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PayPal Casinos in Canada: What You Need to Know

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VIP Programs: How Online Casinos Reward Their High Rollers

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What's at Stake: Elevating Your Canadian Vacation with Casino Excitement

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Travel ・ 01 February 2024

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From coast to coast: Online gambling laws across Canadian provinces

Unlike many countries where a singular national framework governs gambling, in Canada, the responsibility rests with each province. Canada's way of managing online gambling varies significantly between provinces. For example, Quebec has tried to control internet gambling by blocking sites without a license. This is very different from Ontario,…

Law ・ 23 January 2024

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Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto Announces Full Opening of State-of-the-Art Poker Room and Bad Beat Jackpot

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Travel ・ 09 November 2023

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What do you need to know about Canada iGaming legislation?

Banned since 1892, gambling has come a long way since Canada legalized horse racing and bingo in the early 1900s, with the first online casino officially opening its digital doors in 1994. However, the key question is whether legislation made sufficient progress to allow the local gambling industry to meet market demand and reap maximum benefit…

Law ・ 25 October 2023

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Economic Impact of Canadian Online Casinos: Contributions to Local Communities

Although the main goal of Canadian online casinos is to provide leisure and entertainment, their impact on the national economy is undeniable. Namely, according to stats, in 2022, the online gambling industry in the Great White North reached $12.5 billion, while by 2027, it should generate $912 billion. With that in mind, the gambling industry…

Industry ・ 23 October 2023

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Nova Scotia nurse wins $807K in jackpot

A Nova Scotia nurse has a lot of cash in her wallet after winning more than $800000 in the progressive jackpot. According to Atlantic Lottery, Charmen Patten, from Halifax, played MegaJackpots Golden Goddess and won $807998 off a two-dollar wager. "It said, 'Congratulations, you won the jackpot,' and I wasn't really sure exactly how much I won, but…

Winnings ・ 20 October 2023

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Great Canadian Entertainment Announces the Transformation of Hard Rock Casino Vancouver into Great Canadian Casino Vancouver

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Industry ・ 18 October 2023

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Blackjack: Is It as Engaging as When It Was First Invented?

Blackjack dates as far back as the 1700s and has remained prevalent in the gambling industry even to this day. But where did the card game with the gambling industry in a chokehold come from? Were the earlier versions as engaging as the ones now? With the onset of online gambling and Blackjack taking many new forms, gamblers had questioned if…

Blackjack ・ 13 September 2023

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ALC Alarmed about Online Gaming Marketing

Two large banners of Bet99 were spotted at last weekend's YQM Country Festival in Dieppe, New Brunswick. However, this was not left unnoticed by the Atlantic Lottery Corporation. It should be noted that the Ontario-based operator is not licensed by ALC to operate in the Atlantic region. Its marketing in the area led to some concerns in the Crown…

Law ・ 31 August 2023

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Impact of Canadians rejecting brick-and-mortar casinos for their online counterparts

As the sun sets in the land of the maple leaf, the glow from thousands of digital screens lights up homes. More and more Canadians are swapping the glitz and glam of brick-and-mortar casinos for the convenience of their online counterparts. It's not just a passing trend - it's a seismic shift transforming the landscape of gambling in…

Industry ・ 30 August 2023

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Canadian Online Gambling Situation: Review of the Main Online Gambling Laws in Canada

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Law ・ 14 August 2023

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Top Canadian Provinces For Online Gambling 2023

The rising popularity and ease of online gambling networks have played a role in the immense expansion of online gambling in Canada in the past few years. Canadians can chill and enjoy themselves in their houses while participating in casino tournaments, sports wagering, and other gambling hobbies. Anyone wishing to research reliable gambling…

Sports ・ 11 July 2023

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Great Canadian's new casino resort in Toronto to open poker room, 400-room hotel this summer

Great Canadian Entertainment has announced more amenities to be added to its new Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto property, including a new poker room, set to open later this summer. Additionally, a new 400-room hotel will also be opened on August 1, with reservations now open for guests. Last month, on June 20, the $1 billion ($758 million)…

Land-based ・ 11 July 2023

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Residents Provided with a Regulated and Responsible Space for Online Gaming

