Liquor Container Registration

Liquor Bulletin

February 22, 2024

This bulletin is to advise liquor agencies and manufacturers of important amendments to Section 3.13 of the Liquor Agency Handbook and Section 4.4 of the Liquor Manufacturer Handbook (LMH).

Effective immediately, agencies and manufacturers are required to register liquor beverage containers directly with the Beverage Container Management Board (BCMB).

The updated policy handbooks may be accessed on AGLC’s website at aglc.ca.

Additional information regarding AGLC’s commitment to a modern regulatory environment that supports consumer choice, innovation and economic growth can be found on AGLC’s website at aglc.ca/modernization.

Please familiarize yourself with the amended policy and ensure all affected staff are notified of these changes.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact AGLC’s Liquor Services Branch at product@aglc.ca or the BCMB at registrations@bcmb.ab.ca.