Nova Scotia launches public survey on alcohol retail expansion

Thursday, May 29, 2025, 10:21 am

Nova Scotia’s government has initiated a month-long public survey to gauge community support for expanding alcohol sales to retail outlets, including corner stores. Officials are keen to balance economic benefits with responsible distribution, assessing local appetite amid ongoing debates over accessibility and regulatory oversight.

globalnews.ca / Nova Scotia to survey public on expanding retail sale of alcohol

Nova Scotia has announced a month-long public survey as it considers expanding alcohol sales to various retail outlets like corner stores.

thestar.com / Nova Scotia to survey public on expanding retail sale of alcohol

HALIFAX - Nova Scotia has announced a month-long public survey as it considers expanding alcohol sales to various retail outlets like corner stores.

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