New Brunswick Reviews Regulatory Models for Private Online Gambling Operators

New Brunswick is reviewing possible regulatory models for private online gambling operators. This process could end Atlantic Lottery Corporation’s exclusive position in the province’s legal online market.

Finance Minister René Legacy confirmed the review in a statement to Brunswick News. The government has set no timeline and named no preferred approach.

“Online gaming is continuously evolving and the number of options, regulated and unregulated, continues to grow,” Legacy said.

Government spokesperson David Kelly said officials are examining developments in other provinces and jurisdictions to determine how gambling can remain safe, responsible and appropriately regulated. The province has not decided whether to allow private operators.

Approaches in Ontario and Alberta

Ontario opened its regulated online gambling market on April 4, 2022. Private operators must register with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario and enter into an operating agreement with iGaming Ontario.

Alberta launched its regulated market on July 13, 2026, initially with 22 approved sites. The number of licensed sites reached 50 around the October 13 deadline for previously unregulated operators to enter the regulated market or leave the province.

Context from Recent FINTRAC Penalties

In July, the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada penalised the New Brunswick Lotteries and Gaming Corporation. It was fined CA$399,712.50 (US$289,400) for failing to report suspicious transactions that indicated possible connections to money laundering or terrorism financing. According to Focus Gaming News, the review occurs against this backdrop of compliance scrutiny and evolving market options.

Reporting: Focus Gaming News

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