An online gaming platform is now available in Newfoundland and Labrador through Atlantic Lottery. As the only regulated provider in the region, Atlantic Lottery maintains Level IV (the highest) World Lottery Association certification and employs Healthy Play features to inform and support responsible play. Newfoundland and Labrador is the third…

Industry ・ 13 June 2023

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Best Real Money Online Casinos in Canada June 2023

The best online casino in Canada is Jackpot City. Having first launched back in 1998, Jackpot City has rightly earned a reputation as the most exciting destination for bonus-hunters and thrill-seekers, both on desktop and mobile. The list of available banking methods includes Canadian-specific options like Interac and iDebit, in addition to…

Payment Methods ・ 08 June 2023

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Gambling Online in Canada: What You Need To Know

Gambling laws in Canada are pretty complex. All gambling activity is regulated at a provincial level, meaning land-based casinos are few and far between. However, online casinos have opened the doors for everyday players to enjoy the occasional wager. It's thought that as many as 20 million Canadians regularly gamble online. By the end of 2023,…

Law ・ 05 May 2023

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Great Canadian’s Casino Woodbine Brings Man a Whopping $3.2M Jackpot

A Toronto-based solutions contractor is now $3.2 million richer after winning a massive progressive jackpot at Casino Woodbine. Loyola shared that Casino Woodbine was a favorite entertainment spot for him and his girlfriend, with her going upstairs to play the slots while he played the tables downstairs. Loyola says he felt his girlfriend's spirit…

Winnings ・ 24 April 2023

Montreal Times

What you need to know about gambling regulations in Quebec

Quebec happens to be home to a constantly changing gambling landscape.While the province has a rich history of gaming, dating back to the early days of horse racing, new technologies, and changing attitudes have led to a number of updates to the regulations in recent years. The gaming industry in Quebec is a major economic contributor, with a…

Law ・ 12 April 2023

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Law ・ 17 March 2023

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Stay Updated on the Latest Online Casino News Canada

The world of online casinos in Canada is always in flux, and between new tech solutions, changing regulations, and increased accessibility, it can be difficult to keep up. Today, we'll explore the latest online casino news Canada, taking a look in to technology solutions providers for the iGaming industry, Pragmatic Play's latest move in Ontario,…

Industry ・ 27 February 2023

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Nova Scotia rolls the dice on online casino

After years of pushing by the Atlantic Lottery Corporation, Nova Scotia has launched an online casino. After years of pushing by the Atlantic Lottery Corporation, Nova Scotia has launched an online casino. Finance Minister Allan MacMaster said the platform, which is accessed through the lotto corp's website, went live Thursday. "We didn't want to…

Gambling Addiction ・ 15 January 2023

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Scientific Games, Atlantic Lottery Sign New Scratch'N Win Contract

Gaming technology and services provider Scientific Games was awarded a new, five-year contract by Atlantic Lottery to continue serving as the lottery's primary instant game partner. The new contract with Scientific Games will ensure Atlantic Lottery players in the provinces of New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and…

Lottery ・ 20 December 2022

Burlington Gazette

Canada’s Casino Legislation Updates in 2022

iGaming, or online gambling, launched in Ontario, Canada, in April 2022. It opens the door for online gambling companies to apply for licenses from the province's Alcohol and Gaming Commission. Compared to the heavily controlled gambling industry in the past, this is a huge shift for Canada. Except as expressly permitted by individual provinces,…

Industry ・ 17 December 2022

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Canada: Nova Scotia debuts online casino through the Atlantic Lottery Corporation's website

The Canadian province of Nova Scotia has launched an online casino after years of pushing by the Atlantic Lottery Corporation. Finance Minister Allan MacMaster said the platform, which is accessed through the lottery corp's website, went live Thursday. As reported by CBC, MacMaster stated that there was no big announcement on the topic as they are…

Lottery ・ 06 December 2022

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Who Controls The Integrity Of Online Casinos In Canada? The Legality Of Gambling

How do top online casinos in Canada work? Laws governing gambling entertainment in various provinces. Site Licensing Options Gambling entertainment in Canada has a reasonably complex regulatory system, but at the same time, users may not be afraid of the legality of their passion. Next, we will look at the example of various provinces and what…

Law ・ 06 December 2022

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Gaming Americas Weekly Roundup

