The Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) has the responsibility to classify licensed liquor premises or portions of such premises as off-limits to persons under the age of 21 years and it is generally a misdemeanor for any person under 21 years old to enter or remain in any such areas.
Individuals who are 18 years and older may be in age-restricted liquor establishments during the course of their employment as:
Employees who are at least 18 years old and work for a facility with a license as: (1) a beer and/or wine restaurant or private club; (2) a snack bar; (3) a spirits, beer, and wine restaurant or private club; (4) catering; or (5) a sports entertainment facility are permitted to enter restricted areas. Employees of these licensees that are under 21 years of age must remain in the restricted areas no longer than is necessary to carry out their duties and are not permitted to perform activities or functions of a bartender. Such employees may:
During the COVID-19 pandemic until September 30, 2022, the LCB allowed all age-restricted liquor establishments to hire individuals 18 years and older for limited job duties if the licensee ensured that any employee who is under 21 years of age:
Individuals that are at least 18 years of age may be employed by any liquor licensee to perform services unrelated to the sale or service of alcohol in the course of their employment as a dishwasher, cook, chef, sanitation specialist, or other kitchen staff, but the individual:
House | 84 | 13 | |
Senate | 44 | 4 |
July 23, 2023
The Governor vetoed section 3 of the bill that established that the act was necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, or safety, or support of the state government and its existing public institutions, and would take effect immediately