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‘I am heartbroken’: Lower Mainland craft brewery shutting down after four years

Brendan Kergin / Vancouver Is Awesome • January 21, 2025

“Unfortunately, it has to happen.” After four years in downtown Chilliwack, Bricklayer Brewing is closing permanently. Founded by Kris Schmidt in 2020, Bricklayer has been a part of the trendy District 1881 in the heart of Chilliwack for more than […]

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