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A festival the size and scope of the Vancouver International Wine Festival would not be possible without the support of our partners in the alcohol beverage and hospitality industries. We are grateful for their ongoing participation in the festival and commitment to our community.
British Columbia Liquor Distribution Branch, Wholesale Division (BCLDB)
For the festival, the BC Liquor Distribution Branch's Wholesale Operations team manages product registrations, creates purchase orders and prices the wine for sale. They also ensure the wine is sorted and delivered directly to each venue and the on-site retail store.
BCLIQUOR (BCLS)
All the wines poured at the International Festival Tastings are available at an onsite BCLIQUOR store, which offers free bottle check and delivery to your closest BCLS store. And the BCLS makes sure patrons Get Home Safe by offering free transit tickets at each Tasting Room session. The summer edition of Taste Magazine is online now and in stores.
Import Vintners and Spirits Association (IVSA)
The Import Vintners and Spirits Association represents the local wine agencies who import wine, beer and spirits for British Columbians. Members of the IVSA represent the majority of wineries participating in the festival, making it possible for our visiting vine stars to share their wines with you.
Canadian Association of Professional Sommeliers (CAPS)
We are thrilled to partner with the BC Chapter of CAPS on the Sommelier of the Year Award, recognizing the Best Sommelier in British Columbia, as determined through a comprehensive hands-on competition. This year's winner, Ian Casterton of Andrew Peller Limited, received $2,000 USD in Delta Air Lines vouchers.
BC Hospitality Foundation (BCHF)
The BC Hospitality Foundation provides support for individuals within the hospitality community who are coping with a financial crisis arising from a health or medical condition. It also supports the industry's next generation by providing scholarships to students enrolled in hospitality, culinary and wine programs in BC. If you're in the hospitality industry and require medical or education assistance, you can apply for support here.
Restaurant Community
The festival partners with Metro Vancouver restaurants on winery dinners - spectacular evenings of food & wine that pair top chefs with top vintners. VIWF also celebrates the restaurant community through the Wine Program Excellence Awards, which recognizes restaurants with an original and creative wine program. Bookmark the 2024 winners for a portal to the best wine lists in BC and Alberta.
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