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Saskatchewan announces next round of private liquor store applications

Saskatchewan government opens up next round of applications for private liquor stores in the province. Joel Senick / Global News

The next round of private liquor store applications in Saskatchewan started on Monday.

The government announced they were now accepting request for proposals (RFP) for 20 more communities (list below).

“This third round of RFPs includes communities outside of the province’s cities,” said Don McMorris, the minister responsible for the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority.

“For this round, successful proponents for these locations will have the option to operate an integrated or standalone retail operation.”

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The RFP documents outline the criteria, process, timelines and other information required to obtain a retail store permit.

Successful applicants must also qualify for a commercial liquor permit.

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KPMG is overseeing the RFP process.

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The deadline to apply is Sept. 7.

Communities in the third round of RFPs are: Aberdeen, Battleford, Carrot River, Dalmeny, Hague, Hudson Bay, Kelvington, Osler, Outlook, Preeceville, Rosetown, Rosthern, Shellbrook, St. Walburg, Tisdale, Unity, Wadena, Wakaw, Waskesiu and Wilkie.

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