Alberta opposes proposed federal sports-betting advertising oversight
Alberta's opposition to Bill S-211 matters as the Commons committee prepares clause-by-clause scrutiny of ad oversight.
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River Cree selects GiG for planned Alberta iGaming launch
GiG will provide technology for River Cree's planned iGaming platform, extending the First Nations-owned casino online.
Springfield seeks open court proceedings in MGM casino sale dispute
The dispute leaves the proposed transfer of MGM Springfield’s operating rights subject to the city’s approval and ongoing arbitration.
BetMGM renews Connor McDavid partnership after Alberta launch
The renewal continues BetMGM’s marketing partnership in the Alberta market.
Ontario online poker liquidity faces Supreme Court objections
Supreme Court objections concern Ontario’s regulated online poker market, where shared liquidity increases player pools and pots.
Alberta’s AiGC reports 51 approved iGaming sites live as grace period ends
Operators without final authorisation face a shutdown requirement, while the reported live-site count shows the scale of Alberta’s regulated market.
Fondazione Fair presents Italian survey on responsible gambling communications
Survey respondents identified references to winnings, bonuses and financial benefits as concerns, with 59% considering prevention efforts inadequate.
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Alberta’s regulated iGaming market passes 50 licensed sites
More than 50 licensed sites mark Alberta’s regulated market after the unregulated-market deadline passed.
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Alberta closes igaming transition with 29 approved operators
Ending the transition means unlicensed sites now face enforcement in Alberta.
Italians rate responsible gambling communication as important but inadequate
Most Italians call responsible gambling communication essential while most regard it as inadequate.
FAIR-Ipsos Doxa survey finds 59% of Italians have limited responsible-gambling knowledge
The findings point to public awareness gaps relevant to gambling operators’ player-protection communications.
Canadian Gaming Association promotes regulated industry opportunities at ICE Barcelona
The initiative gives Canadian gaming companies and jurisdictions a platform to present business opportunities to international ICE visitors.
BetMGM launches in Alberta as executives report results above expectations
The reported early performance may inform operators assessing entry into Alberta’s regulated iGaming market.
Inteliumlaw introduces gaming licensing support for Ontario operators and suppliers
Operators and suppliers seeking Ontario licences gain a service supporting entry into the province’s regulated online gambling market.
GiG Software powers PowerPlay’s sportsbook and casino launch in Alberta
PowerPlay’s approved launch makes it GiG’s fourth active Alberta brand, using GiG’s account management, sportsbook, rules and data systems.
Alberta government expands betting competition to tackle illegal platforms
Alberta places commercial competition at the centre of its strategy to counter illegal betting platforms.
Goblin Traffic and N1 Bet report 693 first-time depositors from ASO campaign
The reported acquisition and conversion figures offer operators and suppliers data on a Prediction Markets marketing channel.
AGLC sets objection windows for gaming facility licence applications
AGLC's 30-business-day casino and 21-calendar-day bingo objection windows set the timetable for contesting Alberta gaming facilities.
Source: AGLC (Alberta)
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AGLC posts Bingo Palace relocation application for Calgary facility
AGLC posted the Calgary bingo relocation application, with written objections due by 30 October 2026, affecting relocation timing.
Source: AGLC (Alberta)
Canadian Lottery Coalition adopts Canadian Alliance for Regulated Gaming name
The membership invitation gives regulated gaming organisations an opportunity to join CARG’s advocacy on Canadian gambling policy.
Supreme Court of Canada hears Ontario cross-border iGaming arguments
The case concerns whether Ontario can legally permit its online gambling customers to play against participants abroad.
Dutch regulator issues guidance on verifying gambling account payment methods
Operators need payment checks that prevent youth or minors’ bank accounts from funding gambling.
Source: KSA (Netherlands)
Brazil betting ban affects 188 authorised brands and advertising contracts
The ban puts betting firms’ media spending and commercial arrangements in Brazil at risk.
NFL betting handle rises as sportsbook results swing in first month
Early-season handle and hold patterns shape how operators and investors read sportsbook margins and prediction market competition.
Parti Québécois wins Quebec election and will form minority government
The election outcome may affect the prospect of regulated iGaming in Quebec.