LCBO

The Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) is a Crown corporation established in 1927 to regulate and retail alcoholic beverages in Ontario. It was created under the Liquor Control Act to oversee the sale and distribution of alcohol while promoting temperance and sobriety. The LCBO operates over 660 stores across the province, designed with security features to manage consumption. As the sole wholesale purchaser of alcohol in Ontario, the LCBO manages supply chains for both domestic and international products. It offers a diverse selection of spirits, wines, beers, and ready-to-drink cocktails. The LCBO serves individual consumers aged 19 and older, as well as licensed businesses like bars and restaurants through its wholesale programs. The organization continues to enforce purchasing limits and age verification to ensure responsible access to alcohol.