Should Alberta Regulate Online Gambling?
Official title: iGaming Strategy engagement
Alberta wants to create rules for online gambling sites. Right now, many Albertans use unregulated offshore sites with no consumer protections. The government is developing regulations that would require operators to follow strict rules around age verification, responsible gambling, and self-exclusion programs.
Why This Matters
Ever gambled online? Many Albertans do, but most sites operate outside Canadian law. That means no recourse if you're cheated, no age verification, and no help if gambling becomes a problem. This could change how safe online betting is in the province.
What Could Change
Alberta could license online gambling operators for the first time. Licensed sites would need to verify users are 18+, offer self-exclusion tools, and follow advertising rules. Revenue from regulated gambling would fund provincial programs instead of going offshore.
Key Issues
- What consumer protections should online gambling sites be required to have?
- How should responsible gambling and self-exclusion programs work?
- How can existing Alberta casinos integrate online gambling offerings?
- How can red tape be reduced for the gaming industry?
How to Participate
- Email your feedback on iGaming regulations to abigamingengagement@gov.ab.ca.
Submit Your Input
Questions Being Asked (4)
- What consumer protections should be included in iGaming regulations?
- What social responsibility standards and supports should be required?
- How should land-based operators be able to integrate iGaming offerings?
- How can red tape be reduced in the gaming industry?