Pre-mixed drinks, 30-packs are coming to Ontario grocery, big-box stores
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Ontarians will soon be able to buy alcoholic drinks like pre-mixed cocktails outside of the LCBO, as the Ford government expands on where booze can be bought in the province.
Ontarians will soon be able to buy alcoholic drinks like coolers outside of the LCBO, as the Ford government expands on where booze can be bought in the province.
The government announced on Friday it is rolling out a phased approach to expand where consumers can buy alcohol, and adding more selection of beverages throughout the summer and fall of 2024.
Starting on Aug. 1, right before the Civic Holiday long weekend, Ontarians will be able to buy products like coolers and other ready-to-drink beverages at the 450 grocery stores currently licensed to sell beer, cider and wine.
Also, grocery stores will start offering large-pack products like the 30-pack — a popular choice in Quebec, the government said.
After Sept. 5, all eligible convenience stores will be able to sell beer, cider, wine and ready-to-drink beverages. After Oct. 31, all eligible big-box stores will be able to sell those same beverages, including in large pack sizes, the government added.
New retailers will also be able to sell an increased selection of local, domestic and international alcohol products, the province said.
“We are delivering on our commitment to give consumers in Ontario the choice and convenience every other Canadian enjoys and we’re doing so even sooner than we had originally promised,” said Premier Doug Ford in a news release.
Originally, Ford had promised last December that alcohol would be sold in corner stores by 2026.
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