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Saturday, January 26, 2008

Liquor prices could reflect alcohol content


By Michael Kane, Vancouver Sun
Published: Wednesday, January 23, 2008

VANCOUVER - Booze prices in British Columbia could soon reflect alcohol content - and potential for social harm - if proposals for the coming provincial budget are adopted.

The idea, proposed by the University of Victoria's Centre for Addictions Research, is to promote healthier choices by charging more for drinks that pack a heavier punch and less for weaker and mid-strength drinks.
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