Tool Shed Brewing

Sherman, who brought a background in IT and military communications to the venture, and Orr initially contracted Dead Frog Brewery to produce their beers while they worked to establish their own operation. The brewery played a direct role in reshaping Alberta's licensing landscape: Tool Shed lobbied the provincial government to change outdated liquor laws that prevented small brewers from operating in the province, and on 5 December 2013 it became the first brewery to apply for a licence under the resulting Class E brewing policy. The brewery now runs a 22,000-square-foot facility in Calgary and operates a taproom alongside its production space.

Tool Shed's alcohol-free range includes an ale suited to sober-curious drinkers, and one of its drinks has picked up an award.