During the recent weekend, we had the pleasure of operating a cannabis bar at the Tuck Shop of camp Walden. Our services entailed providing cannabis-infused mocktails and various beverages to a remarkable number of 400 individuals. Each beverage was accompanied by a @thinkeronoff pre-roll and a highlands music festival doob tube, ensuring a delightful experience for all attendees. As the host, if you’re planning on serving alcohol please consider offering your guests cannabis as an alternative option (smoke, vape or drink). Approximately 70% of your guests will want consume cannabis or at least want to try it in an event setting. High Bar experiences can be provided in an event space during a private event, corporate event, or social event (festivals, fundraisers, concerts, and more). Depending on the location of your event (for example: town, city, or province), some experiences will not be available. When booking High Bar, our sales rep will confirm what you can, or can’t provide, depending on the location, and the type of event you are hosting. It’s important to understand that licensees are at higher risk when allowing guests to bring their own cannabis into their licensed establishment. On average 20-30% of guests will bring their own cannabis to the event, unregulated and possibly even illegal cannabis on-site, putting the licensees liquor licence at risk. Having the High Bar, not only removes that risk but also adds a layer of safety for the guests, and the event host, preventing overconsumption. High Bar will assist licensees on how to comply with all requirements under the LLCA, and its regulations. MOBILE CANNABIS BARS | BUDTENDING | PRE-ROLLS | VAPE ON TAP | CANNABIS CATERING | INFUSED BEVERAGES & MORE 🌱 HIGH BAR Hospitality & Event Group is Canada's first luxury mobile cannabis bar providing cannabis sommeliers, budtenders, consumption lounges, cannabis catering and other hospitality services. Creating a premier full-service experience that everyone can enjoy (from someone who's never consumed cannabis to your seasoned cannabis cannoisseur). With our experience and knowledge immersed in the event industry for over 25 years, the introduction of legal cannabis presented the perfect opportunity to create a high class event company featuring cannabis in its many wonderful forms. Our mission is simple, provide clients with cannabis experience presented in a classy and high-end fashion. We’ve partnered with some of the best names in the events and cannabis industries, so that we can provide the highest quality service for any occasion. We are committed to cannabis education, safety, and providing a responsible experience. HIGH BAR Hospitality & Event Group (located in Toronto, Ontario) will provide services only in Canada. All services are contingent upon compliance with cannabis related legislation and regulations. We do not facilitate the sales of cannabis or cannabis products.

“Lucas and HIGH BAR did our wedding recently, and we couldn't have been more pleased! They were informative, professional and their set up was beautiful. Their staff were funny and easy to talk to at the event, and they safely provided our 150 guest wedding of all adult ages with cannabis - some for the first time or first time in decades. Their cannabis recommendations were spot on for the type of event we were throwing and our guests absolutely loved the weed and the experience. Simply put, they were amazing to work with and pulled off an epic event for us!” Clients: Haley ❤️ Abir Planner: @treventsplanner Photographer: @tamikleinphoto Venue: @ricardas.to @ricardascafe Budtenders: Daryn & Izzy Cannabis Sommeliers: @lucasleandromargulis & Eric High Bar Hospitality & Event Group is delighted to offer our esteemed wedding clients an exquisite and tailored event experience, designed to embrace an atmosphere of elegance and romance. Imagine a wedding where our attentive staff skillfully infuses cannabis on-site at the High Bar, ensuring that there is no noticeable odour or taste. Our perfected infusion technique achieves a harmonious balance of 1mg THC:CBD (1:1) in each beverage, allowing you and your beloved guests to embark on a sensuous journey of indulgence. Delicate flavoUrs of your cherished non-alcoholic beverages remain uncompromised, while our luxury pre-roll cones, available in a variety of colours and patterns, which are placed inside "doob" tubes to ensure that the smell does not offend anyone in the room. At High Bar™️, we take pride in enlightening our guests and empowering them to personalize how they desire cannabis to enhance their senses and uplift their overall mood on this momentous occasion. Through collaboration with esteemed cannabis industry professionals across Canada, we ensure that our on-site cannabis infusion experience is unparalleled in its elegance and sophistication. Indulge in the enchantment of cannabis-Bar experiences, perfectly suited for weddings that aspire to create an atmosphere of refinement, passion, and romance.

