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flag Alberta replaces its wine tax system, ending a 2025 ad valorem tax on higher-priced wines and adopting a flat $0.58-per-litre rate starting April 1.

flag Alberta is ending its 2025 ad valorem wine tax, which priced higher-end wines more heavily, after industry backlash and low revenue. flag Starting April 1, the province will switch to a flat $0.58-per-litre tax increase, simplifying the system and improving transparency. flag The change, driven by criticism from winemakers, restaurants, and trade groups, aims to support small businesses and strengthen Alberta’s competitive liquor market. flag The tax affected about 16% of wines sold in the province.

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