Sports
June 21, 2024
Canada Investigates Jontay Porter over NBA Betting Scandal
In April, the Toronto Raptors center, Jontay Porter, was banned by the NBA for life after an investigation uncovered breaches of the Association’s rules on gambling. The enforced penalty marked the toughest sanction the league can impose and may effectively end the player’s professional basketball career. Amid the probe that uncovered Porter was involved in […]
Business
June 20, 2024
GiG Continues Ontario Growth with Venture Labs Deal
Just after finalizing its €15 million bond issue, Gaming Innovation Group (GiG), an iGaming marketing and media leader, announced the signing of a head of terms agreement with Ventures Lab. A market-leading leading online sports betting and gaming group, Ventures Lab will become GiG’s fourth partner in Ontario. In line with GiG’s global growth strategy, […]
Business
June 14, 2024
AGLC to Buy 150 Valor Terminals From Inspired Entertainment
NASDAQ-listed business-to-business supplier of gaming content, technology, services, and hardware, Inspired Entertainment, has announced a fresh partnership with Alberta’s governmental agency responsible for overseeing casino gaming, Alberta Gaming, Liquor, and Cannabis (AGLC). The announcement comes half a year after the start of what proved to be a successful trial period, as a result of which […]
Lottery
June 3, 2024
Lucky Winner in Ottawa Scores CAD70 Million Lotto Max Jackpot
A lucky individual in the Canadian capital, Ottawa, struck gold with the CAD70 million (51.38 million) Lotto Max jackpot. The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) confirmed that the winning ticket for Friday night’s draw was sold somewhere in the city. The mystery winner has not yet made a public statement regarding his landmark win. […]
Legal
May 29, 2024
Dealer and Players Charged for Conspiring to Defraud Casino
The Investigation and Enforcement Bureau (IEB), a body comprised of Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers, has arrested and charged three people believed to have been involved in a casino cheating scheme. According to the allegations, a dealer was in cahoots with two players to defraud the casino. The investigation at the Pickering Casino Resort was […]
Industry
May 28, 2024
Former Toronto City Official Suspected of Link with Illegal Gambling Ring
A former director of transportation operations and maintenance for the City of Toronto, Canada, is facing charges over his alleged participation in an illegal gambling ring. The man, identified with the initials K.P., was among 16 people, who were arrested back in April by law enforcement on suspicion of participating in an illegal bookmaking operation. […]
Sports
May 27, 2024
2024 Canadian Grand Prix Formula 1 Odds, Time, and Prediction
Everything went wrong for Max Verstappen in Monaco, but the defending champion is determined to get back on his feet. After finishing 6th in the previous race, he wants to start winning again and the 2024 Canadian Grand Prix odds suggest he’ll do it. What do we think? Just keep reading this Canada GP prediction […]
Casino
May 15, 2024
Vancouver Council Eases Restrictions on Casino Expansions
In a recent vote, Vancouver’s ABC party has decided to change the city’s strict moratorium on gambling expansions. The amendment was passed despite opposition from health officials and calls for more public consultation. ABC Councilors Approve Increase in Casino Slot Machines The recent ruling allows new applications from the B.C. Lottery Corporation (BCLC), which can […]
Sports
May 14, 2024
Canadian Lawmaker Puts Forward a Plan to Restrict Sports Betting Ads
As market spending from companies on betting ads decreases noticeably in the United States, Canada has been riding the tide of gambling advertisements. Now, a Prince Edward Island senator wants to change this, with Percy Downe insisting that ads related to sports gambling sites and mobile apps should face tougher restrictions. Gambling Ads Need to […]
Legal
May 14, 2024
Ontario Superior Court of Justice Shuts Case Against iGaming
In a decision on Monday, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice has ruled against the challenge of the Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke which sought to overturn a previous decision to allow online casino games in the provincial market in Ontario. Legal Challenge to Regulated Ontario iGaming Market Put to Rest Effectively, the MCK sought to […]
