Ontario District

The Beer Canada Industry Update presented by Luke Chapman at the MBAA Ontario District Conference provides a comprehensive overview of the Canadian brewing landscape as of January 31, 2019. It highlights key membership statistics, economic impacts, and regulatory changes affecting the industry, including proposed regulations for flavored purified alcoholic beverages and updates on Health Canada's alcohol agenda. The presentation also discusses the excise duty escalator, which has seen a nearly 6% increase since March 2017, and the growing number of breweries across Canada, indicating a vibrant but challenging market environment for brewers.