A craft manufacturer is a craft brewery, craft distillery, craft winery, craft cidery or craft refreshment producer issued a permit by the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) authorizing them to produce beverage alcohol within the Province of Saskatchewan.
A manufacturer may produce more than one type of alcohol (e.g. beer, wine, spirits, cider and refreshments) once it receives authorization from SLGA to produce each type of alcohol. A manufacturer must adhere to the specific production level requirements for each type in order to remain classified as a craft manufacturer. Where a manufacturer produces a type of alcohol that does not meet the requirements of a craft producer for that type of alcohol, it would be subject to the rules and requirements of a regional, national or bottling manufacturer.
Learn more about the different types of manufacturing permits: Fact Sheet - Saskatchewan Beverage Alcohol Manufacturing
Learn more about how to obtain a manufacturer permit. Learn more about SLGA’s listing and pricing policies
In this section:
- Saskatchewan Alcohol Manufacturing Policy Manual
- Standalone Policies
- Production Reporting
- Craft Bulletins
- Production Levy & Markup Information
- Wholesale Marketing Programs NEW
- Contact Information
Saskatchewan Alcohol Manufacturing Policy Manual
Still have questions about commercial permits? Download the Saskatchewan Alcohol Manufacturing Policy Manual.Standalone Policies
Custom, Contract and Collaboration Manufacturing Policies for Craft Producers
Craft alcohol producers who wish to engage in custom, contract and collaboration manufacturing arrangements, are required to follow the policies listed below.
Collaboration Manufacturing by Saskatchewan Craft Alcohol Producers
Contract Manufacturing by Saskatchewan Craft Alcohol Producers
Custom Manufacturing by Saskatchewan Craft Alcohol Producers
All Non-Permittee Contractees who are engaging in Contract Manufacturing with a Saskatchewan Craft Alcohol Producer, as specified by the Contract Manufacturing Policy above, are required to complete the Annual Production Declaration listed below.
SLGA Non-Permittee Contractee - Annual Production Declaration
Picnic Area Authorization for Craft Producers
Craft producers located on rural/farm property have the option to apply for a picnic area, per the terms in this (trial) policy.
Picnic Area Authorization for Saskatchewan Craft Alcohol Producers
Product Recalls
Craft manufacturers are required to abide by SLGA's Product Recall Policy as outlined in this document.
Product Recalls for Saskatchewan Craft Alcohol Producers
Quality Assurance
All craft manufacturers who distribute their products directly to retailers and commercial properties are subject to the Craft Alcohol Quality Assurance Policy.
Beverage Alcohol Quality Assurance Policy For Craft Producers
Record Keeping
Alcohol manufacturers are required to abide by the Record Keeping Policy.
Record Keeping Requirements for Saskatchewan Alcohol Manufacturers
Traceability
Craft manufacturers are required to abide by the Traceability Policy.
Traceability Requirements for Saskatchewan Alcohol Manufacturers
Production Reporting
All SK craft producers are required to complete a monthly production reporting form, per the terms outlined.
- Saskatchewan Monthly Craft Producer Report
- FAQ Production Reports
- Craft Producers - eBill Registration Form
- Craft Producer - Production Levy Policy
Craft Bulletins
Craft Bulletins are issued on an as needed basis. The information is primarily intended for Saskatchewan craft alcohol producers
Production Levy & Markup Information
Production Levy
A production levy is remitted to SLGA for all craft alcohol products sold directly to consumers, retailers or commercial permittees in Saskatchewan by Saskatchewan craft alcohol producers. Production levy rates are lower than the markup that would apply if the products were sold to and distributed by SLGA, approved third-party beer distributors, or approved specialty warehouses. The production levy structure includes tiered levels of production with incremental increases to consider craft alcohol producers of all sizes. A manufacturer’s production tier is determined monthly based on year-to-date global production, starting January 1st and ending December 31st.
A Type 1 manufacturer is one that uses 100 per cent of raw inputs while Type 2 manufacturers use less than 100 per cent raw inputs. Please see the following tables for Type 1 and Type 2 production levies by product category.
