Casino
December 10, 2025
Ontario Tribe to Open New Casino & Refurbished Bingo Hall
Canada is soon set to receive a brand-new tribal casino next to a beloved bingo hall in Ontario. The project is the brainchild of the Wauzhushk Onigum Nation, which will be joining forces with local gaming powerhouse Gateway Casinos & Entertainment. Wauzhushk Onigum Nation to Open New Casino, Renovate Bingo Hall According to the announcement, […]
Business
December 9, 2025
NorthStar Gaming Appoints New CEO & Chair Following Moskowitz’s Exit
Canadian gambling and sports betting company NorthStar Gaming Holdings announced major leadership changes due to the departure of its chief executive officer and chair, Michael Moskowitz. The company unveiled two new appointments to fill in the gaps left by his exit. Moskowitz Departs, Goodman Named Interim CEO According to NorthStar Gaming’s announcement. Moskowitz is no […]
Casino
December 9, 2025
Five Charged in Fake Calgary Casino Winnings Scheme
Calgary police have charged five people in connection with an alleged scheme to defraud a southwest Calgary casino. Fake Card Winnings According to investigators, two casino employees are accused of issuing fake winnings to certain patrons over several weeks. The activity was first noticed by casino management, who launched an internal review before notifying the […]
Industry
December 3, 2025
Rapid Growth of Online Betting Takes Toll on Ontario, Health Top Official Says
Online sports betting is taking a toll on people in Ontario, Canada, according to Bill Marra, the chief executive of Hotel-Dieu Grace Healthcare in Windsor. According to Marra, the rapid expansion of online betting has pushed many people into gambling debts and other associated problems. Healthcare Professional Becomes Latest to Urge Action Against Excessive Gambling […]
Industry
December 1, 2025
Canadian Push for a Total Gambling Ad Ban Unlikely to Succeed
Canada is seeing a notable increase in the demand for the total prohibition of gambling advertising, with senators banding together to push for stricter regulations. However, such a drastic measure remains unlikely. While outspoken lawmakers argue that the surge in sports betting ads since 2021 has created a public health concern, regulators and industry figures […]
Legal
November 28, 2025
Suspects Behind Illegal British Columbia Casino Receive Charges
The Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit of British Columbia’s Joint Illegal Gaming Investigation Team (JIGIT) has arrested several people tied to an illegal gambling operation in Saanich. The reported unlicensed violation has led to numerous charges against the involved individuals. The Operation Led to Over a Dozen Arrests According to the announcement, the JIGIT just […]
Lottery
November 26, 2025
Toronto Lottery Millionaire Under Scrutiny over ‘Fraudulent’ Claiming of Ticket
The Ontario Provincial Police has charged Alex Parucha with fraud and theft following an investigation that suggests that he claimed a $1-million Lotto Max Free Play ticket on July 2, 2025, on his own behalf when, in reality, he should have been claiming it on behalf of three claimants. Man Investigated and Due to Appear […]
Casino
November 20, 2025
Ontario iGaming Hits Record in October as Online Casinos Dominate
Ontario’s online betting scene hit a new high in October, wrapping up the month with its best showing since the province launched its regulated market in 2022. Online Casinos Lead Ontario iGaming Surge with $6.5B Wagered in October New data from iGaming Ontario reveals that gamblers bet over CAD 9.2 billion ($6,5 billion) on licensed […]
Poker
November 13, 2025
Ontario Court Decision Opens Path to Cross-Border Online Poker and DFS
Ontario’s highest court has removed a key legal obstacle that could transform the province’s online gaming scene, allowing poker and daily fantasy sports (DFS) players to face off against rivals outside Canada. Legal Green Light May Revive Ontario’s Struggling Poker and Fantasy Sports Scene In a 4–1 ruling released on November 12, the Ontario Court […]
Casino
November 11, 2025
Great Canadian Entertainment to Sell Fraser Valley Casino
Great Canadian Entertainment and the Ts’elxwéyeqw Group, representing seven First Nation communities, announced that they have reached a definitive agreement for the Ts’elxwéyeqw Group to purchase Elements Casino Chilliwack. The deal was finalized on November 7, 2025, and represents a major milestone for the communities in the Fraser Valley region. “An Exciting Milestone for Our […]
