PointsBet, BetRivers, and Betty are three of the operators that have applied for an Alberta iGaming License. The registration process for the online gaming market in Alberta officially opened a few weeks ago and there are a number of operators that already hold Ontario licenses applying.
Alberta iGaming License Registration Process is Open
The Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC) published its regulations on the 13th of January 2026, and with it the announcement that operators could apply. The published regulation standards stated that AGLC would "consider an applicant's registration in another jurisdiction acceptable to AGCL where the applicant is operating in the same role or function."
Dale Nally, the minister responsible for Alberta iGaming stated that Alberta's government was working with Ontario's to make it easier for iGaming companies that already have Ontario licensing to enter Alberta. He said, "We want to make it easy for them to transition to the province, to get rid of roadblocks rather than put them up."
Several of the 48 licensed operators in Ontario are applying for an Alberta iGaming license as they plan to launch in the province. Alberta will be Canada's second regulated province with an open iGaming market.
BetRivers Sports Betting and Online Casino for Alberta
BetRivers operated by Rush Street Interactive (RSI) will offer sports betting and online casino games in Alberta. The operator has years of Ontario experience and has applied for an Alberta license for its BetRivers platform.
Richard Schwartz, RSI CEO, said that Alberta fits their model. He also went on to say, "Canada continues to be a priority growth market for BetRivers, and Alberta represents an exciting next step. He also said, "We've been building and investing in Canada for years. We've seen strong momentum in Ontario since launching in 2022, and through our continued partnership with CBC and our Olympic activations, we're showing that we're all-in on Canada for the long term."
To find out more about what players can expect when Betrivers launches in Alberta, our full BetRivers Alberta review has the details.
Betty Canada to Branch Out into Alberta
Betty Canada has applied for an iGaming Alberta license and hopes to take its strong process in Ontario in Alberta. Betty Ontario is a slots-focused online casino and the operator's only active market.
Chavdar Dimitrov, Betty Canada CEO, said, "We're actively discussing our approach to starting in Alberta and moving to accommodate some of the product changes and compliance requirements. We have a proven formula for Ontario, I don't think we're going to enter the market with any new mix of vertificles.
He also went on to say, "One thing we are going to go for is a cross-provincial experience. We would like to make it seamless. We'll be doing a lot of localization and I'm sure there will be some cultural differences, but we are going to create an Alberta experience that is at least on par with Ontario.
To find out more about what a Betty online casino offering in Alberta could offer, our Betty Alberta review has more information.
PointsBet Plan to Launch an Online Sports Betting and Casino Site
PointsBet who are already licensed and regulated in Ontario by the AGCO have begun the licensing process in Alberta. The AGLC standards allow the operator to begin marketing activities and customer sign-ups in the province. PointsBet expects to launch both online sports betting and casino products on one platform in Alberta in the coming months.
Scott Vanderwel, PointsBet Canada CEO, said, "We're excited to introduce our innovative, Canadian-focused sports betting and online casino products to Alberta residents, supported by industry-leading speed, responsible gambling tools, and local expertise."
Other Operators Expected to Launch in the Alberta iGaming Market
There are a number of brands that are expected to apply for an Alberta iGaming license and these include FanDuel, BetMGM, and Caesars Entertainment. Caesars operates three separate iGaming brands in Ontario including Caesars Sportsbook & Casino, and Horseshoe Online Casino.
There are a number of other licensed Ontario operators that are expected to receive Alberta licenses. These include DraftKings, theScore Bet, Betway, NorthStar Bets, and Bet99. The operators that will launch when the market opens has yet to be confirmed and our Alberta iGaming sites page is being updated on a regular basis as new information is made available and we will have a list of all the licensed and regulated online casinos and sports betting sites on that page once the provincial iGaming market officially opens.
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