Beer
| New Structure (Effective Dec 1, 2020) | Type 1 - Rates | Type 2 - Rates |
| Limit | Production Levy | Production Levy |
| <5,000 HL* | $0.10/L | $0.17/L |
| 5,001-7,500 HL | $0.11/L | $0.21/L |
| 7,501-10,000 HL | $0.12/L | $0.24/L |
| 10,001-12,500 HL | $0.13/L | $0.26/L |
| 12,501-15,000 HL | $0.15/L | $0.30/L |
| 15,001-17,500 HL | $0.18/L | $0.35/L |
| 17,501-20,000 HL | $0.20/L | $0.40/L |
| 20,001-22,500 HL | $0.24/L | $0.48/L |
| 22,501-25,000 HL | $0.30/L | $0.60/L |
| 25,001-27,500 HL | $0.38/L | $0.76/L |
| 27,501-30,000 HL | $0.45/L | $0.90/L |
| All production greater than 30,000 HL | Markup Applies | Markup Applies |
* Minimum annual production: 50 HL
Spirits
| New Structure (Effective Dec 1, 2020) | Type 1 - Rates | Type 2 - Rates |
| Limit | Production Levy | Production Levy |
| <50,000 L* | $0.35/L | $0.70/L |
| 50,001-75,000 L | $0.43/L | $0.86/L |
| 75,001-100,000 L | $0.70/L | $1.40/L |
| 100,001-125,000 L | $0.96/L | $1.92/L |
| 125,001-150,000 L | $1.63/L | $3.25/L |
| 150,001-175,000 L | $2.30/L | $4.60/L |
| 175,001-200,000 L | $2.89/L | $5.77/L |
| 200,001-225,000 L | $3.20/L | $6.40/L |
| 225,001-250,000 L | $3.50/L | $7.00/L |
| 250,001-275,000 L | $3.85/L | $7.70/L |
| 275,001-300,000 L | $4.03/L | $8.05/L |
| 300,001-325,000 L | $4.20/L | $8.40/L |
| 325,001-350,000 L | $4.38/L | $8.75/L |
| All production greater than 350,000 L | Markup Applies | Markup Applies |
* Minimum annual production: 250 L
Wine
| New Structure (Effective Dec 1, 2020) | Type 1 - Rates | Type 2 - Rates |
| Limit | Production Levy | Production Levy |
| <50,000 L* | $0.18/L | $0.35/L |
| 50,001-75,000 L | $0.22/L | $0.43/L |
| 75,001-100,000 L | $0.33/L | $0.65/L |
| 100,001-125,000 L | $0.48/L | $0.96/L |
| 125,001-150,000 L | $0.63/L | $1.25/L |
| 150,001-175,000 L | $0.78/L | $1.55/L |
| 175,001-200,000 L | $0.93/L | $1.85/L |
| 200,001-225,000 L | $1.13/L | $2.25/L |
| 225,001-250,000 L | $1.33/L | $2.65/L |
| 250,001-275,000 L | $1.53/L | $3.05/L |
| 275,001-300,000 L | $1.68/L | $3.35/L |
| 300,001-325,000 L | $1.85/L | $3.70/L |
| 325,001-350,000 L | $2.00/L | $4.00/L |
| All production greater than 350,000 L | Markup Applies | Markup Applies |
* Minimum annual production: 2,000 L
Refreshment Beverages
|
New Structure (Effective Dec 1, 2020) |
Type 1 - Rates | Type 2 - Rates |
| Limit | Production Levy | Production Levy |
| <50,000 L* | $0.16/L | $0.31/L |
| 50,001-75,000 L | $0.19/L | $0.38/L |
| 75,001-100,000 L | $0.33/L | $0.65/L |
| 100,001-125,000 L | $0.43/L | $0.85/L |
| 125,001-150,000 L | $0.64/L | $1.27/L |
| 150,001-175,000 L | $0.73/L | $1.45/L |
| 175,001-200,000 L | $0.90/L | $1.80/L |
| 200,001-225,000 L | $1.00/L | $2.00/L |
| 225,001-250,000 L | $1.13/L | $2.25/L |
| 250,001-275,000 L | $1.25/L | $2.50/L |
| 275,001-300,000 L | $1.38/L | $2.75/L |
| 300,001-325,000 L | $1.48/L | $2.95/L |
| 325,001-350,000 L | $1.53/L | $3.05/L |
| All production greater than 350,000 L | Markup Applies | Markup Applies |
* Minimum annual production: 2,000 L
Cider
|
New Structure (Effective Dec 1, 2020) |
Type 1 - Rates | Type 2 - Rates |
