Alliance of Beverage Licensees (ABLE BC)

Alliance of Beverage Licensees (ABLE BC) A united voice, a strong impact. Fighting for BC's private liquor & cannabis industry since 1975.

Join ABLE BC and the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB) for two upcoming industry education sessions on induce...
06/18/2026

Join ABLE BC and the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB) for two upcoming industry education sessions on inducements and compliance in British Columbia.

Liquor Industry Session
📅 June 24, 2026
🕜 1:30–2:30 PM PST
💻 Online

Cannabis Retail Session
📅 June 25, 2026
🕜 1:30–2:30 PM PST
💻 Online

These sessions will cover:
✔️ What constitutes an inducement
✔️ Common misconceptions and real-world examples
✔️ What is and isn’t permitted
✔️ What inspectors look for
✔️ The investigation process and what to expect
✔️ Options available to licensees
✔️ How inducements are reported, investigated, and addressed

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from LCRB and gain practical insights to help your business stay informed and compliant.

RSVP: [email protected] for the invite link.

Our latest Liquor Industry Update went out on June 11th!Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s private liquor and ho...
06/12/2026

Our latest Liquor Industry Update went out on June 11th!

Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s private liquor and hospitality industry:
🔗 Read it now: link in bio

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📩 Subscribe today through the link in bio

Here are a few highlights from this week’s edition:
➡️ Advocacy Win! BC Introduces New Licensee to Licensee Sales Pilot
➡️ Licensee to Licensee Sales FAQ
➡️ ABLE BC x LDB Liquor Session: June 22
➡️ World Cup Delivery Planning & Customer Considerations
➡️ Summer 2026 Issue of the Quarterly Pour is Out
➡️ And more

Plus, inside every newsletter:
🌿 Cannabis Corner: Advocacy Win! Reducing Licensing Delays for Low-Risk Retail 
🧠 go2HR on Tap: Build a Stronger Workplace Before the Rush
🤝 Out and About with ABLE BC
📅 Upcoming events & webinars

ABLE BC x LDB Cannabis Session: June 17 ABLE BC is pleased to host an upcoming cannabis industry session in partnership ...
06/11/2026

ABLE BC x LDB Cannabis Session: June 17

ABLE BC is pleased to host an upcoming cannabis industry session in partnership with the LDB Wholesale Cannabis, offering members a valuable opportunity to gain insights into wholesale performance trends and market activity across British Columbia.

📅 Date: Wednesday, June 17
⏰ Time: 1:30 PM PST
💻 Where: Online
🙋‍♂️ Who: LDB Cannabis & ABLE BC Cannabis Members

RSVP: Email [email protected] for invite link
 
This is a valuable opportunity for members to better understand what is driving performance in the provincial cannabis marketplace and to hear directly from LDB Cannabis on current data and trends. We look forward to seeing you there!

Our June Cannabis Industry Update is out! Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s cannabis retailers. 🔗 Read it now: ...
06/11/2026

Our June Cannabis Industry Update is out!

Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s cannabis retailers.
🔗 Read it now: link in bio

Want these updates delivered straight to your inbox?
📩 Subscribe today through the link in bio

Here are a few highlights from this month’s edition:
➡️ ABLE BC Advocacy Day in Victoria: ABLE BC & Minister Popham
➡️ Advocacy Win! Reducing Retail Licensing Delays
➡️ LDB Cannabis Session on June 17
➡️ LCRB Public Education Materials
➡️ District of North Vancouver Update: Extended Retail Hours
➡️ And more

Plus, inside every newsletter:
🌿 Member Spotlight: Truth + Alibi
🧠 go2HR: Game On! Ready for Soccer’s Biggest Event?
🤝 Out and About with ABLE BC
📅 Upcoming events & webinars

Our latest Liquor Industry Update went out on May 28th!Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s private liquor and hos...
06/04/2026

Our latest Liquor Industry Update went out on May 28th!

Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s private liquor and hospitality industry:
🔗 Read it now: link in bio

Want these updates delivered straight to your inbox?
📩 Subscribe today: link in bio

Here are a few highlights from this week’s edition:
➡️ Advocacy Day in Victoria: ABLE BC & Minister Popham
➡️ World Cup Delivery Planning & Customer Considerations 
➡️ Resources Now Available for Changes to Pay Transparency Act
➡️ BC Food & Beverage’s State of the Industry Report
➡️ Summer 2026 Issue of the Quarterly Pour is Out
➡️ And more

Plus, inside every newsletter:
🌿 Cannabis Corner: BC Cannabis Secretariat Shifts
🧠 go2HR on Tap: Is Your Team Mentally Ready for Soccer’s Biggest Event? 
🤝 Out and About with ABLE BC
📅 Upcoming events & webinars

Advocacy Win! BC Introduces New Licensee-to-Licensee Sales PilotWe’re excited to share BC’s Ministry of Agriculture and ...
05/29/2026

Advocacy Win! BC Introduces New Licensee-to-Licensee Sales Pilot

We’re excited to share BC’s Ministry of Agriculture and Food’s have announced a new three-year pilot program allowing eligible hospitality licensees to purchase alcohol directly from private liquor retailers.