As we reflect upon the splendid union of Patrick and Kathleen, their discerning desire for an exquisite cannabis bar at their reception remains etched in our memories. With grace and finesse, we fulfilled their vision, presenting an opulent array of infused libations, an abundance of refined vape selections, and indulgent, meticulously rolled pre-rolled cones for esteemed guests who sought solace at the cannabis bar. Planning Design and Florals @wildbloemstudios Photographer @celestejusticephotography Catering @barnandcountrycatering Hair @elegantreflectionshair Make Up @colourationsmakeup Tent, table, chair rentals @valley_tent Custom Linen Stationary, Charger Plates, Gold Flatware @gracefieldeventdecor Transportation @roxboroughbuslines Bar Service: @thehighbarexperience Cannabis Flower: Moon Berry by @sanrafael71 and Golden Banana Balanced by @wildlifecannabis Cannabis Beverages Infusion: @breakwatercannabis @findyourxmg Cannabis on Tap: Mango Haze by @forayofficial Imagine a wedding where our attentive staff skillfully infuses cannabis on-site at the High Bar, ensuring that there is no noticeable odour or taste. Our perfected infusion technique achieves a harmonious balance of 1mg THC:CBD (1:1) in each beverage, allowing you and your beloved guests to embark on a sensuous journey of indulgence. Delicate flavoUrs of your cherished non-alcoholic beverages remain uncompromised, while our luxury pre-roll cones, available in a variety of colours and patterns, which are placed inside "doob" tubes to ensure that the smell does not offend anyone in the room. At High Bar™️, we take pride in enlightening our guests and empowering them to personalize how they desire cannabis to enhance their senses and uplift their overall mood on this momentous occasion. Through collaboration with esteemed cannabis industry professionals across Canada, we ensure that our on-site cannabis infusion experience is unparalleled in its elegance and sophistication. Indulge in the enchantment of cannabis-Bar experiences, perfectly suited for weddings that aspire to create an atmosphere of refinement, passion, and romance. As the host, if you’re planning on serving alcohol, please consider offering your guests cannabis as an alternative option (smoke, vapour on tap or beverages). Approximately 70% of your guests will want to consume cannabis or at least want to try it in an event setting. Be a good host, and take care of all your guests. Guests bringing their own cannabis to a function is proof that a host is not providing enough for their guests. We wouldn’t expect guests to bring their own alcohol would we? HIGH BAR Hospitality & Event Group is Canada’s first luxury mobile cannabis bar providing cannabis sommeliers, budtenders, on-site infusing, consumption lounges, cannabis catering and other hospitality services. Creating a premier full-service experience that everyone can enjoy (from someone who’s never consumed cannabis to your seasoned cannabis cannoisseur). With our experience and knowledge immersed in the event industry for over 25 years, the introduction of legal cannabis presented the perfect opportunity to create a high class event company featuring cannabis in its many wonderful forms. Our mission is simple, provide clients with cannabis experience presented in a classy and high-end fashion. We’ve partnered with some of the best names in the events and cannabis industries, so that we can provide the highest quality service for any occasion. We are committed to cannabis education, safety, and providing a responsible experience.

What an incredible day we had with our team at @canadianspecialeventsmagaz7775 presented by @chairmanmills and hosted by @evergreen_brick_works ! We were thrilled to offer attendees the chance to enjoy a @pinnrz purple pre-roll or cannabis-infused beverage by @breakwatercannabis & @mockupsmocktails The response was overwhelming - it was beyond our wildest dreams! We are so grateful to everyone who stopped by to learn more about HIGH BAR, our focus on responsible cannabis consumption, and our elegant approach that is perfect for any event where alcohol is served. Thank you for making our day unforgettable! Our team is always perfecting the cannabis bar experience for our clients, and their guests, for all social and corporate events. Having a HIGH BAR at your event will take it to the next level! Guaranteed to be the most popular and unforgettable bar experience that your guests have ever seen 👀. As the host, if you're planning on serving alcohol, please consider offering your guests cannabis as an alternative option (smoke, vapour on tap or beverages). Approximately 70% of your guests will want consume cannabis or at least want to try it in an event setting. Be a good host, and take care of all your guests. Guests bringing their own cannabis to a function is proof the a host is not providing enough for their guests. We wouldn’t expect guest to bring their own alcohol would we? HIGH BAR Hospitality & Event Group is