Alcohol Risk Management Policy
The Alcohol Risk Management Policy consists of a range of measures designed to prevent alcohol-related problems and to increase the enjoyment of those who use the facilities. By reducing the potential for alcohol-related problems, the City and event organizers concurrently reduce their liability. Policy measures will assist in reducing excessive drinking practices.
The Alcohol Risk Management Policy is appended below.
Facilities Eligible For Special Occasion Permits:
Indoor |
Outdoor |
McMeeken Centre |
Clergue Park |
John Rhodes Community Centre |
North Street Field/Park |
ESSAR Centre |
Queen Elizabeth Park |
Senior Citizens Drop-In Centre |
James Elliott Park |
Steelton Seniors Centre |
Strathclair Complex |
Ermatinger•Clergue National Historic Site |
Roberta Bondar Park |
West End Community Centre |
Hours of Operation for Special Occasion Permits:
Indoor:
11 a.m. to 2 a.m. – Monday to Saturday
12 noon to 2 a.m. – Sunday
11 a.m. to 3 a.m. – New Year's Eve (December 31st) |
Outdoor:
11 a.m. to 11 p.m. – Monday to Saturday
12 noon to 11 p.m. – Sunday
The municipality will not permit the sale or consumption of alcohol at "youth only" events unless there is a licensed lounge at the facility. |
Conditions for Special Occasion Permits:
Anyone who wishes to serve alcohol at a designated site must complete an agreement form that stipulates the conditions under which alcohol may be served.
In addition, the responsible person must obtain a Special Occasion Permit from the AGCO – Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario.
For more information, the following document is available for download:
Alcohol Risk Management Policy