2025-2026 PEILCC Marketing Guide
2025-2026 PEI Liquor Marketing Guide
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION 4 Mission Statment 6 Our Team 7 Retail Store Sales Statistics
23 Case Stacker & Cut Case Display 24 Cold Room Impulse Display 25 Cooler at Cash 26 Chilled Wine ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES 27 Digital Marketing Package 28 Exterior Window Advertising STORE INFORMATION 29 In-Store Tastings 31 Notables 32 Store Locator
8 Fiscal Year Calendar 9 Application Process ON SHELF PROGRAMS 10 Added Value Program 11 Contesting 11 Shelf Talker / Neck Tag Program 12 Limited Time Offer / Bundle Program 13 Social Reference Pricing (SRP) RETAIL DISPLAY PROGRAMS 16 Impulse at Cash 17 200ml Display Program 18 Retail Floor Displays 19 Spirit & RTD End Displays 20 Wine End Displays 21 Spirit End Wings 22 Shelf Extender Program (Wine & Spirits)
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Introduction
PEI Liquor is a Provincial Crown Corporation, reporting to the Department of Finance. It is governed by a five-member, government appointed board of commissioners, and is responsible for the importation, distribution, wholesaling, retailing and regulation of beverage alcohol within the province. The 2025/2026 Marketing Guide has been prepared in order to help provide agent and supplier partners with the information necessary to maximize marketing opportunities with PEI Liquor. While you have been provided this copy for reference, PEI Liquor will communicate changes with you electronically and encourages you to check the online version located on our website for any updates.
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PEI Liquor is committed to excellence in retail sales and will achieve this by: • Providing opportunities for supplier programming throughout the year • Committing to having the necessary inventory to successfully execute marketing programs • Continually updating retail locations to maximize sales opportunities • Optimizing the SKU base to maximize sales volumes Mission Statement
OUR MISSION PEI Liquor regulates the sale of beverage alcohol under the authority of the Liquor Control Act. It manages the distribution of alcohol by: • Operating in a socially responsible manner; • Achieving the revenue goals of the Provincial Government; • Providing suppliers with controlled access to the marketplace on a fair basis from modern, attractive venues; • Encouraging responsibility and moderation in the consumption of beverage alcohol; • Providing its employees with equal opportunity and increased training programs that assist in individual and personal development and in the Commission's overall customer service strategy.
OUR VISION PEI Liquor will be recognized as a truly superior retailer in Prince Edward Island. We will achieve this through quality products, modern technology and increased services. We will always strive for the best possible value for our customers, staff and other stakeholders.
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Mission Statement
OUR VALUES • Moderation - We promote responsible use as a way of life. • Quality Service - We take pride in the quality of our work. We strive for excellence in caring for our customers, suppliers and one another. • Continuous Improvement - As a retailer, we welcome change. We are committed to continuous improvements to all our services. • Integrity and Fairness - We take responsibility and are fully accountable for our actions, decisions and behavior. We meet our commitments and obligations to co-workers, customers and business partners. We are open, honest and fair. • Importance of People - We are committed to fostering a positive workplace that builds teamwork and mutual respect and encourages individual development. • Focus on Results - We are committed to getting the job done and improving our productivity levels.
COMMITMENTS & EXPECTATIONS PEI Liquor commits to providing the highest quality service to our suppliers and partner. Approved marketing programs will benefit from: • On-time implementation of displays and other marketing program materials • Proper positioning of all display opportunities • Proper positioning of all Point of Sale (POS) materials To ensure the success of approved marketing programs, PEI Liquor: • Expects that suppliers will forward graphics in a timely fashion so signage can be printed. • Commits to carrying sufficient inventory to ensure the success of each marketing program. Category managers are available to meet with agents and Suppliers to help maximize opportunities to market your products and to determine programs to help execute and maximize marketing strategies.
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Our Team
PRODUCT ADVISORS
MARKETING TEAM
Debbie Smith Store #102 - 43 Pond St., Unit 1, Charlottetown (Oak Tree) Debbie is a graduate of the Canadian Association of Professional Sommeliers. Her extensive knowledge and approachable demeanor allows her to be of service to a variety of customers, from those new to wine and spirits to collectors looking to explore little-know corners of the world of wines and spirits.
Mark Carragher Director of Marketing & Sales 902-368-6274 macarragher@liquorpei.com
Morgan MacLean Marketing Analyst 902-368-6275 mjmaclean@liquorpei.com
Maggie Green A/ Category Manager, Beer & Spirits 902-368-5715 mtgreen@liquorpei.com
Nikki Wood Category Analyst 902-368-5823 na wood @liquorpei.com
Judy Hornyik Store #004 - 475 Granville St., Summerside (Granville)
Trent DeRoche A/ Category Manager, Wine 902-368-6671 trderoche@liquorpei.com
Judy draws upon her 20 years of experience working with PEI Liquor to better serve customers. Judy has also successfully completed the Wine and Spirit Trust (WSET) Level 3 course. Whether you are looking for grand bottles to impress or everyday hidden gems for yourself, Judy can help you uncover that perfect find.
