One of the biggest concerns for the sector is the new 25% tariff that the United States plans to impose on Canadian products, which is expected to have negative economic consequences. However, in an effort to support local breweries, the government has launched the “Pour Love Into Local” program, providing resources to encourage community engagement and boost local craft beer production.
Additionally, the government is continuing the 50% excise tax reduction, which was introduced on April 1, 2024, and has already provided significant relief to breweries. Under this measure, a craft brewery producing 5,000 hectoliters will save €9,500, while a 15,000-hectoliter brewery will save nearly €60,000 between April 1, 2024, and March 31, 2025. This tax reduction will remain in effect until March 31, 2026.
