Alberta says it will 'vigorously' defend wine boycott after B.C. launches formal challenge

Vancouver — The British Columbia government has launched a formal challenge against Alberta’s ban on its wines.
B.C. said Monday it notified Alberta that it is formally requesting consultations under the Canadian free trade agreement’s dispute settlement process.
Alberta Premier Rachel Notley announced the ban on B.C. wine earlier this month as part of an ongoing spat between the provinces over the $7.4-billion Trans Mountain pipeline expansion.
Alberta’s actions thr