Beer Store Closures

The end of February is closing time for 23 locations of The Beer Store in Ontario but Haliburton County’s two locations will remain open for now. Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s move to sell beer, wine and coolers at more than 4,000 convenience stores across the province is now impacting The Beer Store across the province. So far, increased competition has led to store closures in Toronto, Barry’s Bay, Marmora, Geraldton, Cochrane, Stratford and Burlington. UFCW Canada Local 12R24, which represents The Beer Store workers, told CanoeFM The Beer Store is expected to keep at least 300 retail outlets open until the end of 2025. After that, it’s likely bricks and mortar locations will cease to be, resulting in the loss of good paying jobs. for 6,500 employees. Customers CanoeFM spoke to aren’t happy with the potential loss of Beer Store locations that offer both convenience and a wide variety of brands to choose from.