CALGARY, AB, Sept. 13, 2024 – Cold Garden, Burwood Distillery, and Tool Shed Brewing Company have joined forces to form the Calgary co-LAB. This new partnership has secured a multi-year contract with TELUS Spark and the annual Beakerhead Festival.
The Calgary co-LAB brings together three of Calgary’s most innovative and popular craft beverage producers. This partnership is poised to bring a fresh wave of creativity, energy, and local flavors to TELUS Spark and Beakerhead, promising an unparalleled experience for attendees.
The Calgary co-LAB will enhance the visitor experience at TELUS Spark, especially during the Beakerhead Festival. This year’s festival, scheduled for September 20-22, will be held on-site at TELUS Spark. Visitors can expect a range of exciting new offerings from co-LAB, along with the iconic events and science installations that the festival is known for.
“We are so excited to kick off our new partnership with co-LAB – Cold Garden, Burwood and Tool Shed- at Beakerhead. TELUS Spark is thrilled to be partnering with 3 locally owned companies to showcase their innovation and award-winning craft beverages to our adult visitors. Watch for new and fun ways that our new partnership will come to life at TELUS Spark for years to come.” Says Kyle Corner, VP Experience at TELUS Spark
“We are incredibly excited to move forward with Calgary co-LAB,” said Dan Allard, Co-Owner of Cold Garden. “This partnership presents a unique opportunity to showcase the very best of Calgary’s craft beverage scene. We’re eager to bring our collective energy and creativity to TELUS Spark and Beakerhead.”
Over the course of the multi-year contract, Cold Garden, Burwood, and Tool Shed will work closely together to create and deliver a variety of engaging and innovative activations. From craft beer and spirits tastings to immersive experiences that blend art, science, and flavor, Calgary co-LAB is set to become a cornerstone of TELUS Spark’s and Beakerhead’s programming.
“We believe this collaboration will not only elevate the visitor experience at TELUS Spark and Beakerhead but also strengthen the ties within Calgary’s vibrant community,” said Jordan Ramey, Co-Owner of Burwood Distillery. “Our goal is to create memorable experiences that resonate with both locals and visitors alike.”
“Calgary co-LAB is about more than just business,” added James Costello, CEO of Tool Shed Brewing Company. “It’s about bringing people together, fostering creativity, and celebrating the spirit of Calgary. We’re honored to be part of this exciting journey and can’t wait to see what the future holds.”
As Calgary co-LAB prepares for the upcoming Beakerhead Festival, the team is diligently planning a series of events and activations designed to captivate and delight festival-goers. The community is invited to join TELUS Spark and Beakerhead from September 20-22 to experience the innovative spirit of Calgary co-LAB firsthand.
About Calgary co-LAB
Calgary co-LAB is a collaborative partnership between Cold Garden, Burwood Distillery, and Tool Shed Brewing Company, three of Calgary’s leading craft beverage producers. Formed with the mission of creating unique and engaging experiences and to simplify the customer ordering process, Calgary co-LAB is committed to bringing renewed energy and creativity to Calgary’s cultural and entertainment landscape.
About TELUS Spark
About Spark’s Keep Calgary Curious Campaign:
Through the Keep Calgary Curious Campaign, TELUS Spark Science Centre is seeking $45 million in support over the next five years from government, philanthropic leaders, corporate partners, and the community to transform the science centre into one of the world’s leading science experiences. Learn more at .
About Beakerhead:
April 2022, TELUS Spark merged with Beakerhead and joined forces to engage and inspire more people and communities with science, engineering, art and technology (STEAM). As part of , Beakerhead culminates in a science fuelled spectacle each September with events, experiences, installations and performances that showcase the smash-up of science, technology, engineering and art. For more information, visit
SOURCE Tool Shed Brewing Company