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Alberta targets early 2026 launch for regulated online gambling market

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Alberta is preparing to launch its regulated commercial online gambling market in early 2026, provincial minister Dale Nally told Canadian Gaming Summit attendees. The province will continue consulting land-based casinos and First Nations stakeholders, while regulations will set details including responsible-gambling measures and tax arrangements.

Operators need the launch timeframe and forthcoming regulations to assess entry conditions for Alberta's market.

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