Author: Clint Curtis

Can You Take A Baby In A Taxi Canada?

Generally speaking, whilst the driver is responsible for all passengers under the age of 16 and must ensure they are using a suitable car seat / restraint system, taxi drivers are exempt meaning you can travel in a taxi with children, without a child car seat in Canada. Do babies need car seats in taxis […]

Do You Need A Liquor License In Canada?

If you intend to serve alcohol at your restaurant, you will need to apply for a Liquor Licence. These include: Food primary licence: for selling liquor by the glass at businesses (restaurants) where the primary purpose is to serve food. Do you need a license to serve alcohol in Canada? From: Canada Revenue Agency The […]

When Was Unleaded Gas Banned In Canada?

1990. Canada phased out leaded gasoline in 1990, although a controversial amendment allowed it to be used in race cars right up until 2010. Taking lead out of gas also took it out of people. When did Canada stop leaded gasoline? 1990Canada fully banned the use of leaded gas in passenger vehicles in 1990, with […]

Who Is Responsible For Liquor Laws In Canada?

The Government of Canada develops and maintains overarching laws, policies and regulations for alcoholic beverages that govern areas such as labelling and packaging requirements, compositional standards, geographical indications, and excise duties. Who regulates alcohol in Canada? Health CanadaAt the federal level, Health Canada regulates alcohol under the regulations for food, through the Food and Drugs […]

What Is The Oldest Brewery In Canada?

Moosehead Breweries Limited is Canada’s oldest independent brewery, located in Saint John, New Brunswick. The brewery was founded in 1867 and is privately owned and operated by the Oland family. What is the oldest brewery still in operation? Brauerei WeihenstephanWeihenstephan Abbey (Kloster Weihenstephan) was a Benedictine monastery in Weihenstephan, now part of the district of […]

Why Did Molson Come To Canada?

A Journey To Canada At age 18, John Molson sailed on a leaking ship from England to Canada, with a thirst for a better beer in a new country. In 1786, he founded the Molson Brewery, the oldest brewery in North America, and subsequently, Canada’s second oldest company. Why did John Molson come to Canada? […]

Does Health Canada Regulate Alcohol?

At the federal level, Health Canada regulates alcohol under the regulations for food, through the Food and Drugs Act (FDA) and the Food and Drug Regulations (FDR). How is alcohol regulated in Canada? In Canada, there is no federally defined age for legal alcohol purchase or consumption. Each province and territory is free to set […]