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Support for restaurants announced
June 4, 2020
New initiatives will support restaurants and other businesses with a liquor licence.
Modernized Liquor Act tabled in Legislative Assembly
October 10, 2019
New Bill would replace 40-year-old Liquor Act.
Cannabis Yukon retail store to close
September 12, 2019
A tender for bids for the store and assets has been released.
Private retail cannabis licence applications available
February 18, 2019
Yukon Liquor Corporation will begin accepting private cannabis retail licence applications on February 20, 2019.
Cannabis Licensing Board announced
January 21, 2019
The selection of the first Cannabis Licensing Board members is another step towards a private sector cannabis retail model.
Regulation for private cannabis retail licensing announced
January 14, 2019
The Government of Yukon prepares for licensing of private cannabis retailers.
Cannabis Yukon opens for business October 17
October 16, 2018
Government of Yukon ready for cannabis legalization on October 17.
Liquor Act engagement What We Heard progress report released today
August 1, 2018
The report reflects the views of Yukoners on the Liquor Act review ongoing engagement process.
Check 30 aims to encourage responsible service and reduce underage drinking
May 24, 2018
The new Check 30 I.D. blitz aims to reduce minors from accessing alcohol.
Yukon Liquor Corporation identifies retail cannabis location
May 16, 2018
Yukon Liquor Corporation has secured a retail cannabis location and an additional supply agreement.