Premier David Eby said it is “really hard to understand” why Alberta is restricting the direct sale of B.C.’s wine to buyers in that province.
Eby made that comment last week in Vernon when asked about Alberta’s decision against the backdrop of other industry challenges like severe weather.
Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis on Jan. 22 told B.C. wineries it won’t stock their products until they immediately agree to cease direct-to-consumer sales.
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