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Alberta
Population: 3,200,000+
The most liberal of the provinces, Alberta’s provincial government serves primarily as a warehouser and tax collector, leaving the importing and retailing sectors to conduct business freely.
British Columbia
Population: 4,000,000+
The Government operates more than 200 liquor stores in BC. Private sector operates three times that number, but all of their products must be purchased through the government monopoly, which determines what can be sold and at what price. Of all the provinces, B.C. has the highest taxes on a percentage basis – more than 115%!!! .
Manitoba
Population: 1,100,000+
Here, monopoly controls about 95% of the retail market. Retail-driven marketplace with a handful of private wine shops. Taxes and monopoly mark-ups close to 95%.
Ontario
Population: 11,000,000+
Canada's largest province is a 100% government monopoly. The LCBO operates over 600 stores and encourages active marketing and promotional activity to build brands.
Saskatchewan
Population: 900,000+
100% monopoly-controlled retail with a 90% mark-up tax.
Quebec
Population: 7,600,000+
In Quebec the SAQ monopoly controls 100% of all distribution within the market place. This beautiful province has a wonderful wine and food culture. The two largest cities are Montreal and Quebec City.
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