This map shows locations of liquor stores in west-end Toronto. The blue circles are 2km in diameter. The red circle shows the equivalent catchment area for a potential store on Roncesvalles at Howard Park Ave.
The government has a monopoly on liquor sales in Ontario, and so isn't always totally customer-friendly. But but situating store in walkable neighbourhoods, the LCBO can encourage people to shop local. This is not only convenient for consumers, but environmentally friendly, and helpful for other neighbourhood retailers who's success contribute to vibrant and safe streets.