Lauran Toombs Web Project Manager & Digital Strategist 902-368-6673 lctoombs@liquorpei.com
Cheryl MacDonald Store #108 - 6 Prince St., Charlottetown (Notables)
Cheryl MacDonald embarked on her wine journey while employed at Arterra Wines in 2018. Discovering her hidden passion swiftly, she earned the Sales Driver Award for Eastern Ontario in the same year. Transitioning to Prince Edward County’s vineyard scene, she assumed the position of Professional Wine Sales. Firmly convinced that every bottle holds a secret, Cheryl aspires to impart the thrill of discovery to others on their own journey.
Chloe Mahar Graphic Design & Web Specialist 902-368-4239 cvmahar@liquorpei.com
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Retail Store Sales Statistics
This document details PEI Liquor’s updated marketing programs, program periods and application process for PEI Liquor’s fiscal year (April 2025 – March 2026). Marketing program fees are aligned not only by store sales but also by monthly sales volumes as detailed in the following:
Total Sales by Store
Percentage of Sales by Period
*Percentage of sales by period are based on 2023/2024 sales data.
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Fiscal Year Calendar
The PEI Liquor Marketing Calendar is highlighted below. Each period has additional investments where POS and merchandising are planned to improve the customer shopping experience. Agents and suppliers are encouraged to explore the following opportunities and submit programs that support these initiatives for each occasion.
2025-2026 MARKETING DATES
P9
P5 Aug 27-Sept 30, 2025 (35 Days)
P1
P2
P3
P8
P6
P7
P4
April 2-May 13, 2025 (42 Days)
May 14-June 17, 2025 (35 Days)
June 18-July 22, 2025 (35 Days)
July 23-Aug 26, 2025 (35 Days)
Oct 1-Nov 18, 2025 (49 Days)
Nov 19, 2025-Jan 1, 2026 (44 Days)
Jan 2-Feb 17, 2026 (47 Days)
Feb 18-March 31, 2026 (42 Days)
PROMOTIONS & FESTIVALS PROMOTIONS & FESTIVALS
Holiday Gift Guide (Nov 12-Jan 2) Black Friday Sale (Nov 27-Nov 29)
PEI Spirits Festival (November)
PEI Festival of Wines (April 25-26)
PEI Beer Festival (Date TBD)
Fresh New Flavours (May 30-August 30)
HOLIDAYS & IMPORTANT DATES HOLIDAYS & IMPORTANT DATES
Christmas Day Thursday, Dec 25 Boxing Day Friday, Dec 26 New Year's Day Thursday, Jan 1
St Patrick's Day Tuesday, March 17
Canada Day Tuesday July 1 PEI Pride Week July 18-27
Good Friday Friday, April 18
Thanksgiving Monday, Oct 13 Halloween Friday, Oct 31
Victoria Day Monday, May 19 Father's Day Sunday, June 15th
Super Bowl Sunday, Feb 8
Labour Day Monday, Sept 1 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Tuesday, Sept 30
Gold Cup Day Friday, August 15
Easter Monday Monday, April 21 Mother's Day Sunday, May 11th
Valentine's Day Saturday, Feb 14 Islander Day Monday, Feb 16
Remembrance Day Tuesday, Nov 11
PEI Liquor Marketing Promotions: • Fresh New Flavours takes place from May 30th-Aug 30th featuring new RTD products. • Holiday Gift Guide is promoted from Nov 12th-Jan 2nd featuring holiday gift ideas. • Black Friday Sale takes place from Nov 27th-29th featuring a variety of products with deep discounts.
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Application Process
HOW TO APPLY
PROGRAM APPLICATION GUIDELINES
Various marketing program opportunities are available throughout the year. PEI Liquor will issue EOI's for Marketing Programs 3 times annually.
PEI Liquor has a variety of marketing programs available for 2025/2026 and is open to discussing other beneficial opportunities. The following programs are available for the period dates provided on page 8. Please review the list of application guidelines below. INVENTORY REQUIREMENTS: • Current inventory and lead times for product delivery should be taken into consideration when submitting Marketing Program Applications to ensure sufficient stock is available to maximize the benefit of the program. • If amendments to marketing programs are required due to shipping, invento ry issues, etc, it is the responsibility of the agent / supplier to inform PEI Liquor marketing and category management team. PRICING DISCLAIMER: • Pricing is based on display opportunity and further by period, size and number of locations. Where an opportunity is not available in all 18 locations, the list of stores appears in order by sales. • PEI Liquor reserves the right to make adjustments to marketing programs at any point prior to or during the implementation of the program. INVOICING: • Invoices will be issued to Applying Agents upon program completion, NOT to Individual Suppliers. • Invoices will be issued to the agent that initially applied for the marketing program, unless otherwise notified. • If changes to your portfolio occur, please advise the PEI Liquor marketing and category management team immediately, so the changes can be made.
Interested suppliers are invited to submit their applications for the appropriate marketing periods by the application deadlines listed below. All applications are to be submitted to Marketing Analyst, Morgan MacLean.