Canada's first luxury mobile cannabis bar providing cannabis sommeliers, budtenders, on-site infusing, consumption lounges, cannabis catering and other hospitality services. Creating a premier full-service experience that everyone can enjoy (from someone who's never consumed cannabis to your seasoned cannabis cannoisseur). With our experience and knowledge immersed in the event industry for over 25 years, the introduction of legal cannabis presented the perfect opportunity to create a high class event company featuring cannabis in its many wonderful forms. Our mission is simple, provide clients with cannabis experience presented in a classy and high-end fashion. We’ve partnered with some of the best names in the events and cannabis industries, so that we can provide the highest quality service for any occasion. We are committed to cannabis education, safety, and providing a responsible experience. As the host, if you’re planning on serving alcohol, please consider offering your guests cannabis as an alternative option (smoke, vapour on tap or beverages). Approximately 70% of your guests will want to consume cannabis or at least want to try it in an event setting. Be a good host, and take care of all your guests. Guests bringing their own cannabis to a function is proof that a host is not providing enough for their guests. We wouldn’t expect guests to bring their own alcohol would we? HIGH BAR Hospitality & Event Group is Canada’s first luxury mobile cannabis bar providing cannabis sommeliers, budtenders, on-site infusing, consumption lounges, cannabis catering and other hospitality services. Creating a premier full-service experience that everyone can enjoy (from someone who’s never consumed cannabis to your seasoned cannabis cannoisseur). With our experience and knowledge immersed in the event industry for over 25 years, the introduction of legal cannabis presented the perfect opportunity to create a high class event company featuring cannabis in its many wonderful forms. Our mission is simple, provide clients with cannabis experience presented in a classy and high-end fashion. We’ve partnered with some of the best names in the events and cannabis industries, so that we can provide the highest quality service for any occasion. We are committed to cannabis education, safety, and providing a responsible experience.

“Lucas and HIGH BAR did our wedding recently, and we couldn't have been more pleased! They were informative, professional and their set up was beautiful. Their staff were funny and easy to talk to at the event, and they safely provided our 150 guest wedding of all adult ages with cannabis - some for the first time or first time in decades. Their cannabis recommendations were spot on for the type of event we were throwing and our guests absolutely loved the weed and the experience. Simply put, they were amazing to work with and pulled off an epic event for us!” We have the privilege of collaborating with exceptional clients, esteemed vendors, and exquisite event venues. Just recently, we had the pleasure of bringing the unparalleled HIGH BAR experience to the wedding reception of Haley & Abir. Attendees were invited to approach the bar and immerse themselves in a sensory journey, whereby they could select their preferred cultivar solely through its enticing aroma. This captivating activation not only provided an avenue for guests to expand their knowledge on cannabis, but also emphasized the significance of responsible consumption. Event Planner: Trevor Frankfort www.trevents.com @treventsplanner As the host, if you’re planning on serving alcohol, please consider offering your guests cannabis as an alternative option (smoke, vapour on tap or beverages). Approximately 70% of your guests will want to consume cannabis or at least want to try it in an event setting. Be a good host, and take care of all your guests. Guests bringing their own cannabis to a function is proof that a host is not providing enough for their guests. We wouldn’t expect guests to bring their own alcohol would we? HIGH BAR Hospitality & Event Group is Canada’s first luxury mobile cannabis bar providing cannabis sommeliers, budtenders, on-site infusing, consumption lounges, cannabis catering and other hospitality services. Creating a premier full-service experience that everyone can enjoy (from someone who’s never consumed cannabis to your seasoned cannabis cannoisseur). With our experience and knowledge immersed in the event industry for over 25 years, the introduction of legal cannabis presented the perfect opportunity to create a high class event company featuring cannabis in its many wonderful forms. Our mission is simple, provide clients with cannabis experience presented in a classy and high-end fashion. We’ve partnered with some of the best names in the events and cannabis industries, so that we can provide the highest quality service for any occasion. We are committed to cannabis education, safety, and providing a responsible experience.

