Alberta Gambling

Fifth time lucky: lottery winner succeeds in claiming his jackpot

A Canadian man has succeeded in his court challenge to collect a $17-million lottery prize - his fifth such win. read more

Calgary schools' gambling ban raises cash-flow fears

News brief: Impending Catholic Education Foundation of Calgary won't be a replacement for the $2 million raised annually for schools through casinos and bingos. read more

Father arrested in casino after Calgary toddler left in car in -8 C

News brief: A Calgary father has been charged with child abandonment after firefighters rescued a toddler from a locked car parked outside a casino early Monday. read more

Companies want Calgary loophole closed

News Brief: Faced with slumping profits, two Calgary gaming companies want the province to close a loophole in the smoking ban that permits gamblers to light up on First Nation casinos. read more

Evergreen Gaming celebrates re-opening of Silver Dollar Casino

Silver Dollar Casino in Calgary, Alberta has reopened after renovation. read more

Stoney Nakoda casino brings new start to tribe

News Brief: The chiefs of the Stoney Nakoda First Nation cut a red ribbon Tuesday to open Alberta's newest casino, hoping it will bring economic and social benefits to a reserve with 80 per cent unemployment. read more

Century Casinos hosts poker tournament

Century Casinos, Inc. reports that its Century Casino & Hotel in Edmonton, Canada, will host the 1st Annual Celebrity Poker Tournament in support of the MS Society of Alberta on June 14, 2008. read more

Alberta reports gaming results

News Brief: Alberta gambling revenues are pegged to hit another record while exceeding expectations by $90 million, say government officials. read more

Century Casino host St. Patrick's Day tournament

Century Casinos, Inc. reports that its Century Casino & Hotel in Edmonton, Canada, will host the St. Patrick's Day Poker Tournament from March 10 - 15, 2008. read more

Century Casino boosted by 24 hour poker

The introduction of 24-hour poker at the Century Casino & Hotel in Edmonton, is continuing to contribute positively to the increased revenue and visitation of the casino. read more