Welcome to our weekly roundup of American gambling news again! Here, we are going through the weekly highlights of the American gambling industry which include the latest news and new partnerships. Read on and get updated. Novibet has entered the Mexican market. This is Novibet's first move outside of Europe, and it is a key step in its strategic…

Industry ・ 05 December 2022

Montreal Gazette

Jack Todd: A sacred institution has become Gambling Night in Canada

There was a time when the worst you had to fear from Hockey Canada was Ron MacLean. Or Don Cherry, take your pick. No longer. The Saturday evening tussle between the Canadiens and the Edmonton Oilers marked the first time this season I've watched a hockey game on the CBC, and I felt like I'd hopped a flight to Las Vegas and landed in the midst of…

Sports ・ 04 December 2022

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The Halifax Company Helping Casinos Around The World Identify At-Risk Gamblers

The company's software is used in Casinos across the world. Focal's CEO Tony Schellinck, along with president Tracy Schrans, recently spoke at an International Association of Gaming Regulators conference in Australia. Focal's software can identify risky gambling behaviour by tracking activity through a player's loyalty card. Although this system…

Religion ・ 28 November 2022

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Top trending casino games in Canada this year

2022 has been a good year for casino gaming enthusiasts in Canada - at least, for those living in Ontario and Nova Scotia. Earlier this year, both provinces introduced new laws that made it legal for online casinos to operate within their borders - at least, under certain conditions. The biggest change was in Ontario, where any casino business can…

Games ・ 23 November 2022

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Canadian gamblers can't get enough of Ottawa's new licensed casinos

Where there's a will, there's a way. So said poet George Herbert in the 1600s, and 400 years later, it is an aphorism that still holds true. When it comes to the will to gamble, there are more ways than ever, especially in the Canadian province of Ontario. No way to stem the tide The […] Where there's a will, there's a way. So said poet George…

Law ・ 17 November 2022

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Cabot Delves Into Outside Golf Management With Two Vegas Courses And Two Others Near Casinos

Cabot, which has focused primarily on developing and operating golf destinations with a resort and residential component, is now getting involved in the third-party golf management business. Through it's CDN Golf Management Inc. affiliate, Cabot has entered a 20-year agreement to manage and operate all four golf facilities owned by VICI Properties…

Land-based ・ 31 October 2022

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Pros and cons of mobile casino gaming

Online casino gaming saw a surge in popularity during the difficult times of 2020 and 2021 when land-based casinos were closed or operating under restrictions. Today, with things back to normal, many players have continued to play online. It's been particularly noticeable in Canada, to the extent that lawmakers in Ontario and Nova Scotia rushed…

Mobile ・ 26 October 2022

Montreal Times

Online Casino New Regulations in Canada

Canada is already a country of a far and beautiful future and one of the most beautiful places in the world. It is naturally an embodiment of the fulfilled potential of humanity. The urban modernity of Canada blended with its natural beauty makes it one of the leaders of today's world. The country with the second-largest territory on the planet has…

Law ・ 21 October 2022

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N.S. Gaming Corporation will intervene, but not ban people with gambling addictions

The Nova Scotia Gaming Corporation will not ban people from going to the casino or purchasing Atlantic Lottery Corporation products, even if they have an extreme gambling addiction. Bob MacKinnon, president and chief executive officer of the Crown corporation, said a person must have certain qualifications to be able to diagnose someone with an…

Gambling Addiction ・ 12 October 2022

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Atlantic Lottery Returns Record Profit To Region

Atlantic Lottery Corporation posted a record profit of $438.1 million in the last fiscal year (2021-22) which has been returned to the four Atlantic Provinces. "This past year was a real success story thanks to our dedicated employees and the support of our players, retailers and shareholders," said President and CEO Patrick Daigle. "Atlantic…

Lottery ・ 04 October 2022

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What Does a Modern-Day Gambler Look Like?

