SASKATCHEWAN — On Oct. 4, Canadians are invited to celebrate Canadian Beer Day, a day dedicated to Canadian beer and the people who brew, sell, deliver, serve, pour or simply enjoy it.
This year’s theme, Passion & Pride: The People Behind Canadian Beer shines a spotlight on the individuals essential to bringing the nation's favourite adult beverage from “grains-to-glass,” proclaims Beer Canada in a press release.
“It’s an occasion to thank everyone across our value chain, from the family farm to the maltsters, brewers, warehousers, truck drivers, retailers, bartenders and servers.
Some facts about Canadian Beer:
• The brewing industry is intensively local: last year, 88 per cent of all beer purchased and consumed in Canada was made here.
• The brewing industry contributes more than $13.6B to Canada’s GDP annually.
• Canadian beer supports 149,000 jobs in Canada. From restaurants and hospitality to tourism, agriculture and transportation, the beer sector plays a key role in the economy and the livelihoods of Canadians.
• There are currently 1,310 breweries operating in Canada, providing highly skilled and well-paid employment for the more than 21,000 Canadians directly employed by brewing companies.
Sharing a beer with friends is one of life’s affordable pleasures for many adults. Whether it’s gathering around a backyard barbecue, at a local pub, festival or entertainment event, a beer with friends reminds us of the power of connection.
Visit www.canadianbeer.ca for more information.
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