Alberta Gambling Research Institute
About us
The Alberta Gambling Research Institute is a consortium of the University of Calgary, University of Alberta and the University of Lethbridge. Its primary purpose is to support and promote research into gambling in the Province of Alberta.
Apply for Grants
The Institute accepts proposals from eligible applicants for a variety of research grant opportunities.
Research
We provide grant funding to support peer-endorsed academic investigations. See a list of past research projects.
Resources
Learn about research resources related to various aspects of gambling.
Events
AGRI Annual Conference 2023
The Institute’s 2023 Conference is scheduled for March 30 to April 1, 2023 at The Banff Centre in Banff, Alberta. Registration, program & speaker info to follow.
Call for Speakers & Poster Submissions
Conference Speakers (.PDF) -- Deadline Jan. 16, 2023
Conference Poster Session Submissions (.PDF) -- Deadline Jan. 16, 2023
News
2021/2022 Annual Report
Performance highlights and audited financial statements for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2022.
Read Annual Report 2021/2022
AGRI National Project Publications
As of November, 2022, investigations from the AGRI National Project (ANP) study of gambling and problem gambling in Canada have resulted in 14 peer-reviewed journal publications, one accepted book proposal, and various other statistical materials.
- See Listing of Publications & Background Statistics
Summer/Fall 2022 Newsletter
Feature articles in this issue:
- Institute Hosts Successful Conference in Return to Banff Centre
- Critical Gambling Studies: Stimulating and Showcasing Interdisciplinary Gambling Research
- Studying the Effectiveness of Responsible Gambling Tools
2021/22 Major Research Grants Approved
Six major research grants were funded as part of the 2021/22 grant cycle. For details, see 2021/22 Major Grants.