Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1812, The American Army of the Northwest briefly occupies the Upper Canadian settlement at what is now at Windsor, Ontario. In 1913, The Second Revolution breaks out against the Beiyang government, as Li Liejun proclaims Jiangxi independent from the Republic of China. In 1920, Bob Fillion, Canadian ice hockey player and manager (died 2015) was born. In 1950, Elsie de Wolfe, American actress, author, and interior decorator (born 1865) passed away. In 1950, Gilles Meloche, Canadian ice hockey player and coach was born. In 1957, Dave Semenko, Canadian ice hockey player and sportscaster (died 2017) was born. In 1994, Eila Campbell, English geographer and cartographer (born 1915) passed away. In 1998, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Canadian basketball player was born. In 2000, Charles Merritt, Canadian colonel and politician, Victoria Cross recipient (born 1908) passed away. In 2004, Betty Oliphant, English-Canadian ballerina, co-founded the National Ballet School of Canada (born 1918) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
IN-DEPTH: Alberta's pathway to third-party iGaming

As Alberta prepares to legalize regulated third-party online gambling as of Monday, one industry expert claims the move is the next step in the evolution of the iGaming and sports betting market.
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Western Standard
· Jul 9, 2026
WATCH: The Alberta independence rodeo
WATCH: The Alberta independence rodeo
Canada Sports Betting
· Jul 7, 2026
Everything You Need to Know About Alberta’s Regulated Sports Betting Market Launch On July 13
Alberta is set to usher in a new era for online gambling when its regulated iGaming market officially launches on July 13, opening the door for private operators to compete alongside the province’s existing government-run platform, PlayAlberta. The move positions Alberta as the second Canadian province, after Ontario, to adopt a competitive online gambling framework [...] Read More... The post Everything You Need to Know About Alberta’s Regulated Sports Betting Market Launch On July 13 appeared first on canadasportsbetting.ca.
National Post
· Jun 27, 2026
NP View: Canada, Dominion of freedom
July 1, we mark all this great land is and can still become
Canada's National Observer
· Jul 3, 2026
Government-owned Trans Mountain to lead $35-44 billion oil pipeline to BC Lower Mainland
Smith and Carney announced Alberta’s proposal is opting for a route that roughly follows the path of the Trans Mountain Pipeline. The federal government and Alberta “will be equal partners in this project” and there will be a “meaningful ownership stake for Indigenous communities,” Carney said.
CBC News
· Jul 4, 2026
Alberta’s pipeline pitch is heavy on public, light on private investment — so who benefits?
Alberta’s pipeline pitch is heavy on public, light on private investment — so who benefits?
The Eastern Herald
· Jul 3, 2026
Alberta Opens Canada’s Second Online Gambling Market to 28 Operators on July 13
Alberta launches Canada's second regulated online gambling market on July 13, bringing 28 licensed operators including FanDuel, DraftKings and BetMGM into simultaneous competition for a province long served by unregulated offshore platforms. The Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission confirmed the date as the province finalizes a regulatory framework splitting oversight between the AGLC and the Alberta iGaming Corporation.
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Related coverage for "IN-DEPTH: Alberta's pathway to third-party iGaming ": Western Standard — WATCH: The Alberta independence rodeo. Canada Sports Betting — Everything You Need to Know About Alberta’s Regulated Sports Betting Market Launch On July 13. National Post — NP View: Canada, Dominion of freedom. Canada's National Observer — Government-owned Trans Mountain to lead $35-44 billion oil pipeline to BC Lower Mainland. CBC News — Alberta’s pipeline pitch is heavy on public, light on private investment — so who benefits?. The Eastern Herald — Alberta Opens Canada’s Second Online Gambling Market to 28 Operators on July 13


