THE ALLIANCE OF BEVERAGE LICENSEES
THE VOICE OF BC’S PRIVATE LIQUOR AND CANNABIS INDUSTRIES
About Us
BC’s Alliance of Beverage Licensees (ABLE BC) is a relentless advocate for business owners in the private liquor and cannabis industries. We give you a powerful seat at the table, ensuring your concerns are heard and addressed by government.
A non-profit organization funded by membership dues, our mission is to educate and empower our members.
We work with all levels of government to create business-friendly policies and enhance private sector opportunities in a highly regulated industry.
Our Impact
Our reputation comes from fifty years of success in securing business-friendly policy wins. ABLE BC is your trusted partner, working tirelessly to build a prosperous future for our industries.
Since our founding in 1975 as the Neighbourhood Pub Owners Association (rebranded as the Alliance of Beverage Licensees in 2004), we have been at the centre of every significant policy conversation impacting our members.
We succeed by building lasting relationships with all levels of government and fostering partnerships across complementary industries.
Our recent policy wins are listed below. Visit our advocacy page to learn more about our policy priorities.
Retail Wins
Extended the moratorium on new licensees to 2032
Allow private liquor retailers to sell to Special Event Permit holders
Ensured liquor retail was declared an essential service during the pandemic
Permanently extended liquor store opening hours
Liquor Primary Wins
Secured permanent wholesale pricing for hospitality customers
Permanently allow liquor sales, including cocktails, with takeaway and delivery meals
Removed Provincial Health Officer restrictions on liquor service hours
Secured $200 million of direct financial support for your businesses
learn more about our advocacy work
Our Team
ABLE BC is governed by an elected Board of 12 regionally-based Directors and employs a full-time Executive Director and staff at our downtown Vancouver office.
Join Today
The challenges of recent years have dramatically impacted your businesses. ABLE BC has felt these effects too. Our success is tied to your success.
We need each other now more than ever. Join the fight and become a member today. Without your support, we can’t advocate on your behalf.
liquor store or pub membership
Support our advocacy work
Exclusive member benefits and discounts
Direct access to latest industry information and policy expertise
cannabis store membership
Support our advocacy work
Exclusive member benefits and discounts
Direct access to latest industry information and policy expertise
Associate membership
Get in front of liquor and cannabis decision-makers
Support BC’s cannabis and private liquor industries
Direct access to latest industry information and policy expertise