Recognition & Rewards

New team members can look forward to a variety of exciting recognition and rewards programs at The Beer Store! We work hard to recognize you in meaningful ways by providing competitive compensation, incentive pay, a flex health benefits program, employee & family assistance program, defined pension plan with company matching, recognition programs, tuition reimbursement program, generous paid time off, employee special offers, and friendly & inclusive work environment, and more!

*Please Note: Total rewards, benefits, and perks are dependent upon role and status and are subject to change at the sole discretion of the company.

Examples of Total Rewards for Non-Union Roles:

  • Extended Health & Dental Benefits for permanent full-time employees and eligible family members with no waiting period.
  • Health & Dental Plan for employees on a 12+ month duration Contract with no waiting period.
  • Defined Contribution Pension Plan for permanent full-time employees with no waiting period.
  • Short-Term Incentives Bonus for permanent full-time employees, pending eligibility criteria.
  • Annual Merit Increase for permanent full-time employees, pending eligibility criteria.
  • Eligibility to contribute to a Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA) and/or Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).
  • Free, confidential & anonymous Employee & Family Assistance Program for employees and immediate family members.
  • Paid Vacation Time-Off with incremental increases, based on your years of service.
  • Annual Float Day after your first year of service.
  • Paid Statutory Holidays plus Remembrance Day as a paid day off.
  • Maternity Leave Top-Up Program for permanent full-time employees, pending eligibility criteria.
  • Corporate Office Summer Hours Program (Corporate Office Employees).
  • Access to Employee Special Offers such as Goodlife Corporate Membership and Perkopolis.

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Employee Recognition Programs

In addition to compensation and benefits, we believe it’s extremely important to recognize and reward our team members for their years of service and contributions to the organization.

Milestone & Retirement Awards

Milestone Service Awards:

We provide a Milestone Awards Program for both part-time and full-time team members starting at 3 years of service up to 45 years of service. During the month of their anniversary, team members receive a congratulatory letter from our President and a gift to commemorate their special milestone.


Retirement Awards:

Beer Store Retirees receive a curated gift selection brochure from our Service Award provider to commemorate their unwavering commitment to the organization and toast to the days of relaxation ahead. 

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Peer Recognition Awards

The Peer Recognition Award program provides employees at The Beer Store with an opportunity to acknowledge one another and be shown appreciation for exceptional achievements and contributions to our business and/or local community! Nominations should be sincere, genuine expressions of appreciation for behaviours or actions that align with our core values. Winners will be selected three times a year and awarded with a prize pack worth over $200.00, a swag bag, a signed certificate from our President, and a feature in our employee magazine, Kegs & Cases!

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Outstanding Women in the Workplace Awards

In celebration of International Women's Day on March 8th, The Beer Store, in partnership with our Women's Initiative Network ERG, runs an annual Spotlight Series on our "Outstanding Women in the Workplace". We invite team members to nominate the outstanding women in their workplace who help bring our core values and strategic vision to life. Check out the 2023 Outstanding Women in the Workplace Award Winners!

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Safe Driver Award Program

Our driving experts take their presence on the road to a remarkable level of proficiency, showcasing pride and dedication to their roles year over year. The Drive Safe Awards Program is meant to recognize our Drivers who represent The Beer Store with pride and integrity on our Ontario roads. In order to receive this annual recognition, our drivers require a clean, no accident record, as well as drive 60+ hours per month for nine months out of the year. We thank all of our Drivers for their professionalism, hard work and dedication to being safe on the roads. Check out these employee spotlights to learn more about some of our all-star Drivers at The Beer Store!

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Employee Badges

All Beer Store employees can give and receive badges in our HR Management System (The Pub) for a job well done! We have a total of 20 badges that align with our Core Values, Culture, and Employee Recognition Programs at The Beer Store. Employees can award a badge to another team member and insert a custom greeting message that will be displayed on their profile to show off their accomplishment.

Milestone Service Awards:

We provide a Milestone Awards Program for both part-time and full-time team members starting at 3 years of service up to 45 years of service. During the month of their anniversary, team members receive a congratulatory letter from our President and a gift to commemorate their special milestone.

Peer Recognition Program:

The Peer Recognition Award program provides employees at The Beer Store with an opportunity to acknowledge one another and be shown appreciation for exceptional achievements and contributions to our business and/or local community! Nominations should be sincere, genuine expressions of appreciation for behaviours or actions that align with our core values. Winners will be selected three times a year and awarded with a prize pack worth over $200.00, a swag bag, a signed certificate from our President, and a feature in our employee magazine, Kegs & Cases!

Retirement Awards:

Beer Store Retirees receive a curated gift selection brochure from our Service Award provider to commemorate their unwavering commitment to the organization and toast to the days of relaxation ahead. 

Outstanding Women in the Workplace Awards:

In celebration of International Women's Day on March 8th, The Beer Store, in partnership with our Women's Initiative Network ERG, runs an annual Spotlight Series on our "Outstanding Women in the Workplace". We invite team members to nominate the outstanding women in their workplace who help bring our core values and strategic vision to life.

Safe Driver Award Program:

Our driving experts take their presence on the road to a remarkable level of proficiency, showcasing pride and dedication to their roles year over year. The Drive Safe Awards Program is meant to recognize our Drivers who represent The Beer Store with pride and integrity on our Ontario roads. In order to receive this annual recognition, our drivers require a clean, no accident record, as well as drive 60+ hours per month for nine months out of the year. We thank all of our Drivers for their professionalism, hard work and dedication to being safe on the roads.

Employee Badges:

All Beer Store employees can give and receive badges in The Pub for a job well done! We have a total of 20 badges that align with our Core Values, Culture, and Employee Recognition Programs at The Beer Store. Employees can award a badge to another team member and insert a custom greeting message that will be displayed on their profile to show off their accomplishment.