Alberta's grace period for online gambling operators ended on 13 October 2026. Sites that were taking bets from Albertans before the regulated market opened on 13 July 2026 had until that date to join it or stop. From 14 October, any site offering online gambling in Alberta must be registered with AGLC and have an agreement with the Alberta iGaming Corporation (AiGC). The quickest check is the AiGC list of registered sites, or the AiGC logo on the site itself.
Who runs what in Alberta
According to AGLC, the regulator, the system has two parts:
| Body | Role |
|---|---|
| AGLC (Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis) | Regulatory oversight; registers operators and suppliers |
| AiGC (Alberta iGaming Corporation) | Commercial agreements with operators, anti-money laundering, financial reporting, public complaints |
Every operator must also connect to AGLC's central self-exclusion programme, so a self-exclusion through AGLC reaches registered sites.
How many sites are registered?
Canadian Gaming Business counted at least 51 registered sites from 30 companies on 15 October 2026, plus Play Alberta, the government platform. AiGC chief executive Dan Keene said operators still unlicensed are "offside" from 14 October and that he expects 10 to 15 more sites by the end of 2026.
How do you tell a registered site?
Covers reports that registered sites display the AiGC logo, which signals they meet the province's standards on game integrity, responsible gambling and safety. A logo can be copied, so:
- Look for the AiGC logo on the site.
- Check the site's name against AiGC's registered sites list.
- Treat a site that is missing from the list as unauthorised in Alberta, whatever its footer claims.
Our guide to verifying a gambling licence covers the wider checks.
What happens next
Dale Nally, the minister responsible for iGaming, told a Global Gaming Expo (G2E) panel in Las Vegas on 29 September: "We are intrinsically motivated to deal with the illicit market." He did not say which enforcement tools the province would use from 14 October. Covers reports he mentioned talks with Apple and Google, and reads that as a sign app stores and search results may be part of enforcement. The province has not published the details.
What it means for players
If you use an Alberta site, confirm it is registered. If your site has left the province, request your balance in writing and keep records. A registered site gives you a complaint route through the operator and then AiGC; see our Alberta complaints guide. Before you join any site from our Alberta casino listings, check it against the AiGC list too. If you want a break, AGLC self-exclusion and other free tools can help.
Questions people ask
How many online casinos are licensed in Alberta?
Canadian Gaming Business counted at least 51 registered sites run by 30 companies on 15 October 2026, plus Play Alberta, the government platform run by AGLC. AiGC's chief executive, Dan Keene, said he expected 10 to 15 more sites by the end of 2026. The AiGC list is the place to check the current number.
What happens to my account at a site that left Alberta?
An operator that did not register had to stop taking Alberta bets by 13 October 2026. Ask it in writing to withdraw your remaining balance and confirm the account is closed. Save your balance, transaction history and every reply. AiGC handles public complaints about registered sites, so an unregistered site leaves you with fewer options.
Is Play Alberta still running?
Yes. Play Alberta, the platform AGLC runs for the provincial government, was the only authorised site before the competitive market opened on 13 July 2026. Canadian Gaming Business reports it now operates alongside the privately run sites registered through AiGC.
Who regulates online gambling in Alberta?
AGLC (Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis) oversees the industry and registers operators and suppliers. The Alberta iGaming Corporation signs commercial agreements with operators and handles anti-money laundering, financial reporting and public complaints. Operators must also connect to AGLC's central self-exclusion programme.
Sources
- AGLC: iGaming (registration and roles of AGLC and AiGC)
- Canadian Gaming Business: Alberta iGaming, 50+ sites as grace period ends (14 October 2026)
- Covers: Alberta's iGaming grace period is over (October 2026)
Facts checked 22 Oct 2026. Compliance review 22 Oct 2026.
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