The British Columbia government is lowering its inhibitions on dozens of antiquated liquor rules and endorsing all 73 recommendations in a report that includes allowing grocery stores to sell alcohol.
After months of announcing and re-announcing some of the proposed changes, the government said on Friday that it fully supports suggestions made by British Columbians during a liquor policy overhaul.
Justice Minister Suzanne Anton didn't say when the recommendations would be implemented. But some of the changes, such as doing away with fencing at beer gardens and increasing alcohol variety at sporting events, could be put in place as early as the summer, she added.
Guests at B.C. hotels would be allowed to bring drinks bought at the lobby bar up to their rooms. Previously, only hotel staff were allowed to carry the liquor up. The hours when guests can receive liquor through room service will also be extended. Happy hour, an event banned for years in the province and allowing children into pubs were also part of the recommendations.
Anton said there are details that need to be worked out before all the recommendations can be implemented, and she is aiming to make legislative amendments at "the earliest opportunity."
It's about time they let kids start drinking in Pubs... Or do parents just drive home with their kids after having a few? Regardless... I'm buying milk and wine at the same time ;) party owl says Woot! Woot!
It's about time they let kids start drinking in Pubs... Or do parents just drive home with their kids after having a few? Regardless... I'm buying milk and wine at the same time ;) party owl says Woot! Woot!
