Compliance Checks via our Online Reporting Portal, Screening, Internal Investigations, Policy & Procedural Development, and Security Training (BST).
ABLE BC is the voice of BC’s private liquor industry
www.ABLEBC.ca | @ABLEBC | 604.688.5560
We advocate for our members and work with government to build a thriving & responsible liquor industry.
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Talius5501 - 36th Avenue SESalmon Arm, BC V1E 4S1Kelly CahillT [email protected] & habitat screens
the hatch3225 Boucherie RoadWest Kelowna, BC V1Z 2G9Andrew MelvilleT [email protected] terrific winery
Time Access Systems Inc.501 - 20170 Stewart CrMaple Ridge, BC V2X 0T4James AlbaneseT [email protected] prevention system & supplies10% discount on select products
Town Hall Brands317 - 237 East 4th AveVancouver, BC V5T 4R4Leeann FroeseT 604-321-3295leeann@townhallbrands.comwww.townhallbrands.comBranding | Design | Marketing | Events
Terrabella Wineries Limited134 Lower Bench RoadPenticton, BC V2A 1A8Rob IngramT [email protected]
The Bacchus Group1120 - 13560 Maycrest WayRichmond, BC V6V 2W9Alex BakkerT [email protected] & spirits, wholesaler & importer
The Drinks List300 - 3665 KingswayVancouver, BC V5R 5W2Tim WispinskiT 604-630-3076 F 1-800-613-2164info@thedrinkslist.cawww.thedrinkslist.caWholesaler of wine, beer, spirits, & more
SyscoVancouver
1346 Kingsway AvenuePort Coquitlam, BC V3C 6G4Michael AudetT 604-944-4410 F [email protected] line distributor
Sysco Vancouver is the leader in selling, marketing and distributing food products to pubs, restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments and other customers who prepare meals away from home. We invite you get in touch with us and find out why ‘Good things come from Sysco’.
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Trialto Wine Group Ltd.300 - 1260 Hamilton StreetVancouver, BC V6B 2S8Esther LeeT 778-331-8991 [email protected] wine agency
Vancouver International Wine Festival202 - 162 West 1st AveVancouver, BC V5Y 0H6Tina ForsterT 604-872-6623 F [email protected]’s Premier Wine Show
VI Banking ATM Secured Solutions402 - 800 Kelly RoadVictoria, BC V9B 6J9Jeff StewartT 250-947-5856 [email protected] & international card processingPre-negotiated day-to-day agreements & paying on all cards processed
Western Financial Group Insurance Solutions
201 - 600 Empress StreetWinnipeg, MB R3G 0R5Thom ProchT 800-665-8990x6625 F 204-956-2404thom.proch@westernfgis.cawww.westernfgis.caSpecialists in hospitality insurance
Western Financial Group Insurance Solutions is proud to be the endorsed provider of “Pro-tected Self-Insurance” Property and Liability Insurance programs, and Employee Benefits Programs for Alliance of Beverage Licensees (ABLE) members. Schedule a call today with our advisors to review your coverage or visit www.hipinsurance.ca for more information.
