GGPoker Unveils Exclusive Online Satellites for WSOP-C Calgary 2026

bjorn-lindberg
17 Dec 2025
Bjorn Lindberg 17 Dec 2025
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  • GGPoker launches satellites for WSOP-C Calgary event, starting at $5.
  • Main Event buy-in $2,200; qualifiers include $50 and $100 entries.
  • Kevin Martin to participate; use code 'newbonus' for registration perks.
WSOP Circuit Calgary 2026
GGPoker, the world’s leading online poker platform, has officially launched its exclusive satellite schedule for the upcoming World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOP-C) Calgary live event.

The prestigious festival returns to the Deerfoot Inn & Casino in Calgary, Alberta, from January 7–19, 2026. As a cornerstone of the Canadian poker circuit, the event offers local and international grinders the opportunity to compete for a total of 18 WSOP Circuit Gold Rings.

Qualify for the $2,200 Main Event from $5

The focal point of the series is the $2,200 buy-in WSOP-C Calgary Main Event. Through GGPoker’s exclusive online partnership, players across Canada can bypass the direct entry fee by qualifying through a structured satellite path:
  • Step Satellites: Entry starting at just $5.
  • Direct Qualifiers: $50 and $100 buy-in events awarding $1,700 seats and full $2,500 travel packages.
  • Flexible Schedule: Satellites are running daily in the GGPoker lobby, offering multiple paths to the Alberta-based live tables.

WSOP-C Calgary Main Event Schedule

The Main Event features a professional-grade structure with three starting flights.
Event Stage
DateTime (MST)
Day 1A 15-jan-26 11:00 AM
Day 1B 16-jan-26 11:00 AM
Day 1C 17-jan-26 11:00 AM
Day 2 18-jan-26 12:00 PM
Final Day 19-jan-26 12:00 PM

GGPoker Bonus Code for New Players

New players joining the platform to qualify for the Calgary circuit can use the GGPoker bonus code newbonus during registration. This code activates the site's premier welcome package, allowing users to choose between:
  • A 100% Matched Deposit Bonus up to $600.
  • $100 in Free Rewards (including tournament tickets and Cash Game Dollars).

The newbonus code is valid in Canada (including Ontario) and all other jurisdictions where GGPoker is legally available.

Ambassador Presence: Kevin Martin

The festival is expected to attract high-profile talent, including members of GGTeam. Leading the local representation is Calgary's own Kevin Martin. A former Big Brother Canada winner and a prominent poker content creator, Martin is a frequent fixture at Deerfoot Inn events and is confirmed to participate in the Ring events.

"The WSOP is coming back to Calgary, and we are thrilled to offer our players a low-cost, exclusive route to the Deerfoot Inn & Casino," said Sarne Lightman, Managing Director of GGPoker. "The Canadian community is incredibly passionate, and we look forward to seeing GGPoker qualifiers battling for poker glory on home soil."

How to Find Satellites

To enter, log in to the GGPoker app and navigate to the "Tournaments" tab. Use the search bar to filter for "Calgary" or "WSOP-C" to see all available qualifiers.

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