Industry News

Coolbet is leaving Alberta just before the province launches its regulated online gambling market, ending sportsbook and casino operations after failing to transition into the new licensing system. Here's what the decision means for players and Alberta's historic iGaming rollout.

DAZN Bet, the sports betting and casino arm of global streaming giant DAZN, has officially launched in Ontario, the brand's first North American iGaming market entry. Alberta is next, with a regulated launch slated for July 13, 2026.

The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation has selected Intralot Canada as its new lottery technology provider following a two-year search. The partnership aims to fully modernize OLG's core lottery systems and deliver new player experiences by 2029.

Indigenous Gaming Partners' Pure Casino Entertainment has completed its acquisition of Gamehost Inc., giving the First Nations group ownership of seven Alberta casinos, making it the province's largest casino operator, just weeks before Alberta's historic iGaming market launches on July 13.

Alberta's iGaming market launches July 13 with around 50 licensed operators ready to compete. The AGLC has finalized strict advertising rules modelled on Ontario's framework, covering bonus promotions, athlete endorsements, and protections for vulnerable players.

Alberta’s commercial iGaming market is set to launch on July 13, 2026, and major operators including 888 and Hollywood Casino are joining the approved list as the province prepares to open its regulated sportsbook and casino market to competition soon.

Kalshi is entering Canada through a partnership with Wealthsimple, but sports prediction markets will not be included at launch. The article explains the regulatory limits, the role of CIRO, and what the move means for Canadian bettors and investors today.

theScore Bet has entered a new partnership with the CFL to sponsor the league’s fantasy game and app in Ontario and Alberta. The deal strengthens the operator’s Canadian sports presence as Alberta prepares to launch regulated iGaming this summer.

Alberta’s gambling regulator has clarified how casinos can advertise iGaming ahead of the province’s July 13 market launch, tightening rules on promotions, bonuses, and inducements as commercial operators and First Nations brands prepare to enter the new regulated online market.

PokerStars officially relaunched in Ontario on June 5, 2026, this time as part of FanDuel's platform. After nearly a month offline, the iconic poker brand is back, but the model, the technology, and the ownership structure have all changed.