Beer isn't just a great beverage. It is also a major contributor to Canadian prosperity and our high quality of life. Each year, the brewing industry contributes just under $14 billion to the economy. In fact, brewers account for 12% of the GDP generated by the entire domestic food manufacturing industry.
Market Data
Current data regarding sales, exports and imports of beer. More...
Economic Facts and Figures
Brewing creates thousands of jobs and makes many other important contributions to the Canadian economy. More...
Prices and Taxes
The taxes Canadian consumers pay on a case of beer are among the highest in the world. More...
Note: All volume statistics are reported by calendar year (i.e., January 1 to December 31). Unit of measure is the hectolitre. Per capita numbers are measured in litres. One hectolitre equals approximately 12.2 cases of 24 bottles (341 ml each bottle) or 11.7 cases of 24 cans (355 ml each can).