02-06-2018, 12:39 PM
(02-06-2018, 09:13 AM)MidTowner Wrote: ...others I know tell me about when the LCBO issued individual permits, individuals’ purchases were recorded by clerks, and consumers could be restricted explicitly from buying alcohol in any quantity.
Indeed, in the olden days up to the 1960s there was no stock on open display, you had to fill out a ticket with your desired purchases and present that at a window, and (if approved) your order would be passed along wrapped in paper bags.
Permits are still required for notably large purchases - my brother and I were in charge of getting the alcohol supply for his wedding reception, and due to the volume of the purchase he had had to get an event permit for that ahead of time.