CAPS Ontario In The News

Ontario’s ‘Best Sommelier’ teaches us the basic (but most effective) rules of wine tasting on Breakfast Television

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Please click the link for the full video clip: https://www.breakfasttelevision.ca/videos/ontarios-best-sommelier-teaches-us-the-basic-but-most-effective-rules-of-wine-tasting/ Devo is joined by Harbour Sixty wine director Christian Perreault Hamel to talk about the rules of wine and competing in the Best Sommelier of Canada.

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CAPS Ontario announces Christian Perreault Hamel named 2024 Best Ontario Sommelier

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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,...

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CAPS Ontario Letter from the President

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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...

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CAPS Ontario announces Best Ontario Sommelier Competition (BOSC) January 28 at exclusive new Bovine Wine Club Toronto

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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...

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Liberty Entertainment Group CEO Nick Di Donato appointed to the 2024 Order of Ontario

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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...

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