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Second time's the charm: Stratus Vineyards launches its 1st wine in re-used bottles

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Friday, April 19, 2024

This re-use initiative is the latest step in Stratus Vineyards' attentiveness to the environment.

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  • This re-use initiative is the latest step in Stratus Vineyards' attentiveness to the environment.
  • Using Stratus wine bottles collected from both consumers and the winery tasting room, Circulr conducted trials for label removal, sterilization and food safety.
  • These same bottles were returned to Stratus and now hold a new and distinctive wine which is ready for release on April 22 – Earth Day.
  • Unique and delicious, the wine captures Stratus' sustainable spirit from grape to glass.

MOLSON COORS ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP TRANSITION IN CANADA

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Chantalle Butler promoted to President, Molson Coors Canada, as Frederic Landtmeters chooses to leave the business in April

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  • Chantalle Butler promoted to President, Molson Coors Canada, as Frederic Landtmeters chooses to leave the business in April
    TORONTO, Feb. 27, 2024 /CNW/ - Molson Coors Beverage Company ("MCBC" or "Molson Coors") (NYSE: TAP) (NYSE: TAP.A) has promoted Chantalle Butler to the role of President of its Canada business, effective April 2, 2024.
  • Butler's promotion comes as Molson Coors' strategy is paying off – driving growth in all regions and all segments of Canada.
  • Butler will succeed longtime Molson Coors leader Frederic Landtmeters, who will leave Molson Coors in April to move closer to his family in Belgium.
  • Recognized for his exceptional leadership and his deep commitment to Molson Coors' values and culture, Landtmeters spearheaded significant successes during his time in Canada, driving substantial growth for core brands like Coors Light, the #1 light beer in Canada, and Molson, as well as the launch of successful innovations like Vizzy, Coors Seltzer, and Simply Spiked.

Beer Store Union Responds to Government Announcement

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

CAMPBELLVILLE, Ontario, Dec. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 12r24, the union representing Ontario’s Beer Store 6500 workers, responds to the Ontario Government’s announcement to not re-negotiate the Master Framework Agreement (MFA) and sell beer in gas stations and corner stores.

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  • CAMPBELLVILLE, Ontario, Dec. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 12r24, the union representing Ontario’s Beer Store 6500 workers, responds to the Ontario Government’s announcement to not re-negotiate the Master Framework Agreement (MFA) and sell beer in gas stations and corner stores.
  • The previous government, led by Liberal Premier Kathleen Wynne, signed onto the Master Framework Agreement with the Beer Store in 2015.
  • The Master Framework Agreement is the only contract of the sort that has ever existed between the Beer Store and the Government of Ontario.
  • The Beer Store is also the site of the Ontario Bottle Deposit Program (ODRP), a bottle deposit system created by the Government of Ontario in 2007 where all empty alcohol containers sold in Ontario’s LCBO’s and Beer Stores can be returned at Beer Store retail locations.

STEER Obtains Licence to Operate a Liquor Delivery Service in Ontario

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

STEER Technologies Inc. (“STEER” or the “Company”) (TSXV: STER), (OTCQX: STEEF), an integrated ESG technology platform, is pleased to announce that its subsidiary Food HWY Canada Inc. has been issued a licence to operate liquor delivery services by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (“AGCO”).

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  • STEER Technologies Inc. (“STEER” or the “Company”) (TSXV: STER), (OTCQX: STEEF), an integrated ESG technology platform, is pleased to announce that its subsidiary Food HWY Canada Inc. has been issued a licence to operate liquor delivery services by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (“AGCO”).
  • STEER’s customers are now able to place liquor orders with their favorite restaurants and vendors via the STEER mobile app.
  • One of the AGCO's primary goals is to promote responsible alcohol consumption while ensuring that businesses operate in compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
  • A Liquor Delivery Service Licence allows the licensee to deliver liquor purchased or obtained from the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (“LCBO”) or Brewers Retail Inc. (“The Beer Store”), any manufacturer’s on-site or off-site retail store or an eligible liquor licensed establishment to individuals for a fee.

