Smart Serve Ontario Ontario Liquor Laws 6

Question 1

Under Ontario law, can alcohol be served at a private residence without a permit?

Accepted Answer

Yes, as long as alcohol is not sold and only served to guests of legal age

Answer

No, a permit is always required

Answer

Yes, but only beer and wine

Answer

Only with municipal approval

Question 2

What is the AGCO's position on 'all-you-can-drink' promotions in Ontario?

Accepted Answer

They are strictly prohibited

Answer

They are permitted with food purchase

Answer

They are allowed before 9 p.m. only

Answer

They are permitted for private events only

Question 3

What must a licensee do when their liquor licence expires in Ontario?

Accepted Answer

Immediately cease all alcohol sales and service

Answer

Continue operating and renew within 90 days

Answer

Apply for an Occasion Permit as a temporary measure

Answer

Nothing, licences automatically renew

Question 4

In Ontario, what is the legal requirement for recording alcohol purchases by a licensed establishment?

Accepted Answer

Licensees must maintain purchase records and make them available for AGCO inspection

Answer

No records are required

Answer

Records are only required for spirits, not beer or wine

Answer

Records are only required for establishments with more than 100 seats

Question 5

From which authorized sources must licensed establishments in Ontario purchase their alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Only from the LCBO, authorized manufacturers, or authorized agents

Answer

Any wholesale supplier

Answer

From any retail store with a business licence

Answer

Directly from international distributors

Question 6

What is the penalty for an individual convicted of impaired driving causing death under the Criminal Code of Canada?

Accepted Answer

Up to life imprisonment

Answer

Up to 2 years imprisonment

Answer

Up to 5 years imprisonment

Answer

A fine only with no imprisonment