Manitoba eyes more private liquor sales, possible booze in grocery stores
The Manitoba government is planning to allow more private alcohol sales, including a pilot project that could involve grocery and convenience stores.

The Manitoba government is planning to allow more private alcohol sales, including a pilot project that could involve grocery and convenience stores.
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