AWAS HISTORY
The AWAS was started 1983 by a group of wine buffs who approached the Australian Trade Commissioner in Vancouver to start a group devoted to Australian wines. We have been a registered non-profit society since 1989 with a volunteer board of directors. Our mission expanded in the 1990s to include New Zealand wines. We are a fun loving group that enjoys wine, food, laughter and learning.
We hold about 10 events between September and June, generally on the third Tuesday of the month. There are a number of dinners in local restaurants to experience food and wine pairings, plus other events that include winemakers dinners, varietal tastings, and tastings comparing Australia and New Zealand wines with those from other areas of the world. We close out each year with our extremely popular "Barbie".
You can register on line with your credit card or mail your cheque to the person designated for that event. Be sure to register early to ensure your space in the popular events.
About 200 people are members of AWAS. Annual membership fees are $40 per person and $65 per couple. Attendance at our functions ranges from 40 to 120. Guests are welcome to most events but usually pay more.