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Cheer on your team: World Cup early liquor service

Albertans will be able to watch the 2022 FIFA World Cup of soccer at licensed establishments that can open and serve during games.
Gaming News Release

A new NFL season features several new additions on Play Alberta

Bills and Rams highlight week one schedule as road to Super Bowl LVII begins.
Gaming News Release

Keep It Legal

New Pan-Canadian coalition of provincial gaming corporations calls for interjurisdictional cooperation to tackle illegal online gambling
Liquor Information Bulletin

Calgary businesses continue commitment to a safer night out

​ Celebrating nine years of Best Bar None Calgary
Liquor Information Bulletin

Banff businesses continue commitment to a safer night out

Celebrating two years of Best Bar None Banff.
Gaming News Release

CFL’s Alberta teams, fans ready for week one action

Calgary and Edmonton look to end Winnipeg’s rein on top of the league.
Liquor News Release

Early liquor service hours approval for Calgary Stampede

AGLC is pleased to support liquor-licensed businesses with more flexible liquor service hours.
Gaming Information Bulletin

AGLC’s Responsible Gambling Awareness Week Returns, May 10-14

Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis (AGLC) is excited to announce the return of Responsible Gambling Awareness Week (RGAW)
Gaming News Release

Play Alberta readies for opening face-off of 2022 NHL post-season

For the first time on the province’s regulated, sports betting website, legal-aged Albertans can place wagers on each game.
Gaming News Release

Reducing red tape means more opportunity for charitable groups

Updated policy supports the needs of Alberta’s charitable groups
Gaming News Release

Protecting, supporting licensed charitable gaming

The Province of Alberta and AGLC remain committed to protecting the provincial charitable gaming model that serves community organizations.
Gaming News Release

AGLC soliciting proposals for retail sports betting

The successful proponents will work with AGLC to establish the provincial betting market through new and existing channels.
Gaming Information Bulletin

Gifting a lotto ticket to minors will put you on the naughty list

AGLC’s 13th annual Minors’ Awareness campaign will take place from now through December 25.
Gaming News Release

Play Alberta adds sports betting to roster

Play Alberta, is excited to announce that sports betting is now live.
Gaming News Release

Albertans are ready for single event sports betting

AGLC and Play Alberta are excited to add sports betting, including single event options, to the website later in 2021.
Gaming News Release

New fundraising opportunities support charities

AGLC is creating additional fundraising opportunities and greater flexibility for charities with updated raffle policies.
Gaming News Release

Albertans can now purchase lotto tickets online

New option to play draw-based games through Play Alberta
Gaming Information Bulletin

Play Alberta shuffles deck to include live dealer

Multiple casino-style table games will offer a live dealer option
Gaming News Release

AGLC supports proposed changes to federal sports gambling legislation

Changes in legislation would allow Alberta to align with consumers’ expectations
Gaming News Release

AGLC launching PlayAlberta.ca to offer Albertans expanded entertainment options

The province’s regulated, online gambling website will contribute to programs and services Albertans rely on.
Cannabis, Gaming, Liquor Statement

COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) information

Latest AGLC updates on COVID-19 impacts
Cannabis, Liquor Information Bulletin

New opportunities for Alberta’s liquor and cannabis businesses

Licensees can open their doors on December 25.
Liquor Information Bulletin

Liquor bag campaign reminds Albertans not to drive impaired

This holiday season, Alberta's youth are creating motivating and imaginative messages to remind Albertans on the dangers of driving impaired
Liquor Information Bulletin

Record number of Edmonton’s nightspots celebrate the very best in industry

Edmonton honoured its best accredited bars, clubs, pubs and entertainment venues during this year’s annual Best Bar Night Awards.
Liquor Information Bulletin

Liquor warehouse operator announced

Connect Logistics Services (CLS) is the successful proponent as the operator of the province's liquor warehousing and distribution network.
Liquor Information Bulletin

Grande Prairie nightspots continue their commitment for a safer night out

The sixth annual Best Bar None (BBN) program in Grande Prairie highlighted ongoing efforts of local hospitality establishments.
Liquor Information Bulletin

A good night out starts in Lethbridge

The second annual Best Bar None (BBN) program in Lethbridge highlights ongoing efforts of local hospitality establishments.
Liquor Information Bulletin

Best Bar None Banff celebrates the best of the best

Awards recognize industry’s commitment towards safety and responsible liquor service
Liquor Information Bulletin

Calgary’s nightspots continue their commitment to safer nights out

Calgary honoured its best accredited bars, clubs, pubs and entertainment venues at the Annual Best Bar None Accreditation and Awards.
Liquor Information Bulletin

Dry9 celebrates one year of supporting alcohol-free pregnancies

The inaugural year saw over 1,150 women commit to not consuming alcohol during pregnancy.
Cannabis Statement

Statement from AGLC President and CEO

Status of Alberta’s recreational cannabis supply
Cannabis News Release

Alberta prepared for cannabis legalization

With cannabis set to be legalized across the country in 2 days, the health and safety of Albertans remains a top priority for the province
Cannabis News Release

AGLC ready with cannabis retailers: 17 on the 17th

Retail locations across the province that have completed the licencing process receive interim licences
Cannabis News Release

Alberta’s online cannabis store prepares for the budding industry

Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis (AGLC) is pleased to unveil more details surrounding the online sale of cannabis at albertacannabis.org.
Cannabis News Release

SellSafe Cannabis Staff Training program now available online

Albertans anticipating to work in the recreational cannabis industry can now take the SellSafe Cannabis Staff Training program
Cannabis News Release

Updating legislation to prepare for legal cannabis

Albertans’ health & safety will be top priority as the province looks to modernize the Gaming and Liquor Act before cannabis is legalized
Cannabis News Release

Alberta’s online cannabis sales solution provider selected

OnX Enterprise Solutions awarded a 3 year contract for website development, implementation & management services for online cannabis sales.