B.C. extends temporary patio program for liquor service
April 12, 2022Existing temporary expanded service area (TESA) authorizations are extended until March 31, 2023, to allow businesses more time to make the areas permanent. Businesses must apply through the Liquor and Cannabis Licensing Portal for a new outdoor patio permanent structural change (for outdoor TESAs), or a new interior service area permanent structural change (for indoor TESAs) if they wish to make existing TESAs permanent, subject to local bylaws and requirements.

For questions or more information contact
Avery Bruenjes
Director, Regulatory Affairs
abruenjes@retailcouncil.org