CAMRA Victoria

https://cheknews.ca/former-yates-street-taphouse-acquired-by-vancouver-bar-owners-with-long-term-plans-1305694/

Former Yates Street Taphouse acquired by Vancouver bar owners with long-term plans Three Vancouver-based partners are making their debut in Victoria’s bar and eatery scene this spring, when Glitch Arcade Bar is set to open at the former Yates Street Taphouse location.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/16SdTZKcib/

So, Brewdog are for sale. Most in the industry have been predicting their demise for some time now. Probably to be bought out by some behemoth brewery like Heineken or AbInBev.

They strayed from the path, and it was going to end this way for a long time now.

It’s pretty tragic. Mismanagement. Misdemeanours, and worse.

…but let’s not forget, back in the old days, they were pioneers, making the best craft beer and definitely the best imperial stouts in the country.

They also seeded the industry with some of the best and most innovative brewers and bar managers out there.

So, whilst we shouldn’t weep at their demise, we should spare a thought for all the excellent staff that are now in limbo, and all those that went before.

I’ll be opening a bottle of something from their back-catalogue tonight, and remembering the good times.

Rest in punks.

https://www.timescolonist.com/business/phillips-taking-over-esquimalts-lighthouse-brewing-11765437

Phillips taking over Esquimalt's Lighthouse Brewing The Victoria company announced on Tuesday that it’s taking over production of the brands of Esquimalt-based Lighthouse.

CAMRA Victoria Farewell Celebration Happening Tomorrow - https://mailchi.mp/d7388075fbf0/camra-victoria-farewell-celebration-happening-tomorrow

Greetings CAMRA Members & Craft Beer Enthusiasts:

Subject: CAMRA BC and CAMRA Victoria: A Fond Farewell After 35 Years

Dear Members and Friends,

After 35 incredible years of celebrating and advocating for craft beer in British Columbia, the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA BC) will be concluding its operations in January 2026.

This decision comes after thoughtful consideration. In recent years, we’ve seen a decline in attendance at meetings, advocacy engagement, and volunteer participation. While this marks the end of CAMRA BC as an organization, it also reflects the success of our mission: today’s craft beer consumer enjoys an extraordinary abundance of choice, quality, and innovation. The BC beer scene has grown beyond what we could have imagined — and we’re proud to have contributed to that evolution.

We want to extend our deepest thanks to:

Our members, for your enthusiasm and loyalty.
Volunteers, whose dedication kept our efforts alive.
Past executives, for your leadership and commitment.
Sponsors, for your generous support.
And to the brewers, pub owners, and craft beer professionals who welcomed us, collaborated with us, and helped shape the community we’ve all enjoyed.
While CAMRA BC is winding down, this doesn’t mean the spirit of craft beer advocacy is gone for good. We wouldn’t be surprised if something new — inspired by the same passion — emerges in the future. The love of great beer and community never truly fades. We will have more details on the wind down plan in the coming weeks.

With all that, we would like to raise a glass together one last time.

To all Past and Present CAMRA BC members who see this message, please join your CAMRA Victoria Executive on Sunday, December 14th, in the place where it all began:

Spinnakers Brewpub (upstairs) 308 Catherine St in Victoria, BC from 6pm – 9pm.

We’ll share a pint, have some bites and share the memories, and maybe a bit more.

As with everything, drink responsibly and plan for a safe ride home.

Thank you for being part of this remarkable journey. We raise a glass to the past, and to whatever may come next.

__________________________________________

With gratitude,

On behalf of the CAMRA BC and CAMRA Victoria Executive Team

Cayla Stiles-Clark
Stuart Knott

Cheers!🍻

CAMRA BC & CAMRA Victoria: A Fond Farewell After 35 Years - https://mailchi.mp/644d6c03344a/camra-bc-camra-victoria-a-fond-farewell-after-35-years

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/16PFwyAxap/

https://cheknews.ca/own-a-piece-of-wilderness-vancouver-islands-most-remote-pub-for-sale-1289626/

Own a piece of wilderness: Vancouver Island’s most remote pub for sale Vancouver Island's most remote pub may have pints soon be poured by a new owner as The Scarlet Ibis, the oceanfront pub in Holberg, is up for sale.

https://lincolnchronicle.org/rogue-brewery-abruptly-closes-its-newport-operations-friday-owes-hundreds-of-thousands-in-rent-and-taxes/

Rogue Ales abruptly closes its Newport operations and restaurants Friday; owes hundreds of thousands in rent and taxes • Lincoln Chronicle Rogue Ales abruptly closes its Newport operations and restaurants Friday; owes hundreds of thousands in rent and taxes

https://vancouversun.com/news/small-distillers-brewers-cashing-direct-sales-bcgeu-strike

Small distillers, brewers cashing in on direct sales during BCGEU strike B.C. craft brewers, distillers and wineries scramble to replace some products for bars and restaurants during the BCGEU strike.

FYI: There will be a celebration of life for Scottie McClellan on Saturday, October 25th at 1pm and the location is the St Stephen Anglican Church, 7921 St. Stephen's Road, Saanichton. Scottie was a long time CAMRA member and an avid 'beer traveler' with many articles contributed to the What's Brewing newsletter over the years.