If any registered marketing agents would like to be added to the supplier email list, please contact Morgan MacLean via email: mjmaclean@liquorpei.com .
2025 / 2026 MARKETING PROGRAM TIMELINE
PERIOD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
PROGRAM DURATION April 2 - May 13, 2025 May 14 - June 17, 2025 June 18 - July 22, 2025 July 23 - Aug 26, 2025 Aug 27 - Sept 30, 2025 Oct 1 - Nov 18, 2025 Nov 19, 2025 - Jan 1, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE Friday, October 25th, 2024 Friday, October 25th, 2024 Friday, October 25th, 2024 Friday, January 17, 2025 Friday, January 17, 2025 Friday, January 17, 2025
Friday, April 18, 2025 Friday, April 18, 2025 Friday, April 18, 2025
Jan 2 - Feb 17, 2026 Feb 18 - Mar 31, 2026
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On-Shelf Programs
ADDED VALUE PROGRAM
NON-LIQUOR ADDED VALUE GUIDELINES
Both liquor and non-liquor added value options are available as part of the Added Value program.
• It is the supplier/agent’s responsibility to ensure all non-liquor added values are direct delivered to all PEI Liquor corporate retail stores (See page 31 for a full list of PEI Liquor corporate retail store addresses). • Agency stores do not receive any liquor or non-liquor added values. • Must be delivered 4 weeks in advance of the scheduled promotional period. • Suppliers must provide an image of non-liquor added values for approval to Morgan MacLean via email at mjmaclean@liquorpei.com. • It is the responsibility of the supplier applying for a food on-pack items to ensure they meet Canadian Food Inspection Agency guidelines.
LIQUOR ADDED VALUE GUIDELINES
• Must be tamper proof. • Must be provided with attachment mechanism. • Must be no larger than 200ml format (Other format opportunities will be handled on an individual basis). • Must be delivered to the PEILCC Warehouse 4 weeks in advance of the scheduled promotional period to the address below:
Gerald O’Halloran Director of Supply Chain and Property Management PEI Liquor Control Commission 3 Garfield Street, Charlottetown, PE C1A 6A4
ADDED VALUE PROGRAM PERIOD
COST PER SKU $270 $350 $380 $380 $350 $320 $430 $220 $270
Please contact Morgan MacLean - mjmaclean@liquorpei.com to notify of all Liquid Added Value shipments sent to the PEILCC warehouse with quantities included.
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Subject to the following fees: • 50ml added value items are subject to a $0.20/unit handling fee (liquid on liquid) and a $0.10 deposit. • 200ml added value items are subject to a $1.00/unit handling fee (liquid on liquid) and a $0.10 deposit. • 473ml can added value items subject to a fee of landed cost + .60 cents + deposit per giveaway item. • Handling fees applicable to liquor added value only. • All liquid on liquid subject to deposit.
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On-Shelf Programs
CONTESTING
SHELF TALKER / NECK TAG PROGRAM On shelf promotional materials can generate interest and help to differentiate products. Promotion in this manner can include but is not limited to shelf talkers, neck tags and pad bound promotional materials. These items can be used to communicate product accolades, supplier managed contests, recipes, pairings and general product details.
Contesting programs may be applied for in PEILCC stores under the follow ing guidelines: • Contests require a URL that includes complete rules and regulations. This is to be included on all promotional materials. • Mechanism of contest entry must be available digitally (QR code, text to win, website link, etc.). • Contest must be supported with a Display / Case Stacker, or have contest entry available on pack. • Ballot box contests are not permitted.
Dimensions for shelf talkers are 4”x5” which must include a 1” pre-folded flap and a quantity of 50 to be printed by the supplier.
All Contesting & Shelf Talker / Neck Tag programs must be applied for and approved by PEI Liquor’s Marketing Analyst, Morgan MacLean.
All contests must be applied for with the full contest details included. These details include but are not limited to:
• Contest start and end dates • Mechanism of contest entry • Contest rules and regulations • Promotional materials available • Display / Case Stacker support
CONTESTING & SHELF TALKER / NECK TAG PROGRAM PERIOD
COST PER SKU $115 $115 $170 $170 $115 $115 $170
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
$85 $85
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On-Shelf Programs
LIMITED TIME OFFER / BUNDLE PROGRAM
LIMITED TIME OFFER / BUNDLE PROGRAM PERIOD
COST PER SKU $270 $350 $380 $380 $350 $320 $430 $220 $270
Suppliers are invited to apply for temporary discounts, as part of our Limited Time Offer / Bundle program. To be eligible for this program, Spirit and Wine products must meet the Minimum Required Retail or above. Limited Time Offer / Bundle program fees for Spirit and Wine categories are prorated based on regular retail price. Social Reference Pricing (SRP) and fee reduction information can be found on page 13 . Changes to LTO / Bundle Guidelines: 1. LTO / Bundles are not permitted back to back periods on same SKU. 2. Maximum of 2 SKUs per brand on LTO per period (this applies to the spirit category only). PEI Liquor LTO / Bundle Marketing: • PEI Liquor will produce shelf talkers to feature the Limited Time Offer (LTO) / Bundles. All LTO and bundle pricing will be displayed on liquorpei.com.
