Liquor Licence Types Flashcards
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What is an 'Agency Store' in Ontario's liquor retail system?
Answer: A privately owned store authorized to sell LCBO products in underserved communities
Agency Stores are privately owned retail outlets, often in rural or underserved areas, authorized by the LCBO to sell a selection of beer, wine, spirits, and other LCBO products on their behalf.
What is the role of 'licence conditions' attached to an Ontario liquor licence?
Answer: They are specific, legally binding rules tailored to the individual establishment
Licence conditions are specific, binding rules attached to each individual licence that dictate operating parameters such as hours, capacity, entertainment type, and service areas.
Can a holder of a Private Event SOP charge for drinks at their event in Ontario?
Answer: No, alcohol must be provided free of charge at private events
Under a Private Event SOP, alcohol cannot be sold. It must be provided free of charge to invited guests. If the host wishes to sell alcohol, they need a Public Event SOP.
What additional requirement applies when applying for a licence for a premises near a school or place of worship in Ontario?
Answer: Enhanced public notice requirements and potential for more community input
Applications for licensed premises near sensitive locations like schools or places of worship typically require enhanced public notice and allow for additional community input during the application process.
What is a 'Bring Your Own Wine' (BYOW) endorsement in Ontario?
Answer: An endorsement that allows patrons to bring their own wine to a licensed restaurant that serves food
The BYOW endorsement allows licensed restaurants that serve food to permit patrons to bring their own commercially produced wine for consumption with a meal. A corkage fee may be charged.
What is required for an establishment to obtain an extended hours endorsement in Ontario?
Answer: Demonstrating community need and meeting AGCO criteria, which may include public consultation
Extended hours endorsements require the applicant to demonstrate that extended service is warranted and meets AGCO criteria. Public consultation and community input may be part of the process.