“Small brewers are always working to improve the sustainability of their operations, and we applaud the work BLOOM is doing to help our members get even better at adopting more sustainable water resource management practices.”

John Hay, Ontario Craft Brewers

“Craft brewers want to do what is right to manage water more sustainably, not just for their business, but also for their community and their customers.”

Michael Fagan, BLOOM

“We’ve taken this seriously from day one; we conserve as much water as possible and we eliminated all phosphates from cleaning materials.”

Sybil Taylor, Steam Whistle Brewing

“Our government is proud to support the ground-breaking work that Steam Whistle, Beau’s, Cassel Brewery, and other Ontario small breweries are undertaking with BLOOM to promote sustainable craft brewing in our province...

... These examples show how innovative and sustainable operations can save Ontario businesses money while creating new economic opportunities and protecting our important environmental resources.”

Jeff Leal, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs

“People know we are taking steps to help the environment and that is well received by everyone.”

Mario Bourgeois, Cassel Brewery

“Responsible water management is essential to the sustainable growth of Ontario’s craft brewing sector.”

Kevin Jones, BLOOM

“Traditional brewing styles are rooted in sustainability. It’s built on a foundation that understands resources are precious.”

Steve Beauchesne, Beau’s Brewery