Newfoundland and Labrador happy hour laws

Restricted

Happy hour pricing is allowed, but no standard drink can cost less than $2.65 including taxes, and bars cannot give drinks away.

Last checked · Oct 19, 2026

What changed

  • Jul 15, 2025: The minimum price per standard serving rose from $1.65 to $2.65.

The rules

  1. Liquor may not be served for less than $2.65 per standard serving including taxes, with other sizes scaled in proportion.

    C.N.L.R. 1162/96, s. 36.1(1)-(2)

  2. No free alcohol, except at approved tastings and promotions.

    C.N.L.R. 1162/96, s. 36.1(3)

Happy hour in Newfoundland and Labrador

I don't list any happy hours in Newfoundland and Labrador yet.

Sources