Orders, Appeals, Requests for Review, Hearings and Decisions
Compliance Orders
The LGCA uses a progressive discipline model when breaches are identified. This model begins with information and training, progresses to cautions and written warnings, then moves to escalation to management. In rare cases, breaches are referred to the LGCA’s executive director to issue a formal compliance order as prescribed in The Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Control Act.
Click on the links below to view annual summaries of compliance orders:
Appeals
The LGCA works with licensees to ensure that they understand and comply with liquor, gaming, cannabis and horse racing regulations in Manitoba. The executive director has the authority to make decisions and issue orders requiring licensees to follow certain rules or meet specific conditions.
If licensees disagree, they may escalate their concern to a higher level:
- The executive director’s decisions and orders may be appealed to the LGCA board.
- The LGCA board’s decisions may be appealed to the Court of Queen’s Bench in certain circumstances.
The appeal process allows licensees to resolve concerns and complaints promptly and fairly. Appeal hearings are open to the public, although the LGCA board may make an order that an appeal or any part of it may be closed to the public under certain circumstances.
Click here for more information on how to file an appeal and on our appeal process.
If you have been charged with a provincial offence under a Manitoba provincial statute, regulation or municipal bylaw, click here for the Guide for Defendants for Manitoba Provincial Offences that was developed by the Department of Justice.
Hearings
There are currently no hearings scheduled.
Decisions
The board’s decision on an appeal is legally binding. They may uphold, change or overturn the decision. They may also refer the matter back to the executive director for further consideration.  The board’s reasons must be included in the decision. Written decisions can be found below.Â
Written decisions prior to 2023 can be found here.
Requests for Review of Horse Racing Rulings
Horse racing licensees may request a review of a ruling within four days of receiving the written notice from race administration officials.
To request a review of a written notice, click here to download the Notice to Request Review.
Questions?
Contact us at 204-927-5300 or toll-free at 1-800-782-0363 with any questions.