Grocery and Convenience Stores

On December 14, 2023, the government announced plans to increase choice and convenience for Ontarians by allowing the sale of beer, wine, cider and low-alcohol ready-to-drink beverages at participating convenience, grocery and big box stores across the province.

On May 24, 2024, the government announced further details and timelines for the phased rollout as follows:

Anytime after July 18, 2024 - the up to 450 grocery stores that are currently licensed to sell beer, cider or wine will also be able to sell ready-to-drink beverages. These grocery stores will also be able to start offering consumers large-pack sizes.

After September 5, 2024: all eligible convenience stores will be able to sell beer, wine, cider and ready-to-drink alcoholic beverages.

After October 31, 2024: all eligible grocery and big-box stores will be able to sell beer, wine, cider and ready-to-drink beverages, including in large pack sizes.

This site provides a one-stop-shop for the information and resources to help new grocers and convenience stores do business with the LCBO. We will update this site over the coming months as more information becomes available.

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