🕰️ Early Development of Online Casinos in Alberta (1990s)
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Year Event 1994 The first online gambling licenses are issued in Antigua and Barbuda, paving the way for future online casinos. -
Year Event 1996 The first online casino, InterCasino, launches, attracting global attention to online gaming availability.
📈 Growth of Online Gambling (2000s)
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Year Event 2001 The Government of Alberta begins exploring the regulations surrounding online gaming. -
Year Event 2004 Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission (AGLC) starts monitoring online gambling to protect consumers.
🌐 Regulation and Legalization (2010s)
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Year Event 2010 AGLC releases guidelines on online gambling, fostering a safer gambling environment. -
Year Event 2016 Further expansions in online gambling operations, including poker and sports betting, start to take place.
🚀 The Modern Era of Alberta Online Casinos (2020s)
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Year Event 2020 COVID-19 pandemic leads to a surge in online casino activity as land-based venues face temporary closures. -
Year Event 2023 Alberta announces new regulations to enhance consumer protection and promote responsible gambling online.
