Expanded liquor sales would be harmful, says Thompson councillor
Politicians in Thompson believe new proposed liquor laws that could see more retailers selling alcohol would exacerbate addiction issues.
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Politicians in Thompson believe new proposed liquor laws that could see more retailers selling alcohol would exacerbate addiction issues.
Councillors feel legislation to enable alcohol sales in stores other than Liquor Mart and private beer vendors would not be beneficial for Thompson.
The mayor and council elected by Thompson residents last week officially stepped into their roles when they were sworn in Nov. 2 at City Hall.
Colleen Smook was re-elected as mayor of Thompson by voters in the Northern Manitoba city on Oct. 26, defeating Les Ellsworth and Ron Matechuk.
It’s municipal election day in Manitoba and polls are open for voters to select their next mayor and council until 8 p.m.