ABLE BC welcomes this progressive step toward modernizing British Columbia’s liquor policies and creating greater flexibility for the hospitality sector.

Beginning May 29, 2026, eligible bars, pubs, restaurants, lounges, and catering licensees will be permitted to purchase products directly from authorized private liquor retailers across BC as part of the province’s new trial running through June 1, 2029.
 
The pilot creates new opportunities for hospitality operators to access specialty products, respond more efficiently to inventory needs, and enhance beverage offerings for customers.
 
ABLE BC views this initiative as a positive step forward for BC’s hospitality and liquor industries, strengthening collaboration across the supply chain while supporting business growth, consumer choice, and vibrant hospitality experiences throughout the province.

Learn more through the link in our bio.

Calling all hospitality and beverage industry professionals 🍸🌵ABLE BC is partnering with the Tequila & Agave Festival fo...
05/20/2026

Calling all hospitality and beverage industry professionals 🍸🌵

ABLE BC is partnering with the Tequila & Agave Festival for an exclusive Trade Tasting experience on Saturday, May 30 at the Croatian Cultural Centre in Vancouver.

Join fellow operators, bartenders, buyers, suppliers, and beverage leaders for an evening of networking, education, and connection while exploring a curated lineup of premium tequilas and agave spirits.

📍 Croatian Cultural Centre, Vancouver
🕓 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
✨ Includes access to the Agave Celebration from 9:30 PM – 11:00 PM

This is a great opportunity to deepen your product knowledge, discover emerging brands, and connect with industry peers from across BC’s hospitality community.

ABLE BC members receive 20% off tickets. Email [email protected] for the promo code.

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The latest Liquor Industry Update is out!Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s private liquor and hospitality indus...
05/19/2026

The latest Liquor Industry Update is out!
Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s private liquor and hospitality industry:
🔗 Read it now: link in bio

Want these updates delivered straight to your inbox?
📩 Subscribe today: link in bio

Here are a few highlights from this week’s edition:
➡️ RTD Direct Delivery Rollout: New Details from the LDB
➡️ Stay Inspection-Ready: ID Checks & Staff Training
➡️ Vancouver Liquor Delivery Times During World Cup
➡️ New World Cup Bylaws Now in Effect in Vancouver
➡️ Reminder: Minimum Wage Increase on June 1
➡️ And more

Plus, inside every newsletter:
🌿 Cannabis Corner: BC Cannabis Secretariat Shifts
🧠 go2HR on Tap: Health & Safety Team Huddles for Your Staff
🤝 Out and About with ABLE BC
📅 Upcoming events & webinars

The Summer 2026 issue of the Quarterly Pour is out today! Read it now: link in bio.Featured articles in this issue:🍻 Dev...
05/08/2026

The Summer 2026 issue of the Quarterly Pour is out today! Read it now: link in bio.

Featured articles in this issue:
🍻 Developing New Business in a Changing Hospitality Landscape
🍻 Improving Business Productivity in the Pub Industry
🍻 ABLE BC Member Feature: Blackcomb Liquor Store
🍻 Stop Running Ads to Strangers
🍻 Bridging the Generational Divide
🍻 ABLE BC Executive Director’s Report
🍻 And more!

The Quarterly Pour is the official publication of ABLE BC and BC liquor industry’s source of trends and leading-edge news. Visit our website to learn more about advertising opportunities.

Missed last week’s Liquor Industry Update? We’ve got you covered.Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s private liqu...
05/05/2026

Missed last week’s Liquor Industry Update? We’ve got you covered.
Catch up on the latest news impacting BC’s private liquor and hospitality industry:
🔗 Read it now: link in bio

Want these updates delivered straight to your inbox?
📩 Subscribe today: link in bio

Here are a few highlights from this week’s edition:
➡️ ABLE BC Board of Directors Nominations Now Open
➡️ 8 Vancouver Bars Land on Canada’s 50 Best Bars List
➡️ Liquor Delivery Times During World Cup
➡️ Avoid Compliance Infractions During the World Cup
➡️ Reminder: Minimum Wage Increase on June 1
➡️ And more

Plus, inside every newsletter:
🌿 Cannabis Corner: Support for 1KM Store Separation in BC
🧠 go2HR on Tap: Enhanced Safer Spaces
🤝 Out and About with ABLE BC
📅 Upcoming events & webinars

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