The update directly addresses iGaming supplier standards and requirements for online betting platforms, specifically prohibiting certain betting products on political events.
The prohibition is framed within the Sports and Event Betting standards section, indicating that political event betting was previously treated as an event betting category.
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The update prohibits a specific category of betting markets (political events) for iGaming suppliers in Alberta, which is a direct restriction on the types of wagers operators may offer.
The amendment imposes a new ongoing licence condition requiring iGaming suppliers to update their documentation and ensure staff compliance with the political betting prohibition.
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TITLE: Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission Prohibits Betting on Political Events
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On March 17, 2026, the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission (AGLC) amended the Standards and Requirements for Internet Gaming (SRIG) to prohibit iGaming suppliers from offering betting on political events.
The amendment adds Subsection 4.6.5(p) to Section 4.6 of the SRIG, which governs Sports and Event Betting standards. The new provision specifically prohibits betting on political events, including elections, by-elections, and leadership contests. The amendment became effective on March 17, 2026.
iGaming suppliers operating in Alberta must update their Standards and Requirements for Internet Gaming documentation to reflect the new prohibition and ensure all affected staff are notified of the requirement. The AGLC notes that the policy amendment is part of its ongoing commitment to reviewing policies to meet stakeholder needs while maintaining an effective regulatory environment. Suppliers with questions or concerns regarding the amendment should contact the AGLC's iGaming Compliance Branch at igamingcompliance@aglc.ca.