Alcohol Laws in Canada

In Ontario, anyone 19 years of age or older may buy liquor or wine from the "LCBO" (government-run liquor stores). Beer may be purchased from "The Beer Store". These outlets are located throughout Ontario.

Domestic wines are also available from retail wine stores in most of our larger cities. Many hotels, lounges and restaurants are licensed to serve alcohol. In these venues, alcohol may be consumed from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Monday to Saturday and on Sunday from noon to 11 p.m.

In Ontario it is an offence to consume alcohol in any place other than a residence or a licensed premise. Please note: Driving any motorized vehicle (including boats) while impaired is illegal in Ontario. In addition to this, you can be convicted for refusing to take breathalyzer test or for having a breathalyzer reading of more than 80 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood.

Liquor and Beer Stores

Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) Stores

1. 5389 Ferry Street, 357-4360, Mon-Fri 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
2. 4694 Victoria Ave, 358-8532, Mon-Fri 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
3. Town & Country Plaza, 356-3972, Mon-Fri 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

The Beer Store

1. 4670 Bridge St, 354-3663 Mon-Fri 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
2. 6757 Lundy's Lane, 354-5521, Mon-Fri 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
3. 3739 Portage Road, 354-4337, Mon-Fri 10 a.m. - 10 p.m