Modernization choices Albertans can trust

For nearly 25 years, AGLC has been recognized as a regulatory leader in Alberta’s gaming, liquor and now cannabis industries. AGLC continues to seek stakeholder feedback and implement improvements to ensure policies are meeting industry’s needs.

AGLC’s continued dedication to reviewing and updating policies demonstrates our deep commitment to a modern regulatory environment that supports consumer choice, innovation and economic growth. See below for a list of AGLC’s modernization achievements over recent years.

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  • 2023
  • 2022
  • 2021
  • 2020
  • 2019
  • 2018
2023

Energy Drinks in Liquor Stores

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Cannabis Samples

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Updating policy for VLT retailers

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Commercial Bingo Handbook Review

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Small Liquor Manufacturers off sales at trade shows

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Changes to the destruction of faulty liquor products

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Minor Updates to CTCOG & RECTCOG

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Added Value Items

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Cannabis Signage

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Cannabis Store Openings

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2022

Updating the Liquor Licensee Handbook

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Updating Casino and Racing Entertainment Centre Policies

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Host First Nation Casino Policy

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Casino & Racing Entertainment Centre Policy

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Lottery Ticket Centre Policy Handbook Modernization

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Cannabis Related Items

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Liquor Prohibited Relationships Amendments

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Host First Nation Use of Proceeds

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Manufacturer Off-Site Storage

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Pull Ticket Terms & Conditions

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Update to Charitable Gaming Policies Handbook

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Update to Host First Nation Charitable Casino Policy Handbook

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Update to Cannabis Representative Handbook

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2021

Update to Host First Nation Charitable Casino Policy Handbook

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Liquor Agency Handbook amendments

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Enhanced liquor store security guidelines

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Liquor store handbooks merged to streamline information

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Greater flexibility in the storage and disposal of pre-mixed drinks

Premixed drinks - Bellini

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Update to Casino Terms & Conditions and Operating Guidelines

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Expanded options for liquor payments

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Update to KENO charity commissions

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Raffle policy consolidation & new opportunities

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2020

Liquor Licensee Handbook updates ease regulatory requirements for licensees

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Sale of mixed drinks for off-site consumption

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Off-premises “virtual” liquor tastings

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More flexibility for commercial bingo

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Expedited licensing process for liquor agencies

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Complimentary sealed liquor samples for off-site consumption

Various sample size liquor bottles

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Liquor manufacturers to store finished product off-site

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Simplified licensing for limousines and large format bikes

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Farmers’ and seasonal markets eligible for liquor licences

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Hotels accommodated to provide unique liquor service experiences to guests

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Bus tours may accommodate liquor consumption

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Gaming policy expansions for progressive jackpots

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Amendments made to the Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Act and Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Regulation

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Streamlined administrative processes support casinos and racing entertainment centres

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Expanded fundraising opportunities provide charities with more flexibility

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More liquor license opportunities for patios

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Charities have greater opportunities to fundraise through raffles

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Greater flexibility for Alberta estate manufacturers

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Enhanced security for cannabis delivery and returns

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Liquor and cannabis application process now easier

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More flexibility with liquor tastings

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Eased regulation supports casinos and racing entertainment centres

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Greater efficiencies for liquor and cannabis licensing applicants

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Policy amendments support Alberta liquor manufacturers

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Cannabis products may transfer between stores

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Liquor may be sold through take-out or delivery

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Improved flexibility for entertainment in licensed premises

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Web-based portal helps liquor manufacturers submit transactions

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Amendments provide more flexibility to casinos and racing entertainment centres

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2019

Liquor and cannabis retailers and establishments may open Christmas Day

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Domestic breweries have more options to store and distribute products

Multiple beer kegs in warehouse

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Reduced requirements for liquor delivery service records

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More opportunities to obtain Class B liquor licences

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Approved liquor service and consumption on large format bikes

White large format party bike

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Connect Logistics Services announced as the operator for Alberta’s liquor warehousing and distribution network

AGLC liquor warehouse Front

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Removed unnecessary requirements for casinos and racing entertainment centres

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More eligibility for small liquor manufacturers

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Expanded payment options for charities

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More opportunities for hotel liquor licensees

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Consultation yields larger prize pool for slot tournament players

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Streamlined special event licence policies

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Host First Nations casinos are now able to cost-recover fundraising activities

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Small liquor manufacturers may sell products at artisan markets

2 Couples looking through liquor bottle selection at farmers market

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Amended policy supports cash deposits for lottery and VLT retailers

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Simplified policies for special event licences

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Consultation resulted in increased wages for casino advisors

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2018

More support for small liquor manufacturers

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Increased opportunities for charities

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More opportunities for charitable groups to fundraise

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Reduced licence fees for bingo events and pull-tickets

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Customers to make their own beer, wine and ciders on-site

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Liquor manufacturers may infuse liquor to create specialty drinks

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New liquor distribution centre creates efficiencies

AGLC liquor warehouse inside

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Clarified policy creates opportunities for liquor licensees

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Improved process related to faulty product claims

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Increased revenue for casinos, racing entertainment centres and charities

Horse Racing at Racing Entertainment Centres

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Amended policy supports licensees with liquor tastings

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Charitable groups have more flexibility with gaming proceeds

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Enhanced liquor licensing opportunities for spas, salons and barbershops

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