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Eligible Products: All categories (excluding economy skus). Locations: All PEI Liquor corporate retail stores.
PEI Liquor reserves the right to adjust LTO / Bundle pricing if it does not align with Social Reference Pricing (SRP). If changes are required, they will be reflected in the approval message that is sent out by the marketing and category team.
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Social Reference Pricing (SRP)
LIMITED TIME OFFER / BUNDLE PROGRAM - SPIRITS (PRICE BANDING)
PRICE PER LITRE
UNITS PER PACK
SOCIAL REFERENCE PRICING (SRP) 3.29
MAINSTREAM
PREMIUM
ECONOMY
SPIRITS
UNIT SIZE 50ml 200ml 375ml 500ml 750ml
MIN
MIN MAX
MAX
MIN
MAX
LTO / Bundle fees for spirits 750ml only are prorated based on the regular retail as follows:
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
and over and over 21.19 25.59 35.19 51.09 77.79 and over
3.39 12.39 17.59 22.19 30.99 46.59 69.59 121.99
65.80 53.95 43.97 41.38 38.65 38.15 37.37 36.56
10.79 16.49 20.69 28.99 43.49 65.39 109.69
and over and over and over and over and over
16.99 21.69 29.99 44.99 67.39 115.99
17.58 22.18 30.98 46.58 69.58 121.98
21.20 25.60 35.20 51.10 77.80
• Up to $34.99: 100% of LTO fee • $35.00-$49.99: 50% of LTO fee • $50.00 and over: 0% of LTO fee
1,140ml 1,750ml 3,000ml
LIMITED TIME OFFER / BUNDLE PROGRAM - WINE (PRICE BANDING)
WINE
SOCIAL REFERENCE PRICING (SRP)
UNITS PER PACK
MAINSTREAM
PREMIUM
ECONOMY
UNIT SIZE 200ml 250ml 375ml 500ml 750ml
MIN
MIN MAX
MAX
MIN
MAX
L TO / Bundle fees for wines 750ml only are prorated based on the regular retail as follows:
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
6.39 7.59
4.29 4.99 7.59 9.60
and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over
4.98 5.78 8.58
6.40 7.60
4.29 4.99 7.59 9.59
4.99 5.79 8.59
• Up to $19.99: 100% of LTO fee • $20.00-$23.50: 50% of LTO fee • $23.51 and over: 0% of LTO fee
10.69 11.09 19.99 23.19 35.59 41.39 58.99 69.29
10.70 11.10 20.00 23.20 35.60 41.40 59.00 69.30
10.68 13.78 16.98 24.18 30.48 42.38 53.78
10.69 13.79 16.99 24.19 30.49 42.39 53.79
12.69 15.89 22.59 28.49 39.29 50.59
12.69 15.89 22.59 28.49 39.29 50.59
1,000ml 1,500ml 2,000ml 3,000ml 4,000ml
In Period 7, Wine LTO / Bundles on 750ml products will be limited to a retail of $1 5 .99 and above.
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Social Reference Pricing (SRP)
LIMITED TIME OFFER / BUNDLE PROGRAM - BEER (PRICE BANDING)
PRICE PER LITRE
UNITS PER PACK
SOCIAL REFERENCE PRICING (SRP)
MAINSTREAM
PREMIUM
ECONOMY
UNIT SIZE
MLs
MIN
MIN MAX
MAX
MIN
MAX
3.29 4.19 4.39 4.39 5.49 6.19
3.79 4.89 4.99 4.99 5.99 6.79
330 440 473 500 650 750 355 440 473 500 330 341 355 355 440 473 341 355 355 355 355 341 355 355 355 355 355
And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over
3.80 4.90 5.00 5.00 6.00 6.80
8.45 8.16 8.22 7.78 7.68 7.59 6.96 6.87 6.65 6.40 6.46 7.52 7.23 7.29 6.16 5.97 6.84 6.57 5.82 6.01 5.91 6.17 5.57 5.57 5.54 5.40 5.16
2.79 3.59 3.89 3.89 4.99 5.69 9.89
1 1 1 1 1 1 4 4 4 4 6 6 6 8 8 8
330 440 473 500 650 750
10.99 13.09 13.69 13.89 13.89 16.19 16.19 21.69 22.79 24.19 29.99 29.99 33.99 37.79 50.49 47.49 55.39 58.99 68.99 87.99
11.99 14.19 14.89 14.99 14.99 17.19 17.19 23.29 25.39 26.39 31.99 31.99
12.00 14.20 14.90 15.00 15.00 17.20 17.20 23.30 25.40 26.40 32.00 32.00
1,420 1,760 1,892 2,000 1,980 2,046 2,130 2,840 3,520 3,784 4,092 4,260 5,325 5,325 6,390 8,184 8,520 9,940
12.09 12.59 12.79 12.79 15.39 15.39 20.69 21.69 22.59 27.99 27.99 30.99 31.99 37.79 50.49 47.49 55.39 58.99 68.99 87.99
12 12 15 15 18 24 24 28 30 36 48
10,650 12,780 17,040
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Social Reference Pricing (SRP)
LIMITED TIME OFFER / BUNDLE PROGRAM - RTD & CIDER (PRICE BANDING) UNITS PER PACK MLs SOCIAL REFERENCE PRICING (SRP) ECONOMY MAINSTREAM MIN MAX MIN MAX UNIT SIZE
PRICE PER LITRE
3.29 3.79 3.79 4.69 4.69 4.69 7.19 9.79
And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over And Over
270 330 341 458 473 500 750 330 341 355 400 355 341 355 355
2.89 3.29 3.29 3.99 3.99 3.99 6.19 8.29
