Archive Month: June 2016

June 27, 2016

The LCLB has released Policy Directive 16-10: providing samples in a socially responsible manner (Liquor Policy Review Recommendation #59).  Licensee retail stores and wine stores are now permitted to sell samples when conducting their own…

June 23, 2016

A reminder to ABLE BC Members: new laws around the sale, promotion, and use of e-cigarettes will come into effect in BC on September 1, 2016. BC Government states: “The Tobacco and Vapour Products Control…

June 23, 2016

On June 7th, government announced a new partnership designed to increase skills training opportunities for small businesses in BC: “British Columbia’s small business owners can now receive one-on-one expert assistance to help them successfully access…

June 23, 2016

Compliance checks can be an integral part of your due diligence program at your liquor store or pub. Ensure your staff are following compliance and checking for 2 pieces of ID. Sting Investigations is offer…

June 21, 2016

For over 21 years, BWI Business World, a BC family-owned and operated business, has been ABLE BC's preferred supplier for all paper, ink, labels, and specialized liquor store and pub products. They have recently expanded their…

June 09, 2016

We have been advised by BDL of an increase to the container recycling fee (CRF) for metal beverage alcohol cans from $0.00 per unit $0.01 per unit. This change is to be effective as of…

June 09, 2016

On June 8th, the LCLB released Policy Directive 16-09 to clarify several existing policies. These changes are summarized below. Download the full directive here: http://www.pssg.gov.bc.ca/lclb/docs-forms/policy-directive-2016-09.pdf. 1)      Clarification on the identification requirements  Licensees are responsible for…

June 09, 2016

Help protect your licensed business asset against contraventions: download our sample Due Diligence Package BC liquor laws leave it up to the licensee to ensure they are following responsible service of alcohol guidelines. Liquor permits…

June 09, 2016

ABLE BC has worked with our Associate Member Barnet Group to develop a monthly online pricing guide and offer it exclusively to ABLE BC members free of charge. Visitwww.barnetnetwork.com to download the June 2016 edition…

June 09, 2016

ABLE BC is pleased to introduce a new affinity partner: Mills Office Productivity. They are committed to providing our members with competitive pricing and personalized service to best accommodate your individual needs. Mills is a…