BC Liquor Control and Licensing Act Flashcards

What is the significance of 'person capacity' on a BC liquor licence?

Answer: It sets the maximum number of persons allowed in the licensed area at one time

Person capacity on a licence sets the maximum number of persons (including staff and entertainers) that may occupy the licensed area at any one time, as determined by fire safety and licence conditions.

Under BC law, can a licensee offer free drinks as a promotion?

Answer: No, providing free liquor as an inducement is prohibited

BC liquor regulations prohibit licensees from offering free liquor as an inducement to purchase or consume more alcohol, as this encourages overconsumption.

What restriction applies to 'drink specials' in BC licensed establishments?

Answer: Drink specials must not encourage overconsumption and cannot offer drinks below a minimum price

BC has minimum drink pricing regulations and restrictions on drink specials to prevent practices that encourage overconsumption of alcohol.

What is 'tied-house' regulation in BC?

Answer: Rules that restrict relationships between liquor manufacturers and licensed retail/service establishments

Tied-house provisions restrict the business relationships between liquor manufacturers and licensed retail or hospitality establishments to prevent monopolistic practices and undue influence.

What is the licensee's obligation if a compliance meeting is requested by the LCRB?

Answer: They must attend and cooperate with the LCRB

When the LCRB requests a compliance meeting, the licensee is obligated to attend and cooperate. Failure to do so can result in additional enforcement action.

Under BC regulations, what must a licensee do if they want to temporarily close their establishment?

Answer: Notify the LCRB if the closure will exceed a specified period

Licensees must notify the LCRB if they plan to temporarily close their establishment for an extended period, as the licence is intended for active operation.