Although free betting is already very popular, a lot of people still don't know much about it, or about the opportunity they have with access to Free Bets 2022. And there is no telling how many lucky opportunities they miss. As Product Owner Tony Sloterman says, "A jackpot is a jackpot, and no matter what kind it is, it could be enough to change…

Lottery ・ 02 September 2022

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Top and Best ・ 01 September 2022

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Is Playing Online Casino Games Legal in Canada? A Detailed Answer

Online casinos are gradually becoming more popular in Canada than land-based companies. People now enjoy playing poker, and playing other online casino games. However, playing online gambling games is under governmental restrictions in some countries. In this article, we will talk about the essential laws guiding casino online Canada that you…

Games ・ 31 August 2022

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Diamond Tooth Gerties: The Story Of Canada's Oldest Casino

There are nearly 100 land-based casinos in Canada, but gamblers looking for a unique gaming and entertainment experience will want to travel to Canada's Far North, where you can get into a poker game, drink a shot with a petrified big toe in it, and enjoy watching the Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights. Diamond Tooth Gerties…

Travel ・ 30 August 2022

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Sons Smash Up Dad’s Cars After He Refused to Share Lottery Win

Lotteries have attracted major headlines on both sides of the pond this summer-in the U.S., it's because of the record-smashing $1 billion Mega Millions jackpot, which was finally claimed. In the UK, it's because a man claimed his girlfriend cut him off from their $4 million lottery winnings after they broke up. It's not the only time a lottery…

Lottery ・ 30 August 2022

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Are Online Casino Games Legit in Canada?

The online casino industry is booming in Canada right now. Playing on the internet can be scary for new players. You can gamble with complete confidence on Canadian betting sites because they're usually legal and licensed. The provinces in Canada regulate online gambling. The laws in different states may differ a lot. Saskatchewan allows…

Games ・ 27 August 2022

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Bank of Nova Scotia Sells 7,598 Shares of Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS)

Bank of Nova Scotia reduced its position in Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS - Get Rating) by 11.6% in the 1st quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 58009 shares of the casino operator's stock after selling 7598 shares during the quarter. Bank of Nova…

Travel ・ 18 August 2022

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Lottery corporations to illegal operators: Get out of Canada, eh…

Gaming supervisory bodies in five of Canada’s ten provinces have formed a coalition of sorts which seeks to engage the national government in assisting provincial authorities against online casino and/or sports betting websites which are doing business illegally in the country. Authority bodies in the provinces of Alberta, British Columbia,…

Lottery ・ 08 August 2022

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Nova Scotia launches online casino

With very little fanfare Nova Scotia launched their online casino on Thursday. Nova Scotia Gaming Corporation CEO Bob MacKinnon says they did not advertise the launch as they are not really trying to promote the platform, "There are 2000 online gaming companies and none of them except us pay taxes in Nova Scotia or redirect their profits back into…

Gambling Sites ・ 23 July 2022

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Strike imminent at eight Great Canadian Gaming Corp. casinos

Great Canadian Gaming Corp. has yet to reach a new agreement deal with unionized casino workers. Employees are ready to strike if a new deal is not reached by this Friday. Over 2000 union members agreed that a strike should take place if an agreement is not made. This affects eight casinos in Ontario. Until Midnight The company has until midnight…

Covid ・ 19 July 2022

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Top Online Casinos in Canada

Finding an internet casino to play in Canada might sound like a challenging task. After all, Canada's gambling laws' flexibility ensures that you are practically spoilt for choice. Not all casinos that Canadians specialize in offer services to players in the country. Moreover, there are a few casinos which you should avoid at all costs.…

Gambling Sites ・ 09 July 2022

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How did the culture of gambling begin in Canada?

You can bet on almost everything, especially in Canada however had did the culture of gambling begin? Although the industry has blossomed in the past 3 decades, and there are now various options for online sports betting Canada, there was a time when things were different. Earlier, the government was in charge of keeping the doors open and helping…

Sports ・ 23 June 2022

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Will Canadians Embrace Regulated Online Gambling Now That It’s Here?

