A Grape Partnership
- Leah Ison
- Mar 4
- 2 min read
Building relationships is a big part of what we do at CP Alberta. Once we work with you on a program or event, we want to continue that partnership so it is beneficial for both of us. We don't just take - we want to give, too.
Our relationship with City & Country Winery began in 2020 with a Wine sponsorship for our Hush Gala and has continued ever since. Seeing their wine on our tables has become something guests look forward to each year, and no matter the theme of the gala, their product always pairs well.
In February, staff from our Calgary office were invited to learn about the bottling process and volunteer their time to bottle some of their product. This was a wonderful way to get to know our sponsors better and to see the hard work put into each bottle of their locally made wine.
About City & Country
Chris and Karen Fodor—the passionate pair behind City & Country Winery—have a simple recipe to thank for their love story: good wine, great friends, and a bit of perfect timing. The two first crossed paths in 2010, when Chris was working at the award‑winning MUSE Winery on Vancouver Island. Karen had just come back from a family cattle drive in Alberta, and fate, it seems, decided it was the right moment for their worlds to meet.
City & Country’s origins are as grounded and intentional as the couple themselves. The vision began in a vineyard and evolved slowly, shaped over more than five years of brand development and two full vintages in the Okanagan. By 2019, their dream materialized as Calgary’s only urban winery—a unique space bringing the vineyard experience into the heart of the city.
But just as the winery opened its doors and momentum began to build, the world shifted. The pandemic arrived, bringing uncertainty to a young business. Still, creativity, resilience, and community carried City & Country forward. Chris, driven by his love of hospitality, and Karen, inspired by her passion for natural health, stayed determined and optimistic—even on the toughest days.
It’s this spirit, supported by their incredible family and community, that defines City & Country today. People are at the core of everything they do, and every bottle they craft tells a story of connection, perseverance, and love.
That's really cool that your partnership with City & Country Winery has grown beyond just the initial sponsorship—it sounds like the kind of relationship that actually benefits both sides. I love that you mentioned giving back too, since so many organizations just take and run. Speaking of visuals, the photos of the wine at the gala look great, but it reminds me that sometimes when I want to share event pics quickly, I end up using a low quality image maker just to shrink them down for a group chat without the hassle of a full editor. Anyway, here's to many more years of this grape partnership!
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It's great to see how partnerships like this enhance events and create lasting connections. The collaboration with City & Country Winery truly adds a special touch. For more creative ideas, check out paint hide and seek.
It's wonderful to see CP Alberta nurturing genuine, long-term partnerships like the one with City & Country Winery. Volunteering at their bottling process sounds like such a meaningful way to strengthen that bond beyond typical sponsorships. Stories like this remind me that community connection matters everywhere—whether you're supporting local businesses or just unwinding with something simple and fun on 67 Clicker during a quick break.
Wow, what a fantastic read! I loved how you explained the nuances of partnerships in agriculture—so much depth. It’s like mastering Geometry Dash; every level requires strategy and teamwork. Cheers for sharing!