WGNS Licensed Associate Members
Grape Growers Association of NS (GGANS)
Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation (NSLC)
Bishop’s Cellar
Grape Escapes
Acadia University
Taste of Nova Scotia
Magic Winery Bus Ltd
Food & Beverage Atlantic
Atlantic Ambassatours Limited
The Canadian Association of Professional Sommeliers-Atlantic Chapter
JFarwell Sailing Co
Liquid Assets Nova Scotia
Old Orchard Inn Resort and Spa
The following extensive range of benefits is available to all WGNS members:
Marketing
- Experienced and engaged WGNS marketing committee that focuses on executing events, campaigns, and promotional initiatives that promote the Wines of Nova Scotia brand.
- Events include: The Annual Tidal Bay Release event,
- Exclusive NSLC and retail programs
Advocacy
Represents the industry to local, provincial and federal governments – “one voice for the wine industry in Nova Scotia”.
Communications
Media Relations
Executes WGNS marketing activities, including social media resources such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn as well as managing media inquiries on behalf of the industry.
Strategic Messaging
Works with industry participants and partners to develop marketing and media content and interacting with media contacts to promote the wine industry.
How to Join
Should you have any questions on joining the association and becoming an active WGNS member, please send an email to info@winesofnovascotia.ca for more information
Membership Criteria
Wine Growers Nova Scotia has recently established formal membership criteria to uphold the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in the farm wine industry. Adherence to WGNS’s membership criteria and code of conduct is a mandatory condition of membership in the association. As representatives of this vital sector, members are required to:
- Champion and advocate for the growth and success of the Nova Scotia Farm Wine industry.
- Maintain a safe work environment free from inappropriate workplace behaviour including discrimination, harassment, bullying, and victimization.
- Treat everyone and to be seen as treating everyone (including employees, prospective employees, contractors, consultants, industry partners, suppliers, prospective customers, and customers) with respect, fairness, integrity, and in a manner that will enhance the standing of the Nova Scotia wine industry.
WGNS has also implemented a complaint review process.. Any concerns raised are taken seriously, and we want to assure all visitors to our member wineries that we are committed to ensuring a safe and respectful experience.
When complaints are brought forward, we follow a structured approach:
Immediate Review: An immediate review will be conducted to provide an initial assessment. The outcome of this review will be communicated to the member winery and the complainant.
Member Response: Any member responding to a complaint will be given an opportunity to respond, and if indicated, to provide a remedial plan.
Progressive Correction: Any actions that violate the membership criteria may lead to disciplinary measures. Disciplinary measures may include, but are not limited to, warnings, training, suspension, or termination of membership. WGNS reserves the right to take appropriate action to protect the integrity of the farm wine industry and its members.
Wine Growers Nova Scotia values the support of the community and will work to ensure that all our members exemplify our shared values and standards. We continue to review our processes to ensure they reflect the highest standards of compliance and integrity.