First Nations authority
A First Nation has the authority to decide whether alcohol retail stores are allowed in their community. If a First Nation decides that alcohol retail stores should not be allowed within their community, the Band Council may pass a resolution and send it to connect@agco.ca. Once we receive a resolution, we will not issue licences for convenience or grocery stores to sell alcohol within that First Nations community.
Band Councils may also provide a resolution to change their decision at any time.
Please refer to section 78 of Regulation 746/21 under the Liquor Licence and Control Act, 2019 (LLCA) for full details.
List of Band Councils that have chosen not to allow alcohol retail stores within their community
| First Nations Band Council | Date the resolution was received |
|---|---|
| Alderville First Nations | August 29, 2024 |
| Wahnapitae First Nation | November 19, 2024 |