Most recently, Manitoba’s newly elected government announced it will take steps towards expanding gambling in the province. In addition to that, Premier Wab Kinew commented that the government is willing to consider a First Nations-run casino in Winnipeg while noting that the province is open to working on an economic […]
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RimRock Casino’s Sale Supports Local Charities
It has been over three years since the sale of RimRock Casino in Port Alberni, British Columbia, and finally, revenue from the transaction will have a recipient. The Alberni Valley Gaming Association, which owned the casino, has found an agreement to donate the proceeds to the Alberni Valley Community Foundation. […]
Manitoba Takes Action Towards Gambling Expansion
For the first time in a while, Manitoba will be exploring the expansion of its gambling sector. The province’s newly elected NDP government has recently lifted a provision to halt new gaming operations set by the former Progressive Conservative government in 2018. It also announced some significant changes the Board […]
AGCO Bans Trainer over Horse Cruelty Allegations
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario has most recently imposed a two-year suspension on Standardbred trainer Anthony Beaton amidst horse cruelty allegations. In October, the regulator received intel that the trainer had engaged in conduct compromising equine safety and welfare, and after a thorough review decided to temporarily suspend […]
Lottery Tickets are Not for Kids, Reminds BCLC
The holiday season has arrived and the British Columbia Lottery Corporation has an important message to adults in the province. As part of its #GiftSmart campaign, the Crown reminds that lottery offerings including Snatch Scratch & Win tickets should not be gifted to children. It urges parents not to put […]
CA$50M Lotto 6/49 Jackpot Triggered in Western Canada
A lottery player in Western Canada has won an amazing CA$50 million by activating a Lotto 6/49 jackpot in the latest draw, confirmed PlayNow. Currently, the identity of the lucky winner is unknown but their ticket has matched the winning numbers for the Gold Ball jackpot in Saturday December 9 […]
New York Posts Another US$2B Handle of Mobile Sports Betting
After writing history in October 2023, New York’s mobile sports wagering market continues to impress through November 2023. Last month marked back-to-back monthly betting volumes above US$2 billion. For November, the state’s nine digital sports betting operators generated US$2.1 billion in wagering volume, its highest monthly handle ever documented. The […]
New Yorkers in Favour of Legal iGaming, Finds Poll
The introduction of regulated online casinos in New York has been discussed for a while now. According to a new industry-backed survey, a majority of the public is in favour of legalizing iGaming and Internet lottery sales in the Empire State. Estimations suggest that it could transform into a billion-dollar […]
Great Canadian Casino Toronto Braces for Grand Opening Ceremony
Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto may has started work in June 2023 but the country’s largest casino resort will celebrate its grand opening in May 2024. For the special occasion, Great Canadian Entertainment has invited three-time GRAMMY® Award winner Gwen Stefani and five-time CMA Male Vocalist of the Year and […]
Auditor General Discovers Faults in Ontario’s iGaming Model
Ontario’s market for online sports betting and gambling is once more a hot topic of discussion in the province. This time due to being mentioned in the Ontario Auditor General’s follow-up report, which said that the province little to almost no progress on the previous recommendations made by the Auditor […]