Business
January 29, 2026
Ontario iGaming Remained Strong in December with Record Revenue Per Player
Ontario iGaming has continued to grow, as shown by the latest market report. In 2025, the local online casino sector continued to experience double-digit growth in handle, highlighting the market’s strength. Ontario’s iGaming Sector Is Still Strong According to the most recent iGaming Ontario report, local operators handled CAD 9.5 billion ($7 billion) in wagers […]
Poker
January 22, 2026
Toronto Police Arrest and Charge Poker Pro Following Reports of Sexual Assault
Toronto police have arrested the professional poker player, 39-year-old D.K. for having allegedly sexually assaulted someone during an event. D.K. met the alleged victim for the first time in Toronto at an event he himself hosted. Allegedly, the victim was assaulted at some point during the event. On January 15, police received reports of sexual […]
Business
January 20, 2026
DAZN Bet Looks to North America as Ontario Expansion on the Cards
DAZN Bet has secured entry into Ontario, with the company receiving the go-ahead from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, although no immediate launch date has been confirmed just yet. As a result, DAZN Bet will be able to deliver both its gaming and sports betting products locally. DAZN Bet will be launching in […]
Industry
January 12, 2026
AGCO Slams FanDuel with $252K Fine Due to Integrity Failures
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has slammed FanDuel with a six-figure fine due to certain integrity-related concerns. Officials emphasized that operators are expected to remain vigilant and proactive when it comes to detecting suspicious activity. FanDuel Accepted Bets on an Event with Integrity Issues In its official announcement, the AGCO said that […]
Lottery
January 12, 2026
Ontario Lotto Max Ticket Set to Fetch Winner $39.63M
Ontario is once again the place where a massive lottery win has occurred, with one player scooping up a life-altering reward of CAD 55 million ($39.63 million). The player bought their ticket in the United Counties of Prescott and Russell, in the eastern part of the province. The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation has congratulated […]
Casino
December 19, 2025
Thunderkick Expands in Ontario with PointsBet Casino Content Injection
Thunderkick has expanded its reach in Ontario, Canada, and, by extension, North America, through a new partnership with PointsBet and the company’s casino platform. Thanks to this new content alliance, Thunderkick is now rolling out a host of its top-performing and player-favorite games in the province. Among those are Midas Golden Touch 3, Esqueleto Explosivo […]
Industry
December 19, 2025
Ontario iGaming Market Revenue Down 10% in June: Summer Slowdown or Ongoing Trend?
Data released by iGaming Ontario (iGO) for June 2025 showed a 10% drop in total cash wagers from $8,066 to $7,259 million. For June 2025, the Total Non-Adjusted Gross Gaming Revenue (NAGGR) reduced by 9% to $306.8 million. The average wager per active account also dropped 4% to $303 from $316. Also down was the […]
Casino
December 16, 2025
Ontario Bets on Casino Growth in Niagara Tourism Overhaul
Ontario has shown a new tourism strategy for Niagara Falls that puts casino growth at the heart of the region’s next growth stage. The Destination Niagara Strategy lays out a plan worth billions to boost visitor numbers while beefing up gaming, entertainment, and hospitality linked to the casino industry. Province Considers Expanding Casinos to Boost […]
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, […]
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 […]