CAPS Ontario In The News

January 29, 2025   CAPS Ontario announces Christian Perreault Hamel named 2024 Best Ontario Sommelier -- Gala event and live #BOSC sommelier competition held at Toronto’s Bovine Wine Club --   Toronto, ON. The Ontario chapter of the Canadian Association of Professional Sommeliers (CAPS) -- Canada’s only national, non-profit association that funds educational programs and competitions for the country’s sommelier community -- is pleased to announce the results of its Best Ontario Sommelier Competition (#BOSC) held yesterday at the new Bovine Wine Club in Toronto.   We are the champions… The winner, named Best Ontario Sommelier, is Christian Perreault Hamel,...

Dear CAPS Members and Fellow Wine Enthusiasts, Happy New Year! As we raise our glasses to 2025, I'm excited about the year ahead for our wine community. January always brings fresh energy and anticipation, and this year is no exception. Mark your calendars for January 28th! The Best Ontario Sommelier Competition (BOSC) at Bovine Wine Club promises to be a thrilling showcase of some of Ontario's top wine talent. Watching these skilled professionals compete is not just entertaining – it's an incredible learning opportunity for anyone passionate about wine. Sponsored by the Sake Institute of Ontario (#SIO), the #BOSC competition...

For Immediate Release January 15, 2025 CAPS Ontario announces Best Ontario Sommelier Competition (BOSC) January 28  at exclusive new Bovine Wine Club Toronto  -- Gala includes Sake Masterclass, walk-around tasting, live sommelier competition  and curated sushi and Sake pairing dinner – Toronto, ON. The Ontario chapter of the Canadian Association of Professional Sommeliers (CAPS) -- Canada’s only national, non-profit association that funds educational programs and competitions for the country’s sommelier community -- is excited to announce the Best Ontario Sommelier Competition (#BOSC) is now scheduled for Tuesday, January 28th at the new Bovine Wine Club, adjacent to the Bovine Steak...

January 6, 2025 Liberty Entertainment Group CEO Nick Di Donato appointed to the 2024 Order of Ontario honouring exceptional individuals making a local and global impact -- Hospitality icon noted for achieving highest level of excellence and contributions in field --       Toronto, ON. Canada’s Liberty Entertainment Group -- is honoured to announce that the company’s president and CEO, Nick Di Donato has been appointed to the 2024 Order of Ontario – the province’s highest honour -- recognizing exceptional individuals who have made a lasting impact in the province, country and the world. Mr. Di Donato was recognized for...

By PRESS ALLEY October 15, 2024 The top CAPS Ontario #BOSC24 regional sommeliers head to final provincials January 28th in Toronto [Edited from its original posting] The Canadian Association of Professional Sommeliers (CAPS) Ontario is excited to announce the four finalists who will be advancing to the 2024 Best Ontario Sommelier Competition (BOSC). Now taking place on January 28th (re-scheduled from its original date on November 12th) and set to be held at its new venue at Bovine Wine Club, within downtown Tornto’s Union Station, this prestigious event showcases the province’s top sommelier talent as they compete in a series...