Addicts make up nearly 50% of Alberta’s gambling revenue

A study from the University of Lethbridge shows that in Alberta, the Canadian province that gets the most revenue from gambling, addicts fund nearly half of the gambling profits. This is especially astounding, considering gambling addicts make up only 2-3% of the population, leading to what researchers call an “ethically problematic” situation.

2013 Addicts fund nearly half of gambling revenue

LesAddicts make up nearly 50% of Alberta’s gambling revenue