Welcome to News and Notes! In this edition, B.C. reigns supreme at Canada’s biggest craft beer competition; Bridge Brewing’s third location officially opens; FŌM Worldwide is back; an exciting rejuvenation of one of B.C.’s most iconic stouts; and more:
NEWS
B.C. Dominates the Canada Beer Cup
B.C. breweries swept the competition at the Canada Beer Cup in Quebec City this week, taking home an impressive 56 out of the 152 beer-specific awards, including gold in 18 of 51 categories. For the statistically inclined, that’s 36.8%—nearly twice as many as any other province…but, who’s counting? A hearty cheers to all of the winners!
You can read more here: https://bc.thegrowler.ca/awards/2025-canada-beer-cup/
And find all of the winners here: https://canadabeercup.com/2025-results/
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Second Bridge Brewing Location Opens in North Van
Congratulations to Bridge Brew Crew on opening a third location! Three years in the making, Bridge Brewing – Pemberton officially opened November 6th.
Serving up fresh pizza, bowls, and of course, delicious Bridge beer, the brewery and tasting room is located in a renovated industrial building at 1123 W15th in North Vancouver. Open from 11am-11pm daily, the space accommodates 100+ guests with a service area on the ground floor, outdoor veranda on the second floor mezzanine, and a small patio. Can’t wait to check it out!
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Fire at Dog Mountain
Shortly after 2am on October 22nd, crews were called to a fire at Port Alberni stalwart Dog Mountain Brewing. The main building was unharmed, however the adjoining building that housed their grain storage (2200kg of malt), office, coffee roasting area, and canned inventory was a complete loss. Thankfully, no one was harmed and the fire is not considered suspicious.
“We are keepin’ on keepin’ on, as we do in Port Alberni;” Dog Mountain told the Growler via Instagram. “We survived Covid, highway closures and now a fire, so all we ask is for people to keep drinking our beers and to ask their local stores to bring it in.”
Excitingly, Dog Mountain now distributes on the mainland as far as Coquitlam and Langley; plan accordingly!
EVENTS
FŌM Worldwide — October 31 – November 30, 2025
FŌM Worldwide is underway! Known predominantly as a Wold Acknowledged Lager Tour, they’ve expanded their horizons to include hoppier fares. Collabs and events that will leave you FŌMing at the mouth abound. Learn more: https://www.fomworldwide.com/
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Fresh Hoppapalooza — November 15, 2025
Fresh hops are the best hops! It’s a mantra around here. As part of FŌM Worldwide, The Drake Eatery will tap every fresh hop beer they can find starting at noon!
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Creek and Gully Cider Wassail — November 15, 2025
Join Creek & Gully Cider for its Annual Wassail Celebration, an outdoor evening of warmth, music, and community spirit inspired by old orchard traditions.
https://creekandgully.com/product/wassail-2025-ticket/
MIX PACK
Backhand of God: IN CANS!
It’s finally here! For the first time in 25 years, one of B.C.’s most iconic stouts is available in cans! Thanks to BNA Brewing, Crannog’s legendary brew will now reach more hands than ever.
The Okanagan is up first, but watch for further distribution soon!
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Slow Hand X Brassneck X FŌM Worldwide Pilsner
This super collab is one of many specially brewed for FŌM. This Pilsner is brewed with Fonio, an ancient grain from West Africa related to millet. Paired with Hallertau Blanc hops, the light, fruity, wine-like character of the Fonio is accentuated with the cassis and elderflower notes of the hops.
Crisp, quaffable, 5%. On tap and to go at Threefold.
