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NBA, OLG Short Film Series Tips Off 75th Anniversary Season

The Toronto Raptors may not have played on the NBA's Oct. 19 opening night, but the excitement was still in the air. That's because the franchise – alongside the (now defunct) Vancouver Grizzlies – had their feature short film "Born Identities" released the night prior. Directed by Kathleen S. Jayme, the flick chronicles the genesis of the Raptors' and Grizzlies' inaugural logos.

Posted on: November 18, 2021 | | Jose Colorado

$70 million jackpot winner Christine Lauzan holds her big check in front of a light blue wall at BCLC. Lauzan has short light brown hair, glasses, and wears a dark shirt

That’s (Pea)Nuts! BC Woman Claims Largest-Ever Lotto Prize

The largest lotto prize in B.C. history belongs to Christine Lauzon. The BC-resident pulled a stunning $70 million on the Sept.28 Lotto Max draw, according to the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC).

Posted on: November 2, 2021 | | Jose Colorado

NHL, DraftKings Ink Deal To Bring Data-Driven Broadcasts To Bettors

The NHL inked a partnership deal with American sportsbook giant DraftKings. The agreement sees the company become the NHL’s official sports betting partner in the United States.

Posted on: October 29, 2021 | | Jose Colorado

Jerry Knott (and wife) with his $20 Million Check at WCLC. He is standing in front of a Lotto MAX display.

Manitoba Man’s $20 Million “Forgotten” Lottery Win

Few moments can take precedence over a father’s focus on his daughter’s wedding. Finding a $20 million winning lottery ticket in your wallet may be one of those exceptions. Manitoba man, Jerry Knott, is substantially wealthier after winning a $20 million Lotto MAX jackpot draw on Aug.24, 2021.

Posted on: October 25, 2021 | | Jose Colorado

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Online Gaming Thrives In Manitoba As Casinos Struggle

Manitoba gambling changed in a big way in the 2020 – 2021 fiscal year. According to Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries (MBLL) end-of-year report, changes include a $51 million spike in online gaming revenues. Meanwhile, traditional in-person options such as casinos and video lottery terminals (VLT) went the other way.

Posted on: October 21, 2021 | | Jose Colorado

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Get A Room: Cascades Casino Delta Finds Hotel Operator

Meridian Development and P.R. Hotels Ltd., are partnering to create a new Delta by Marriot Hotel at Cascades Casino Delta.

Posted on: October 8, 2021 | | Jose Colorado

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BCLC “Whistleblower” Comes Forward In Money Laundering Scandal

The former director of BCLC's anti-money laundering office says he is the “whistleblower” who blew the top off B.C.’s illegal cash rings.

Posted on: October 1, 2021 | | Jose Colorado

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Mike Mirtl, BetRegal To Gamble On North Bay

BetRegal's Mike Mirtl has announced a tentative plan to establish a company headquarters in his hometown of North Bay, Ontario, by 2022.

Posted on: September 30, 2021 | | Jose Colorado

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Loto-Québec Won’t Require Vaccination For Employees

Loto-Québec will not require the double poke for its employees. The Crown corporation announced on Sept.15 that although visitors require proof of double vaccination against COVID-19, workers do not. The decision comes one week after Québec’s government concluded a $1million vaccine lottery – aimed to increase vaccination rates.

Posted on: September 27, 2021 | | Jose Colorado

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Canadian Tech Provider, GeoComply Solutions, Helping Track NFL Season

U.S. sports bettors are looking north of the border to get its NFL data. A Canadian tech company, GeoComply Solutions, reported a record number of NFL bets through the league’s opening week (Sept. 9 – 12). 58.2 million was the ground-breaking figure - a 126% increase from the 2020 NFL season.

Posted on: September 24, 2021 | | Jose Colorado