10.70 9.97 9.65 8.71 8.44 7.98 8.25 8.29 8.12 8.86 9.01 8.65 8.49 8.45 7.82 7.51 7.39
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 4 4 4 6
270 330 341 458 473 500 750
1,000 4,000
1,000 4,000 1,320 1,364 1,420 1,600 2,130 4,092 4,260 8,520
34.49 13.29 13.79 13.79 15.29 19.49 36.49 36.49 67.99
32.49 11.69 12.29 12.29 13.59 17.99 31.99 31.99 62.99
12 12 24
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Retail Display Programs
IMPULSE AT CASH
IMPULSE AT CASH
Large Format (Cost per SKU)
Small Format (Cost per SKU)
Display your products at cash at our PEI Liquor corporate retail stores.
Period
Eligible Products: • Small Format - 500ml or less • Large Format - 750ml or greater
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$440 $520 $600 $600 $520 $500 $600 $375 $440
$800 $940
$1,100 $1,100 $940 $900 $1,100
Locations: • Small Format - All PEI Liquor corporate retail stores (18)
• Large Format - Oak Tree, West Royalty, Stratford, Montague, Waterfront, Granville, Kensington, Tignish, Borden, Souris, O’Leary, Alberton, Rustico (13)
$700 $800
One space available per program period.
LARGE FORMAT IMPULSE AT CASH
SMALL FORMAT IMPULSE AT CASH
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Retail Display Programs
200ML DISPLAY PROGRAM
A separate display space for 200ml and 375ml format products is available near the point of purchase in 10 PEI Liquor corporate retail stores. PEI Liquor provides display units for these impulse purchase items.
This program is a requirement if you want to have a 200ml product listed with PEI Liquor.
200ML DISPLAY PROGRAM
DURATION
COST PER SPIRIT SKU
April 2025-March 2026
$1,200
Eligible Products: 200ml Spirits Locations: Oak Tree, West Royalty, Queen St., Cornwall, Stratford, Montague, Waterfront, Granville, Tignish, Souris (10)
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Retail Display Programs
RETAIL FLOOR DISPLAYS
PEI Liquor offers category specific display opportunities to feature products throughout PEI Liquor corporate retail stores.
Limit 4 skus per floor display. All categories are eligible.
RETAIL FLOOR DISPLAYS
Premium Mass Spirits (1 Space Available)
Premium Mass Wine (1 Space Available)
Floor Display 2 (2 Spaces Available)
Floor Display 1 (2 Spaces Available)
Program Period
$2,160 $3,000 $3,550 $3,550 $3,000 $2,700 $4,330 $1,620 $1,780
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
$1,360 $1,620 $2,060 $2,060 $1,620 $1,400 $2,370 $930 $1,030
$3,780 $4,870 $5,950 $5,950 $4,870 $4,020 $7,200 $2,700 $2,980
$3,780 $4,870 $5,950 $5,950 $4,870 $4,020 $7,200 $2,700 $2,980
PARTICIPATING STORES
Oak Tree, West Royalty, Stratford, Granville, Waterfront, Cornwall, Montague, Alberton, O’Leary, Tignish, Kensington, Rustico, Souris, Cardigan, and Queen St. (15)
All PEI Liquor corporate retail stores (Excluding Notables)
All PEI Liquor corporate retail stores (Excluding Notables)
Oak Tree, West Royalty, Stratford, Granville, Waterfront, Cornwall, Montague, Alberton, and Queen St. (9)
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Retail Display Programs
SPIRIT & RTD END DISPLAYS
PEI Liquor is offering display space for the Spirit and RTD category in the Spirit section.
Limit 4 skus per display.
SPIRIT & RTD END DISPLAYS
Program Period
RTD End Aisle Display (1 Space Available)
Spirit End 1 (3 Spaces Available)
Premium Spirit End
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
$650 $760 $870 $870 $760 $650 $980 $540 $590
$980 $1,180 $1,290 $1,290 $1,180 $1,080 $1,620
$1,510 $1,850 $1,960 $1,960 $1,850 $1,620 $2,160 $1,080 $1,300
$720 $810
PARTICIPATING STORES
Oak Tree, West Royalty, Stratford, Granville, Waterfront,
Oak Tree, West Royalty, Stratford, Granville, Waterfront, Cornwall, Montague, Kensington, and Queen St. (9)
All PEI Liquor corporate retail stores (Excluding Notables)
Cornwall, Montague, Borden, Alberton, O’Leary, Tignish, Kensington, Rustico, Souris, Cardigan, and Queen St. (16)
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Retail Display Programs
WINE END DISPLAYS
PEI Liquor is offering display space for the Wine category on Wine End Aisle Displays.
