Beer Tents Be Gone!

For the past little while, the provincial government of Ontario has worked towards relaxing alcohol restrictions and laws within Ontario. It was announced on Friday that next Wednesday, June 1st, the new laws, and changes to certain laws, will be enforced. Acording to John Miner of the Toronto Sun, certain new, more relaxed rules include:

• Drinking will be allowed outside of beer tents at festivals and events.
• Special events, such as weddings or charity fundraisers, can serve alcohol for an extra hour until 2 a.m.
• All-inclusive vacation packages can be sold in Ontario.
• Business owners can give a complimentary drink to customers to celebrate a special occasion, such as an anniversary.
• Street festivals can allow people to leave a bar or restaurant with a drink in hand, providing conditions are met to ensure public safety.
• Boat tours can begin serving alcohol before the boat leaves the dock.
• Businesses that are not mainly in the food and alcohol business, such as spas and art galleries, will be able to apply for a permit to serve alcohol during a special event.

Miner, John. "Ont. To Ease Liquor Laws as of Wednesday." The Toronto Sun, 27 May 2011. Web. 27 May 2011. http://www.torontosun.com/2011/05/27/ont-to-ease-liquor-laws-as-of-wednesday.

 

-Em