EDMONTON, Alberta – Alberta’s regulated online gambling market is taking shape ahead of its July 13 launch, with 28 sportsbook and casino operators already seeking entry into the province’s new framework.
The Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission said it expects the list to grow quickly and plans to issue weekly updates. The agency noted it is receiving a “high volume of inquiries” and is prioritizing companies that have already paid registration fees.
Major operators on the current list include FanDuel, PointsBet Canada, BetRivers, theScore Bet, Bet99, Betway, DraftKings, Bally’s, BetMGM, Golden Nugget and Caesars, which has applied for three brands: Caesars Sportsbook, Horseshoe Online Casino and Caesars Palace Online.
In addition to operators, the AGLC has approved 22 system providers, eight platform developers and 11 goods‑and‑services suppliers to support the new market.
Alberta’s open‑market model mirrors Ontario’s, which launched in 2022 and now includes 45 licensed operators and 79 active gaming sites, according to iGaming Ontario.
Under Alberta’s structure, the AGLC oversees registrations and regulatory compliance, while the newly created Alberta iGaming Corporation manages commercial agreements, anti‑money‑laundering oversight, public complaints and financial reporting.
The province will take a 20% share of net igaming revenue, with operators retaining 80%. An additional 2% of gross gaming revenue will support First Nations, and 1% will fund social responsibility initiatives.
“We’re excited about the opportunity to expand DraftKings’ footprint in Canada and bring our online sportsbook and casino experiences to customers in Alberta,” Greg Karamitis, DraftKings’ executive vice president and general manager of sports, said in April. He added that the timing of the launch, coinciding with the World Cup in North America, offers “a particularly exciting moment for sports fans in the province.”
