AGLC Changes

Over 2019 and 2021, Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC) undertook a Charitable Gaming Review that identified issues related to: wait times and distribution of proceeds from charitable casino events; use of proceeds earned through the conduct of licensed charitable gaming events (including casinos); and volunteer requirements and eligibility of charitable organizations for gaming licensing. The review included a survey of over 3,800 organizations and extensive stakeholder work that engaged 90 charitable organizations across Alberta, including the Nonprofit Chamber. This review identified areas for simplifying processes, modernizing technology, and improving communication within the charitable gaming model.   

Earlier this month, Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction announced several changes that respond directly to the feedback from the review, giving charities broader discretion in determining how gaming proceeds are used to support their programs and services. Changes include: 

• Addition of a wide range of proceeds categories. 

• Raising the thresholds for spending before approvals are required from $10,000 to $50,000. 

• Wider discretion in determining eligible expenses including the ability to use $100,000 in gaming proceeds to community events without AGLC approval, raising the administrative expense limit from 20% to 30%, raising the limit for facility renovations from $50,000 to $100,000 and removing the requirement for travel approvals. 

Changes will take effect as of April 1, 2025. The full announcement can be viewed here. 

Thank you to all the participating organizations and AGLC for these changes that will support Alberta charities in fulfilling their missions more effectively and efficiently.