BC liquor laws
B.C.’s liquor policy gets a ‘C’ grade from restaurant industry report card
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
The report said the lack of discounted wholesale pricing on booze means restaurants typically pay the same price customers do in liquor stores. Continue reading
Burnaby U-brewer in business peril wants change to B.C. law banning samples
Business at the Burnaby Brewing Company is suffering, thanks to a B.C. liquor law that stops owner Jesse Shepherd from letting customers try before buying. Continue reading
‘Beer on the Beach’ picnic protest to push for legal public drinking in Vancouver
By Simon Little Online Journalist
“We’re not saying that everyone should be allowed to walk down the street with a two-six of vodka because that’s just disastrous.” Continue reading
New B.C. liquor laws come into effect today
By Amy Judd Online Supervisor BC
New liquor laws come into effect today creating new opportunities for businesses across the province. Continue reading
B.C. restaurant liquor licences modernized; change effective immediately
Restaurants with a food primary licence will no longer be required to have a segregated lounge or bar area for those wishing simply to have a glass of wine, or other drink. Continue reading
New B.C. happy hour rules lead to cheaper drinks, but increased social costs: study
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
A new study says the B.C. government’s minimum pricing rules on liquor have resulted in people getting a break, but as Kylie Stanton reports, there’s been a hefty social cost. Continue reading
UPDATE: B.C.’s liquor policy review website launches
By Amy Judd Online Supervisor BC
John Yap, parliamentary secretary for liquor policy reform, made the announcement on UNfiltered with Jill Krop, saying they want to hear from British Columbians. Continue reading
WATCH: Government launches liquor policy review
BC liquor policy is being reviewed with critics saying old laws are beyond outdated, bad for business, and simply don’t relate to today’s lifestyles. Elaine Yong reports. Continue reading
B.C.’s liquor laws to be reviewed
By Amy Judd Online Supervisor BC
Starting today, letters are going to go out to major stakeholders asking for ideas, and in September, residents will be asked for their input to improve what the Ministry of Justice calls B.C.’s outdated and inefficient liquor laws. Continue reading