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The approval process for a casino facility expansion or relocation consists of three steps:
A relocation means moving an existing venue to a new location within the casino's current distinct market area.
An expansion means the significant physical expansion of the gaming area in a casino. It may include an expansion of the building envelope (the outer perimeter of the building) or its outer dimensions (height).
AGLC updated the casino relocation policy to include distinct market areas within the province:
All other Alberta markets are defined by the Census Consolidated Subdivision that they reside in.
Applicants for a casino expansion or relocation must go through AGLC’s three step casino expansion or relocation process.
Recent changes to the process include:
This approach balances supporting casino and REC development and revenue growth potential with ensuring eligible charities continue to have access to casino events.
Under the requirements of the Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Act and Regulation all expansion and relocation decisions are made by AGLC’s Board, which is independent of government.
Yes. A proposal for casino expansion or relocation must meet basic criteria related to market demand, benefits to charitable groups and impact on other charitable gaming activities in the community. As well, the proposal must include the following information:
The applicant must post notice in the local media of the proposed move for at least two weeks. AGLC may also contact the municipality concerning the proposed move to solicit their views.
Letters may be sent to:
Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis
Attn: Chair of the Board
50 Corriveau Avenue
St. Albert, AB T8N 3T5