wine helps the supply keep up with demand, avoid layoffs and make sure the industry stays strong, according to a press release from Wine Growers BC issued today, Sept. 23. Wine Growers BC estimated that in 2025 the province was more than 10,000 tonnes short of the grape harvest needed to make enough wine to keep the wine industry strong. “This extension is a vital bridge from last year’s crisis toward a sustainable future for BC wine. “Wine Growers BC will always promote BC grapes first, and we remain relentlessly committed to the integrity and quality of BC VQA wines—now and in the future. Even with temporary supports extended, we’re still working to ensure industry looks local first so that every BC grape ends up on a bottle,” he said.