ABOUT US
The CCSA is a national membership of Craft Spirit producers and stakeholders. We are a platform for advocating and showcasing Canadian Craft Spirits.
Our Mission
The Canadian Craft Spirits Association (2019) is a National organization for Craft Spirits industry stakeholders
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Our mission:
1. Build on Craft Spirit producers business and production expertise.
2. Promoting Canadian Craft Spirits in Canada and International Markets.
3. Collaborate on key issues and policies that affect the industry
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The CCSA definition of Craft Spirits Distillery:
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A distillery that uses their own distilling & processing location(s).
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A distiller that aspires to produce quality spirits made from local or national sourced ingredients.
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A distillery that does not use any artificial ingredients or GMO's.
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Our Team
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BLAIR WILSON
President
Blair is the Founder of Forbidden Spirits Distilling Co. He is a proven Entrepreneur and Capital Market Specialist, having created Canadian ecoEquity Corp.
DAVID MOSSMAN
Executive Director
David has extensive experience running and forming organizations. He has created and helped run charities and non-profits. He has founded and co-founded companies in the software, travel and beauty industries.
LEE MOSSMAN
Director
Lee is recently retired after many years as a CUPE National Rep and sitting on the School Board. His negotiation skills and engaging personality are a great asset to CCSA.