Addiction experts say recent flood of gambling ads a problem for some Albertans
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Addiction experts say recent flood of gambling ads a problem for some Albertans
By Ken MacGillivray & Erik Bay Global News
Posted August 6, 2026 6:46 pm
Updated August 6, 2026 8:02 pm
2 min read
Advertising for online gambling platforms has become increasingly visible since Alberta opened its market to private operators. While proponents say the ads promote legal options for players, some experts and advocates worry the volume and content of the marketing could contribute to gambling-related harms. Erik Bay reports.
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