The Canadian province of Ontario started its legal and monitored online gambling sector on April 4th 2022. The formal launch comes nearly three years after the province government announced plans to lift the lottery's monopoly on online gambling in April 2019. In 2020, the government announced laws to establish a licensing system. The new market…

Law ・ 19 May 2022

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Games ・ 12 May 2022

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Ontario Online Gambling Pt. 1: The Canadian Status Quo

There's considerable excitement around Ontario's plan to privatize online gambling, but also a lot of confusion. The launch of the first sites operating under the new system will take place on April 4. However, many Canadians aren't clear on the status of online gambling under Canadian law to begin with. Some may not know what options they have…

Gaming Authorities ・ 31 March 2022

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Many online casino companies operate in Canada, offering residents of the country a multitude of gaming options. Yet the only online casino games legally available in the country are offered by provincial lotteries. All the other companies, like Jackpot City, Spin Casino, and 888casino, operate in a legal grey area. The good news is that the legal…

Gaming Authorities ・ 28 March 2022

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North American Online Gambling Market 2022-2027: Online Sports Betting Holds a Prominent Share

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Sports ・ 22 February 2022

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The Trouble with Gambling

We just passed the biggest gambling event of the year in the Super Bowl and we're about to enter the second biggest gambling event of the year in March Madness. As a more relevant topic than ever and as a growing practice for many sports fans around the world, Cale spent a segment of The Cale Clarke Show diving into the concept of gambling and his…

NFL ・ 20 February 2022

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Covid ・ 15 February 2022

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Gambling in Canada: Emergence and Development of Online Casinos

Gambling in Canada can be traced back many centuries during which various games were played by indigenous people. According to the records, the French colonists picked up several Indian sports including shinny and lacrosse. Subsequently, there was widespread gambling among settlers with cards, dice, and betting on horse races being most popular.…

Finance ・ 26 January 2022

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2021 Online Casino Revenue Figures Return To Pre-Pandemic Trends

A return to stability following a period of disruption has been the theme of 2021. Particularly in the latter part of the year, most states have seen a decrease in volatility. Growth rates have mostly ranged from flat to high single digit percentages. December was a better month than many recently, so the year finished on a strong note. None of the…

Covid ・ 21 January 2022

Montreal Times

The covered potential of the Canadian gambling market

The commercial gambling market in Canada has been growing at a faster rate than the world average. The gambling business in this country is already worth well over $12 billion, but projections expect it to increase well beyond that in the next decade. The federal government gave it a big boost last year by adopting a famous Bill C-218. It's a…

Industry ・ 17 January 2022

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Canadian online casino new regulations

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Law ・ 15 January 2022

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EVERI LAUNCHES HIGH-PERFORMING ONLINE GAMING CONTENT WITH ATLANTIC LOTTERY CORPORATION

LAS VEGAS, Dec. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Everi Digital, the online gaming division of Everi Holdings Inc. (NYSE: EVRI) ("Everi" or "the Company"), a premier provider of land-based and digital casino gaming content and products, financial technology, and player loyalty solutions, announced today a new partnership to bring its award-winning gaming…

Lottery ・ 29 December 2021

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How Has the Online Casino Industry Evolved in Canada?

August 27, this year, marked an important date in the Canadian online gambling industry. The federal government legalized single sports betting after years of opposition. The government legalized the sector because it wants to divert the $14B Canadian spend on black market sportsbooks to legal bookmakers. This money doesn't include the amount spent…

Industry ・ 16 December 2021

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Comparison of the gambling industry market: Canada and The Netherlands

Canada and the Netherlands are among countries that have embraced the gambling industry. Some elements of the niche in both jurisdictions are similar, while others differ significantly. We analyze the two markets and compare some features to see how they stack against each other, and some free slots no registration no download as well. The…

Industry ・ 23 November 2021

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The Current State of Canadian Gambling

Over the past 2 years, the number of online casinos in Canada has skyrocketed - up over 70% from before. It is even though the country has strict gambling regulations. 65% of the population has bet at least once at an online casino. As well, 25% of the country's residents play the lottery every week. Sports betting fans have spent more than $15…

Gaming Authorities ・ 21 October 2021

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N.B. residents lose more money than expected to at-home slots

New Brunswick residents lost $7.3 million on at-home slots and table games at Atlantic Lottery Corporation's "iCasino" during the first eight months of its operation, records show. New Brunswick residents lost $7.3 million on at-home slots and table games at Atlantic Lottery Corporation's "iCasino" during the first eight months of its operation,…

Covid ・ 18 October 2021

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Malta ・ 10 October 2021

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What Are The Online Regulations Surrounding Online Casinos In Canada?

