Serve It Right (Manitoba) practice questions and answers 2026. Tap an option to test yourself — you'll see the correct answer and a plain-English explanation for every question. Free, no login.
Q1Which provincial body is responsible for licensing and regulating liquor service in British Columbia?
✓ Correct answer: C. The Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB)
In BC the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB) administers liquor licences and enforces the rules. This differs from Ontario, where the AGCO plays that role.
Topic: BC Liquor Law & the LCRB
Q2Which piece of legislation sets out the main rules for serving liquor in British Columbia?
✓ Correct answer: B. The Liquor Control and Licensing Act (LCLA) and its Regulation
The Liquor Control and Licensing Act (LCLA) and the Liquor Control and Licensing Regulation are the primary laws governing licensed liquor service in BC.
Topic: BC Liquor Law & the LCRB
Q3In British Columbia, who must hold a valid Serving It Right certificate?
✓ Correct answer: A. Licensees, managers, and anyone who serves or supervises the service of liquor
Serving It Right is mandatory in BC for licensees, managers, servers, and others who sell, serve, or supervise the service of liquor.
Topic: BC Liquor Law & the LCRB
Q4What is the Serving It Right program in British Columbia?
✓ Correct answer: C. BC's mandatory responsible beverage service certification program
Serving It Right is BC's legally required responsible beverage service program, administered by go2HR, that teaches servers how to serve liquor safely and lawfully.
Topic: BC Liquor Law & the LCRB
Q5Who carries out compliance inspections of licensed establishments in BC?
✓ Correct answer: B. Liquor and cannabis inspectors (and police)
Provincial liquor and cannabis inspectors, supported by police, monitor licensed premises for compliance with the LCLA and licence terms.
Topic: BC Liquor Law & the LCRB
Q6A 'liquor primary' licence in BC is best described as a licence for an establishment whose main purpose is:
✓ Correct answer: D. Serving liquor, such as a bar, pub, or nightclub
A liquor primary licence covers establishments focused on liquor service (bars, pubs, lounges). A food primary licence is for restaurants where food service is the main activity.
Topic: BC Liquor Law & the LCRB
Q7What is a Special Occasion Licence (SOL) used for in British Columbia?
✓ Correct answer: A. Authorizing liquor service at a one-time private or public event
A Special Occasion Licence authorizes liquor service for a specific one-time event, such as a wedding, festival, or fundraiser. The licensee is still responsible for responsible service.
Topic: BC Liquor Law & the LCRB
Q8Which of the following can result from serious or repeated liquor law violations at a BC establishment?
✓ Correct answer: C. Monetary penalties, licence suspension, or cancellation
The LCRB can impose monetary penalties and suspend or cancel a licence for contraventions, and individuals can face fines or charges.
Topic: BC Liquor Law & the LCRB
Q9Liquor service hours at a BC establishment are determined primarily by:
✓ Correct answer: B. The terms and conditions of the establishment's licence
Permitted service hours are set by the licence's terms and conditions (and any local government restrictions); they are not chosen freely by staff.
Topic: BC Liquor Law & the LCRB
Q10Under BC rules, a licensed establishment must:
✓ Correct answer: D. Operate within the conditions of its licence and the LCLA
Licensees must operate within their licence conditions and the Liquor Control and Licensing Act; breaches can lead to enforcement action.
Topic: BC Liquor Law & the LCRB
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