Molson facts for kids
Molson is a very old and famous Canadian company. It was started way back in 1786 by a man named John Molson. This makes it one of the oldest companies in North America! Today, Molson is part of a much bigger company. It is known as one of the largest beverage companies in the world.
Who Was John Molson?
John Molson was born in England in 1763. He moved to Canada when he was just 18 years old. He arrived in Montreal in 1782. John Molson was a very smart and hardworking person. He saw a chance to start a business in the new country.
He decided to open a brewery. A brewery is a place where drinks are made. John Molson's first brewery was on the banks of the Saint Lawrence River. He wanted to make good quality drinks for the people of Montreal. His business quickly became popular.
A Long History of Brewing
Molson's company grew a lot over the years. It became a very important part of Canadian business. The company stayed in the Molson family for many generations. Each generation helped it grow even bigger. They built new factories and made more kinds of drinks.
Over more than 200 years, Molson became a household name in Canada. It was known for its long history and its products. The company survived many changes and challenges. It kept making drinks for Canadians for centuries.
Molson Today
Today, Molson is part of a huge global company. It is called Molson Coors Beverage Company. This company makes many different kinds of drinks. It sells them all around the world. Molson Coors is one of the biggest beverage companies globally.
Molson's original brewery in Montreal is still there. It is a historic landmark. The company continues to be a big part of the Canadian economy. It employs many people. It also helps support local communities. Molson's story shows how a small business can grow into a global leader.
Images for kids
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This is an advertisement from 1924. It says Molson's Ale was 81 years old when Sir John A. Macdonald was Canada's first prime minister in 1867.
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This picture shows the Molson Brewery around 1885. You can see how big it was getting!
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Here is a store in Montreal in 1910. It has an advertisement for Molson Brewery on its side.
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This is the Molson Brewery located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
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This photo shows the Molson brewery in Old Montreal. It's a very old and important building.
