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Courtenay pub fined $3K for allowing intoxicated customer to stay in bar
The Whistle Stop Pub in Courtenay was fined $3,000 for allowing an intoxicated woman to remain on the premises, violating the BC Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Act.
Inspectors noted a patron who appeared unsteady and later saw her leave the pub seeming very unsteady on her feet.
The pub's representative argued that staff followed policy by providing water and calling a taxi, but it was deemed liable for the contravention.
Following the incident, the pub established arrangements with a nearby 7-11 Store to improve safety for patrons waiting outside.