Consumer Choice Center

Coronavirus apps must be scrutinised for consumer privacy

Brussels, BE – The European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) recommends an EU approach to COVID-19 mobile applications, in order to standardise the approaches of member states. The apps are intended to help track and inform citizens of those they meet who have tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

Long Lines At The LCBO Shows That It's Time To Allow Grocery Stores To Sell Spirits

Toronto, ON – Ontarians from across the province are facing long lines at their local LCBO. Reduced store hours and increased demand have meant that consumers have been waiting in long lines just to enter the store to purchase their alcoholic drinks.

Liquor stores have reduced hours, so I'm trying to go while on my lunch break.

... Here's the line to get in to the LCBO... pic.twitter.com/0w9qFaWtMv

— Solez (@SolezWolf) April 9, 2020

Doug Ford Should Call The Beer Store's Bluff

Toronto, Ontario. – Doug Ford's PC Government has vowed to modernize Ontario's alcohol market by allowing for alcohol sales in corner stores. Recently, reports have emerged estimating that Ontario could be on the hook for up to $1 billion in damages if it were to expand alcohol sales, specifically as a result of violating the contract signed with The Beer Store.

The Beer Store Is Flat Out Wrong on Consumer Choice

Toronto, ON --On February 1st, Ontario's public consultation on alcohol policy officially closed. The Ford Government sought out feedback on how Ontario could modernize its alcohol market. Unfortunately, some entities, like The Beer Store, have actively pushed back against increased consumer access. The Beer Store's President Ted Moroz recently argued that if the province allows for beer sales in corner stores that "the price of beer in Ontario is likely to go up and 7,000 jobs are going to be put at risk across Ontario."