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Ontario Allows Cannabis Stores to Open at 7AM Instead of 9AM
Why the Change? Understanding the AGCO's Decision The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has authorized a significant adjustment to the operating hours for licensed cannabis retail stores. Effective May 1, 2026, these establishments are now permitted to open their doors as early as 7:00 AM, a notable shift from the previous 9:00 AM...
Read The Rest...Accidental Sale of Liquor or Cannabis to Minors in Ontario
What Constitutes an “Underage Sale”? In Ontario, an “underage sale” occurs when a licensed establishment or its employee sells or provides alcohol or cannabis to an individual who is not of legal age. For alcohol, the legal age is 19, while for cannabis, it is also 19. It is the responsibility of the seller to verify...
Read The Rest...AGCO Order of Monetary Penalty (OMP): How To Deal with It
Why AGCO Issues Monetary Penalties The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) uses Orders of Monetary Penalty (OMP) as a way to encourage compliance with provincial liquor, cannabis, and gaming laws. Think of it as a financial consequence for breaking the rules. Instead of immediately jumping to suspending or even cancelling a licence, the...
Read The Rest...AGCO Cannabis Licence Suspensions and Revocations
What's the Difference Between Suspension and Revocation? When the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) takes action against a cannabis licence, it can either suspend it or revoke it. It's important to know the difference because the impact on your business is significant. A suspension means your licence is temporarily taken away. During this period, you...
Read The Rest...AGCO Liquor Licence Suspensions and Revocations
If you're running a bar, restaurant, or other licensed establishment in Ontario, keeping your liquor sales licence or manufacturer’s licence in good standing is standard business. But what happens if the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) decides to step in? They have the power to temporarily suspend, or in more serious cases, revoke...
Read The Rest...Pedal Pub Liquor Licence | 175+ 5-Star Reviews
The AGCO's Role in Licensing Pedal Pubs (Large Quadricycles) In Ontario, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is the body responsible for regulating liquor sales and service. This includes overseeing licences for unique operations like pedal pubs, which are officially classified as large quadricycles. Since a pilot project began in 2022, these pedal-powered vehicles...
Read The Rest...Import Alcohol Into Canada | 175+ 5-Star Reviews
When foreign liquor manufacturers and their agents look to import alcoholic beverages into Canada for sale, they'll quickly find that the landscape is quite different from many other markets. Canada's regulatory framework for alcohol importation is highly centralized and controlled at the provincial and territorial levels. This means that direct importation by foreign entities for commercial resale...
Read The Rest...Remove AGCO Cannabis Licence Conditions
Why Conditions Are Placed on Licences The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) places conditions on cannabis retail licences, such as a Retail Operator Licence or Retail Store Authorization, for a few key reasons, all centred around public safety and responsible operation. Think of these conditions as specific rules tailored to a particular store, designed to...
Read The Rest...Remove AGCO Liquor Licence Conditions
What are AGCO liquor licence Conditions? Liquor licence conditions are specific rules or requirements that the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) places on a liquor licence. These aren't just suggestions; they are legally binding stipulations that licence holders must follow. Think of them as extra guidelines tailored to your specific business, designed to...
Read The Rest...AGCO Notice of Proposals: What To Do When You Get One
What Constitutes a Notice of Proposal? A Notice of Proposal (NOP) from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is a formal communication indicating that the Registrar intends to take a specific action regarding your licence. This action could be a refusal to issue, renew, or transfer a licence, or it might involve suspending,...
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