Liquor Licence

A liquor licence is granted by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) for the safe service of alcohol. Licences are processed by the AGCO, but may involve contacting the Township.

There are two primary types of licences that you may need to contact the Township about:

1. Special Occasion Permits (temporary - generally for special events such as a cash bar at a wedding)

2. Liquor Sales Licences (permanent - generally for restaurant type businesses to serve alcohol to patrons)

Special Occasion Permits

Among its responsibilities in the alcohol sector, the AGCO oversees the administration of the Special Occasion Permit (SOP) program, which allows for the sale and service of alcohol on special occasions, such as cash bars at weddings or private receptions, as well as larger scale events that are open to the public, such as charity fundraisers.

A SOP is required any time alcohol is offered for sale anywhere other than in a licensed establishment (such as a bar or restaurant) or a private place (such as a private office or home).

For more information on Special Occasion Permits please refer to the Special Occasion Permit Guide and visit https://www.agco.ca/ or contact the AGCO via:

iAGCO online portal
or Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm by phone at 416-326-8700 / 1-800-522-2876 (toll-free in Ontario)

A permit may be issued for the following types of events:
- Private Event: For events where only invited guests will attend. These events cannot be advertised and there can be no intent to gain or profit from the sale of alcohol at the event.
- Public Events: For events that are open to the public. Public events can be advertised and allow for fundraising/profit from the sale of alcohol.
- Tailgate Events: For Public Events that are held outdoors, in connection with, and in proximity to, an eligible live sporting event and where attendees 19 years of age or older may bring their own liquor (BYOB) for consumption at the event. These events can be advertised and the sale and/or service of alcohol are permitted at the event.
- Industry Promotional Events: For events held to promote a manufacturer’s product through sampling. There can be no intent to gain or profit from the sale of alcohol at the event.
As part of the AGCO's application process, applicants are required to provide notification that they have applied to the AGCO for a Special Occasion Permit to the following:
clerks@king.ca
ATTN: Township Clerk
2585 King Road
King City, ON
L7B 1A1
fire@king.ca
ATTN: Fire Chief
2045 King Road
King City, ON
L7B 1K2
info@yrp.ca
York Regional Police
47 Don Hillock Dr.
Aurora, ON
L4G 0S7
accessyork@york.ca
ATTN: Community and Health Services Department, York Region
York Region Administrative Centre
17250 Yonge Street
Newmarket, ON
L3Y 6Z1
Please specify that the notification is for a Special Occasions Permit for alcohol and include any relevant details such as:
- stating that alcohol will be served
- address/location
- date(s) and time(s)
- number of guests expected
- applicant(s)
- purpose/event type (i.e. wedding)
- where on the property will alcohol be served

Liquor Sales Licences

The AGCO is responsible for administering the Liquor Licence Act (LLA) and specific sections of the Liquor Control Act (LCA), which together with the regulations made under them establish the licensing and regulatory regime for most aspects relating to the sale and service of alcohol in Ontario.

Among its responsibilities in the alcohol sector, the AGCO licenses and regulates premises that sell or serve alcohol to the public for on-site consumption. This includes premises such as bars, restaurants, lounges and night clubs.

For more information on Liquor Sales Licences, visit https://www.agco.ca/ or contact the AGCO via:

iAGCO online portal
or Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm by phone at 416-326-8700 / 1-800-522-2876 (toll-free in Ontario)

As part of the application process through the AGCO, applicants are required to obtain approval from the municipal Building and Fire Departments, and the Township Clerk.
To apply for Municipal Information consent, fill out the Municipal information for Liquor Sales Licences Form, fill out Section 1, and send it to the Clerks Division.
- email: clerks@king.ca
- mail/in-person/drop-off: 2585 King Road, King City, ON L7B 1A1
An application fee payable to the Township of King will be required as per the fees and charges by-law.
An Agency Letter of Approval will also need to be obtained from York Region's Public Health Division. Contact information:
accessyork@york.ca
ATTN: Community and Health Services Department, York Region
York Region Administrative Centre
17250 Yonge Street
Newmarket, ON
L3Y 6Z1

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