From Thursday, thousands of convenience stores will be allowed to sell products that were exclusive to The Beer Store, the LCBO and the Wine Rack for years.
is preparing for a future where it is just one of thousands of places people can grab a can or bottle on the way home.
As part of that deal, to ultimately deliver alcohol to as many as 8,500 new locations, the province agreed to pay The Beer Store $225 million and allow its stores to diversify what they offer. The language of the agreement between the Ontario government and The Beer Store also allows it to sell lottery tickets but bans it from stocking either tobacco or cannabis.Unifor applies to represent workers at Walmart warehouse in OntarioUnifor applies to represent workers at Walmart warehouse in OntarioMontreal melon, once thought to be extinct, makes a comeback“We see this as a new chapter for The Beer Store and we’re excited to compete.
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