Just taking the time to look back at this amazing event produced by CANNA GOLF CLASSIC (Jan Correia) located at Soluna, in Toronto. We provided the Vape Station Experience for this event, using our favourite vaporizers by Zenco (Wendy Forwell) and Arizer. Our favourite part was connecting with LPs, and growers. Nothing is better than being around likeminded individuals, as passionate about the #cannabis plant as we are. As the host, if you’re planning on serving alcohol, please consider offering your guests cannabis as an alternative option (smoke, vapour on tap or beverages). Approximately 70% of your guests will want to consume cannabis or at least want to try it in an event setting. Be a good host, and take care of all your guests. Guests bringing their own cannabis to a function is proof that a host is not providing enough for their guests. We wouldn’t expect guests to bring their own alcohol would we? HIGH BAR Hospitality & Event Group is Canada’s first luxury mobile cannabis bar providing cannabis #sommeliers, #budtenders, on-site infusing, consumption lounges, cannabis #catering and other #hospitality services. Creating a premier full-service experience that everyone can enjoy (from someone who’s never consumed cannabis to your seasoned cannabis cannoisseur). With our experience and knowledge immersed in the event industry for over 25 years, the introduction of legal cannabis presented the perfect opportunity to create a high class event company featuring cannabis in its many wonderful forms. Our mission is simple, provide clients with cannabis experience presented in a classy and high-end fashion. We’ve partnered with some of the best names in the events and cannabis industries, so that we can provide the highest quality service for any occasion. We are committed to cannabis education, safety, and providing a responsible experience. 📸:Jesse Paul

Founder & President Lucas Margulis talking with Joanne on Radio Active about HIGH BAR and cannabis infused mocktails. You can listen to it using the CBC Listen Radio app. 06/14/23 : A new kind of mocktail : Our mocktails columnist JoAnne Pearce speaks with Lucas Margulis about drinks infused with cannabis. Jessica Ng and Min Dhariwal will catch you up with everything that happened during the day --- we'll explore the city with fresh eyes and have fun doing it. If you want to be entertained and informed this is your go to place. https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-52-radio-active/clip/15991350-a-kind-mocktail

THC:CBD INFUSED MOCKTAILS ARE ALL THE RAGE AT #EVENTS ACROSS CANADA Welcome to the Infusing Experience created by HIGH BAR™️ 🍷🍹🧉🧋☕️🍵. At HIGH BAR, we have created the perfect event experience for guests who consume cannabis beverages or just want to try it for the first time. Our certified staff will infuse (odourless and flavourless) cannabis on-site at the HIGH BAR, and we never compromise the taste of your favourite non-alcoholic beverage. Using our infusing technique, we control your experience by providing guests with 1mg balance of THC:CBD (1:1) or, just CBD in each beverage. If you are planning on serving alcohol, you should also consider serving cannabis beverages. A lot of your guests might actually prefer a cannabis infused beverage, which additionally can be a much healthier option. We focus on educating so that guests have the ability to modify how they want the cannabis to affect their senses and overall mood during the event. Here are just some of the many different infused beverages we have served at events across 🇨🇦: Sparkling Water Fruit Juice Hot Tea Bubble Tea Coffee Soda/Pop Iced Tea Non-Alcoholic Beer or Wine Water Mocktail *Mixologist upgrade available We can also infuse into any sauce, soup or liquid, hot or cold. Experience our Stündenglass high quality glass cloche, which we use to infuse non-alcoholic beverages with the flavour of rich smoke. Transforming any cannabis beverage into a speciality experience to be remembered. 💨 🍉 🥃✨ Above showcases HIGH BAR at a corporate event, assisting with the cannabis bartending experience. It was truly a luxurious and unique event. The star of the show was our rosemary infused peach mocktail, which was made extra special with the addition of a CBD Liquid Infuser by @breakwatercannabis available at @ocs__canada . The combination of flavours was absolutely delightful and left all of the guests feeling relaxed and refreshed. I must give a huge shoutout to the incredibly talented @codey.erin for executing the event flawlessly. It was truly an event to remember. Cheers to bringing a touch of luxury to the world of CBD! HIGH BAR experiences can be provided in an event space during a private event, corporate event, or social event (festivals, fundraisers, concerts, and more). Depending on the location of your event (for example: town, city, or province), some experiences will not be available. When booking High Bar, our sales rep will confirm what you can, or can't provide, depending on the location, and the type of event you are hosting. It's important to understand that licensees are at higher risk when allowing guests to bring their own cannabis into their licensed establishment. On average 20-30% of guests will bring their own cannabis to the event, unregulated and possibly even illegal cannabis on-site, putting the licensees liquor licence at