Industry
April 5, 2024
AGCO Says Over 86% of Ontarians Use Regulated Sites
As Ontario’s regulated market for sports betting and online gaming was busy celebrating its second anniversary on Thursday, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) and iGaming Ontario took the opportunity to release a fresh IPSOS study. The results of the study that was conducted in February showed that 86.4% of Ontarian players had […]
Sports
March 29, 2024
NHL Star McDavid Becomes Advocate for Responsible Gaming in Ontario
Late last month, the gambling regulator in Ontario, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), implemented a ban on the use of celebrity imagery in gambling advertisements. The regulatory change follows best practices implemented in other major markets across the globe, including Europe, and seeks to safeguard consumers from excessive gambling and curb the […]
Business
March 28, 2024
AGCO Issues Certificate of Registration to Soft2Bet
Soft2Bet, a leading operator and provider of iGaming and online sports betting solutions, announced that it has secured a Certificate of Registration in the Canadian province of Ontario. This achievement marks a step toward the launch of the company’s Tooniebet.com online casino brand in the region. The certificate, provided to Soft2Bet by the Alcohol and […]
Casino
March 28, 2024
Ontario Authorities Arrest Four Players and a Dealer for Cheating
Five people have been arrested for an alleged attempt to defraud a Canadian casino. According to Ontarian authorities, the people in question were playing a table game at Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto. While officials did not release details about the cheating attempt, they explained that one of the arrestees was a casino dealer who […]
Industry
March 27, 2024
CAMH Believes Ontario Should Further Restrict Gambling Ads
Canada’s Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) believes that the Ontario government should protect public health by restricting gambling ads. In its latest Gambling Policy Framework document, the organization suggested that the government should limit the availability of games of chance, introduce obligatory safeguards and bolster gambling harm education and prevention. As reported by […]
Poker
March 21, 2024
PokerStars Confirms SCOOP Dates for North America
This spring will mark the return of one of the most-anticipated poker events in North America. This is PokerStars’ Spring Championship of Online Poker (SCOOP) that will return at the start of April, offering millions in guaranteed prize pools for a number of markets. The event, encompassing markets in North America, including Canada and the […]
Industry
March 11, 2024
Group in Ontario Supports Ban on Gambling Advertising
The expansion of mobile sports betting and online gambling continues to raise concerns about addiction and excessive gambling. The convenience when it comes to accessing such gambling entertainment is one of the most important factors in the process. Moreover, the growth of the popularity of betting on sports across North America and its impact on […]
Casino
February 29, 2024
Ontario Rolls Ban on Celebrity Imagery Use in Gambling Ads
On Wednesday, February 28, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) rolled out the measure which is designed to safeguard against the proliferation of gambling harm and problem gambling in the jurisdiction. Firm Bulwark Against Gambling Harm The decision follows a public consultation on the matter, and it aligns with a higher ambition to […]
Industry
February 27, 2024
Push Gaming Supplies Content to NEO.bet in Ontario
Push Gaming, a decorated B2B supplier of gaming content, has secured another major deal in North America. According to Push Gaming’s announcement, the provider will now power NEO.bet’s online casino in Ontario with content. This partnership will allow Push to expand its global footprint and supply another big North American gambling business with games. Players […]
Industry
February 21, 2024
888’s Control Centre Safer Gambling Tool Launches in Ontario
Leading online betting and gaming company 888 has announced the rollout of its safe gambling initiative, the Control Centre, in Ontario. This initiative aims to assist players in gaining a better understanding of their gambling behavior while promoting responsible gaming practices. The product has a proven track record, and its launch should bolster 888’s brand […]
