Alberta iGaming Corporation partners with Responsible Gambling Council
RG Check accreditation will be a mandatory requirement for igaming sites entering the Canadian province’s regulated market.
Canada.- The Alberta iGaming Corporation (AiGC) has announced a partnership with the Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) that will make RG Check accreditation a requirement for all online gaming sites entering the Canadian province’s regulated market. RGC said the move would ensure regulated operators meet the highest evidence-based standards for responsible gambling.
The RGC developed RG Check as an independent responsible gambling accreditation programme more than a decade ago. The initiative evaluates sites against evidence-based standards, covering governance, player safeguards, staff training and marketing practices.
Operators must maintain their accreditation in good standing while operating in the province, and RGC will conduct assessments. For operators who currently hold RG Check accreditation in another jurisdiction, the transition to Alberta will be streamlined.
Dan Keene, interim AiGC CEO, said: “Alberta is committed to building a safer, regulated igaming environment where player protection comes first. By requiring RG Check accreditation, we’re ensuring that every igaming operator in our market has demonstrated their commitment to player safety through independent verification of their responsible gambling programs.”
Sarah McCarthy, RGC CEO, added: “This partnership with AiGC demonstrates the power of regulators and responsible gambling experts working together to protect players from day one. Alberta is building on a strong foundation established in Ontario, where RG Check has proven its value in creating safer gambling environments. This proactive approach ensures that player protection isn’t an afterthought; it’s built into the market from the ground up.”
Alberta opens igaming registrations
The province of Alberta opened igaming registrations for interested operators and service providers in January. The Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC) published the “Standards and Requirements for Internet Gaming”, outlining the regulatory framework for the new market.
The AGLC began accepting registration applications following the approval of amendments to the Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Regulation. Market entry involves a two-step process: applicants must first register with the AGLC for regulatory oversight before engaging with the Alberta iGaming Corporation (AiGC) to finalise commercial contracts. The process also requires integration with the AGLC’s centralised self-exclusion programme.