risk. Having the High Bar, not only removes that risk but also adds a layer of safety for the guests, and the event host, preventing overconsumption. High Bar will assist licensees on how to comply with all requirements under the LLCA, and its regulations. MOBILE CANNABIS BARS | BUDTENDING | PRE-ROLLS | VAPE ON TAP | DAB STATIONS | INFUSED BEVERAGES & MORE 🌱 HIGH BAR Hospitality & Event Group is Canada's first luxury mobile cannabis bar providing cannabis sommeliers, budtenders, on-site beverage infusing, consumption lounges, cannabis catering, and other cannabis hospitality services. Creating a premier full-service experience that everyone can enjoy (from someone who's never consumed cannabis to your seasoned cannabis cannoisseur). With our experience and knowledge immersed in the event industry for over 25 years, the introduction of legal cannabis presented the perfect opportunity to create a high class event company featuring cannabis in its many wonderful forms. Our mission is simple, provide clients with cannabis experience presented in a classy and high-end fashion. We’ve partnered with some of the best names in the events and cannabis industries, so that we can provide the highest quality service for any occasion. We are committed to cannabis education, safety, and providing a responsible experience. Part of what we do includes educating the new, and find emerging technologies and cannabis cultivars to wow even the experienced cannabis consumer. All HIGH BAR staff are trained with the ultimate understanding of cannabis and its best uses and presentation, giving us the ability to customize each event. HIGH BAR Hospitality & Event Group (located in Toronto, Ontario) will provide services only in Canada. All services are contingent upon compliance with all cannabis related legislation and regulations (liquor licence & conntrol act, cannabis control act, & more). We do not facilitate the sales of cannabis or cannabis products. Cannabis is not included in the price of any High Bar services. High Bar also provides five million in liability insurance coverage for your event. \ Have more questions? Please visit our F.A.Q page to learn more about HIGH BAR.

“The High Bar Experience was the highlight of our wedding! Everyone with thrilled with this unique experience and it was amazing to see everyone so comfortable and curious to see what it was all about. Many were able to try for the first time in their life. The service staff was awesome and overall we had a lot of fun. The lineup vs. the regular bar tells it all. Thank you so much!” - HB Client testimonial on Google Our team is always perfecting the cannabis bar experience for our clients, and their guests, for all social and corporate events. Having a HIGH BAR at your event will take it to the next level! Guaranteed to be the most popular and unforgettable bar experience that your guests have ever seen 👀. As the host, if you're planning on serving alcohol, please consider offering your guests cannabis as an alternative option (smoke, vapour on tap or beverages). Approximately 70% of your guests will want consume cannabis or at least want to try it in an event setting. Be a good host, and take care of all your guests. Guests bringing their own cannabis to a function is proof the a host is not providing enough for their guests. We wouldn’t expect guest to bring their own alcohol would we? HIGH BAR Hospitality & Event Group is Canada's first luxury mobile cannabis bar providing cannabis sommeliers, budtenders, on-site infusing, consumption lounges, cannabis catering and other hospitality services. Creating a premier full-service experience that everyone can enjoy (from someone who's never consumed cannabis to your seasoned cannabis cannoisseur). With our experience and knowledge immersed in the event industry for over 25 years, the introduction of legal cannabis presented the perfect opportunity to create a high class event company featuring cannabis in its many wonderful forms. Our mission is simple, provide clients with cannabis experience presented in a classy and high-end fashion. We’ve partnered with some of the best names in the events and cannabis industries, so that we can provide the highest quality service for any occasion. We are committed to cannabis education, safety, and providing a responsible experience. www.HighBarCanada.com @highbarcanada @lucasleandromargulis Sponsors: @stundenglass @zencovape @hossglass @storz.bickel @choiceleaf @oy.vapes @itspureentertainment #cannabis #events #corporateevents #hospitality #weddinginspiration #testimonials #socialevents #bartenderlife MOBILE CANNABIS BARS | BUDTENDING | PRE-ROLLS | VAPE ON TAP | CANNABIS CATERING | INFUSED BEVERAGES & MORE 🌱 HIGH BAR Hospitality & Event Group is Canada's first luxury mobile cannabis bar providing cannabis sommeliers, budtenders, consumption lounges, cannabis catering and other hospitality services. Creating a premier full-service experience that everyone can enjoy (from someone who's never consumed cannabis to your seasoned cannabis cannoisseur). With our experience and knowledge immersed in the event industry for over 25 years, the introduction of legal cannabis presented the perfect opportunity to create a high class event company featuring cannabis in its many wonderful forms. Our mission is simple, provide clients with cannabis experience presented in a classy and high-end fashion. We’ve partnered with some of the best names in the events and cannabis industries, so that we can provide the highest quality service for any occasion. We are committed to cannabis education, safety, and providing a responsible experience. HIGH BAR Hospitality & Event Group (located in Toronto, Ontario) will provide services only in Canada. All services are contingent upon compliance with cannabis related legislation and regulations. We do not facilitate the sales of cannabis or cannabis products. @highbartoronto (currently disabled by @instagram) @highbarcanada @torontocannabiscatering

