First Nations communities are taking a larger ownership role in Canada’s casino sector as Indigenous organizations continue acquiring gaming properties across several provinces.
As part of a new partnership, SA Gaming has made its live casino portfolio available through the SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator. The agreement gives the live casino provider access to a broader network of operators and players across global markets through the aggregation platform. SA Gaming has spent more than 15 years providing live dealer games for online casinos.
Alberta’s regulated online gaming framework has opened with Playtech among the suppliers serving licensed operator partners from the market’s first day. The company’s arrival places its casino and live gaming portfolio within a market operating under the iGaming Alberta Act and AGLC’s iGaming Standards.
Playtech has raised its expectations for 2026 after reporting a stronger-than-expected first half, with growth across the Americas helping push results above previous market forecasts. The gaming technology company said adjusted EBITDA for the six months to 30 June 2026 is expected to exceed €155 million.
BetGames has outlined its approach to improving player engagement through gamification while continuing to expand access to its live gaming portfolio through new commercial partnerships.
SA Gaming has expanded its portfolio with a series of product and compliance announcements, confirming GLI-19 certification for part of its gaming catalogue while preparing the launch of a new live blackjack title and introducing a football-themed version of one of its live game shows.
Ezugi has released a new live casino blackjack variant called Ride Free Blackjack, expanding its blackjack portfolio with additional free bet mechanics and new side bet options.
Alberta's regulated online gambling market is less than a month away, and the province's gaming regulator has introduced another set of rule changes as operators prepare for launch.
Pragmatic Play added two more industry awards to its collection after receiving recognition at the EGR Global 2026 B2B Awards.
EZUGI has expanded its live casino portfolio with two football-inspired roulette titles, timed for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026.
Playtech reported strong trading momentum during the opening four months of 2026, with the supplier highlighting continued progress in regulated markets and solid results from its live casino operations. The company said performance between 1 January and 30 April exceeded expectations, particularly across the Americas.
EveryMatrix has secured conditional licensing approval from the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission to provide iGaming technology services in Alberta, expanding the supplier’s regulated footprint across North America. The approval allows EveryMatrix to supply casino and sportsbook platform technology to licensed operators in the Canadian province.
BetGames believes live casino environments are moving beyond visual presentation, with operators increasingly using customised studio concepts and branded tables to strengthen player retention and engagement strategies.
A provincial lawmaker in Ontario has brought forward new legislation that would block advertising from online gambling companies, arguing that the province needs tighter rules around how these services promote themselves. The proposed law, Bill 107, sets out to stop online gambling operators from marketing their platforms within Ontario.
EZ Dealer Roulette by Ezugi has been rolled out in a French Edition aimed at giving players a more locally tuned experience.
Pragmatic Play has expanded its live casino portfolio with the release of Gates of Olympus Roulette, a new title that adapts one of the company’s most established slot brands into an interactive live game show.
Animo Studios has introduced a new live casino product designed around a gameshow format, launching Stake City Roulette exclusively on Stake.
Canada’s online gambling sector reached an estimated value of $9.5 billion in 2025, placing it among the largest markets globally and reinforcing its position as a key focus for operators and suppliers.
Soft2Bet has outlined plans to explore entry into Alberta as part of its broader expansion strategy, with the move dependent on regulatory approval.
Alberta is moving closer to launching a regulated online gambling market while introducing stricter responsible gambling requirements for operators.