| Limit | Production Levy | Production Levy |
| <50,000 L* | $0.10/L | $0.20/L |
| 50,001-75,000 L | $0.14/L | $0.28/L |
| 75,001-100,000 L | $0.20/L | $0.40/L |
| 100,001-125,000 L | $0.33/L | $0.65/L |
| 125,001-150,000 L | $0.50/L | $1.00/L |
| 150,001-175,000 L | $0.63/L | $1.25/L |
| 175,001-200,000 L | $0.73/L | $1.45/L |
| 200,001-225,000 L | $0.83/L | $1.65/L |
| 225,001-250,000 L | $0.90/L | $1.80/L |
| 250,001-275,000 L | $0.98/L | $1.95/L |
| 275,001-300,000 L | $1.03/L | $2.05/L |
| 300,001-325,000 L | $1.08/L | $2.15/L |
| 325,001-350,000 L | $1.13/L | $2.25/L |
*Minimum annual production: 2,000 L
Markup rates
Markup rates are applied to beverage alcohol products sold via SLGA Wholesale, approved third-party distributors or approved specialty warehouses and is based on alcohol content. A manufacturer’s production tier is determined based on annual global production, starting January 1st and ending December 31st.
| Markup Rates - Refreshments, Cider, Wine and Spirits (Effective April 1, 2017) | |||
| Annual Global Production (L) | Wholesale Markup |
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| Refreshments & Cider | Wine | Spirits | |
| <25,000 | 39% | 45% | 73% |
| 25,001 to 50,000 | 43% | 50% | 80% |
| 50,001 to 75,000 | 50% | 56% | 88% |
| 75,001 to 100,000 | 60% | 64% | 98% |
| 100,001 to 150,000 | 66% | 74% | 108% |
| 150,001 to 200,000 | 75% | 85% | 119% |
| >200,000 (National) | 88%* | 99%* | 130%* |
*See National mark-up rates in the SLGA Wholesale Pricing Policy for full details.
| Beer Mark-up Rates (effective July 1, 2022) | ||
| Global Production (HL) | Wholesale Mark-up % of Landed Cost | Commercial Permittee Mark-up % of Landed Cost* |
| <2,500 HL | 8% | 23% |
| 2,501-5,000 HL | 12% | 26% |
| 5,001-7,500 HL | 15% | 28% |
| 7,501-10,000 HL | 18% | 31% |
| 10,001-20,000 HL | 22% | 34% |
| 20,001 - 200,000 HL | 25% | 37% |
| 200,001 - 300,000 HL | 25% | 37% |
| 300, 001 - 320,000 HL | 32% | 43% |
| 320,001 - 340,000 HL | 38% | 49% |
| 340,001 - 360,000 HL | 44% | 55% |
| 360,001 - 380,000 HL | 50% | 61% |
| 380,001 - 400,000 HL | 56% | 67% |
| >400,000 HL | 63%** | 74% |
*Applies to Commercial Permittee purchases direct from private distributers.
**See National mark-up rates in the SLGA Wholesale Pricing Policy for full details.
Wholesale Marketing Programs NEW
- SK Producer Wholesale Marketing Programs
- New-Product Circular Form
- Gift Pack and Seasonal Product Form
- List of Saskatchewan Retail Store Permittees (RSPs) updated January 1, 2023
- List of Saskatchewan Commercial Permittees updated January 1, 2023
- 2023 External Listing Schedule Added December 22, 2022
Contact Information
| Department | Topics | Email Address |
| Craft Alcohol Branch |
· Production Reports | |
| · New-product circular, SLGA wholesale marketing programs and events, general craft inquiries | ||
| Liquor Licensing & Inspections Branch |
· Application process, renovations, adding equipment, changes to permit and permit renewal | liquorlicensing@slga.com |
| · General licensing Inquiries | liquorlicensing@slga.com |
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