Authentication of Critical Software
6.1.1 A mechanism shall be built into the ELS to verify the integrity of the Critical Software that is deployed to production, including before changes are implemented as well as on an ongoing basis, to ensure approved software is being used with no unauthorized changes.
6.1.2 At a minimum, the ELS must be successfully authenticated:
A Caterer’s Endorsement allows distilleries that hold a By-the-Glass Endorsement to sell and serve their products at catered events at locations away from the manufacturer’s licensed premises.
The sale and service of liquor under a Caterer’s Endorsement must be primarily aimed at promoting the licensee’s product and either providing an enhanced tourist experience or fulfilling an educational purpose.
A Caterer’s Endorsement allows breweries that hold a By-the-Glass Endorsement to sell and serve their products at catered events at locations away from the manufacturer’s licensed premises.
The sale and service of liquor under a Caterer’s Endorsement must be primarily aimed at promoting the licensee’s product and either providing an enhanced tourist experience or fulfilling an educational purpose.
A Caterer’s Endorsement allows wineries that hold a By-the-Glass Endorsement to sell and serve their products at catered events at locations away from the manufacturer’s licensed premises.
The sale and service of liquor under a Caterer’s Endorsement must be primarily aimed at promoting the licensee’s product and either providing an enhanced tourist experience or fulfilling an educational purpose.
Authorized cannabis retail stores are permitted to offer delivery and curbside pick-up services
Note: Cannabis retail stores are not permitted to operate entirely or predominantly as delivery businesses.
Q: What is AGCO’s approved method of destruction?
A: There is no approved method, but your method of choice must comply with Registrar’s Standard 3.0.
Q: What if I have no information to input?
A: Then a value of 0 should be used. Blanks should not be used.
Q: If I want to use my inventory as a display, can I do that through an inventory adjustment?
A: No, all displays must be purchased at a cost greater than $0.00.
You can apply for and manage any AGCO licence, endorsement or permit, including those described in this guide, online, through the iAGCO portal.
Network Infrastructure
7.1.1 Communication protocol among ELS components over network infrastructure must be secure, must maintain Lottery Game integrity, and must prevent any unauthorized access to Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
7.1.2 Network components must have synchronized time to preserve logging and auditing capability.
The AGCO is responsible for licensing eligible grocery store operators to sell beer and cider or beer and wine, and ensuring that these products are sold responsibly and in accordance with Ontario’s regulatory framework.
