Language

Google Translate Disclaimer

A number of pages on the Government of Saskatchewan's website have been professionally translated in French. These translations are identified by a yellow box in the right or left rail that resembles the link below. The home page for French-language content on this site can be found at:

Renseignements en Français

Where an official translation is not available, Google™ Translate can be used. Google™ Translate is a free online language translation service that can translate text and web pages into different languages. Translations are made available to increase access to Government of Saskatchewan content for populations whose first language is not English.

Software-based translations do not approach the fluency of a native speaker or possess the skill of a professional translator. The translation should not be considered exact, and may include incorrect or offensive language. The Government of Saskatchewan does not warrant the accuracy, reliability or timeliness of any information translated by this system. Some files or items cannot be translated, including graphs, photos and other file formats such as portable document formats (PDFs).

Any person or entities that rely on information obtained from the system does so at his or her own risk. Government of Saskatchewan is not responsible for any damage or issues that may possibly result from using translated website content. If you have any questions about Google™ Translate, please visit: Google™ Translate FAQs.

Liquor Retail Modernization Act, 2016 Introduced

Released on June 6, 2016

The Government of Saskatchewan introduced The Liquor Retail Modernization Act, 2016 today to help create a level playing field for all liquor retailers in the province.

“Saskatchewan’s current retail liquor system is an uneven playing field that does not put the consumer first,” Minister responsible for the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) Don McMorris said.  “This legislation will even the playing field and usher in the most significant changes that our liquor retailing system has seen in the last 50 years.”

The focus of the amendments is the creation of a single permit for all businesses that retail beverage alcohol in the province. The new retail store permit will apply to existing SLGA stores, rural franchises, private liquor stores and off-sale outlets as well as new operators entering the market.

In November 2015, Government announced changes that will see an expanded private liquor retail system in Saskatchewan. This will include the conversion of 40 government liquor stores to private opportunities and the addition of 12 new retail opportunities.

“These 52 retail opportunities will be awarded through a competitive Request for Proposal process which will be announced in the coming weeks,” McMorris said.  “Once implemented, this new liquor retail system will offer consumers more choice, convenience and competitive pricing.”

-30-

For more information, contact:

David Morris
Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority
Regina
Phone: 306-787-1721
Email: dmorris@slga.gov.sk.ca

We need your feedback to improve saskatchewan.ca. Help us improve