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Manitoba Donates $2.6M from U.S. Liquor Sales to Charity

12/20/2025

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The Manitoba government is donating $2.6 million to charities after selling American-made liquor removed from shelves earlier in 2023, which is five times the initial promise.
The funds will support the Winnipeg Christmas Cheer Board, Harvest Manitoba, and charities in Brandon and Thompson.
Premier Wab Kinew expressed satisfaction with the initiative, highlighting its positive impact on families during the holiday season.
The government will continue selling remaining U.S. liquor products beyond Christmas Eve, directing proceeds to charity.
The ban only affects American-made liquor, not Canadian products.

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Story summary

The Manitoba government is donating $2.6 million to charities after selling American-made liquor removed from shelves earlier in 2023, which is five times the initial promise.
The funds will support the Winnipeg Christmas Cheer Board, Harvest Manitoba, and charities in Brandon and Thompson.
Premier Wab Kinew expressed satisfaction with the initiative, highlighting its positive impact on families during the holiday season.
The government will continue selling remaining U.S. liquor products beyond Christmas Eve, directing proceeds to charity.
The ban only affects American-made liquor, not Canadian products.