Important announcement from BMO Field
Stadium alcohol service suspension date set
The suspension, issued by Ontario's Alcohol and Gaming Commission (AGCO), results from a violation of Section 30(4) of the Liquor Licence Act, which makes it an offence to permit a person appearing to be under 19 years of age to consume or possess alcohol on the premises. The incident occurred on May 21, 2008.
"The incident was regrettable, but we agreed with the AGCO that the consumption of alcohol by minors cannot be tolerated and we accept the suspension. We take this matter very seriously and will continue to work closely with the AGCO and its representatives to ensure that the sale and service of alcohol at BMO Field is conducted both professionally and responsibly," said Bob Hunter, executive vice- president of Venues and Entertainment for Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Ltd.
BMO Field is managed by Maple Leafs Sports & Entertainment Ltd., on behalf of the Board of Governors of Exhibition Place.
Fans attending the Toronto FC versus Houston Dynamo game are encouraged to arrive early to ensure they are able to get through multiple security checkpoints and to their seats on time prior to kickoff. Gates will open at 11:30 a.m. Game time is 1 p.m.
