Lottery
AGLC simplifies access to its self-exclusion program
Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis (AGLC) is improving access to its self-exclusion program, making it easier for gamblers to exercise greater control over their habits and gain greater access to responsible gambling tools.As of January 10, 2021, bettors who wish to enroll or renew their…
Scientific Games earns WLA responsible gaming honour
Scientific Games has been awarded the World Lottery Association’s Responsible Gaming Framework Certificate, which recognizes the company for its continued improvement in responsible gaming practices across its global lottery operations for retail and digital products and services.“In the…
Nova Scotia still weighing up sports betting
Five months on from the enacting of Bill C-218 to legalize single-event sports betting across Canada, Nova Scotia is still assessing how best to roll out that new market.When the announcement was made on August 27, 2021, Atlantic Lottery Corporation declared it would be offering singles bets in…
Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries aiming for online growth
Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries (MBLL) CEO Manny Atwal has suggested that the corporation intends to gamble on growing its online gambling presence in the province in the coming months.Atwal presented MBLL's 2020-21 fiscal report at a standing committee hearing on January 11, during which he…
BCLC President & CEO Jim Lightbody steps down
BCLC's Lightbody had been on medical leave since September 6, 2019, after receiving a cancer diagnosis.
Jim Warren appointed Chair of OLG Board of Directors
OLG has named Jim Warren, president and CEO of Riseley Strategies Inc., as the new chair of its board of directors.
WCLC launches single-event betting with Scientific Games
The Western Canada Lottery Corporation has launched a slate of new sports betting options in partnership with Scientific Games through its existing Sport Select platform, including single-event sports betting for the first time.
Everi Boosts Canadian Footprint with Atlantic Lottery Deal
Everi Digital has expanded its Canadian presence with a deal that will see it launch its suite of gaming content on Atlantic Lottery Corporation (ALC)‘s online casinos.As a result of the partnership, a press release notes, the provider will take its three-reel mechanical and video slot content…
Alberta Looks for Two Initial Proponents in its Commercial Sports Betting Market
Alberta is moving closer to launching a commercial sports betting market that will offer single-event wagers.Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis (AGLC) has now begun accepting bids from prospective vendors that wish to enter the province’s market, welcoming interested parties to apply through …
New IWG e-Instant Game Goes Live with BCLC
Lottery games provider Instant Win Gaming (IWG)'s new eInstant game featuring second-chance prizes has gone live with its long-term partner, the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC).BCLC is the first to begin offering the InstantReplay-enabled game, which features a jackpot prize that is…