Alliance of Beverage Licensees (ABLE BC)

Alliance of Beverage Licensees (ABLE BC) A united voice, a strong impact. Fighting for BC's private liquor & cannabis industry since 1975.

Our latest Liquor Industry Update is out!Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s private liquor and hospitality indus...
08/21/2026

Our latest Liquor Industry Update is out!

Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s private liquor and hospitality industry:
🔗 Read it: link in bio

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Here are a few highlights from this week’s edition:
➡️ Message to ABLE BC Members from Hon. Lana Popham
➡️ Save the Date: ABLE BC Industry Reception on September 21
➡️ BC Wildfire Resources
➡️ : Support & Choose Summerland Wines
➡️ Policy Change: Raising SEP Maximum Drink Prices
➡️ BC Premier Announces Cabinet Changes
➡️ And more

Plus, inside every newsletter:
🌟 Member Spotlight: Pioneer’s Pub
🌿 Cannabis Corner: Oak Bay Opens Door to Legal Cannabis Retail
🧠 go2HR on Tap: Protecting Your Team When Air Quality Drops
🤝 Out and About with ABLE BC
📅 Upcoming events & webinars

A simple way to show your love for Summerland? Choose a Summerland wine. 🍷💛 We’re proud to join the Wine Growers BC. Win...
08/19/2026

A simple way to show your love for Summerland? Choose a Summerland wine. 🍷💛
 
We’re proud to join the Wine Growers BC. Wines of British Columbia BCRFA and Summerland’s Bottleneck Drive Association in encouraging restaurants, retailers and wine lovers across BC to get behind  .
 
A big thank you to ABLE BC members JAK's Beer Wine Spirits Marquis Wine Cellars The Train Station Pub Vessel Liquor Cascadia Liquor The 14th Avenue Pub haney hotel beer & wine store Sailor Hagar's Brew Pub and breweries Detonate Brewing Giants Head Brewing for already getting on board and featuring Summerland wines. Your support matters.

And this is bigger than one community. Summerland gives us a reason to celebrate BC wine, and we want that local pride to extend across the province.
 
Put BC wine on the list. Give it a place on the shelf. Pour it by the glass. Ask for it when you’re dining out. Share a bottle with friends. Every choice helps support the growers, winemakers and communities behind the wines we love.
 
And when you’re ready, come experience BC wine country for yourself. Fall is a beautiful time to explore the people, places and wines that make our province so special.
 
Show your love for Summerland. Celebrate BC wine. ❤️🍷

Our August Cannabis Industry Update is out! Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s cannabis retailers. 🔗 Read it now...
08/17/2026

Our August Cannabis Industry Update is out!

Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s cannabis retailers.
🔗 Read it now: link in bio

Want these updates delivered straight to your inbox?
📩 Subscribe today through the link in bio

Here are a few highlights from this month’s edition:
➡️ Message to ABLE BC Cannabis Members: Minister Lana Popham
➡️ Save the Date: ABLE BC Industry Reception on September 21
➡️ Membership Renewal Season is Here!
➡️ Recent Enforcements on Illicit Cannabis in BC
➡️ Oak Bay Opens Door to Legal Cannabis Retail
➡️ And more

Plus, inside every newsletter:
🌿 Member Spotlight: Earth’s Own Naturals
🧠 go2HR: July 2026 Labour Insights
🤝 Out and About with ABLE BC
📅 Upcoming events & webinars

Our latest Liquor Industry Update is out!Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s private liquor and hospitality indus...
08/10/2026

Our latest Liquor Industry Update is out!

Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s private liquor and hospitality industry:
🔗 Read it now: link bio
Want these updates delivered straight to your inbox?
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Here are a few highlights from this week’s edition:
➡️ Membership Renewal Season is Here
➡️ Reminder: Stay Inspection Ready
➡️ Thrive Advisor’s New Liquor & Cannabis Resources
➡️ Private Retailers Connecting with BC’s Food & Beverage
➡️ And more

Plus, inside every newsletter:
🌟 Member Spotlight: Blackfish Pub
🌿 Cannabis Corner: Federal Advocacy Group Suspends Operations
🧠 go2HR on Tap: June 2026 Labour Insights
🤝 Out and About with ABLE BC
📅 Upcoming events & webinars

🍂 The Fall 2026 issue of The Quarterly Pour is here!Our latest issue is packed with insights, ideas, and industry perspe...
08/10/2026

🍂 The Fall 2026 issue of The Quarterly Pour is here!

Our latest issue is packed with insights, ideas, and industry perspectives for BC’s liquor and hospitality community.

Inside this issue:
🍽️ What Your Kitchen is Telling You About Your Business
👥 The Stuff Nobody Tells You About Your New Hire
🍻 ABLE BC Member Feature: Brandt’s Creek Neighbourhood Pub
🥃 The Future Looks Bright for Non-Alc Spirits
🛒 Best Buying Practices in a Changing Market
📣 ABLE BC Executive Director’s Report
➕ And more!

