Apply to make a permanent change to your licence
Apply to
- Change establishment or business name (operating as name)
- Request change in terms and conditions
Before you start
Each licence change has either a manual or online submission process. Be sure to read the submission instructions for the change you want to make.
You must have a Business BCeID to access the online licensing portal
- Once your BCeID has been set up, log into the liquor and cannabis licensing portal. Review and confirm your account information on the Account Profile page.
To update your information with the Liquor Distribution Branch, email:
Overview
As an Agent licensee, you can
- Apply to make a permanent change to your licence
- Notify us of a permanent change to a licensee
- Add or change a tied house exemption
Processing times for each change are approximate and may vary.
Some changes require a fee.
Change
You'll need to fill out the correct form for the type of change you want to make. Be sure to check if the change requires a manual or online submission process.
Apply to make a permanent change to a licensee
You must apply for the LCRB's approval within 10 days of making the changes listed below.
- Changes in ownership of shares
- Amalgamation of the corporation, holding company or subsidiary
- Change of directors/officers/senior managers
- Each new director/officer must submit a Personal History Summary and required documents including a Criminal Record Check.
- Licensee name changes (legal entity name)
Add or change a tied house exemption
A tied house is an association between a liquor manufacturer or agent and a liquor retailer or hospitality establishment (i.e., Food Primary, Liquor Primary) that is likely to lead the establishment to favour the manufacturer or agent's products. Refer to the Agent Licence Terms and Conditions for more information.
Use this form to apply for or change a tied house exemption.
Download the Tied House Exemption Application form (PDF, 743 KB)
To submit, refer to instructions for manual submissions.
Add or change a third party operator
A third-party operator is an individual, partnership or corporate entity hired by a licensee to manage their establishment. The licensee remains accountable for the overall operation of the licensed establishment.
Manual submissions
For applications with manual submission requirements, you can submit your application by
Scan and email
- If you submit by email and want to pay by credit card, call 1-866-209-2111 to make your payment
Print and mail to
- Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch
PO Box 9292 Stn Prov Govt
Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J8
Fax your completed application to 250-952-7066
- If you submit by email and want to pay by credit card, call 1-866-209-2111 to make your payment
In person or courier
- 400-645 Tyee Road
Victoria, B.C. V9A 6X5
Contact information
Contact the client support team