As American wine, beer and spirits remain absent from LCBO shelves, the company has expanded its offering of Ontario craft wines and plans to continue doing so amid growing popularity for local brands over the past year.
The Chamber of Commerce will dole out awards to the winners in eight different categories, including the Lord Mayor’s Award of Excellence for Citizen of the Year, at an awards dinner on May 20.
Blue skies brought a smoother opening weekend at TASC Tulip Farm than last year, but a storm is building as the town says the festival is operating in violation of its bylaws.
From entrepreneurs to community leaders, Niagara-on-the-Lake residents are being invited to put forward nominations for the town’s annual Business Achievement Awards. This year's gala is set for May 20.
One of the co-founders of Little Hearts Market acknowledged that the buy-local surge since COVID has fluctuated with inflation, but believes customers still make the effort when they can.
An International Women’s Day tasting at Inniskillin’s Niagara-on-the-Lake winery put women in the spotlight Sunday, pairing a guided wine experience with conversations about the many roles women play across the winemaking industry.
On Valentine's Day at Ravine Vineyard, reserved tasting slots kept staff busy through Valentine’s Day as a multi-weekend wine, chocolate and cheese passport began across Niagara wine country.
For some residents of Niagara-on-the-Lake, U.S. tariffs have become a part of daily life, though some are finding ways to adapt. Paul Mace, who owns Luxyclad in St. Catharines, says in spite of the tariffs making everything unpredictable, the business has managed to thrive.
The Garrison Village market wrapped up its summer season Saturday, marking its final day in the small parking lot it's occupied for several years before it relocates to a new, larger home next year — in front of the future Clayfield Hotel.
"By understanding how income on different investments gets taxed, you can enhance your after-tax yields by holding the more tax-advantaged investments outside of your RRSP and tax-free savings account," writes Steve McGuinness.
"Residents living on our once quiet town streets, in homes neighbouring unhosted short-term rental sites, complain about irresponsible renting to unruly groups," writes Steve McGuinness.
With U.S. tariffs looming, the Irish Harp Pub turned its patio into a celebration of all-Canadian breweries and cross-border camaraderie during its third-annual Craft Beer Fest on Saturday.
Located at 207 Victoria St. in Old Town, the restaurant’s menu is built around loaded baked potatoes, with touches of Turkish flavour inspired by its owner's roots.
"U.S. President Donald Trump, with his focus on trade and tariff negotiations, poses significant threats to our town's economy. Local businesses must adapt quickly to protect profits and jobs," writes Steve McGuinness.
More than 1,100 people are attending the i4C, the International Cool Climate Chardonnay Celebration, this year, which starts next Thursday, July 17 and runs for four days.
This year's Artistry by the Lake market proved a huge success over the Canada Day weekend, attracting crowds of eager buyers from across Ontario and many American tourists.
More than 20 Canadian beverage companies are set to benefit from new funding to Niagara College aimed at helping small businesses bring new drinks to market.
The cider house has joined more than 400 Canadian businesses that are "rainbow registered" — a certification signalling a location is a safe space for the LGBTQIA+ community.
The Silversmith Brewing Co. and White Oaks Resort & Spa were both crowned winners at the 21st Niagara Business Achievement Awards this Wednesday. “To be recognized by the community that we're surrounded by really meant a lot,” said Ashley Brown from White Oaks.
Niagara-on-the-Lake resident John Scott has received an honorary degree from Niagara College in recognition of his contributions to the school and to Canada’s corporate community.
In 2014, Loblaws broke the world record for the most wheels cracked at the same time with 1,209 wheels. To defend its title, 1,800 wheels was the goal attempted last Saturday.
After almost 30 years of serving locals and visitors in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ginger, the intimate Mary Street restaurant, shut its doors this weekend, along with Orchid Inn.
"Our residential real estate market continues to slump. Despite recent Bank of Canada interest rate drops, the days of cutthroat home bidding wars are well behind us," writes Steve McGuinness.
The annual Niagara 40 Under Forty Business Achievement Awards recognize young professionals who drive innovation, business success and community impact. We talked to three of the winners who are among those from Niagara-on-the-Lake being honoured.
After four years of pouring their hearts into the business, Rob Begin and his wife, Danielle Begin, have decided to step away from the restaurant and brewery they built from the ground up. Their final day as owners is Sunday, June 8.
The nominated businesses from NOTL include 124 on Queen Hotel and Spa, Niagara Geopark, Silversmith Brewing Co. and White Oaks Resort and Spa, four of the five nominees for the Excellence in Tourism and Hospitality Award.
The farmers' market opened for the season this past weekend, and some of its vendors who run Niagara-based businesses are noticing a trend of customers wanting to keep their dollars in the community.
