IGaming
Alberta Eyes Online Gambling Launch
Alberta is setting the stage to become Canada's next province to embrace online gambling and sports betting, following in Ontario's footsteps.Minister Dale Nally of Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction is spearheading the initiative, aiming to establish Alberta as a leading hub for igaming…
Ontario’s Online Gambling Legality Challenged
The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke (MCK) has initiated a legal challenge against Ontario's regulatory framework for online gambling, arguing that the current model is illegal.This case, due to be heard next week, could have significant implications for Ontario's unique position in Canada's online…
Booming Games Enters Ontario Market
Slot provider Booming Games has secured a B2B gaming license from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission (AGCO) of Ontario, marking a significant step towards its expansion in North America.The official approval, received this Monday and announced on the company’s LinkedIn page, allows Booming Games…
Quebec Finance Ministry Rejects Online Gambling Deregulation
A spokesperson for Québec’s Finance Ministry has told La Tribune that it does not intend to follow in Ontario's footsteps in deregulating online gambling and ending Loto-Québec’s monopoly on legal gambling. This is despite an ongoing campaign from the Québec Online Gaming Coalition (QOGC) to…
New Paysafe research highlights shifting attitudes on gambling payments
Recent research by financial services company Paysafe has reported the evolving payment preferences among online sports bettors, including those in Canada. This study surveyed 3,000 participants across various legal gambling regions, including Ontario, and found that attitudes to payments were…
Conference Producers tell us what to expected from 2024 Canadian Gaming Summit
Since 1970, provinces have been able to self-regulate their respective gambling infrastructures, which has provided as many complexities as it has opportunities, for brands seeking to capitalize on what is an extremely tumultuous, but very promising market.In April 2022 the province of Ontario…
RAW iGaming partners with BetMGM Ontario
Game studio RAW iGaming has partnered with BetMGM to expand its operations in Ontario’s regulated casino market. Players on the BetMGM Ontario site will have access to unique games and innovative features like SuperSlice™, Supertracks™, and SuperSymbols™.BetMGM, renowned for its diverse library…
Ontario police arrest two for iGaming fraud
Two Toronto residents have been arrested following an investigation into fraudulent activities at Ontario’s regulated igaming platforms. The two will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Toronto.The joint investigation of the Ontario Provincial Police and Alcohol and Gaming Commission…
Alberta regulator sends warning about fraudulent casino ads
Another series of fraudulent casino ads has struck Canada, this time in Alberta. Alberta Gaming, Liquor, and Cannabis (AGLC) is warning players in the province about social media ads implying that land-based venues are offering igaming. Meanwhile, the group is reiterating iGaming is only offered…
BCLC’s Chief Compliance Officer talks FINTRAC report insights
Last week's report from Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre (FINTRAC) may have been news to some but to many online operators in the industry, the end result was largely a reminder of things they already knew.Speaking with Canadian Gaming Business, British Columbia Lottery…