Gambling News - 'Ontario'
Casino
August 18, 2025
Charges Stayed in Casino Rama Case as Burlington Man Pursues $3.5M Lawsuit
A Burlington resident who spent more than two years fighting a string of criminal charges tied to a clash at Casino Rama says his ordeal has left him physically scarred and financially drained. Judge Halts Prosecution of Man Injured in Casino Rama Arrest Daniel Dobson, 41, was arrested at the casino in December 2022 after […]
Sports
August 15, 2025
Brady Tkachuk Says Harassment over Gambling Must Stop
Brady Tkachuk is not an athlete who would typically feel intimidated by someone threatening him with violence, but it is the principle that matters. The Ottawa Senators’ forward has a superb physique, but even he has had enough online hecklers and irate gamblers who vent out their frustrations against players, issuing threats, insults, and worse. […]
Lottery
August 6, 2025
Ontario Removes Seller Commission Cap for Paper Raffles, Revokes Ban on Catch the Ace Paper Lotteries
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) announced updates to its lottery policies, resulting in the removal of the cap on seller commission for Paper Raffles and the revocation of a ban on Catch the Ace paper lotteries. AGCO Adopts Outcomes-Based Approach to Reducing the Sector’s Burdens The AGCO’s latest changes seek to align […]
Industry
August 4, 2025
Incentive Games Grows NA Footprint with Ontario License
Incentive Games, a leading iGaming software provider, has secured a license in Ontario, allowing it to offer its cutting-edge products to operators in the region. According to the leadership, entering the Canadian province represents a significant opportunity for the business. AGCO Awards License to the Company According to the announcement, Incentive Games has secured a […]
Industry
July 28, 2025
Ontario’s iGaming Growth Stalls Amid Summer Slowdown
The iGaming market in Ontario has hit a bit of a slow spell, occasioned not by the withdrawal of foreign tourists or gamblers, but rather the summer lull that traditionally sets in around June. The total wagers placed were 10% down month after month to CAD 7.26 billion during the month, and revenue hit CAD […]
Industry
July 22, 2025
Titanplay Relaunches in Ontario, Part of Broader Strategy
Titanplay has returned in the coveted iGaming market in Ontario, Canada, with the company initially launching in 2024 but halting operations to rethink its strategy over the past months. The platform is now back with both an online casino and sportsbook offer, which has been improved to feature more products. The casino has expanded its […]
Industry
July 21, 2025
AGCO Cracks Down on Illegal Gambling Machines in Toronto
Canada’s Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has revoked the lottery retailer registrations of several businesses in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) after discovering they were operating unauthorized electronic gambling machines branded as Prime Slot. This comes after the regulator has stated on numerous occasions that it plans to tighten its grip on the […]
Sports
July 9, 2025
BetMGM and TAPPP Bring Sportsbook Gift Cards to Canada
People living in Ontario can now enjoy online gaming and sports betting in a new way. BetMGM has rolled out the first gift cards branded by a sportsbook in Canada. This move, which is made possible through a collaboration with payment tech company TAPPP, sets a new standard in Canada’s iGaming scene. Ontario Players Can […]
Casino
June 27, 2025
AGCO Levies CAD 350K in Penalties Against Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) announced that it has levied a monetary penalty against Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto due to violations of the province’s gambling regulations. The authority noted that the penalty was related to a party that took place in September 2024. Unplanned After-Party Gone Wrong The AGCO clarified that […]
Lottery
June 23, 2025
North Bay Lottery Ticket Scores Huge $34M Jackpot
A Lotto 6/49 Gold Ball ticket bought in North Bay has an impact on someone’s life forever, as the winning numbers from the June 21 draw bagged a $34 million prize. The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) shared this news over the weekend and now waits for the ticket holder to claim their prize. […]