Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Ontario’s AGCO says it licenses eligible grocery stores to sell specified alcoholic beverages and oversees responsible sales under the province’s regulatory framework. The LCBO is the sole wholesaler of record for beverage alcohol products sold to licensed grocery stores.
Licensed grocery stores must source beverage alcohol through the LCBO under the stated wholesale arrangement.
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Ontario’s Alcohol and Gaming Commission (AGCO) says illegal gambling poses a significant threat to the public. Its environmental analysis also describes digital platforms, mobile applications and emerging technologies as factors changing the global gaming and lottery sectors.
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario revised its monetary penalty schedule on 11 August 2026 after amendments to liquor licensing and permit regulations. Changes cover retail pricing and sales, liquor delivery, and a new permit allowing attendees aged 19 and over to bring alcohol to designated events.
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) updated its schedule of monetary penalties under the Liquor Licence and Control Act, 2019 on 11 August 2026, the regulator said in an information bulletin. The schedule was set by the AGCO board and approved by the Attorney General of Ontario after amendments to the Act's regulations. The revised schedule introduces new and revised penalties to reflect changes to regulatory requirements for certain licensees and permit holders.
Ontario’s AGCO lottery standards prohibit selling tickets to people under 18 or to specified groups, including people who appear intoxicated. The rules also restrict who may play or win prizes and require operators and sellers to monitor and prevent prohibited betting activities.
The AGCO’s French-language document describes standards for Ontario’s lottery sector and says its edition replaces earlier versions. It sets out six risk areas, including responsible gambling, prohibited access, game integrity, public safety and illegal gambling activity.
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario lists official thoroughbred rulings, including decisions dated 24 October 2026. The page also includes sections for standardbred and quarter horse decisions and archives.