Bulletin 24-03: Update to packaged sales from a manufacturer on-site store
Last updated on April 5, 2024What's changing
Manufacturers with an on-site store endorsement are now permitted to sell packaged liquor almost anywhere on the manufacturing site. However, packaged liquor sales must still be attributed to the on-site store endorsement no matter where they occur.
Packaged liquor sales are not permitted in picnic consumption-only areas or in co-located businesses, other than a food-primary or liquor-primary establishment that is held by the same licensee.
What's staying the same
Drive-through type sales remain prohibited, including sales in or next to driveways, thoroughfares, roadways, and parking lots.
Packaged liquor sold from the on-site store cannot be consumed at the manufacturer site except in a picnic area.
Packaged liquor sales from an off-site storage facility remain prohibited, but delivery from off-site storage is temporarily permitted.
Terms and conditions
To read all the rules for these changes, please refer to the:
Helpful information
An example of a mobile point of sale would be a patron purchasing a product while on a guided tour. The product could be available for delivery or pick-up from the store at the patron’s convenience.
Manufacturers with an on-site store endorsement don’t need to apply for this change to take effect.
Related Bulletins
- Bulletin 24-02: Sales in a manufacturer picnic area
- Bulletin 24-04: Update to guided tours and sampling at a manufacturer site
- Bulletin 23-05: Extension to direct delivery from off-site storage
Disclaimer
Bulletins are for general information and may not apply to all situations. Bulletins do not constitute legal advice nor are they a comprehensive statement of the legal obligations that arise under the Liquor Control and Licensing Act, Cannabis Control and Licensing Act, regulations, or any other applicable laws.
When interpreting and applying the information contained in the Bulletins, you are encouraged to seek advice from your professional advisors as appropriate in the circumstances.
If you have questions about this policy change, email LCRBLiquorPolicy@gov.bc.ca