Networking Events

The ICCWS 2022 will welcome hundreds of individuals from all areas of the grape and wine industry across Canada and the world to St. Catharines. The symposium strives to promote opportunities for delegates to maximize on the networking potential offered by having the international wine community together in one location. A range of educational and entertaining events have also been developed as part of the symposium.

SUNDAY, JULY 17TH Pre-Conference Vineyard Tour

Time: 9:30-4:30 pm Location: Various Niagara wineries and vineyards Discover Ontario’s terroir and grape growing up close with local grape growers and winemakers. Your journey begins with a narrated motor coach ride where you will learn some history and stories about grape growing in Canada as you travel through the picturesque Niagara Peninsula appellation. You will get an exclusive look at Ontario terroir up close while visiting multiple vineyards and wineries on the Niagara Escarpment and in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Meet the passionate grape growers who tend the grapes, the winemakers who craft the wine, and taste the wines made from the grapes grown right there in the vineyard.

Welcome Reception

Time: 4:00-7:00 pm Location: Walker Courtyard, Brock University Your first networking opportunity as the ICCWS hosts a sparkling wine welcome to all delegates. Upon arrival ICCWS delegates can go to the registration desk, sign into the conference and pick up your conference materials before enjoying a glass of Canadian sparkling wine and some nibbles.

MONDAY, JULY 18TH Wines of Canada

Time: 6:00-8:00 pm Location: Walker Courtyard, Brock University All conference delegates will come together for the Wines of Canada Tasting. Walk the grounds of the Walker Courtyard at Brock University. Meet and connect with all conference attendees under the British Columbia, Quebec, Nova Scotia and Ontario Regional Banners. This will be the only dedicated time for all participating wineries to pour their product to all ICCWS delegates. MONDAY, JULY 18TH Experience Niagara East

Time: Bus departs 7:00 pm, Dinner 7:30-9:30 pm Enjoy one of a number of optional winery dinners to take place along the stunning backdrop of the Niagara Peninsula. Wineries of the ‘East’ will take you to Niagara-on-the-Lake and its surrounding area. Dine and explore world-class winery farm-to-table dinner experiences. There are several options available. If you haven’t secured your spot, there may be limited spots still available – check with the conference registration desk.

TUESDAY, JULY 19TH Experience Niagara West

Time: Bus departs 6:30 pm, Dinner 7:00-9:00 pm Enjoy one of a number of optional winery dinners to take place along the stunning backdrop of the Niagara Peninsula. Wineries of the ‘West’ will take you to Niagara’s ‘Bench’ winery restaurants. Dine and explore world-class winery farm-to-table dinner experiences. There are several options available. If you haven’t secured your spot, there may be limited spots still available – check with the conference registration desk.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 20TH Banquet Dinner

Time: 7:00-10:00 pm Location: Market Hall, Brock University The final event of the conference brings together delegates, speakers and organizers to enjoy an incredible meal created by renowned Chef, Jason Parsons from Peller Estates Winery. Starting with a sparkling reception and then a four-course dinner paired with wines from across Canada.

MONDAY, JULY 18 – TUESDAY, JULY 19 Poster Session

Time: 5:00-6:00 pm Location: Trade Show, Brock University Meet international researchers and enjoy Canadian wine and cheese while perusing the latest viticulture and oenology research presented in poster format.

MONDAY, JULY 18 – THURSDAY, JULY 21

Cellar-Tek Lounge

Time: 12:00 pm-5:00 pm Location: Thompson Atrium, Walker Complex, Brock University Enjoy a glass of Niagara wine, craft beer, or craft cider with old friends or new. A great space to relax in-between sessions or to catch up on a few emails. This cash bar is conveniently located close to the session rooms and overlooks the tradeshow and poster session.

MONDAY, JULY 18 – WEDNESDAY, JULY 20 Tradeshow Pop-up Tastings

Time: 1:00 pm - ??? Location: Tradeshow, Brock University

There will be pop-up wine tastings each day in the tradeshow space from 1 pm until the wine runs out. Each tasting will have a mystery theme - come say “hi” and find out what we are pouring each day as you visit the tradeshow and poster sessions.

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