Ioanna Roumeliotis & Brenda Witmer· CBC News· Posted: Jan 08, 2022 4:00 AM ET | Last Updated: January 9 Advocates of warning labels want Canadians to understand alcohol is one of top causes of preventable cancer Alcohol can cause cancer, so why don't most Canadians know that? 24 days agoDuration 7:52 Alcohol is one of the top three causes of preventable cancer, so why aren’t Canadians being informed about the risks? Health experts say it's time to put warning labels on alcohol — something the industry has pushed back against. It's not a secret, but it may as well be. Few Canadians know the truth, and few may want to hear it: Alcohol, any amount of alcohol, can cause cancer. There is no safe amount, and the calls to inform Canadians are growing. "Even drinking one drink a day increases your risk of some cancers — including, if you're a woman, breast cancer — but also cancers of the digestive system, the mouth, stomach," said Tim Stockwell, a senior scientist with the Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research at the University of Victoria. "The risk increases with every drink you take." Alcohol has been classified as a Group 1 carcinogen (carcinogenic to humans) for decades by the International Agency for Research on Cancer. It's right up there with tobacco and asbestos. Alcohol is also a top cause of preventable cancer after smoking and obesity. But the vast majority of Canadians have no idea of the risk. Stockwell wants to change that, and he and other health experts are advocating for cancer warning labels on alcohol containers. People need to know, he says, that though there are other genetic and lifestyle factors that contribute to developing cancer, every drink comes with a risk. "The risk from alcohol, it's a dose response. The bigger and more frequent the dose, the higher your risk." Tim Stockwell, a senior scientist with the Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research at the University of Victoria, is among the researchers and doctors pushing for cancer warning labels on alcohol. (University of Victoria) Kathy Andrews had no idea that the wine she enjoyed most nights before she got pregnant was dangerous. The Vancouver resident was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2016. "Some of the risk factors for me were that I'd been through IVF with my child and then pregnancy, as well as a stressful lifestyle and drinking, not exercising enough. So all of those things, I think, played a role," she said. When Andrews did her own research after her diagnosis, she says she was shocked to discover that moderate alcohol consumption has been linked to an approximate 30 to 50 per cent increased risk of breast cancer. WATCH | Cancer survivor Kathy Andrews on why she's dismayed at the lack of public awareness of alcohol's link to cancer: Cancer survivor Kathy Andrews on why she's dismayed at the lack of public awareness of alcohol’s link to cancer 23 days agoDuration 0:17 Vancouver resident Kathy Andrews, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2016, talks about why she's dismayed that most people don’t know that alcohol can cause cancer. 0:17 Andrews is not alone. According to the Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research, only about 25 per cent of Canadian drinkers know that alcohol can cause cancer. In Canada, alcohol was linked to 7,000 new cancer cases in 2020 alone. Soaring alcohol sales since the start of the pandemic have triggered concerns of an impending global increase in related cancer cases. Experts say the risk has always been there, but is easy to ignore because drinking is so normalized and so celebrated as a form of relaxation and reward. Pandemic's stress and loneliness create dangerous cocktail for alcohol abuse Alcohol and cannabis sales across Canada rose by over $2.6B during the pandemic, study suggests "COVID will end, right, and cancer will continue, and there will be more cancer because people are drinking more," said Dr. Fawaad Iqbal, a radiation oncologist at the Durham Regional Cancer Centre in Oshawa, Ont. Iqbal says even among his cancer patients, the perception persists that consuming moderate amounts of alcohol has health benefits, particularly for cardiovascular health. Iqbal says studies suggesting health benefits have largely been debunked, yet they continue to circulate, adding to the general confusion and misunderstanding. And he says that despite what those studies find, it doesn't negate the fact alcohol can cause cancer and that people should be aware of that risk. WATCH | Radiation oncologist Dr. Fawaad Iqbal on the links between alcohol and cancer: Radiation oncologist Dr. Fawaad Iqbal on the links between alcohol and cancer 23 days agoDuration 0:13 Dr. Fawaad Iqbal, a radiation oncologist at the Durham Regional Cancer Centre in Oshawa, Ont., describes the lack of knowledge even among cancer patients that alcohol is a carcinogen. 