We sold our business. What do we do next?

Any sale of a business entity that has a delivery licence must be reported to the LGCA at least 10 business days prior to the closing date of the sale. The new owners must apply for a licence to operate the delivery service before taking ownership.

What is Smart Choices? Do I need this training?

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 …

My delivery service has been delivering liquor and/or cannabis for several years. Do I still need a 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 …

What happens if I drive under the influence of cannabis?

The Impaired Driving Offences Act responds to the impaired driving provisions in the federal government’s Bill C-46. It introduces provincial penalties for drivers who fail oral fluid drug screening devices and for drivers who commit one of the new Criminal Code offences that will be created in Bill C-46. The Impaired Driving Offences Act establishes tough provincial sanctions meant to prevent persons from …

How does the LGCA fit into the medical cannabis system?

The LGCA is not involved in any aspect of Health Canada’s medical cannabis program. Authorized medical cannabis users registered with Health Canada will still be able to grow cannabis themselves or designate someone else to grow on their behalf for personal use. Provincial laws do not address medical cannabis production or sales in any way. Medical cannabis continues to be regulated …

Are there things that people can’t do in Manitoba?

Under Manitoba’s cannabis laws, it’s illegal to: Buy or consume cannabis if you’re under 19. Buy for or give cannabis to a person under 19. Use cannabis in public, except for topical products. Grow more than four non-medical cannabis plants in their home.