A Year in Review: Progress, Resilience, and Momentum for Canada’s Craft Brewers

As 2025 draws to a close, I am struck by the determination, adaptability, and unity that continue to define Canada’s craft brewing community. This year brought intense policy debates, shifting political landscapes, and economic pressures that tested our sector. Yet it also brought growth, collaboration, renewed advocacy strength, and a record-breaking Canada Beer Cup. Throughout […] The post A Year in Review: Progress, Resilience, and Momentum for Canada’s Craft Brewers first appeared on Canadian Craft Brewers Association .

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Excise Relief Signals Support for Independent Craft Brewers

April brings a welcome moment of relief for Canada’s independent craft brewing community. The federal government’s extension of the 50% excise duty reduction on the first 15,000 hL of beer brewed is a positive step forward for our sector. At a time when cost pressures remain high, this measure provides real, tangible relief. It keeps […] The post Excise Relief Signals Support for Independent Craft Brewers first appeared on Canadian Craft Brewers Association .

Stronger Together: Why the Independent Craft Seal Matters More Than Ever

As we continue our advocacy efforts in Ottawa to secure meaningful excise reform and an extension of the 50% excise rate reduction on the first 15,000 hL of beer brewed beyond the March 31, 2026 end date, we often speak about the importance of Canada’s nearly 1,200 independent craft breweries. The post Stronger Together: Why the Independent Craft Seal Matters More Than Ever first appeared on Canadian Craft Brewers Association .

Excise Tax Relief: Advocate for Reform—and Plan for What Comes Next

Canada’s independent craft brewers are at a critical moment. The CCBA has been actively advocating in Ottawa with regional caucus chairs, MPs from all parties, and the Minister of Finance to protect the 50% excise rate reduction on the first 15,000 hectolitres of beer introduced on April 1, 2024. The post Excise Tax Relief: Advocate for Reform—and Plan for What Comes Next first appeared on Canadian Craft Brewers Association .

A Year in Review: Progress, Resilience, and Momentum for Canada’s Craft Brewers

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Excise Relief Signals Support for Independent Craft Brewers

Stronger Together: Why the Independent Craft Seal Matters More Than Ever

Excise Tax Relief: Advocate for Reform—and Plan for What Comes Next