CHARLOTTETOWN β Eight premiers said Tuesday they would start allowing people in their provinces to buy alcohol directly from producers anywhere in the country. The agreement was announced during the Council of the Federation meeting in Prince Edward Island.
The premiers of British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island signed on to the initiative. Quebec and Newfoundland and Labrador did not participate. The plan aims to reduce interprovincial trade barriers, a long-standing issue in Canada.
Under the agreement, consumers will be able to order wine, beer, and spirits directly from out-of-province producers for personal use. Details on implementation timelines and specific regulations are expected to be finalized by individual provinces. The move is seen as a step toward greater economic integration within Canada.
