Every April 1st, Canada’s alcohol industry braces for impact. Not because of a new trend, a major acquisition, or a viral beer release — but because of something far less exciting and far more consequential: taxes. This year is no exception. The federal government has confirmed it will extend its 2 percent cap on alcohol excise tax increases for another two years, temporarily softening what could otherwise be steeper hikes tied directly to inflation. On paper, it looks like...