LCBO Food & Drink Travel 2026

LCBO NOTES

From our Interim President & CEO

Dear Friends,

the way in terms of innovation. Expect fresh takes on IPAs, lagers and local craft ciders, plus a growing selection of light beers, seltzers and non-alcoholic options, including six new non-alcoholic products this spring. Finally, don’t forget to check out our growing inventory of accessories in-store and online, including everyday glassware sets (perfect for home cocktail setups), an expanded selection of bitters and mixers for effortless entertaining, and seasonal gift bags among a range of great host gifts. I am immensely proud of the support given to the LCBO’s sustainability and social impact initiatives over the years. Every March, during our annual Equity Campaign, over 8,000 of our employees across the province help make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people and communities served by Women’s College Hospital Foundation (WCHF). Thanks to their commitment and to the generosity of our customers, LCBO has raised over $11 million dollars. This year, until Sunday, March 15, customers can donate alongside their in-store purchase to further support WCHF’s mission. You can find out much more about the work we do in our annual Impact Report, in the next edition of Food & Drink . Wishing you safe travels in the year ahead,

Hello and welcome to this issue of Food & Drink . As I step into the role of Interim President & CEO, I’m excited to celebrate this season with you. Spring is about discovery, and our travel-themed issue celebrates the places, people, and beverages that make every journey memorable. You may have noticed we recently launched our Pour & Explore contest in stores across the province. It offers a chance to win one of six fantastic grand prizes—a pair of tickets anywhere Air Canada flies + 100,000 Aeroplan points from Hotel Savers. Customers are automatically entered into the contest each time they shop at the LCBO using their Aeroplan card, plus one additional entry when they buy a product that carries bonus points. And there’s more. In March, we’re making an amazing online exclusive bonus offer: spend $250 or more on the LCBO app or LCBO.com and earn 500 bonus Aeroplan points. Of course, our regular bonus points offers are also available on over 150 products in March and April. This month also sees the start of our biggest release of the year for beer, cider and ready-to-drink coolers. From crisp seltzers and teas to classic coolers and the latest, hottest trend—bar quality, single serve cocktails—there’s a flavour for every moment. You’ll also see the first wave of new seasonal craft beers and ciders, with Ontario producers leading

AARON CAMPBELL Interim President and CEO, LCBO

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