Similar to land based casinos, the rules and regulations surrounding online casinos varies from country to country. As you cross the border from one country to the next, you should not assume the laws regarding online casinos will be the same. Interestingly, at the time of writing, over 30 different countries in the world have a total ban on online…

Strategy Guide ・ 07 October 2021

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How Canadian Online Casinos Work

Canada is one of the many countries across the world that has witnessed an intense rise in the popularity of the online gambling industry, as it has registered millions of players in the country. You can't blame the sharp rise as gambling in an online casino is considerably faster and easier than its land-based counterpart. You can gain access to…

Trust and Safety ・ 04 October 2021

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Saskatchewan's First Nations To Launch Legal Online Gambling Site

In a landmark deal, the Canadian province of Saskatchewan has announced that its approach to online casino and sports betting will be to go through Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA). Saskatchewan is home to 74 First Nations groups, as Canada's indigenous population is known. They're represented collectively by the Federation of Sovereign…

Gambling Sites ・ 04 October 2021

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Great Canadian Gaming Corp. Welcomes New CEO

Great Canadian Gaming Corporation is ready to take on a new chapter of its existence and development as the company has now been acquired by Apollo Funds. In light of those events, the gaming conglomerate interim CEO Terrance Doyle will step down from the position, and he will be succeeded by Antony Rodio effective immediately. The gaming company…

Industry ・ 24 September 2021

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Great Canadian appoints veteran U.S. gambling executive Tony Rodio as CEO

Industry ・ 23 September 2021

Maryland Reporter

Canada’s Gambling Laws: An Overview

Gambling is a highly popular leisure activity in Canada and players enjoy it both online and offline. However, the gambling laws and regulations may be confusing for beginners as they are subject to territorial and provincial laws in Canada. Keep on reading and find out where and when you can play casino games! The short answer is yes, gambling is…

Law ・ 14 September 2021

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What Tourists Should Know About Online Casinos in Canada

Canada is a beautiful country full of amazing people, beautiful sceneries, and most of all beautiful casinos. Gaming in Canada dates back many years ago. An activity that has continued to grow thanks to a majority of the Canadian population embracing gaming. The introduction of online gaming has also played a major role in the popularity of…

Travel ・ 11 September 2021

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Las Vegas Sands Agrees With Lenders On Dividend Program Suspension

Las Vegas Sands Corp (LVS) has reached a deal with its lenders about its dividend program. The company said it would be suspending its dividend program until the end of 2022 unless it reaches liquidity of a billion dollars. In exchange for this, its lenders which included the Bank of Nova Scotia agreed to relax its lending contract so that LVS can…

Covid ・ 07 September 2021

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Is Online Gambling Legal In Canada?

Some countries forbid gambling, while in others, it's still in a grey zone. But is online gambling legal in Canada? Find out here. Since their first appearance, online casinos have been attracting both good and bad attention. The question of online gambling venues' legislation is on many punters' minds. People typically do not have a habit of…

Gaming Authorities ・ 29 August 2021

Montreal Times

How the worldwide pandemic changed the gambling industry in Canada

The outbreak of the Coronavirus in 2020 brought the world to a halt. It then went on to change our lives in ways that we had ever imagined. Both the people and businesses in Canada were greatly affected and there were clear winners and losers. The gambling industry, an industry that knows all about winning and losses, was one of the most affected…

Covid ・ 28 August 2021

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Partners with Atlantic Lottery to Launch First Full-Service Lottery Kiosk in Canada

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Lottery ・ 19 August 2021

Inspired Traveler

The State of Canadian Gambling: How the Industry is Doing This 2021

Globally, the gambling industry is thriving and each year, it continuously grows as casino gaming starts to be less taboo and more popular than ever. In Canada alone, the growth of the online casino sector alone has reached over 70 percent in the last two years. This makes Canada one of the leading countries in terms of growth in gambling. This is…

Industry ・ 17 August 2021

City News Vancouver

Great Canadian Gaming to reopen 11 casinos Friday as Ontario moves to Stage 3

TORONTO - Great Canadian Gaming Corp. says 11 of its Ontario casinos will reopen Friday following the provincial government's decision to move to Stage 3 of its reopening plan. The facilities to reopen are Casino Woodbine. Great Blue Heron Casino, Casino Ajax, Elements Casino Mohawk, Elements Casino Flamboro, Elements Casino Brantford, Elements…

