My liquor licence was suspended — can I appeal?

Yes, to the Licence Appeal Tribunal, within the deadline in the notice. Get advice quickly, because suspension takes effect while an appeal proceeds in many cases.

Can neighbours object to a liquor licence?

Yes. There is a public objection process during the application period, and objections can lead to a LAT hearing.

AGCO Ontario — Liquor, Cannabis Retail & Gaming Licensing

Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO)

The AGCO licenses and regulates liquor sales, cannabis retail, gaming and horse racing in Ontario. For businesses, the practical issues are licence eligibility, conditions, and enforcement action against an existing licence — and refusals or revocations are appealed to the Licence Appeal Tribunal, not to court.

What it does

Issues liquor licences and cannabis retail authorisations
Registers gaming suppliers and regulates lottery and casino gaming
Regulates horse racing
Takes enforcement action including suspension and revocation

Matters it hears

Liquor licence applications, conditions and objections
Cannabis retail store authorisations
Gaming registration and eligibility
Enforcement, monetary penalties and revocations

Appeals & review

Appeals generally go to Licence Appeal Tribunal (LAT).

Appeal and review deadlines are short and strictly applied. Treat the decision date as the start of a clock.

Frequently Asked Questions

My liquor licence was suspended — can I appeal?: Yes, to the Licence Appeal Tribunal, within the deadline in the notice. Get advice quickly, because suspension takes effect while an appeal proceeds in many cases.
Can neighbours object to a liquor licence?: Yes. There is a public objection process during the application period, and objections can lead to a LAT hearing.

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General information about jurisdiction and process, not legal advice. LegalCounselNearMe is not a law firm and is not affiliated with Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). Procedures, forms and fees change — the official site is authoritative.