Provinces agree to uncork cross-border personal booze sales by May 2026
Aim is to let consumers buy from out-of-province producers by next spring
The Health Impacts Of Alcohol Depend On What You Drink – And How Much
Low to moderate wine consumption shows lower risk compared with spirits, beer…
Webinar to examine how AI can transform the wine and spirits trade
On Tuesday 10 March, the drinks business will host a free webinar exploring how…
Santiago Marone Cinzano: ‘my generation wants wines that are ready to drink
Generation Z want wines that are ready to drink now, rather than waiting for…
Anthony Gismondi: A wild and windy Similkameen wine experience awaits
Experiential visits with real growers who are committed to the land and live on or…
Anthony Gismondi: Wineries pivoting from education to experiences to attract new guests
Wineries are increasingly designing activities to engage the next generations of…
Canadian MP moves to scrap law banning inter-province wine sales
An MP in Okanagan, Canada, has introduced a private member’s bill to amend the…
Winter Olympics are off and running … we have a wine for that
As we start cheering on our athletes participating in the 2026 Winter Olympics…
Trump Pressures Canada to End Boycott of US Liquor
But Most Canadians Want Government to Hold Firm
‘Why target wine?’: Wine importers call for province to scrap new tax
President of Cellar Maker Imports Reed White joins Alberta Primetime host Michael…
Wine and grape days to celebrate in 2026
How educators, enthusiasts, and curious drinkers can use these days to explore new…
U.S. Report Questions Integrity of Canadian Alcohol/Health Policy
Last week, the US federal government updated its dietary guidelines for Americans…
The Report You Haven't Seen Overshadows The New Alcohol Recommendations
The Wine Industry Dodged A Bullet of Bias and Unauthorized Deceit
Top 7 Wine Trends to Watch in 2026
Hey wine lovers (and wine-curious folks dipping your toes in), it’s Beverly Crandon…
Hollywood and wine: what the drinks trade can learn from cinema
As cinema attendance and wine consumption follow strikingly similar patterns,…
Is America’s political instability hurting the wine industry?
Mercurial politics have characterised the first year of the second Trump…
Ohio vineyard owner relied on toxic weed killer. Now facing Parkinson’s, he wants it banned
Dave Jilbert always wanted to be a farmer. He went to agricultural school,…
The Guide to What To Watch For In Wine in 2026
Certain economic, political and social indicators will tell the story of wine…
The 50 standout Canadian wines of 2025
Welcome to the fifth edition of VineRoutes’ 50 Standout Canadian Wines — our…
Niagara’s Hidden Bench: Just quietly making some of the finest wines in Canada
As one of the most important wine monopoles in Canada, Niagara’s Hidden Bench Estate…
Vasanti wines: limited but impressive
Five of the six wines from Vasanti Estate Winery, reviewed here, will not be released…
Ontario’s Top 20 Wineries of 2025
Celebrating excellence across Niagara, Prince Edward County, and Lake Erie…
Wine vs. grape juice – differences in composition and health effects
Grape juice and wine are made from the same fruit, the Vitis vinifera grape. However,…
Role of Med Diet and wine consumption in the prevention of chronic liver disease
This review examined the association between the Med Diet, its debated wine/alcohol…
The day after binge drinking – neuro-cognitive disruptions during hangover
Binge drinkingBinge drinking (consuming rapidly four or more alcoholic drinks over…
Short term health effects of de-alcoholised red wine
The authors of a recent study state that health benefits of red wine are…
Moderate wine drinkers with lower risk of ischemic stroke
Stroke is considered the second leading cause of death and the most common cause of…
Moderate wine consumption: beneficial effects on blood clotting markers in coronary heart disease
A Greek intervention study investigated the question whether moderate wine…
Mediterranean Diet can offset the genetic risk for dementia
New research suggests that following a Mediterranean-style diet may help offset…
EU draws a hard line on wine in global trade deals
The EU is striking a careful balance in trade negotiations, opening the door…
Reimagined drink menus to encourage informed choices: Éduc’alcool’s Alternalcool Grant returns
As the new year begins, Éduc’alcool reaffirms its mission to support Quebecers in…
Top 10 Reasons to Swipe Left on Dry January
The reasons to ignore “Dry January” and not participate are many. Here’s just 10…
As the holiday season approaches, Éduc’alcool launches its campaign: “Self-reflection is the first…
As we enter the most festive month of the year, Éduc’alcool is rolling out its campaign…
Wine + Health 2: Wine Additives, Why They're Used, and Wine and Health Research with Creina…
Why do winemakers add chemicals to wine? Are these additives dangerous? How do we…
Wine + Health 3: A Look Behind the Anti-Alcohol Movement with Christopher Snowdon
Who are the people behind the anti-alcohol movement? And why are there so many…
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