As the provincial government gears up to revise the laws governing the distribution of beer, wine, and spirits in Ontario, a Brock University expert suggests this could bring about a significant shift in the way alcohol is bought in the province.
Professor Dan Malleck anticipates changes starting with The Beer Store, potentially ending its near-monopoly and allowing alcohol sales in private retail outlets.
Malleck notes potential positive outcomes for consumers, such as increased choice, but warns of challenges, including the impact on workers and the environment.