Sports bettors in Alberta can download and use the BetMGM online sportsbook to wager on their favourite sports, including the NHL and CFL.
It’s also exciting news for Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers fans in Alberta, as they will be able to bet on NHL action throughout the year.
Alberta joins Ontario as the only province with a regulated online gambling market.
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Is Sports Betting Legal in Alberta?
Yes, sports betting is legal in Alberta as of July 13, 2026.
Does BetMGM Work in Alberta?
Sports bettors can use the BetMGM online sportsbook in Alberta.
Alberta is Canada’s fourth-most populous province, behind Ontario, Quebec, and British Columbia.
What Professional Sports Will I Be Able To Bet on in Alberta?
The Flames and Oilers form the epicentre of Alberta’s professional sports scene. The two NHL teams have a historic rivalry, arguably the league’s most heated.
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As there aren’t any MLB or NBA franchises in Alberta, most sports fans have a heightened interest in the Toronto Raptors and Toronto Blue Jays.
The Canadian Football League is woven into the province’s cultural fabric. The Edmonton Elks and Calgary Stampeders form another hotly contested provincial rivalry.
In addition, Albertans love the NFL’s Seattle Seahawks, so much so that you’d think they have their own franchise.
Where Is Online Gambling Legal in Canada?
Online gambling in Canada is legal in Ontario and Alberta.
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