Booze

• Calgary woman creates fundraiser to encourage people to go alcohol-free for Dry February

  A portion of each event ticket and proceeds from raffle tickets sold for the 28-day challenge will go to the Canadian Cancer Society.

  Health

  Jan 29
  
• Winnipeg paramedics say alcohol makes up majority of substance abuse cases

  Data from WFPS shows the bulk of substance-use calls are linked to alcohol.

  Health

  Jan 17
  
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• Thinking about Dry January? Things to consider when cutting back on alcohol

  From starting small and using money as a motivator to considering the mental health benefits, a psychologist shares some tips on cutting back or cutting out booze.

  Health

  Jan 3
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• New Manitoba liquor licence bill aims to expand businesses’ ability to sell booze

  The province is introducing a new bill to modernize the process of getting a liquor license, making it easier for certain businesses to qualify.

  Consumer

  May 24, 2022
• Edmonton councillors put alcohol consumption in parks program on hold

  Alcohol consumption will not be allowed in Edmonton parks again this summer, after a vote by city councillors Monday.

  Canada

  Jan 31, 2022
• Drinking in Calgary parks: pilot program a success so far with only 1 complaint

  The pilot program launched on June 1 and is set to wrap up on Sept. 7.

  Canada

  Jul 30, 2021
• Drinking in Calgary parks: what you need to know before you crack a beer

  Starting June 1, Calgarians will be able to drink alcohol at designated picnic tables in select parks throughout the city as part of a new pilot project.

  Canada

  May 26, 2021
• B.C. permanently approves takeout, delivery liquor service from restaurants

  B.C's popular booze delivery regulation is now here to stay after a change to the current rules surrounding off-site sales.

  Health

  Mar 12, 2021
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• Liquor stores across B.C. see record sales during coronavirus pandemic

  One private liquor store said sales were on par with the last week before Christmas, the busiest time of the year.

  Consumer

  Mar 26, 2020
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• U.K. restaurant adopts ‘gender-neutral’ drinks to be more inclusive

  Burger & Lobster found male customers were less likely to order "feminine" sounding drinks.

  Lifestyle

  Nov 12, 2019