Presenting Sponsor

Since 1990, the BCWI has played a pivotal role in taking BC's wine industry from a vision to an internationally recognized niche region producing premium wines and providing exceptional wine tourism experiences. The BCWI represents all wineries in British Columbia to grow the premium market share for the Wines of British Columbia, while driving awareness of our world-class wines and tourism product - currently drawing 1,000,000 visitors with $600 million in tourism and tourism employment related economic impact every year.

Supporting Sponsor

Overfishing is the biggest threat our oceans face today. The Ocean Wise symbol next to a seafood item is the Vancouver Aquarium’s assurance of an ocean-friendly seafood choice. With over 680 Ocean Wise partners with thousands of locations across Canada, Ocean Wise makes it easy for consumers to make sustainable seafood choices that ensure the health of our oceans for generations to come. The Ocean Wise symbol on a seafood item means it’s ocean-friendly.

Canada’s #1 national newspaper. In print for 172 years, The Globe delivers lively, award-winning journalism and authoritative coverage of national, international, business, technology, arts, entertainment and lifestyle news. Canada’s most read national newspaper.

Calgary Sponsors

Experience the Urban Sophistication in Hyatt Regency Downtown Calgary. Located next to the Calgary TELUS Convention Center, Hyatt Regency Calgary offer easy access to many downtown attractions, including the theatre district, historic buildings, restaurants, pubs, galleries, and luxury shopping. Guests can enjoy dining at the award-winning Thomsons Restaurant, serving regional Canadian cuisine that is locally sourced, using seasonal ingredients.

Bernard Callebaut welcomes guests to Master Chocolat by Bernard and Sons; Chocolate creations that feature natural, organic & fair trade ingredients. A new exciting brand for artisanal, gourmet chocolate creations created by award winning chocolatier, Bernard Callebaut, Master Chocolat's exclusive chocolatier. Bernard is now creating new signature recipes at the Master Chocolat kitchen in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Discover organic, natural and fair trade infused award winning chocolates on the shelves of Save-On-Foods, Blush Lane Organic Market and Save-On-Foods.

The Calgary Downtown Association (CDA) is a Business Revitalization Zone established under Alberta’s Municipal Government Act and represents over 3,000 businesses in a 120 block area in the city centre. This area comprises over 50 million square feet of office, hotel, retail, restaurant, entertainment, attractions, cultural and government buildings.

Vancouver Sponsors

The BCHF provides financial support for individuals within the hospitality community coping with a financial crisis arising from a medical condition or injury, and awards scholarships to students enrolled in hospitality, culinary, sommelier and beverage programs within BC.

For more than 50 years, the Arts Club has been staging thought provoking productions that have entertained and inspired audiences. Performing year round, the Arts Club currently produces up to 16 plays per season and tours another three plays to communities throughout British Columbia. Many patrons have been attending since the Arts Club was a 250 seat theatre on Seymour Street. Now with an annual audience base of more than 275,000, and three vibrant and distinct theatres, the Arts Club has truly become the home for theatre in Vancouver. We envision a community that, through story-telling, is inspired to reflect on who we are and who we can be.

With the guidance of Clovis Harmegnie, an exceptionally passionate Belgian master chocolatier, Daniel grew up with deep appreciation for the art of making chocolates and developed high demand for the finest ingredients.  That is why he made a promise to himself and his customers over 25 years ago that Daniel’s confections would always be created without compromise, with zealous adherence to purity.

Victoria Sponsors

The BCHF provides financial support for individuals within the hospitality community coping with a financial crisis arising from a medical condition or injury, and awards scholarships to students enrolled in hospitality, culinary, sommelier and beverage programs within BC.

Discovery Coffee began with a love of coffee and has turned into a passionate exploration of what it takes to make only the best. Discovery Coffee hand selects green beans from farmers all over the world and roasts them in-house, at their freshest. Discovery Coffee is always finding ways to push the boundaries on what good coffee can offer, progressively educating staff, and in turn, customers. The journey for the perfect cup is never-ending.