A Newbie's Guide to Alcohol Policy

The Alcohol Policy Network offers comprehensive information on a number of aspects of alcohol policy. The following reference list offers a guide to what can be found throughout the website.

Alcohol Policy 101 - Background Information
A comprehensive overview, with extensive context and background information about alcohol policy in Canada and, particularly, Ontario.

Who is Responsible for what in Alcohol Sales and Retailing
This section summarizes the areas of responsibility of several Ontario institutions as they relate to the sale and distribution of alcohol, with particular focus on the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) and the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO).

List of Acronyms, Short-forms, and Alcohol-related Topics
There are a lot of terms in the field, and topics can be classified under more than one heading.

Teleconferences/Presentations
powerpoint presentations of teleconferences held each year to orient new professionals; includes backgrounder information on a variety of current issues.

Recommended Reading
A selected list of papers and articles intended to give a broad and comprehensive overview of the alcohol policy field.