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Ontario Charitable Gambling Has Raised More Than $460M For Communities

Since 2005, Ontario’s Charitable Bingo and Gaming Centres have generated more than $460 million for local communities across Ontario.

News · 18 Oct 2023
Bet99 Becomes Latest Ontario Operator To Enlist GeoComply’s Services

GeoComply has announced a deal to provide geolocation services to Ontario online casino operator and sports betting site Bet99.

News · 3 Oct 2023
Expert: Video Game Loot Boxes Allowing Kids In Canada To Gamble

Dr. Jeff Derevensky tells PlayCanada that video game loot boxes that offer random in-game prizes allow kids to gamble with real money.

News · 3 Oct 2023
Few Ontario Retail Casinos Still Offering A Buffet Option

Only a few Ontario retail casinos still offer up a buffet for customers. Here’s a look at which ones are available in the province.

News · 29 Sep 2023
Expert Tips To Keep Young People From Developing Gambling Problems

Dr. Jeff Derevensky says adolescents have much higher rates of problem gambling than adults and are particularly vulnerable.

News · 8 Sep 2023
New theScore Bet Ontario Ad Campaign Highlights Streamlined Betting

In Ontario, theScore Bet has introduced a new ad campaign, “Does My App Do That,” following the release of the AGCO’s new ad restrictions.

News · 7 Sep 2023
Despite New Ban, We’re Still Going To See Tons Of Ontario Online Casino Ads

The AGCO’s ban on celebrity endorsements of Ontario online casino operators will only impact the content of gambling ads, not their volume.

News · 5 Sep 2023
Halifax Bookkeeper Embezzled $7.6 Million, Gambled Away $6.4 Million

Sherri Lamarche is serving an eight-year prison sentence for stealing $7.6 million from her former employer. She gambled away $6.4 million.

News · 25 Jul 2023
First Nation Believes Expanded Casino At Woodbine Could Threaten Its Funding

Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation feels its funding is threatened by the expanded Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto.

News · 3 Jul 2023