Sports
July 30, 2021
Toronto Sports Facilities Could See Sportsbooks through theScore Bet
Sports betting in Canada will soon have additional options included, thanks to the approval of legislation to allow single-event wagers. As operators begin to prepare for a new era and more coverage, a number of deals are being worked out to gain better market position. The latest comes via Score Media and Gaming, which could […]
Industry
July 27, 2021
Sports Betting Operator in Canada Not Interested in Being a Canadian Sportsbook
FansUnite Entertainment is headquartered in what is expected to be a multimillion-dollar sports betting industry. As Canada expands its betting laws to allow single-event wagers, the Vancouver-based company is in a good place to capitalize on the expansion. However, it isn’t eyeing the new market as a potential target for a sportsbook, leaving more room […]
Legal
July 23, 2021
Ontario Gambling Watchdog Sets New iGaming Rules
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission in Ontario created iGaming Ontario which was tasked with regulating the iGaming market that is set to roll out later on this year. Reportedly, the new gambling watchdog released new rules affecting gambling ads, as well as online slot games. Ontario’s New Gambling Watchdog Rolls Out iGaming Rules Earlier this […]
Sports
July 22, 2021
PointsBet Brings Scott Vanderwel as CEO to Spearhead Canadian Operations
The Canadian sports betting industry is fast approaching, with PointsBet reinforcing its boots-on-the-ground in anticipation of the official market legalization. PointsBet Commits More People to Future Canadian Operations PointsBet continues to expand quickly across the board with a new hire to cover the soon-to-launch Canadian sports gambling market and the company’s local division. Scott Vanderwel, an […]
Industry
July 16, 2021
Retrospective: These Are the Industry Stories Making Headlines This Week
It’s been an interesting week in the global gaming industry, as most of them are. There is never any shortage of activity, all of which is leading to something even bigger for everyone from players to operators to regulators. More than ever, everyone has to be on their toes to stay on top of the […]
Business
July 16, 2021
Genius Sports Taps MEDIAPRO for Stronger Ties with Canadian Soccer
Genius Sports is expanding its reach in sports through a partnership with MEDIAPRO Canada for more coverage of Canadian soccer. Genius Sports to Bring More Canadian Soccer Globally Data and technology company Genius Sports Limited has secured a new partnership with MEDIAPRO Canada, a leading broadcast services and media rights distribution and production company. Through this partnership, the […]
Business
July 14, 2021
Chantal Cipriano Joins PointsBet to Lead Its Canadian Legal Operations
PointsBet continues to firm up its executive team as it prepares to play a larger role in North American gambling. The operator has appointed Chantal Cipriano as its new legal eagle to assist with expansion across Canada. Cipriano stated that the betting industry in Canada is changing and will grow at a very fast pace […]
Business
July 14, 2021
theScore Releases Latest Earnings Report, Misses the Mark
There is always a lull in gambling activity when March winds down. The NFL’s Super Bowl in February is done, the NCAA’s March Madness is over and there aren’t any other major contests on the schedule. A spattering of competitions in the PGA, NBA and other sports leagues helps buoy the market, but doesn’t produce […]
Casino
July 13, 2021
Gambling in Ontario Returns as More Casinos Reopen Friday
Great news is coming from Ontario, Canada. The province is finally getting back to its normal state and the number of COVID-19 cases has been on the decline recently. Because progress is being made, casinos will be able to reopen and provide the residents with gambling services starting this Friday. This is a part of […]
Industry
July 7, 2021
Ontario Establishing iGaming Ontario to Field Sports Gambling Activity
Now that Canada has made the smart choice to allow wagers on the outcome of sports events, Ontario wants to make sure it hits the ground running. The province is establishing an online sports gambling division that will “conduct and manage” iGaming offerings, according to a provincial government press release. If everything stays on track […]