Travel ・ 04 August 2021

Cision

Great Canadian Gaming Announces the Reopening of the Company's British Columbia Properties

TORONTO, June 29, 2021 /CNW/ - Further to the announcement today from the British Columbia provincial government that certain businesses can reopen, such as casinos, Great Canadian Gaming Corporation (TSX: GC) ("Great Canadian" or "the Company") will be reopening the following properties on Thursday, July 1, 2021: River Rock Casino Resort Hard Rock…

Covid ・ 29 July 2021

Markets Insider

Great Canadian Gaming Announces the Opening of the Casino Portion of Pickering Casino Resort

TORONTO, July 23, 2021 /CNW/ - Great Canadian Gaming Corporation (TSX: GC) ("Great Canadian" or "the Company") is pleased to announce the opening of the casino at the Company's newest property, Pickering Casino Resort ("PCR"), on Monday, July 26, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. EST. Once COVID-19 health and safety restrictions are removed, the property will…

Travel ・ 23 July 2021

Ottawa News

Brockville resident wins more than $718,000 in Catch the Ace lottery

OTTAWA -- It took more than 22 months, but a winner has finally been crowned from the Kin Club of Russell's Catch the Ace lottery. The lottery began Sept. 8, 2019 and lasted for 679 days, with a couple of pauses due to the COVID-19 pandemic. On Sunday, 31-year-old Shawn Stephenson of Brockville took home the grand prize. "When I got the phone-call,…

Winnings ・ 20 July 2021

Online Poker Report

Pennsylvania Online Casinos See Revenue Drop In June

What goes up must come down. That's the conventional wisdom, anyway. For the most part, however, it hasn't been the case for online casinos, which enjoyed a huge revenue increase last spring when retail casinos shut down due to COVID. The pandemic has been an unprecedented event. While many presumed that the gains would be temporary, there was no…

Finance ・ 20 July 2021

Toronto Star

Gananoque casino to reopen Friday

Shorelines Casino Thousand Islands plans to open its doors on Friday as part of Step Three of Ontario's reopening plan. The Thousand Islands Casino is one of 26 properties owned by Great Canadian Gaming that are located in Ontario, British Columbia, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Great Canadian Gaming will be opening 11 of its Ontario…

Covid ・ 15 July 2021

Vegas Slots Online

Ontario to Reopen Casinos, Nova Scotia OKs Max Capacity

17 Ontario casinos will reopen this week, followed by others such as Fallsview Casino Resort (pictured above) later this month, while gaming facilities in Nova Scotia will return to full capacity on July 14. [Image: Shutterstock.com] Casinos reopening in the Canadian province of Ontario this week swelled to 17, while their counterparts in Nova…

Lottery ・ 14 July 2021

Casino Reports

Great Canadian Gaming Corp. Restarts Ontario Properties

Following other provinces, Ontario will now also reopen its casino properties as the province moves into Stage 3 of its reopening plan. Great Canadian Gaming Corporation was quick to react to the news and revealed that it will be restarting 11 of its casinos in Ontario, as the province recovers from the unprecedented situation. Great Canadian…

Travel ・ 13 July 2021

Global News

Great Canadian Gaming to reopen 11 casinos Friday as Ontario moves to Step 3

TORONTO - Great Canadian Gaming Corp. says 11 of its Ontario casinos will reopen Friday following the provincial government's decision to move to Step 3 of its reopening plan. The facilities to reopen are Casino Woodbine, Great Blue Heron Casino, Casino Ajax, Elements Casino Mohawk, Elements Casino Flamboro, Elements Casino Brantford, Elements…

Covid ・ 13 July 2021

Casino Reports

Elements Casino Brantford Ready to Relaunch

Similarly, to other Canadian jurisdictions, Ontario could also see the return of in-person gaming. Elements Casino Brantford is already making preparations to reopen, as the gaming properties are on course to reopen as early as July 26. The casino overseen by the Great Canadian Gaming Corporation, reported that core workers have already returned to…

Travel ・ 07 July 2021

St. Thomas Times - Journal

Elements Casino prepares for reopening

Some employees at Elements Casino have returned to work in anticipation of the province allowing the facility to reopen later this month. Chuck Keeling, executive vice president of stakeholders relations and responsible gambling for the Great Canadian Gaming Company, said on Monday that "core employees" have returned to work at the Brantford casino…