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JANUARY
January 16-19Victoria Whisky Festival Victoriawww.victoriawhiskyfestival.com
January 20ABLE BC Post-Holiday Industry ReceptionVancouverwww.ablebc.ca
January 31- February 1Whiskey GlobalVancouverwww.thewhiskyglobal.com
FEBRUARY
February 2-6Walk, Dine & Wine TourBig White Ski Resort, Kelownawww.bigwhite.com/events-activities/events-calendar/village-walk-dine-and-wine-1
February 4IVSA New Product SalonVictoriawww.ivsa.ca
February 8Fraser Valley Wine FestivalChilliwackwww.eventbrite.ca/e/11th-annual-valley-wine-festival-tickets-81096813753
February 12ABLE BC Member MeetingMaple Ridgewww.ablebc.ca
February 20Parksville Untapped Vancouver Islandwww.parksvilleuncorked.com
February 21Swirl Wine & Food TastingVancouver Islandwww.parksvilleuncorked.com
February 22-March 1Vancouver International Wine FestivalVancouverwww.vanwinefest.ca
MARCH
March 4ABLE BC Member MeetingAbbotsfordwww.ablebc.ca
March 4-6TIABC BC Tourism Industry Conference 2020Victoriawww.tiabc.ca/bc-tourism-industry-conference-2020/
April 24ABLE BC Member MeetingVictoriawww.ablebc.ca
April 27ABLE BC Member MeetingTofinowww.ablebc.ca
April 28ABLE BC Member MeetingNaniamowww.ablebc.ca
April 29ABLE BC Member MeetingCampbell Riverwww.ablebc.ca
April 29BC Hospitality Foundation DISHVancouverbchospitalityfoundation.com/bchf-events/dish-and-dazzle/dish-2019/ April 30ABLE BC Member MeetingPort Hardywww.ablebc.ca
MAY
May 1 ABLE BC Member MeetingCourtney/Comoxwww.ablebc.ca
May 2Spring WestJet Wine TastingsKelownawww.thewinefestivals.com/events/view_event/1911/
May 2-9Annual Kamloops Wine FestivalKamloopsbcsbestlivemusic.ca/events/kamloops-wine-festival-2020-tbc
May 16Art of Wine FestivalChilliwackwww.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca/event/art-of-wine-festival/#.XinvUGhKhPY
May 11 ABLE BC Member MeetingPrince Georgewww.ablebc.ca
May 12 ABLE BC Member MeetingSmitherswww.ablebc.ca
May 13 ABLE BC Member MeetingKitimatwww.ablebc.ca
March 5-8Sun Peaks Wine & Food FestivalSun Peaks Resort, Sun Peakswww.sunpeaksresort.com/sun-peaks-wine-food-festival
March 6-14Victoria Beer WeekVictoriawww.victoriabeerweek.com
March 7Coquitlam Craft Beer FestivalWestwood Plateau, Coquitlamwww.coquitlambeerfestival.com
March 10IVSA New Product SalonVancouverwww.ivsa.ca
March 14Duncan Daybreak Rotary Whisky FestivalDuncanwww.cvwhiskyfest.ca
March TBAIVSA New Product SalonVictoriawww.ivsa.ca
APRIL
April 4BC Distilled TastingVancouverwww.bcdistilled.ca
April 4Winterland Wine, Cider & Spirits TastingSilver Star www.skisilverstar.com/no-site-section/wine-craft-festivals
April 6-7BC Hospitality SummitKelownawww.bchospitalitysummit.com
April 9Chef Meets BC GrapeVancouverwinebc.com/wine-bc-events/chef-meets-bc-grape/
April 16Chef Meets BC GrapeVictoriawinebc.com/wine-bc-events/chef-meets-bc-grape/
April 17-18Harrison Uncorked Wine FestivalHarrison Hot Springswww.tourismharrison.com/harrison_uncorked
April 17-18Okanagan Fest-of-AlePentictonwww.fest-of-ale.bc.ca
calendar of events
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2020May 14 ABLE BC Member MeetingPrince Rupertwww.ablebc.ca
May 24BC Cider FestivalNorth Vancouverbcciderfest.ca/
May 29 - June 7Vancouver Craft Beer WeekVancouverwww.vancouvercraftbeerweek.com
May TBAIVSA New Product SalonVancouverwww.ivsa.ca JUNE
June 1ABLE BC Member MeetingOsoyooswww.ablebc.ca
June 1Chef Meets BC Grape OkanaganOkanagan Fallswww.art-bc.com/events/kelowna/festivals-1/chef-meets-grape/
June 2ABLE BC Member MeetingNelsonwww.ablebc.ca
June 3ABLE BC Member MeetingCranbrookwww.ablebc.ca
June 4ABLE BC Member MeetingFerniewww.ablebc.ca
June 5ABLE BC Member MeetingInvermere and Goldenwww.ablebc.ca
June 8ABLE BC Member MeetingRevelstokewww.ablebc.ca
June 9ABLE BC Member MeetingVernonwww.ablebc.ca
June 10ABLE BC Member MeetingKamloopswww.ablebc.ca
June 11ABLE BC Member MeetingKelownawww.ablebc.ca
June 12ABLE BC Member MeetingPentictonwww.ablebc.ca