Limit 4 skus per display.
WINE END DISPLAYS
Program Period
Wine End 2 (2 per store)
Wine End 1 (3 per store)
Premium Wine End (1 per store)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
$430 $510 $590 $590 $510 $460 $700 $380 $410
$760 $810
$1,300 $1,510 $1,620 $1,620 $1,510 $1,410 $1,860 $980 $1,080
$1,080 $1,080 $810 $770 $1,620
$540 $650
PARTICIPATING STORES
Oak Tree, West Royalty, Stratford, Granville, Waterfront,
Oak Tree, West Royalty, Stratford, Granville, Waterfront, Cornwall, Montague, Kensington, and Queen St. (9)
All PEI Liquor corporate retail stores (Excluding Notables)
Cornwall, Montague, Borden, Alberton, O’Leary, Tignish, Kensington, Rustico, Souris, Cardigan, and Queen St. (16)
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Retail Display Programs
SPIRIT END WINGS
Only cross category products will be approved for this program, in effort to entice consumers to make an impulse purchase in a category outside of their initial intention.
One space available per program period. Limited to two skus per display.
Locations: All PEI Liquor corporate retail stores (Excluding Notables).
SPIRIT END WINGS
PERIOD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
COST PER SKU $450 $600 $800 $800 $600 $500 $900 $400 $450
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Retail Display Programs
SHELF EXTENDER PROGRAM
PEI Liquor is now offering a Shelf Extender Program to Wine and Spirits products.
Selection of products is based on the following factors: • Profitability / sales potential • Inventory levels
WINE The Wine Shelf Extender is located in the Canada wine section, one of the highest-traffic areas in PEI Liquor stores, providing additional exposure for wines from other countries.
SHELF EXTENDER PROGRAM PERIOD
One display space available per period.
COST PER SKU $450 $600 $800 $800 $600 $500 $900 $400 $450
• Eligible Products: Any 750ml product • Limit 1 SKU per display
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SPIRITS The Spirits Shelf Extender is located in various sections of select PEI Liquor retail stores.
Two display spaces available per period.
• Eligible Products: Any 750ml product • Limit 1 SKU per display
PARTICIPATING STORES Notables, Stratford, Montague, Granville, Waterfront, Alberton, O’Leary, Tyne Valley, and Rustico (9)
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Retail Display Programs
CASE STACKER & CUT CASE DISPLAY
Case Stacker & Cut Case displays will be placed in select stores PEI Liquor retail stores. The Case Stacker Display unit must be approved by PEI Liquor Marketing Team. If no Case Stacker is provided, Cut Case Displays will be created by PEI Liquor corporate retail staff out of the product cases.
Maximum Dimensions: 24”(w) x 60”(h) x 20”(d) *Case Stackers must not exceed the maximum dimensions.
Participating Stores: Oak Tree, West Royalty, Stratford, Montague, Granville, Waterfront, Kensington, O’Leary, and Tignish (9)
CASE STACKER & CUT CASE DISPLAY PERIOD
COST PER PROGRAM $650 $760 $920 $920 $760 $650 $920 $430 $540
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
The selection of Case Stacker Display & Cut Case Displays are based on the following factors: • Seasonal themes • Profitability/Sales potential
• Inventory levels • Impulse in nature • Program support
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Retail Display Programs
COLD ROOM IMPULSE DISPLAY
The Cold Room Impulse Display is located inside of the Cold Beer Coolers in select PEI Liquor corporate retail stores. Two spaces available per program period.
Signage Dimensions: 14”(w) x 22”(h) Participating Stores: Oak Tree, West Royalty, Stratford, Montague, Granville, Waterfront (6)
The selection of products is based on the following factors: • Seasonal themes • Profitability/Sales potential
• Inventory levels • Impulse in nature • Program support
COLD ROOM IMPULSE DISPLAY PERIOD
COST PER PROGRAM $880
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
$1,030 $1,440 $1,440 $1,030 $980 $1,210
$770 $880
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Retail Display Programs
COOLER AT CASH
Open faced coolers are located at cash for impulse Single Serve products which are typically refrigerated. There are Twelve (12) Display opportunities available per retail store. Suppliers can apply for brands within the marketing period applications. The program allows for one (1) brand with two (2) facings per period. Eligible Products: Single Serve Beer, RTD, Cider and Wine Locations: Oak Tree, West Royalty, Queen St., Cornwall, Rustico, Stratford, Montague, Kensington, Waterfront, Granville, Borden, O’Leary (12)
The selection of products is based on the following factors: • Category Strategy • Seasonal themes • Profitability/Sales potential
• Inventory levels • Program support
COOLER AT CASH
DURATION
COST PER SKU
April 2025-March 2026
$5,700
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Retail Display Programs
CHILLED WINE
Chilled Wine is a 12-month display program with the option to change product upon approval from PEI Liquor. Other formats i.e. – 1.5L will be pro-rated according to the number of facings. Guaranteed SKU facings in the top 7 PEI Liquor retail stores. The remaining retail stores will accommodate participating SKUs based on space availability. Eligible Products: 750ml - 1.5L Wine Locations: All PEI Liquor Corporate Retail Stores (18) *Product selection in the chilled wine fridge may vary. Subject to store assortment.
