*Note: Many LCBO locations had run out of test kits as of 2 p.m. on Dec. 17. Information on stock can be found on the LCBO's Twitter account*

Several LCBO locations in Waterloo Region will be offering free take-home rapid COVID-19 test kits as part of a "holiday testing blitz" in Ontario.

A spokesperson for the LCBO said Friday they're working to get tests to locations as quickly as possible. They'll be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. By Friday afternoon, some stores were already out of their supply.

The LCBO said it would provide stock updates on its Twitter account.

The province announced the plan to hand out rapid tests at LCBOs and pop-up sites on Wednesday.

In a press release, the LCBO said the tests will be available on a first-come, first-served basis starting Friday.

Other locations including malls, holiday markets, public libraries and transit hubs across Ontario. Locations will either offer take-home kits or perform rapid tests on-site.

Here's where you can find a rapid test at an LCBO in Waterloo Region:

CAMBRIDGE

  • Franklin & Dundas (South Cambridge Ctr)
  • Highway 24 & Highway 401

KITCHENER

  • Highland & Westmount (Highland Road Plaza)
  • Ottawa & Homer Watson (Alpine Centre)
  • Ottawa & River (Stanley Park Plaza)

WATERLOO

  • King N & Northfield
  • King S & William (Waterloo Town Sq)

Tests will also be available at these Guelph locations:

  • Scottsdale & Stone Road West
  • Speedvale & Stevenson

A complete list of where to find an LCBO with testing kits can be found here or on the LCBO website.