Delivery Licence

Yes. As of December 17, 2021, any organization, association, group or partnership, corporation or any other business must be licensed by the LGCA to deliver liquor and/or cannabis in Manitoba. Third-party delivery companies that were previously screened or authorized to deliver liquor or retail cannabis on behalf of a licensed supplier may request an interim approval to continue delivery operations until March 31, 2022. Interim approvals will be considered for companies pursuing licensing with the LGCA. A delivery licence must be obtained prior to March 31, 2022. In order to avoid disruptions in operations, applications must be submitted by February 17, 2022.

A retail or service licensee may use their own staff to deliver liquor or cannabis as per the terms and conditions specific to their licence. There is no requirement to use a licensed delivery service to deliver liquor or cannabis.

Smart Choices is Manitoba’s responsible service training program, which includes a responsible gambling module. All persons delivering liquor or cannabis must successfully complete Smart Choices and must ensure proof of completion of the course is carried on their person during the course of their duties. Upon request, proof of successful completion of the course must be presented to a liquor or cannabis licensee, or inspector.

You must notify the LGCA in writing of any changes to your business entity, principals or location. This includes changes in contact information, shareholders or the sale of the business.