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As Alberta Inches Toward iGaming Rollout, Impact on Local Regions Comes Into Focus

Alberta’s iGaming market is set to launch in early 2026 under an Ontario-style model. Here’s how it could impact local communities, jobs, and player safety.

Posted on: January 30, 2026 | | Vanessa Phillimore

Player Safeguards is the Top Priority in Alberta’s Soon-to-Launch iGaming Market

Alberta says player safeguards and responsible gambling rules will be set through regulation as the iGaming market moves toward a 2026 launch.

Posted on: January 22, 2026 | | Vanessa Phillimore

Alberta iGaming Consultations: The Waiting Game Continues

Alberta’s iGaming market is coming, but delays continue. Learn what Bill 48 means, how the grey market is affected, and what’s next for online betting.

Posted on: January 12, 2026 | | Vanessa Phillimore

Super Group Ups Forecast, Pushes for Podium Position in Alberta iGaming

Super Group says Alberta’s regulated iGaming market could deliver double-digit growth following strong performance in Canada and Ontario.

Posted on: January 5, 2026 | | Vanessa Phillimore

Alberta iGaming Market Nears Launch Amid Heavy Lobbying and Political Ties

As Alberta prepares to launch its open iGaming market, gambling companies and industry lobbyists intensify efforts to influence online casino regulations.

Posted on: December 19, 2025 | | Vanessa Phillimore

Alberta iGaming & Sports Betting Launch Outlook: Timeline, Advertising Rules, Industry Questions

Alberta’s iGaming market is set for a 2026 launch. Learn what to expect on timelines, advertising rules, DFS, poker, horse racing, and PlayAlberta updates.

Posted on: December 9, 2025 | | Vanessa Phillimore

Alberta’s River Cree Resort & Casino Expansion Heats Up Competition in Canada’s Land-based Casino Market

River Cree’s major expansion adds new amenities and Top Golf, positioning Alberta as a rising casino and tourism hub.

Posted on: December 5, 2025 | | Vanessa Phillimore

Concordia University Sets Up Casino-Like ‘Collaboratory’ to Study Gambling Behaviour

A new lab at established at Concordia will study digital gambling behaviour in real time to examine the industry's embrace of digital.

Posted on: April 28, 2025 | | Robyn McNeil

Caesars Windsor’s Unionized Workers Ratify ‘Most Lucrative’ Union Contract

Caesars Windsor’s employees ratified a new three-year contract that union brass say is the “most lucrative contract” in the casino’s history.

Posted on: April 10, 2025 | | Robyn McNeil

Canadian Response to Trump Tariffs and Annexation Threats Could Hurt US Border Casinos

"Canada First" response to US President Donald Trump’s threats could upend US border casinos if Canadians opt not to cross the border.

Posted on: February 13, 2025 | | Robyn McNeil

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As Alberta Inches Toward iGaming Rollout, Impact on Local Regions Comes Into Focus

Player Safeguards is the Top Priority in Alberta’s Soon-to-Launch iGaming Market

Alberta iGaming Consultations: The Waiting Game Continues

Super Group Ups Forecast, Pushes for Podium Position in Alberta iGaming

Alberta iGaming Market Nears Launch Amid Heavy Lobbying and Political Ties

Alberta iGaming & Sports Betting Launch Outlook: Timeline, Advertising Rules, Industry Questions

Alberta’s River Cree Resort & Casino Expansion Heats Up Competition in Canada’s Land-based Casino Market

Concordia University Sets Up Casino-Like ‘Collaboratory’ to Study Gambling Behaviour

Caesars Windsor’s Unionized Workers Ratify ‘Most Lucrative’ Union Contract

Canadian Response to Trump Tariffs and Annexation Threats Could Hurt US Border Casinos

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Bet365 becomes an official partner of the CFL

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