June 12-14East Kootenay Beer FestivalFairmont Hot Springswww.fairmonthotsprings.com/events-and-festivals/beerfest/
June 19BC Hospitality Foundation Secret SipsTBAbchospitalityfoundation.com/event/secret-sips/
June 23-24Top Drop VancouverVancouverwww.topdrop.ca JULY
July 12-17International Cool Climate Wine SymposiumPentictoniccws2020.ca/
TBABC Hospitality Foundation Golf TournamentVancouverwww.bchospitalityfoundation.com
AUGUST
August 8Mile High Wine, Cider & Spirits TastingVernonbcwinefestival.com/events/mile-high-2020/
TBAGaliano Wine & Beer FestivalGaliano Islandwww.galianowinefestival.com
TBABC Hospitality Foundation Golf TournamentVictoriawww.bchospitalityfoundation.com
SEPTEMBER
September 14-20Whistler Village Beer FestivalWhistlergibbonswhistler.com/festivals-events/whistler-village-beer-festival/
September 17-19Victoria International Wine FestivalVictoriavicwf.com/
TBAIVSA New Product SalonVancouverwww.ivsa.ca
TBAGreat Canadian Beer FestivalVictoriawww.gcbf.com
OCTOBER
October 25-26Harrison Beer Festival OktoberfestHarrison Hot Springswww.harrisonbeerfest.com/buy_tickets
TBABC Liquor ConferenceVancouverwww.bcliquorconference.com TBAIVSA New Product SalonVancouverwww.ivsa.ca
NOVEMBER
November 12-22Cornucopia WhistlerWhistlerwhistlercornucopia.com
TBASnowflake Wine FestivalRevelstokewww.revelstokeskiclub.ca/tag/snowflake-festival/
TBAVancouver Hopscotch Festival of Whisky, Beer & SpiritsVancouverwww.hopscotchfestival.com/vancouver DECEMBER
TBABig Reds at Big WhiteBig White Ski Resort, Kelownawww.bigwhite.com/big-reds-big-white
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Blain Lawson - General Manager & CEOCindy Dahlke -Executive Administrative AssistantRoger Bissoondatt - Chief Financial OfficerTBA - Executive Director, Wholesale Operations Mandy Smith - Executive Administrative Assistant Sairose Fisher - Director, Wholesale Supply ChainAmitabh Biswal – Senior Manager, Wholesale Supply Chain Kate MacDougall – Senior Manager, Wholesale Customer Centre
BC Liquor Distribution Branch3383 Gilmore Way, Burnaby, BC. V5G 4S1604-252-7400 ~ www.bcldb.com
Wholesale website: https://wholesale.bcldb.com/
Email: [email protected]
Liquor and Cannabis Regulation BranchMailing Address: PO Box 9292 Station Prov Govt, Victoria, BC V8W 9J8Office Address: 400-645 Tyee Road, Victoria BC V9A 6X5Office: 250-952-5787 Tf in BC: 1-866-209-2111 F: 250-952-7066 Website: www.gov.bc.ca/cannabisregulationandlicensing www.gov.bc.ca/liquorregulationandlicensingMedia Line: 778-678-1572
Non-Medical Cannabis Policy Questions Email: [email protected]
Liquor Policy Questions Email: [email protected]
Client Support Team- The Client Support Team provides direct support for liquor and cannabis licences and applications. The team also answers general inquires and assists with concerns or issues related to licence renewals or changes. This support is provided in real time over the phone as well as using the appropriate email (below) in a timely [email protected] [email protected]
Hon. David Eby Attorney GeneralMary Sue Maloughney Assistant Deputy Minister and General ManagerJillian Rousselle Executive Director, Program and Strategic ServicesDugald Smith Deputy General Manager, Licensing Joshua Huska Provincial Director, Licensing OperationsJanie Mai Manager, LicensingJessica Sharpe Manager, LicensingAllan Lingwood Local Government Liaison, LicensingRaymond Tetzel Deputy General Manager, Compliance and EnforcementRupi Gill Provincial Director, Compliance and Enforcement OperationsStephen Hitchcock Regional Manager, Compliance and Enforcement, Vancouver Island McKenzie Castle Regional Manager, Compliance and Enforcement, Surrey/Fraser ValleyKurt Lozinski Regional Manager, Compliance and Enforcement, Interior/Northern RegionPeter Mior Regional Manager, Compliance and Enforcement, Vancouver and Greater VancouverBrenda Lennox Director, Policy and Legislation Kari Little Manager, Cannabis PolicyVince Cournoyer Manager, Liquor Policy