CHILLED WINE
DURATION
COST PER SKU
April 2025-March 2026
$1,650
PLEASE NOTE: The Chilled Wine Program is billed based on applying agent and not the specific producer or winery. If there are changes to your billing, please contact Wine Category Manager, Trent DeRoche .
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Advertising Opportunities
DIGITAL MARKETING PACKAGE
This package is designed to significantly boost your product visibility by featuring it prominently for two weeks across a broad array of digital platforms. This includes social media, liquorpei.com, email marketing, Flipp & Reebee promotional sales flyers, and end cap display space in select PEI Liquor retail stores.
Eligible Products: All Categories Duration: 2 weeks
Cost per package: $1,000
Contact Marketing Analyst, Morgan MacLean for more information.
*Important Note - All graphics must include a short Social Responsibility message.
SILVER PACKAGE
GOLD PACKAGE
Includes: 4 Digital Marketing Packages (1 per quarter) • An opportunity to feature your products in the PEI Liquor Flipp and Reebee promotional sales flyers (including a 1/4 page ad) • Web banner and featured product on liquorpei.com • PEI Liquor social media posts • Licensee Wholesale Website Exposure: Home Page Featured Product • Email Marketing: Custom Message sent to 1,800+ subscribers • End Cap Display Space at Oak Tree and Granville featuring your products
Includes: 8 Digital Marketing Packages (2 per quarter) • An opportunity to feature your products in the PEI Liquor Flipp and Reebee promotional sales flyers (including a 1/4 page ad) • Web banner and featured product on liquorpei.com • PEI Liquor social media posts • Licensee Wholesale Website Exposure: Home Page Featured Product • Email Marketing: Custom Message sent to 1,800+ subscribers • End Cap Display Space at Oak Tree and Granville featuring your products
Cost: $3,575 ($425 Savings)
Cost: $6,750 ($1,250 Savings)
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Advertising Opportunities
EXTERIOR WINDOW ADVERTISING
EXTERIOR WINDOW ADVERTISING DURATION April 15th - June 24th, 2025 (71 Days) June 25th - August 21st, 2025 (58 Days) August 22nd - November 2nd, 2025 (73 Days) November 3rd - January 4th, 2026 (63 Days)
Exterior Window Advertising is an excellent opportunity to grab the customer’s eye as they are approaching the store and have your product be the first thing on the customers mind as they enter the store. Artwork and signage are the responsibility of the agent. If you are interested in participating in purchasing Exterior Window Advertising, please apply for this in PEI Liquor’s Marketing Application. Contact PEI Liquor’s Marketing Analyst, Morgan MacLean for availability and requirements. Eligible Products: All Categories Locations: Oak Tree, West Royalty, Queen St., Cornwall, Stratford, Montague, Waterfront, and Granville (8)
COST $5,000 $5,000 $4,500 $4,000
OPTION 1 2 3 4
*New dates and opportunities available.
Disclaimer: Printing and installation costs excluded.
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Store Information
IN-STORE TASTINGS
In-store tastings provide an excellent opportunity to allow customers to sample products they may not have normally purchased. All product categories are eligible for in-store tastings. All products will be billed back to Agents at landed cost + 10%.
To inquire about receiving an in-store tasting number, please contact the Director of Marketing & Sales, Mark Carragher.
Supplier, Agent or Host Responsibilities
It is the responsibility of the supplier, agent or host to: • Host has a responsible beverage server certificate.
• All products purchased for the tasting (opened or unopened) is to be poured out at the end of the tasting session (with the exception of bottles that retail for $75 or over). • There will be a maximum of 4 products to be sampled during each tasting session. • Host to pour product, set on table for customer to sample. • Purchase product from the PEI Liquor retail store at a discounted rate. • Ensure no advertising of any form including but not limited to print, radio, television, online will be made to promote the in-store tasting session. Notices can be posted within the participating retail outlet during the scheduled tasting time(s). • Verify inventory levels of tasting products with the store manager prior to the tasting. • Assemble and dismantle the tasting station / booth. • Ensure all necessities for the tasting session including product, cups, table cloth, napkins are available and that the tasting station is clean and tidy with appropriate waste containers at all times during the tasting sessions. • Provide recipe cards or any other display material (e.g. posters, danglers, backer cards) to highlight the products being tasted. • Monitor sampling and safeguard against the sampling by minors or intoxicated persons. • Ensure that opened product in not left unattended at any time. • Assume responsibility for any liability arising as a result of the tasting.