Whether you’re looking for practical business advice, industry trends, or stories from fellow operators, there’s plenty to dig into.

📖 Read the Fall 2026 issue of The Quarterly Pour: link in bio.

The Quarterly Pour is the official publication of ABLE BC.

Join us on August 5 for a complimentary webinar designed exclusively for ABLE BC Cannabis Retail Members.🛡️ Cannabis Ret...
07/31/2026

Join us on August 5 for a complimentary webinar designed exclusively for ABLE BC Cannabis Retail Members.

🛡️ Cannabis Retail Insurance – The Need-to-Knows
📅 Wednesday, August 5
🕚 11:00–11:45 AM PT
💻 Online via Microsoft Teams

In this practical session, ABLE BC and Western Financial Group will cover:

✔️ Today’s cannabis insurance marketplace
✔️ The key coverages every retailer should consider
✔️ Why insuring to value matters
✔️ Tips for purchasing or renewing your policy with confidence
✔️ Live Q&A with insurance experts

You’ll also learn about the exclusive commercial insurance and employee benefits available to ABLE BC Cannabis Members through our partnership with Western Financial Group.

🎟️ This complimentary webinar is open to current ABLE BC Cannabis Retail Members. Register today through the link in bio to reserve your spot!

This week’s Liquor Industry Update is out!Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s private liquor and hospitality indu...
07/24/2026

This week’s Liquor Industry Update is out!

Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s private liquor and hospitality industry:
🔗 Read it now: link in bio

Want these updates delivered straight to your inbox?
📩 Subscribe today: link in bio

Here are a few highlights from this week’s edition:
➡️ LDB Wholesale Service Update for Hospitality Licensees
➡️ LRS Connecting with BC’s Food & Beverage Operators
➡️ Update on Direct to Consumer Alcohol Sales
➡️ Diageo Sells Bottling Plant in Ontario
➡️ WorkSafeBC Releases 2027 Insurance Rates
➡️ And more

Plus, inside every newsletter:
🌟 Member Spotlight: Marquis Wine Cellars
🌿 Cannabis Corner: Western Financial Group x ABLE BC Cannabis Session
🧠 go2HR on Tap: Mini Sessions to Help Beat Summer Burnout
🤝 Out and About with ABLE BC
📅 Upcoming events & webinars

This summer, we welcomed Nicole McLaughlin to the ABLE BC team as our new Community Ambassador! 🥳Originally from Norther...
07/17/2026

This summer, we welcomed Nicole McLaughlin to the ABLE BC team as our new Community Ambassador! 🥳

Originally from Northern Ireland by way of London, Nicole is passionate about connecting people and will be working to strengthen relationships with members across BC’s liquor and hospitality sector.

Come say hi in the comments! 👋

Questions about your membership? Reach Nicole at [email protected].

Our latest Liquor Industry Update is out!Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s private liquor and hospitality indus...
07/16/2026

Our latest Liquor Industry Update is out!

Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s private liquor and hospitality industry:
🔗 Read it now: link in bio

Want these updates delivered straight to your inbox?
📩 Subscribe today: link in bio

Here are a few highlights from this week’s edition:
➡️ Early Reminder: ABLE BC Membership Renewal
➡️ Temporary Patios Extended Through Summer
➡️ Vancouver Extends Granville Street Pedestrian Zone
➡️ ABLE BC x BCRFA: New Member Benefit for LRS
➡️ Accessing LDB Wholesale Price Reports
➡️ And more

Plus, inside every newsletter:
🌟 Member Spotlight: White Rock Liquor Store
🌿 Cannabis Corner: LCRB World Cup Public Education Materials
🧠 go2HR on Tap: Protect Pub & Bar Teams from Summer Heat Stress
🤝 Out and About with ABLE BC
📅 Upcoming events & webinars

Our July Cannabis Industry Update is out!Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s cannabis retailers.🔗 Read it now: li...
07/13/2026

Our July Cannabis Industry Update is out!

Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s cannabis retailers.
🔗 Read it now: link in bio

Want these updates delivered straight to your inbox?
📩 Subscribe today: link in bio

Here are a few highlights from this month’s edition:
➡️ Early Reminder: Cannabis Membership Renewal
➡️ Meet ABLE BC’s Community Ambassador
➡️ ABLE BC x LDB Cannabis Session Recap
➡️ ABLE BC x LCRB Cannabis Session Recap
➡️ District of North Vancouver: Extended Retail Hours Update
➡️ BC Launches Chronic Property Crime and Street Disorder
➡️ And more

Plus, inside every newsletter:
🌿 Member Spotlight: Mood Cannabis
🧠 go2HR: Keep Safety in the Conversation
🤝 Out and About with ABLE BC
📅 Upcoming events & webinars

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Wednesday 9am - 5pm
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