Covid ・ 05 July 2021

Casino Reports

Great Canadian Gaming Corporation Restarts B.C. Casinos

British Columbia is on its way back to normality and the province is about to restart many business enterprises including casino properties. In light of the lockdown rules being lifted the Great Canadian Gaming Corporation has most recently informed that it will be restarting its premium casino properties in the province. Gambling fans and casino…

Travel ・ 30 June 2021

Online Poker Report

Pennsylvania Online Gambling Breaks The $100 Million Mark In May

For the US gambling market as a whole, this seems to be a period of consolidation of gains. Casino closures last spring caused online casino and poker activity to skyrocket. With things now starting to get back to normal, it's a positive for the industry simply not to lose those new customers. Pennsylvania is doing a little better than than,…

Poker ・ 28 June 2021

Times Colonist

View Royal casino ready to reopen July 1 if province gives green light

Gamblers could return to the slot machines and card tables in View Royal within a week as operators of Elements Casino hustle to rehire staff, prepare safety procedures and ramp up food and beverage ­services. The six municipalities that take a 10% share of casino revenues are also cautiously optimistic for a green light from provincial health…

Baccarat ・ 25 June 2021

Online Poker Report

As Legislative Session Adjourns, Is IL Online Gambling Alive Or Dead?

So goes the Dead Parrot Sketch, perhaps the most iconic bit of humor ever produced by Monty Python's Flying Circus. If you somehow haven't seen it, it consists of a dishonest pet shop owner (Michael Palin) attempting to avoid refunding a disgruntled customer (John Cleese) for what is clearly a dead parrot. The effort to legalize online gambling…

Law ・ 01 June 2021

Online Poker Report

CT Governor, Tribes Just Inches From Agreement On Gambling Expansion

2021 stands to be a good year for gambling expansion, as states race to make up for time that they lost to fighting COVID-19 last year. Already, five states have introduced bills which would legalize online casinos, online poker, or both. Not all of these are equally likely to succeed. At one extreme, you have longshot efforts like this…

Politics ・ 29 May 2021

Online Poker Report

Pennsylvania Online Gambling Experiences Identical Drop To NJ In April

With COVID-19 protocols loosening and ever-greater numbers of people getting vaccinated, elevated levels of online gambling activity are finally starting to slip. The drop has been slight so far, but could become more pronounced now as COVID cases in the US seem to be on course to reach their lowest levels since the very first weeks of the…

Poker ・ 20 May 2021

Streets Of Toronto

Here's what to expect when Ontario casinos reopen later this month

Although most businesses were given the go-ahead to reopen this summer after nearly five months in lockdown, Ontario casinos have remained closed since March 16. However, on Sept. 4, the Great Canadian Gaming Corporation issued a statement noting that they would reopen all 25 casino properties across the country on Sept. 28, keeping in line with…

Gaming Authorities ・ 07 May 2021

Online Poker Report

Second Coronavirus Shutdown Sends PA Online Casino Revenue Soaring

Save for a dip in June and a flat month in November, 2020 was a year of constant growth for the Pennsylvania market. That's not surprising, as the market was only six months old to start the year and hadn't yet reached maturity. Even so, the extent of the growth was impressive. Total revenue for Pennsylvania online casinos and poker rooms in…

Finance ・ 07 May 2021

Casino Reports

Is Online Gambling Legal In Canada? (Valuable Insights)

From the moment entertainment got modernized and the first online casinos appeared, markets worldwide have been trying to find a good way to organize it from a legal point of view. While some markets embraced it immediately, the others are strictly against it. Come to think of Canada, what we know for fact is that this region is seen as the one…

Gaming Authorities ・ 07 May 2021

Coal Valley News

Get a shot, play slots: W.Va. casino clinic lets in out-of-staters

CHARLESTON - A vaccine clinic at a West Virginia casino is welcoming people from outside of the state to get their COVID-19 shots as demand declines among in-state residents. "Grateful was what we saw in their eyes," said Betsy Gambino, a nurse with Berkeley Medical Center who helped administer the shots Tuesday. Without leaving their car, state…

Covid ・ 07 May 2021