AGLC — the regulator
The Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission (AGLC) is the provincial body responsible for licensing and regulating gambling in Alberta — historically land-based casinos and the PlayAlberta platform, and from July 13, 2026, the newly opened private online market as well.
What licensing means in practice
An AGLC licence requires an operator to meet standards covering fund segregation (player deposits kept separate from operating capital), independently audited game RTPs, identity verification at signup, and a formal dispute-resolution process players can use if something goes wrong with a withdrawal or a disputed bet.
How this compares to Ontario's model
Ontario uses a two-body structure: the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) sets the regulatory framework, while iGaming Ontario (iGO) operates as the entity managing the regulated market day to day. Alberta's structure is more consolidated under AGLC directly, though the practical licensing requirements operators face are broadly comparable.
One detail to confirm before publishing
Some Alberta market materials reference a body called "AiGC" alongside AGLC. We haven't been able to confirm the exact full name or precise operational role of this body from a verified source, so we've kept this page focused on AGLC, which is confirmed. Worth checking the AGLC's own published materials directly before this page goes live, in case AiGC needs its own explanation here.