Minimum drink prices, restricted happy hours among new policies to curb binge drinking
Jul. 03, 2008
Beginning August 1, new province-wide rules will eliminate cheap drink specials, regulate the duration of ‘happy hours’ and limit last-call drink orders in licensed premises. - The amendments to Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission policies are designed to make provincial drinking establishments safer for staff and patrons.

New council to coordinate provincial efforts to combat liquor related violence
Jun. 17, 2008
Creating a safe environment for patrons and staff at bars and nightclubs in Alberta is the goal of the new Alberta Safer Bars Council (ASBC). - The new council will provide input to the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission (AGLC) on policy development and implementation of best practices to help reduce the number of violent incidents in and around licensed venues.

Province launches new training program to make Alberta bars safer
Feb. 1, 2008
Bar security staff encouraged to sign up for a free ProTect seminar - Reducing violence and increasing safety are the goals of a new training program for security staff working at Alberta's bars, nightclubs, and other licensed establishments.

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