Three new promotional packs from LandShark Canada will help you celebrate the new season

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Thursday, May 4, 2023

LandShark Canada is celebrating the warmer weather with three new promotional packs: Fin to Win Sweepstakes, Margaritaville Trip Giveaway and T-Shirt In Case

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  • LandShark Canada is celebrating the warmer weather with three new promotional packs: Fin to Win Sweepstakes, Margaritaville Trip Giveaway and T-Shirt In Case
    Put on your sunscreen and pop the lid off your LandShark!
  • LandShark Canada is celebrating the warmer weather with three new promotional packs: Fin to Win Sweepstakes, a Margaritaville Trip Giveaway and every Fin Fan's favourite – T-Shirt In Case.
  • In late May, specially marked 24x355ml bottle cases of LandShark Lager will contain 1 of 5 limited edition LandShark t-shirts.
  • So fins up to a great summer full of LandShark freebies – it doesn't get much better than that!

Launching Canada’s First-Ever Circular Economy Month

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Tuesday, October 4, 2022

TORONTO, Oct. 04, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Circular Innovation Council, one of Canadas leading environmental non-profit organizations dedicated to advancing the circular economy, today launches Circular Economy Month, Canadas first-ever public awareness month dedicated to educating and engaging Canadians on transitioning to a circular economy.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 04, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Circular Innovation Council, one of Canadas leading environmental non-profit organizations dedicated to advancing the circular economy, today launches Circular Economy Month, Canadas first-ever public awareness month dedicated to educating and engaging Canadians on transitioning to a circular economy.
  • Were looking forward to encouraging a larger conversation with Circular Economy Month, giving Canadians a better understanding of what a circular economy looks like, how it aligns with our values and addresses the environmental and social challenges of today, and most importantly how they can help accelerate its adoption.
  • The Beer Store is excited to partner with Circular Innovation Council on growing the Waste Reduction Week campaign into Circular Economy Month.
  • Kal Tire is proud to partner with Circular Innovation Council to educate Canadians on the circular economy by supporting Canadas first ever Circular Economy Month campaign this October.

Ontario earns C-plus grade on pandemic liquor policy report card

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Wednesday, July 27, 2022

TORONTO, ONTARIO, July 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The grades are in: For the fourth time since 2015, Restaurants Canada has given each province a report card on how industry-friendly their liquor policy landscape is for bars and restaurants.

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  • TORONTO, ONTARIO, July 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The grades are in: For the fourth time since 2015, Restaurants Canada has given each province a report card on how industry-friendly their liquor policy landscape is for bars and restaurants.
  • In this years Raise the Bar report, Ontarios grade improved from a C-minus to C-plus.
  • Unfortunately, the 10% discount does not apply to kegs of beer or cider, holding back Ontarios overall grade.
  • We look forward to working with the province to raise its grade even further by our next report.

Local brewery wins gold…again!

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022

OAKVILLE, Ontario, July 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- An Oakville brewery is taking the craft beer world by stormone IPA at a time.

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  • OAKVILLE, Ontario, July 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- An Oakville brewery is taking the craft beer world by stormone IPA at a time.
  • The brewery also took home a bronze medal for its Beste Bock, a traditional German-style beer.
  • Camerons Brewing is the only brick and mortar brewery in Oakville, making all of its beers on site with a combination of craft and chemistry.
  • Find Camerons on tap at your local bar or restaurant, and visit the Oakville-area brewery to try its award-winning brews.

UFCW Canada lifetime fundraising for Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada tops $49 million thanks to $1.86 million campaign in 2021-2022

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Friday, June 17, 2022

TORONTO, June 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Another year of pandemic restrictions presented unique challenges for UFCW Canadas fundraising efforts on behalf of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada (LLSC).

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  • TORONTO, June 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Another year of pandemic restrictions presented unique challenges for UFCW Canadas fundraising efforts on behalf of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada (LLSC).
  • Since adopting the LLSC as our charity of choice 37 years ago, UFCW has raised over $49 million in support of the Societys impactful work.
  • UFCW Canada is the country's most innovative organization dedicated to building fairness in workplaces and communities.
  • Since 1985, UFCW Canada members and Local Unions have also fundraised over $49 million in support of the life-changing work of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada.

Ontario's election is around the corner: Do you know who is rallying for restaurants?

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Thursday, May 26, 2022

The election is an important opportunity for the foodservice industry to seek out pandemic recovery support for the betterment of the industry as a whole.

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  • The election is an important opportunity for the foodservice industry to seek out pandemic recovery support for the betterment of the industry as a whole.
  • Each party has released its full platform, outlining each of the principal goals the parties stand behind.
  • Its incredibly important for Ontarians to do their own research when considering who to vote for.
  • Consult Restaurants Canadas Ontario election hub for details on how to vote, finding your electoral district and where to find each opposing partys platform.