In-Store Tastings must be booked directly with the PEI Liquor store manager. If you wish to cancel your tasting, please provide 24 hour notice of cancellation. Failure to do so will result in automatic billing.
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Store Information
IN-STORE TASTINGS
IN-STORE TASTING REQUIREMENTS
PEI Liquor Store Manager / Staff Responsibilities
PRODUCT CATEGORY Wine Beer Spirits Coolers / RTD Cider MEASURE 1oz (30ml) 1oz (30ml) ½ oz (15ml) ½ oz (15ml) 1oz (30ml) Dates & Times: Monday to Saturday 12pm-4pm / 4:30pm-8:30pm and Sunday 1pm-5pm
It is the responsibility of PEI Liquor Store Managers and Staff to: • Increased cleaning/sanitizing of tasting area. • Hand sanitizer is available on the tasting table. • Limit/avoid gathering at the tasting table. • Bottles that are $75 plus can be resealed and taken to another store for sampling • Ensure appropriate amount of product being sampled is available • Ensure adequate space is available in a highly visible area to maximize the opportunity • Monitor the amount of product sample poured and the safekeeping of the open product in the event the tasting continues for a following day • Communicate and ensure staff understand that they cannot participate in in-store tastings • Ensure that supplier representatives conduct themselves in a professional manner and adhere to their responsibilities outlined above. Manager have full authority at any time to cancel a tasting session for non-compliance with these responsibilities or the PEI Liquor Control Act regulations • Complete and forward a Tasting Report to the PEI Liquor Head Office detailing the name of the agent, the product sampled and the overall conduct of the agent responsible for the tasting.
Cost: $25 per tasting session
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Store Information
NOTABLES
Notables by PEI Liquor is the exclusive specialty liquor store in Prince Edward Island, showcasing a curated selection of premium, local, and unique wines, beers, and spirits, with over 500 products available solely at Notables. The store also includes a training room for tasting seminars and special events. Located in downtown Charlottetown within the Founders’ Food Hall & Market, Notables offers a distinctive experience for enthusiasts and connoisseurs.
Notables Training Room Opportunities:
Are you looking to host a public or staff tasting event in the Notables Training Room? Contact - Mark Carragher (Director of Marketing and Sales) and Trent DeRoche (Wine Category Manager) for availability.
Learn more at liquorpei.com/notables-by-pei-liquor/
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Store Information
PEI LIQUOR CORPORATE RETAIL STORES (18)
PEI Liquor Tignish (Store #006) 210 Mill Road, Tignish PEI Liquor Alberton (Store #001) 491 Church Street, Alberton PEI Liquor O’Leary (Store #003) 2 Royal Avenue, O’Leary, PE PEI Liquor Tyne Valley (Store #009) 7068 Route 12, Tyne Valley PEI Liquor Waterfront (Store #005) 98 Water St. East, Summerside PEI Liquor Granville (Store #004) 475 Granville North, Summerside PEI Liquor Kensington (Store #007) 62 Broadway Street, Kensington, PE PEI Liquor Borden (Store #002)
100 Abegweit Blvd., Borden-Carleton PEI Liquor Rustico (Store #103) 7367 Cavendish Road, Route 6, North Rustico PEI Liquor Cornwall (Store #106) 17-25 Meadowbank Rd, Cornwall Plaza, Cornwall
PEI Liquor Notables (Store #108) 6 Prince St, Charlottetown (Founders’ Food Hall & Market) PEI Liquor Stratford (Store #107) 9 Kinlock Road, Stratford PEI Liquor Montague (Store #203) 509 Main Street, Montague PEI Liquor Cardigan – Store #201 4380 Chapel Road, Route 321, Cardigan PEI Liquor Souris (Store #202) 189 Main Street, Souris, PE
PEI Liquor West Royalty (Store #104) 193 Minna Jane Road, Charlottetown PEI Liquor Oak Tree (Store #102) 43 Pond Street, Unit 1, Charlottetown PEI Liquor Queen St. (Store #101) 84 Queen Street, Charlottetown
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Store Information
PEI LIQUOR AGENCY STORES (12)
Wellington PEI Liquor Agency Store 16 Pond Drive, Wellington Kinkora PEI Liquor Agency Store 62 Anderson Rd Route 5543 Highway 225 Kinkora Cavendish PEI Liquor Agency Store* 8934 Cavendish Road Cavendish Oyster Bed Esso 4541 Portage Road, Route 6, Oyster Bed Bridge Clow’s Red and White 1104 Route 225, North Wiltshire Blue Goose Restaurant Inc. 18790 Trans Canada Highway, Desable Mel’s PEI Liquor Agency Store 419 St. Peter’s Road, Charlottetown Cooper’s Red & White 4985 Trans Canada Highway, Eldon Morell PEI Liquor Agency Store 7621 St Peters Rd, Morell Wood Islands PEI Liquor Agency Store* 13054 Shore Road Wood Islands U & WE Convenience 1363 Main St, Murray Harbour Elliott’s General Store 3212 E Point Road, Souris
*PEI Liquor Agency Stores operating with seasonal hours.
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