Liquor Management

The LIQUOR MANAGEMENT line of business includes the Nunavut Liquor Commission and the licensing and enforcement of liquor regulations.
The Liquor Revolving Fund was established under the Liquor Act and provides working capital to finance and administer the operations of both the Commission and the Nunavut Liquor Licensing Board.

Objectives:

  • To ensure the lawful purchase, sale, classification and distribution of liquor in Nunavut.
  • To promote compliance with liquor-control legislation and regulations by cooperating with user groups and other agencies and by educating the public about the Liquor Act and Regulations.
  • To implement strategies, activities, procedures and programs to ensure that liquor licensees are aware of their responsibilities and obligations, and to ensure their compliance with, the Liquor Act and Regulations.
  • To advise the Minister on all matters of policy, education, legislation and administration related to licensing and enforcement as prescribed in the Act.

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