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What is the Excise Act 1985? The Excise Act, 1985 is the primary piece of federal legislation in Canada that governs the taxation and regulation of excise goods, including beer. It sets out the framework for how beer manufacturers must operate, pay taxes, and obtain the necessary permissions from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) to produce and...
Read The Rest...LCBO Product Submission Process
Before a product can be considered for inclusion in the LCBO's diverse portfolio, prospective suppliers must meet specific eligibility criteria. These requirements are designed to ensure that all submissions align with the LCBO's operational standards and legal obligations within Ontario. Understanding these prerequisites is the foundational step for any supplier aiming to introduce their product...
Read The Rest...LCBO Consignment Program
Program Overview and Objectives The LCBO Consignment Program is designed to give Ontarians access to a wider selection of unique products that might not typically be found on regular LCBO store shelves. Essentially, it allows authorized agents to order specific products on behalf of certain suppliers. The LCBO then handles the logistics, including warehousing and...
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 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...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,...
Read The Rest...Ontario Announces Expanding “Tailgate Event” SOPs to Non-Sports Cultural and Community Events
Ontario Announces Expanding “Tailgate Event” SOPs to Non-Sports Cultural and Community Events, Unlocking BYOB in Public Parks and Places The Ontario government today announced its intention to expand the “tailgate event” class of special occasion permits under the Liquor Control and Licence Act so that it includes community and cultural events not connected to an...
Read The Rest...Get Your Alcoholic Drinks Into The LCBO
Learn the step-by-step process to successfully get your liquor products into the LCBO.
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