All course codes purchased from MTEC are now expired. You will have to repurchase the course through the new provider, Neovation. The course can be accessed at SmartChoicesMB.ca for $25, a savings of $20.
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.
Our contact information has changed. What do we need to do?
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.
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 …
Can a liquor service licensee, manufacturer with a retail endorsement, or licensed retailer continue to use their staff to deliver liquor or cannabis, or do they have to hire a licensed delivery service?
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.
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 …
Once legal, can I transport cannabis across the United States border?
Click here to be redirected to federal government’s information on alcohol, drugs and travel.
What happens if I drive under the influence of cannabis?
The proposed Impaired Driving Offences Act responds to the impaired driving provisions in the federal government’s Bill C-46. It introduces provincial sanctions 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 regime?
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, as medical cannabis continues to be …
Will edibles be legalized on October 17th?
On October 17, 2018, only cannabis bud, flower and oils may be purchased at retail stores for home consumption. The federal government has not legalized edible products for retail sale. The federal government has stated that a framework for edible cannabis products will be created within one year after cannabis is legalized. After the federal government develops their framework for …