Canada

AGCO Orders Suspension of Betting on World Boxing Association Events

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has ordered all licensed sports wagering operators to halt betting on events approved by the World Boxing Association (WBA). Reason for decision: The wa...

It’s Casino Time – GiG and Ontario-Owned Operators Launch Unique iGaming Experience

A leading iGaming technology and service provider, Gaming Innovation Group Inc. (GiG), participates in the launch of Casino Time, a joint venture of the leading Ontarian iGaming operators, provincially owned an...

NBA Bans Jontay Porter for Life Over Confidential Information Breach Allegations

Following the alleged disclosure of confidential information and involvement in betting on NBA games, Toronto Raptors player Jontay Porter was banned for life from the NBA League on 17 April 2024. As reported b...

Valmar Group to Acquire the Entire Stake of Clairvest in Four Marina del Sol Casinos in Chile

The Chilean group Valmar announced on 9 April 2024 the acquisition of all the shares of the Canadian group Clairvest in the Chilean casino chain Marina del Sol. As reported, Valmar has agreed to acquire the ent...

AGCO Study Finds Over 86% Online Wagers in Ontario Placed On Regulated Sites

The 2022 launch of legalized online gambling operations in the Canadian Province of Ontario represented a turning point for its gambling industry. Previously limited to a certain number of retail and land-based...

Soft2Bet Receives Regulatory Approval in Ontario to Enter North American Market

A leading casino and sportsbook operator and platform provider, Soft2Bet has received a a Certificate of Registration in Ontario. The regulatory approval granted by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario ...

OLG “significant influx of new players” Causing Payout Delays to Proline Sports Betting Customers

Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) is going through an affair related to its sports betting platform, Proline. As per Carl Zhou, one of the bettors, he hasn’t been able to claim any of his winnings fo...

GGPoker’s WSOP Super Circuit Event Bringing $100 Million in Prizes for the Coolest Poker Faces

An established operator GGPoker is bringing more exclusive poker action with the prestigious online tournament World Series of Poker (WSOP)! A series of poker events will be held from March 3 through April 1, 2...

Stakelogic Partners with Betty to Further Expand in Ontario Market

Stakelogic, an innovative content supplier to the iGaming industry, has partnered with popular operator Betty to extend its foothold in the Ontario market. The partnership will make Stakelogic's extensive libra...

Soon to Open Bear Hills Casino & Travel Resort in Central Alberta Offering 80-Plus Full and Part-time Jobs

Central Alberta will soon welcome a new casino that is expected to boost the economy and quality of life in the area. Located between two cities, Ponoka and Wetaskiwin, just off the busy Queen Elizabeth 2 Highw...

Apple Launches New iPhone App Apple Sports to Improve Overall Player Experience in Sports Betting Industry

Apple presents a new feature for all fans of sports betting! Apple Sports is a new free app on iPhone devices that allows users to track real-time scores, stats, and other facts that they might be interested in...