Legal
July 14, 2022
AGCO Fined Rideau Carleton CAD$227k Over 36 Alleged Violations
Official statements from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario cite dozens of alleged violations of regulatory procedures, rules, and policy enforcement. Rideau Carleton Has Its Hands Full The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has fined Hard Rock’s subsidiary Rideau Carleton – operating in Ottawa – a jaw-dropping CAD$227,000. Tom Mungham – registrar […]
Industry
July 5, 2022
Ontario’s AGCO Appoints Turcotte as Chief Legal Officer
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has officially named Josée Turcotte as its new chief legal officer. Turcotte will step into the shoes of Bruce Caughill, who gave up the position to manage Rush Street Interactive’s operations within the Canadian borders. Turcotte Will Supervise AGCO’s Approach to Legal Matters In her new position, […]
Industry
July 5, 2022
Ontario Regulator Reportedly Looking Into the Self-Exclusion Loophole
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has reportedly entered a review stage of the self-exclusion standards in the province after a bet loophole has been exposed. Players have found a way to “cheat” while playing at online sportsbooks by self-excluding, requesting to have their money returned, and then, using the funds at a […]
Sports
July 4, 2022
BallyBet.ca receives Ontario iGaming license
BallyBet.ca will be the new entry into the Ontario iGaming market with Bally’s sports betting and iGaming platform obtaining an entry into the coveted market. The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) issued the license on June 30 and the permit will run through June 29, 2024, when it will expire and be due […]
Business
July 1, 2022
NorthStar and Baden to Proceed with Reverse Takeover
NorthStar Gaming, a Canadian casino and sports betting operator, has proceeded with its reverse takeover of Baden Resources, a mineral exploration company focused on the acquisition, exploration and development of mineral properties in Canada and the USA. NorthStar Gaming to Be Acquired by Baden Resources The operator announced its intention of undergoing a reverse takeover […]
Industry
July 1, 2022
AGCO issues CAD$100,000 Fine to DraftKings in Ontario, Canada
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario has issued a new penalty to the tune of CAD100,000 targeting DraftKings. The company received a Notice of Monetary Penalty, the standard document used to notify operators about breaches of the existing gambling law, on Thursday. DraftKings Latest Company to Be Fined over Gambling Shortcomings The notice listed […]
Sports
June 30, 2022
FanDuel Expands Ties with NFL and Becomes Official Sportsbook Partner in Canada
FanDuel and the National Football League are not just going to give up on a good thing and the pair have now strengthened their partnership in Ontario, Canada, and across the general North American sports and betting landscape. FanDuel is now the official sportsbook partner for the organization and is signaling its determination to expand […]
Poker
June 29, 2022
PokerStars Obtains Poker License to Launch in Ontario
It is ON. This is the message PokerStars is sending fans who will finally have the opportunity to play on their favorite online poker site in Ontario. The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has cleared the company for launch in the market and PokerStars is celebrating in style. PokerStars’ Card Room Goes Live […]
Casino
June 27, 2022
Four Super Group Brands Make Entry into Ontario iGaming
Super Group, the company behind prominent betting and iGaming brand Betway, has announced that it is cleared to launch in Ontario with a host of new iGaming properties. The company received a go-ahead from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) for four gaming brands, including Spin Casino, Royal Vegas, Jackpot City, and Ruby […]
Casino
June 23, 2022
Fantasma Games Goes Live with Loto-Québec
Light & Wonder has boosted its partnership with Fantasma Games by delivering its slot content to Loto-Québec, the provincial operator of lottery and iGaming products in Québec, Canada. Thanks to Light & Wonder’s support, Fantasma Games has been able to establish its presence in the market and ensure that its expertise is needed. Fantasma Games […]
