Poker
February 17, 2022
PokerStars Plans Attractive Offering in Ontario, Says Report
Ahead of the gaming market launch in Ontario set for April, operators are preparing to launch their operations in the province. According to a recent report, PokerStars, the leading global online poker room, is also paving the way to enter the regulated online market of Canada’s most populous province. Global Online Poker Room PokerStars Eyes […]
Industry
February 4, 2022
AGCO Approves Two Operators Ahead of iGaming Market Launch
Last month, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) confirmed that iGaming activities in the province will launch on April 4, 2021. However, before launching their activities, operators would need to receive approval from the regulator. Earlier this week, the AGCO greenlighted two operators that will be able to launch their services in April. […]
Business
February 2, 2022
Internet Vikings Expands Canadian Presence with Ontario Launch
Internet Vikings, a Sweden-based global iGaming hosting provider, has entered the Ontario iGaming market, expanding its presence in Canada. Internet Vikings Secures a License Ahead of Market Launch The provider has secured this entry right on time as Ontario plans to soon launch its regulated iGaming market. The Canadian province opened for applications starting September […]
Sports
February 2, 2022
OLG Introduces Single-Event Bets at Retail PROLINE Venues
Ontario Lottery and Gaming (OLG) announced on Tuesday that its retail sports betting operations PROLINE are now accepting single-event wagers. This brings the PROLINE offer on par with the PROLINE+ online wagering platform. Thanks to the upgraded option, PROLINE retail locations will provide bettors with a number of advantages, including but not limited to new […]
Industry
February 1, 2022
Penn National, Rivalry Welcome Ontario iGaming, Local Tribes Concerned
Canada is moving forward with its iGaming plans, but not everyone is happy. Rivalry Corp and Penn National Gaming have released positive statements in support of the launch of the marketplace. However, the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation (MSIFN) aren’t as impressed. Ontario Getting Closer to iGaming Launch Private casino operators that have registered […]
Industry
January 31, 2022
Ontario Confirms Private Betting Operators May Launch on April 4
Ontario has finally pulled the curtain on when private operators will be allowed to enter the regulated single-event sports betting market with the date now set for April 4. The news was confirmed by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario subsidiary iGaming Ontario. Private operators that have registered and satisfied the agency’s prerequisites will […]
Sports
January 27, 2022
TheScore Bet Obtains Responsible Gambling Certification in Ontario
TheScore Bet has received a responsible gambling check iGaming accreditation from the Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) in Canada. This marks the first private operator to have received the distinction in the province of Ontario as the country is opening up to single-event sports betting. Accreditation That Guides the Industry Through this accreditation, theScore Bet has […]
Casino
January 25, 2022
Ontario to End Full Lockdown, Reopen Casinos on January 31
Ontario will soon end another nightmarish lockdown that saw casinos shutter their operations again and continue to suffer from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Just like before, the measures will be lifted gradually. The provincial government did not decide to close down businesses lightly earlier this month, but the good news is that the 28 OLG […]
Legal
January 18, 2022
Ontario May Lose $2.8BN by Legalizing Online Gambling, Says Report
Ontario’s online gambling market holds significant potential. Opening the market would bring benefits for operators and consumers, but it will also fuel the province with fresh tax revenue. While all of this sounds good, a new report commissioned by the biggest casino operator in Ontario, Great Canadian Gaming, warns that the government may lose millions […]
Casino
January 5, 2022
Queenie Wong Is Gateway Casinos’ New Chief Financial Officer
One of the biggest and most diversified gaming and entertainment Canadian operators, Gateway Casinos and Entertainment, announced on Tuesday that it appointed Queenie Wong to serve as the company’s new chief financial officer (CFO). Gateway revealed that the appointment is effective as of January 1, 2022. Gateway Casinos Picks Queenie Wong as Its New CFO […]