We are pleased to provide you with the 2025-26 schedules of LCBO WINES, SPIRITS, BEER, CIDER AND READY TO DRINK Product Needs for pre-submissions due from October 2025 - March 2026 (see attachment).
All new product tenders will be open in the LCBO’s New Item Submission System (NISS) beginning today, Monday, August 11, 2025.
All submissions must be made through NISS. For new users, an introduction to the system and instructions on how to apply for access can be found here.
All complete NISS submissions must include the following:
- An online application.
- A one-page marketing plan, including itemized marketing spend for year one, and relevant product attributes and accolades.
- An image of the product and packaging.
In addition, we encourage agents to provide as much relevant product information as possible. Up to three files (maximum 2 MB each) can be uploaded into NISS.
Please note, in accordance with LCBO policy, we will continue to purchase products shipping from source locations. It is the agent's responsibility to ensure all products submitted adhere to this policy.
All products purchased by the LCBO for retail or wholesale will be subject to our PO Terms and Conditions. LCBO reminds you that Section 14 of its Purchase Order terms and conditions requires that suppliers offer products to the LCBO at the same or lower FOB price than it offers any other government liquor board or government liquor purchasing body in Canada.
Please remember that the LCBO’s Green Initiative is an ongoing corporate priority. Agents and suppliers should note that special consideration will be given to products that are packaged in lightweight glass and/or follow sustainable, biodynamic or organic agricultural practices that meet CFIA standards.
Questions may be directed to the relevant Category or Product Manager.
Merchandising Product Needs
October 2025 - March 2026