0:13 "It's shocking. In an information era, we have warning labels on everything I can think of. I bought my kids fishing rods this summer, and their fishing rods have warning labels that say this fishing rod can cause cancer. Whereas, you know, a level-one carcinogen that is everywhere has no particular warnings on it." Iqbal has drafted a proposal to the Canadian Medical Association asking it to advocate for explicit labelling of alcoholic beverages warning of the carcinogenic risk to the consumer. He's also reached out to Ontario's liquor board, provincial and federal health authorities, as well as to the prime minister. "I don't like when people are lied to, including myself. This toxin is there for everybody to consume and nobody's warning you." As for why so many people are in the dark, Iqbal says he thinks that, "it boils down to money. Alcohol is a $1.5 trillion a year [global] industry. They'll lose money, and money wins at the end of the day." Stockwell says the experience of the Yukon is proof of that. In 2017, public health researchers and the Yukon government agreed to test cancer warning labels on all alcohol containers in the government-owned liquor store in Whitehorse. But less than a month after the cancer labels were put on, they were taken off under pressure from the alcohol industry. New booze labels in Yukon warn of cancer risk from drinking Booze industry brouhaha over Yukon warning labels backfired, study suggests Stockwell was one of the label study's leaders. He says even though alcohol is a known carcinogen, industry representatives argued the cancer labels were alarmist and misleading. The territory, he says, couldn't afford a potential costly legal battle, so the cancer warning labels were pulled while other labels, including information about standard drink size and low-risk drinking guidelines, remained. "The industry's claims of defamation were completely false, completely and utterly false," Stockwell said. But, he added, "they serve the purpose of delaying, freezing things from happening, and in some ways, keeping that message out of the awareness." Labels warning of the health risks associated with alcohol are seen on bottles involved in a labelling test program in Yukon. (Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research) CBC's The National reached out to Beer Canada, Spirits Canada and Wine Growers Canada asking whether they accept the link between alcohol and cancer, and whether they believe they have a responsibility to inform consumers of that risk. All three focused their answers on the need to drink responsibly and in moderation. In a statement, Beer Canada said, "The decision whether to drink, and if so, how much, is a personal one. Responsible, moderate consumption can be part of a balanced lifestyle for most adults of legal drinking age." It added that it is common knowledge that over-consumption comes with health risks and that, "For some people, even moderate consumption may be associated with health risks." Wine Growers Canada (WGC) said it is aware of the health risks that may be associated with alcohol consumption, and it recently launched the The Right Amount initiative, "to provide Canadians with information and tools to help make informed decisions on alcohol consumption." It noted that the website includes responsible drinking guidelines, a standard drink calculator, and harm reduction recommendations for at-risk groups including pregnant women and youth. It also added that, "the right amount of alcohol for some is none." Why some women are pushing back against alcohol and the wine-to-unwind culture As for Spirits Canada, it maintains there are health benefits to drinking. In a statement, it said, "moderate consumption of alcohol has long been recognized as contributing to a healthy lifestyle and research has consistently indicated beneficial effects for cardiovascular diseases, reducing the risk of stroke and some diseases associated with aging." Spirits Canada added there are several policies in place to ensure consumers are aware of the risks of misusing alcohol, including government-controlled liquor boards, legal drinking age requirements, as well as restrictions on where alcohol can be sold and the setting of minimum prices. "Against this comprehensive background of control and management of alcohol, warning labels have not been shown to be useful in altering consumer behaviour or reducing the amount people drink." However, evidence of the effectiveness of alcohol labels is growing, including the results of the Yukon labelling study. It continues to be cited by researchers and governments around the world because, despite the alcohol industry's intervention, the study found information had an impact on people's behaviour. Stockwell says even though the cancer labels were only in place for four weeks during the study, people remembered them. Combined with the other labels that remained on alcohol containers for a total of four months, researchers found that by the end of the study alcohol sales dropped by about 7 per cent. Another key finding, says Stockwell, is that the more people knew, the angrier they got. WATCH | Tim Stockwell on alcohol 'masquerading as something safe and glamourous': Tim Stockwell on alcohol 'masquerading as something safe and glamourous' 23 days agoDuration 0:12 Tim Stockwell, a senior scientist with the Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research at the University of Victoria, says that in a study of alcohol warning labels in Yukon, people were 'furious' when they were told about the cancer risks associated with drinking alcohol. 