CPDJA Manitoba

We asked the Manitoba government to clarify the stance on dancing at weddings. There has been some confusion as some statements say they are closed while others say they can be open for private events. It is directly related to the liquor license involved. If the event is in a venue that is using its own liquor license, then they have to follow public health guidelines and the dance floor is closed. However, if the couple obtains an occasional license, then they are not p...art of this rule and there can be a dance floor, but it is discouraged by public health officials. The original question and answer is: ============================ Hi there, Thanks for taking the time to visit EngageMB and asking us a question. You asked: 'It is stated below that venues holding a liquor service license issued under the Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Control Act are prohibited from using any dance floor. Then, in response to a question asking about dancing at weddings and private events, it is stated that while public health officials are advising against dancing, if it DOES occur the occupancy of the dance floor should be limited. Weddings are often held at hotels or other venues that will either have a liquor license OR the couple will obtain a liquor license for the wedding. In this case, which rule does this event fall under? Is dancing allowed because it is a wedding or is it NOT allowed because there is a liquor licence. ' Our response has now been posted on the site. Our response: Public gatherings such as weddings must follow public health guidelines for the venue where they are being held. Dance floors must remain closed at weddings that are held at a venue with a liquor service license. Events for which a social occasion liquor permit has been issued are not subject to the restriction on dance floors. However, provincial public health officials are advising against the use of dance floors as it is difficult to maintain physical distancing. If dance floor use does occur, the occupancy on the dance floor should be limited to ensure those who are not dancing together can reasonably maintain a distance of two metres. Additional guidelines for those hosting events can be found at: https://www.gov.mb.ca/covid19/restoring/index.html. Please let us know if you have any more questions or if anything needs to be clarified. Regards Government of Manitoba

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