To locate a Rural Agency Store (RAS) in the province, please use the store locator.
The BC Liquor Distribution Branch's Rural Agency Store (RAS) Program is intended to increase consumer choice and customer service by providing the opportunity for small businesses in rural communities to sell spirits, beer, wine, cider, and coolers. RAS's are generally established in rural communities where it is not feasible for a government liquor store operation.
For interested parties, more information is available in the Rural Agency Store Program Information Package. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to open and view the document. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader, click on the "Get Acrobat Reader" button below.
Rural Agency Store Program Information Package (revised July 1, 2010)
Below are a few quick links to reference documents mentioned in the RAS Program Information Package:
- B.C. Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act
- B.C. Liquor Distribution Act
- Liquor Control and Licensing Act
