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B.C. And Saskatchewan Open Up Liquor Markets

Darpan News Desk Darpan, 27 Nov, 2014 11:14 AM

REGINA - British Columbia's liquor market could be opening to Saskatchewan consumers under proposed legislation that aims to eliminate inter-provincial trade barriers.

Don McMorris, minister responsible for the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority, says consumers will be able to have purchases of B.C. wine and craft spirits shipped to their doorsteps if the proposal becomes law.

McMorris says the legislation would also give some Saskatchewan producers the opportunity to sell in B.C., which boasts a larger market.

He adds that officials still need to work out the details.

The minister released a paper last month looking at the future of liquor retailing within Saskatchewan.

It suggested everything from the status quo to expanded government involvement to Alberta-style, fully private retailers.

The government is seeking public input on the options.

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