DraftKings said it plans to launch its online sportsbook and casino in Alberta on the anticipated market opening date of 13 July. The company said the launch remains subject to licensing and regulatory approval.
DraftKings’ Alberta entry remains conditional on licensing and regulatory approval, making those decisions central to launch planning.
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PowerPlay said it plans to enter Alberta ahead of the province’s 13 July regulated iGaming launch. The company said its entry remains subject to final regulatory approvals and completion of commercial onboarding requirements.
Alberta approved the International Betting Integrity Association to monitor suspicious betting activity for the province’s regulated online market ahead of its planned 13 July launch. IBIA will report suspected activity on licensed platforms to the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission. The report says 28 operators had registered or begun registration by 1 May.
Gaming Corps said it received a conditional iGaming supplier licence from Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis, through Gaming Corps Malta Ltd, ahead of the province’s market launch on 13 July 2026. The licence authorises the company to manufacture and supply gaming software in Alberta. Gaming Corps COO Alex Lorimer said the company planned to bring its games to operators in the province.
Alberta’s Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis Commission listed 28 operators for the province’s regulated online gambling market, due to open on 13 July. The list includes FanDuel, DraftKings, BetMGM and PlayAlberta; the provincial government estimates annual tax revenue could reach CAD100 million. The AGLC also approved 22 critical gaming service providers.
Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis registered theScore Bet as an operator ahead of the province’s planned 13 July 2026 iGaming launch. PENN Entertainment said theScore Bet has begun pre-registration and plans to offer sports betting and online casino services when the market opens.