What does the cryptic crossword clue "Get hold of drink, say, in Canadian city (8)" mean?

The definition is "Canadian city". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). WIN (synonym of "Get hold of") + NIP (synonym of "drink,") + EG (synonym of "say,"); definition: "Canadian city" The answer is WINNIPEG.

Get hold of drink, say, in Canadian city (8)

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