Why is my establishment age-restricted when it wasn’t before?

The age-restricted category is assigned to those licence holders whose business is primarily liquor service and/or other activity that is intended for adults only. Age-restricted licence holders may apply for an authorization to allow minors under certain circumstances.

What changes do license holders have to make right away?

Most of your operations will not change. Some businesses will become age-restricted that weren’t previously. Any terms and conditions and authorizations in effect before the change will continue to be in effect.

What’s new about the course?

The new Smart Choices programs have updated training material, are more interactive and accessible, and have a lower cost.

I work in the hospitality industry and my Smart Choices certification recently expired or is expiring soon. When do I need to take the course?

You must maintain a valid Smart Choices certificate to handle liquor in a licensed retail or service establishment. If you previously took your Smart Choices certification through MTEC, the expiry date on your card continues to apply. If your Smart Choices certification is expiring soon, you must complete the course again before the expiry date.

I want to buy new course codes in bulk. How can I do that?

Bulk purchases are available from the new service provider through this webpage: Bulk Purchases – Smart Choices Certification (smartchoicesmb.ca) If you have questions about making your purchase, contact the service provider’s support team at SmartChoices@SmarterU.com.