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DraftKings Confirms Alberta Launch in July
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

DraftKings Confirms Sportsbook, Casino Launch Plans in Alberta, Canada

Individuals in Alberta who meet the minimum age requirement can already pre-register for DraftKings Sportsbook and online casino.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Canadian Gambler Battles 888 Casino Over Withheld CA$1.3M Jackpot Payout

Alberta VIP James Kotylak hit multiple jackpots on a Pragmatic Play slot, watched his balance hit CA$1.3M, and then saw it wiped to zero by 888 Casino.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Ontario’s Centralized Self-Exclusion Program Gets Closer as AGCO Tightens iGaming Standards

The AGCO has updated its iGaming standards ahead of iGaming Ontario’s Centralized Self-Exclusion program, expected to launch in the first half of 2026.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

OLG Goes Live with Bede Gaming’s React Native Mobile App in Ontario

OLG has rolled out a new mobile app built on Bede Gaming’s React Native framework, serving over one million monthly users across Ontario.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

LALIGA Signs First-Ever European Soccer League Deal With Polymarket in the US and Canada

LALIGA has named Polymarket its Official and Exclusive Prediction Market Partner in the US and Canada, marking a first for European soccer.
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Toronto Maple Leafs players Calle Järnkrok and Max Domi in action against Seattle Kraken's Tye Kartye during an NHL game in January 2024
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Maple Leafs GM Search Underway as Mehta Emerges as Betting Favorite

The Leafs have fired Brad Treliving and are searching for a data-centric GM to lead the rebuild of Canada’s most scrutinized hockey franchise.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Canadian Regulators Draw a Hard Line on Prediction Market Trading

Canadian regulators reinforce prediction market restrictions as Polymarket defies its Ontario ban and insider trading concerns grow in the US.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

RGC Launches PSA Campaign to Tackle Gambling Harm Among Young Adults

The RGC's Randoms 2025 PSA campaign combines government funding, broadcaster partnerships, and data-backed outreach to protect young Canadians from gambling harm.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Alberta's iGaming Market Launches July 13 with New Regulations

Alberta's regulated iGaming market goes live on July 13, under new government oversight aimed at generating $700M in annual revenue.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Gamehost to Be Acquired by Pure Casino in $200M Deal

Pure Casino will acquire Gamehost in a $200 million deal set to close in mid-2026, subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals.
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