Is online gambling legal in New Brunswick?

Recreational winnings are not subject to income tax. A separate online self-exclusion for 6, 12, 24, or 36 months is available on ALC.ca.

Play only on sites licensed in New Brunswick; those have to follow its player-protection rules.

Online sports betting is legal on sites licensed in New Brunswick. Online casino is legal on sites licensed in New Brunswick. Online poker is legal on sites licensed in New Brunswick. The lottery is legal on sites licensed in New Brunswick.

The minimum age on record for gambling in New Brunswick is 19+.

Not taxed for recreational players. Winnings are considered windfalls and are not subject to income tax in Canada.

There are approximately 1 licensed operators in New Brunswick as of 10 Sep 2026.

Always verify a casino holds a valid New Brunswick Lotteries and Gaming Corporation (NBLGC); Gaming, Liquor and Security Licensing Branch (Department of Public Safety) licence before depositing.

New Brunswick Lotteries and Gaming Corporation (NBLGC); Gaming, Liquor and Security Licensing Branch (Department of Public Safety)'s website

Prominent operators in New Brunswick

If a site isn't on the regulator's licensee register, ask the regulator before you play: an unlisted site is usually not licensed here (a register can lag behind a new licence). An unlicensed site is outside the regulator's supervision, so you cannot complain to the regulator about it.

Player-protection tools

• ✓ Mandatory deposit limits
• ✓ Mandatory reality / time checks

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   1. Contact the Operator Directly

   The first step for any issue with game outcomes, payments, or account management is to contact the Atlantic Lottery Corporation's customer support. They are available via phone (1-800-561-3942) or email.

   ALC Customer Support
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   2. Escalate to the Provincial Manager

   If the issue cannot be resolved with ALC's front-line support, a formal complaint can be directed to the New Brunswick Lotteries and Gaming Corporation (NBLGC), which is responsible for managing the service agreement with ALC.

   NBLGC Information
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   3. Contact the Department of Justice and Public Safety

   For issues related to regulatory compliance or fairness that are not resolved by the operator or the NBLGC, players can contact the Gaming, Liquor and Security Licensing Branch, which oversees gaming regulation in the province.

   Gaming, Liquor and Security Licensing Branch

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  Confirm You Are on the Official ALC.ca Website

  Before logging in or depositing, always check that the URL is exactly https://www.alc.ca. Offshore scam sites may use similar-looking domains. The official site is the only one legally authorized to offer online casino and sports betting in New Brunswick.

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  Look for the Official NBLGC and Government of New Brunswick Logos

  The ALC.ca website and its operations are managed on behalf of the NBLGC. The site should feature branding and information connecting it to the official provincial lottery and gaming authorities.

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  Verify Secure Connection and Payment Options

  Ensure the website has a valid security certificate (a padlock icon in the address bar). Legal Canadian sites will offer well-known local payment methods like Interac, which are rarely available on illegal offshore platforms.

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  Check for Prominent Responsible Gambling Tools

  ALC.ca is required to provide and promote responsible gambling features, such as links to the self-exclusion program and the 1-800-461-1234 helpline. The absence of these specific New Brunswick resources is a major red flag.

• Myth

  It's legal to play on any online casino site from New Brunswick.
  Reality

  This is false. Under the Criminal Code of Canada, the only legal and regulated online gambling site for residents of New Brunswick is ALC.ca. All other sites are operating illegally in Canada.

• Myth

  My gambling winnings will be taxed.
  Reality

  Winnings from lotteries or recreational gambling are considered windfalls and are not subject to income tax in Canada. You only pay tax if you are a professional gambler whose winnings are the primary source of income.

• Myth

  The Tobique-licensed sites are legal alternatives to the government site.
  Reality

  While the Tobique Gaming Commission is a legally complex entity, its licensees are explicitly forbidden from accepting players who reside in New Brunswick. They are not a legal option for local residents.

What you can expect from a licensed site's offers in New Brunswick. The rules operators must follow are on the operator page.