192 Quebec Hockey Arenas Have Licensed Bars
Over 190 Quebec hockey arenas run licensed bars, which may serve alcohol between 8 a.m. and 3 a.m.
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13 storiesnewest firstlatest September 30, 2026
Boston Board Delays Cambria Hotel Liquor License
The Boston Licensing Board has delayed its decision on an all‑alcohol liquor license for the Cambria Hotel Boston Logan in East Boston, opting to first review other pending applications in the 02128 zip code following a 2024 state allocation of fifteen licenses per zip code.
NJ Distillery Founder Moves to Hudson Valley Over State Restrictions
Gil Spaier of All Points Distillery announced a move from Newark to the Hudson Valley, blaming New Jersey's strict liquor laws. The decision reflects growing pressure on craft distilleries to seek more favorable regulatory environments.
Ontario Premier Silent on Request to Restock U.S. Alcohol
Premier Doug Ford did not comment on a request to restock American alcohol in LCBO stores, and shoppers have been unable to find U.S. beverages there for over a year.
Quebec Premier Open to US Wine Sales with Conditions
Premier Christine Fréchette said Quebec may allow U.S. wines in provincial liquor stores if certain conditions are met, indicating a possible change to existing import restrictions.
Quebec Minister Mulls Re‑Introducing U.S. Alcohol to SAQ Shelves
Quebec's agriculture minister, Christine Fréchette, is evaluating the economic case for allowing U.S. alcoholic beverages back on SAQ shelves, a move that would reverse current trade restrictions.
Quebec Premier Says Province Controls Return of U.S. Alcohol
Quebec Premier François Legault affirmed that the province will alone decide when U.S. alcoholic beverages can return to SAQ stores, keeping them off shelves for now. The move underscores Quebec's exclusive control over liquor sales amid broader Canadian discussions on easing the American alcohol ban.
Quebec Premier Rules Out U.S. Alcohol in SAQ Stores
Quebec Premier François Legault confirmed that U.S. alcoholic drinks will remain unavailable in the province’s SAQ stores, despite reports of a possible federal policy shift to lift the ban.
Quebec Microbrewery Count Declines After Two Decades of Growth
Quebec's microbrewery industry saw its first decline in 15 years during 2024-2025, ending two decades of growth. Analysts point to altered business models, rising inflation, and changing consumer drinking habits as key drivers.
Quebec Refuses to Join Canada‑Wide Direct Alcohol Sales Pact
Quebec has chosen not to sign the inter‑provincial agreement that would let alcohol producers ship directly to consumers in other provinces, making it the only province out of nine to abstain. The federal‑provincial pact proceeds without Quebec, preserving the current distribution system for the province.
Quebec Holds Off on Canada-Wide Direct Alcohol Sales Deal
Quebec has declined to join a Canada‑wide agreement that would let producers sell alcohol directly to consumers across provincial borders, leaving the province outside a pact being prepared by the federal government and nine other provinces.
Quebec Holds Off Signing Canada’s Online Alcohol Sales Pact
Quebec has not yet signed the national agreement for direct‑to‑consumer alcohol sales, while the federal government continues to develop a country‑wide online sales framework. The province’s delay leaves it outside the emerging system pending further discussions.
Ontario Pays $8M to Store $79M U.S. Alcohol Stockpile
Ontario is paying about $8 million to store a $79 million U.S. alcohol inventory, with $2.6 million of it now expired and no plan announced for its disposal.
