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Alcohol Sales Declining in Canada - Is the Country Drinking Less?
Mar 09, 2026 | English
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Alcohol sales across Canada are showing a noticeable decline, signaling a shift in consumer habits and lifestyle choices. Recent data shows that total alcohol sales volume dropped by about 3.8% to 2.99 billion liters in 2023–2024, the largest decline recorded since Statistics Canada began tracking the data in 1949.
Experts say several factors are driving the trend: health awareness, rising prices, economic pressure, and younger Canadians choosing low-alcohol or alcohol-free alternatives. Studies also suggest that 41% of Canadians say they are drinking less, with many citing health concerns and cost of living as major reasons.
In today’s Connect FM discussion, hosts Vijay Saini and Vasu Kumar analyze why alcohol consumption is declining in Canada, how it affects the liquor industry, restaurants, and government revenues, and what this cultural shift means for the future of the Canadian beverage market.
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