# New Horizons in Safer Gambling Conference

- Dates: 2 November 2026 to 4 November 2026
- Location: Vancouver, Canada
- Organiser: BCLC
- Industry: iGaming

## About

The New Horizons in Safer Gambling Conference will take place at the Parq Vancouver in Vancouver, Canada, from November 2 to November 4, 2026. This pivotal event gathers industry leaders, researchers, and policy makers dedicated to advancing safer gambling practices. Attendees will engage in insightful discussions, partake in workshops, and explore the latest innovations aimed at promoting responsible gaming. With a diverse lineup of keynote speakers and panelists, the conference serves as a platform for sharing knowledge and fostering collaboration to create a safer gambling environment.

## Official links

- [Official website](https://2026newhorizonsinsafergambl.sched.com/venues)
- [Registration](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/new-horizons-in-safer-gambling-conference-2026-tickets-1987011358462?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)
- [Agenda](https://2026newhorizonsinsafergambl.sched.com/list/simple)
- [Call for speakers](https://sched.com/call-for-papers/?utm_source=event_subdomain&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=event_footer&utm_content=call_for_papers_link) (deadline unverified, check the call)

## Topics

- The Disruption Paradox - Reinventing Safer Gambling
- Technology Driven Innovations
- Venue Innovations
- What’s The Best Bet for Safer Gambling?
- Youth, Sports & Gambling Exposure
- Emerging Research Insights from UBC

## Speakers

- Tyjondah Kerr, Lorelle Muller Lumsden
- Darren Groth
- Ceyda Mumcu, Julie Hynes, Marie-Noelle Savoie
- Luke Clark, Mariya V. Cherkasova, Claudia
- Shawn DuBravac
- Heather Grieve, AJ Maisonneuve, Tamara Morgan
- Hodan Fourie, Stewart Groumoutis, Richard Taylor
- Laura Piva-Babcock, Phil Mun, Carrie Shaw
- Ridhima Gupta
- Marlene Warner, Matt Smith

## Where to stay

- **The Douglas, Autograph Collection**: 30 m from the venue, 45 Smithe Street, Vancouver
  - [Hotel website](https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/yvrps-the-douglas-autograph-collection/)
  - Phone: +1-604-676-0889
- **JW Marriott parq Vancouver**: 70 m from the venue, 39 Smithe Street, Vancouver
  - [Hotel website](https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/yvrjw-jw-marriott-parq-vancouver/)
  - Phone: +1-604-676-0888
- **Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Vancouver-Downtown**: 260 m from the venue, 111 Robson Street, Vancouver
  - [Hotel website](https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/yvrhshx-hampton-suites-vancouver-downtown/)
  - Phone: +1-604-602-1008
- **Georgian Court Hotel**: 280 m from the venue, 773 Beatty Street, Vancouver
  - [Hotel website](https://georgiancourthotelvancouver.com/)
  - Phone: +1-604-682-5555
- **Blu Hotel**: 290 m from the venue, 177 Robson Street, Vancouver
  - [Hotel website](https://hotelbluvancouver.com/)
  - Phone: +1-604-620-6200
- **YWCA Hotel / Residence / Hotel Willo**: 310 m from the venue, 733 Beatty Street, Vancouver
  - [Hotel website](https://www.ywcavan.org/hotel)
  - Phone: +1-604-895-5830
- **Rosedale Condominiums**: 360 m from the venue, 838 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, V6B 6A2
  - [Hotel website](https://www.westgateresorts.com/hotels/canada/british-columbia/vancouver/vi-at-rosedale-on-robson/)
  - Phone: +1-604-689-8033
- **Rosedale on Robson Suite Hotel**: 360 m from the venue, 838 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, V6B 6A2
  - [Hotel website](https://www.rosedaleonrobson.com/)
  - Phone: +1-800-661-8870

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