Liquor Licence

A liquor sales licence is required for on-premise sale, service and consumption of alcoholic beverages. Application packages are available through the AGCO website or from your local LCBO. You must complete and submit a Municipal Information Form along with a copy of your application to the Burlington planning and building department before applying for your AGCO liquor sales licence.

Changes or additions to existing licensed areas require an application to the City of Burlington. Application packages are available through the AGCO website. You must complete and submit a Municipal Information Form along with a copy of your application to the Burlington planning and building department before applying for your AGCO licence.

Changes to buildings or patios that result in an increased occupant load may require a new liquor sales licence application.

The area covered by a valid Liquor Sales Licence may be temporarily extended for a period of no longer than 14 days. Temporary extensions can be applied for on the AGCO website. Application forms must be received at least 30 days prior to the event.

A copy of your notification letter must also be submitted to the City of Burlington, planning and building department specifying the:

• date and time of the event
• exact location
• capacity of the proposed licensed area
• the nature of the event

A Special Occasion Permit is required to sell or serve liquor at an event in any location other than a licensed establishment, residence or private place. A private place is an indoor location not generally open to the public or not open to the public at the time of the event.

Special Occasion Permits are intended for occasional use only (not-for-profit organizations) and categorized as sale, no sale and auction. Special occasions include: 

• weddings
• receptions
• charitable fundraisers
• community festivals
• auctions

Pick up an application form at a designated LCBO or apply online at AGCO website. Applications for outdoor events must be submitted at least 30 days in advance, and for indoor events at least 10 days in advance.

Once you have obtained your Special Occasion permit, please notify the City of Burlington, planning and building department by fax at 905-335-7876.

• Guide to Applying for a Liquor Licence
• Municipal Information Form
• Municipal Information Form Requirements
• Alcohol and Gaming Commission
• Temporary Liquor License Extension / SOP No Objection Letter Checklist