0:12 Dr. Erin Hobin co-led the study with Stockwell. A senior scientist at Public Health Ontario as well as a collaborating scientist with the Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research, Hobin says the study's labels were effective because they were well-designed. They were intentionally colourful and used a bold font, which helped make the message clear to consumers. Hobin says the Yukon study also found that the more aware people were about the risks related with alcohol, the more likely they were to support increases in its price. "Which generally is not a popular policy among the public or policy makers, but is a policy that is well-established for reducing alcohol harm," Hobin said. Hobin adds that Canada is a world leader in designing effective tobacco and cannabis warning labels. She says recent research indicates that labels that are well-designed, "can be an effective tool for supporting more informed and safer decisions related to alcohol, and may even start to shift consumers' perceptions of alcohol from a relatively benign substance to a substance associated with serious health risks that should be considered when drinking alcohol." A senior scientist at Public Health Ontario as well as a collaborating scientist with the Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research, Dr. Erin Hobin says Canada could apply its expertise in designing effective tobacco and cannabis warning labels to alcohol labels as well. (Jared Thomas/CBC) Several European countries are considering cancer warning labels on alcohol. Asked by CBC's, The National whether Health Canada plans to do the same, a department spokesperson says it continues to fund research into the best ways to inform Canadians of the various harms associated with alcohol use, and that updates to the current national low-risk drinking guidelines and standard drink information are coming. Those updates are expected at the end of this year. In the meantime, awareness is spreading through graphic public health campaigns around the world, including in the U.S. and Australia. Just before the pandemic, British Columbia's Fraser Health Authority also ran posters spelling out the cancer risks that come with drinking. Health professionals are urging governments at every level to act now to warn Canadians about the cancer risk as well as other alcohol-related diseases. "I think it's tragic," said Dr. Eric Yoshida, a professor of medicine at the University of British Columbia and chair of the Canadian Liver Foundation's Medical Advisory Committee. "I think it's actually horrible. I think it's unacceptable. I think the conversation should have started years ago, decades ago." Yoshida is calling for product warning labels to raise awareness and deter alcohol misuse. He says he has seen a "tidal wave" of patients in need of a transplant since 2019, when patients in B.C could qualify for a liver transplant without needing to abstain from drinking for six months. Many of his patients, Yoshida says, are young people in their 20s and 30s who had no idea their drinking could cause so much harm. "They were shocked,"' he said, to realize, "that the alcohol could actually kill them." WATCH | Dr. Eric Yoshida on the devastating impact of alcohol and liver disease among young people: Dr. Eric Yoshida on the devastating impact of alcohol and liver disease among young people 23 days agoDuration 0:34 Dr. Eric Yoshida, a professor of medicine at the University of British Columbia and chair of the Canadian Liver Foundation’s Medical Advisory Committee, says patients - particularly younger ones - often express shock and disbelief that alcohol has caused them serious illness. 0:34 Yoshida says warning labels must be part of a broader awareness effort. "I think the government has to step up. I think leaving it to the education system, leaving it to the media, leaving it to people's families, I think it probably isn't good enough." Breast-cancer survivor Andrews agrees, adding that had she known of the cancer risks linked to drinking, she would have abstained or consumed a lot less. She's grateful that she's now recovering, but wants people to know more than she did. "It can cut their lives short and take them away from the people that love them. People are putting really dangerous stuff in their bodies, and they don't know. And it's not worth it." Watch full episodes of The National on CBC Gem, the CBC's streaming service. CBC's Journalistic Standards and Practices|About CBC News Report Typo or Error|Corrections and Clarifications MOBILE CANNABIS BARS | BUDTENDING | PRE-ROLLS | VAPE ON TAP | CANNABIS CATERING | INFUSED BEVERAGES & MORE 🌱 HIGH BAR Hospitality & Event Group is Canada's first luxury mobile cannabis bar providing cannabis sommeliers, budtenders, consumption lounges, cannabis catering and other hospitality services. 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