PointsBet has added a suite of games from European supplier Thunderkick as it continues to further expand its online casino platform in Ontario.
The Australian sportsbook launched a selection of slot titles on its Ontario-facing platform, including Carnival Queen 2, Midas Golden Touch 3 and Esqueleto Explosivo 3. The initial rollout is the start of a planned broader games partnership in the province.
“PointsBet has made a point of distinguishing itself from the crowd, from our local on-the-ground presence in Ontario to our premium online casino portfolio,” said PointsBet Canada Head of Casino Brooke Hilton. “We strive to partner with the very best, and when it comes to casino content, the addition of Thunderkick’s popular slots will enable us to continue providing players across the province with diverse, impactful gaming experiences.”
PointsBet places emphasis on casino
MIXI-owned PointsBet offers online sports betting in both Australia and Ontario, but the Canadian regulated iGaming province is its only online casino market.
In the last 12 months, the operator has struck several new deals with suppliers, adding content from the likes of Play’n GO, Playson and Evolution live casino-focused subsidiary Ezugi to its portfolio.
PointsBet Canada CEO Scott Vanderwel identified online casino expansion as one of the company’s goals in an interview with Canadian Gaming Business back in May.
“Ontario’s online casino scene is massive, driving around 85% of GGR, so it’s only right that we’ve listened to consumers and have actively invested in our product,” Vanderwel said at the time. “We’ve poured a ton of effort into our casino, building out a huge range of games with top suppliers to give players what they love. That investment’s paying off, as our casino’s growing fast, even in a crowded market.”
On an earnings call in late August, PointsBet reported that its total Ontario market revenue rose 26% year over year from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025. Its online casino handle broke the $1 billion barrier during that 12-month period, and its net win in iCasino surged 39% as PointsBet’s number of active players in Ontario increased 30%.
Thunderkick strikes in Ontario
Meanwhile, the PointsBet deal is the latest in a string of operator agreements for Thunderkick after it first entered the Canadian market 18 months ago.
The Swedish supplier already works with operators including DraftKings, bet365, LeoVegas, Bally’s and 888Casino in the province and most recently partnered with slots-focused Betty Canada in September. Company executives have explained that its strategy is to partner with established, brand-name operators of good reputatiomn and focus on long-term market penetration.
“Since its Canadian launch, PointsBet has forged relationships rooted in the country’s cultural identity, which firmly aligns with Thunderkick’s core philosophy of going deeper, not wider,” said Thunderkick Chief Commercial Officer Svante Sahlström in the press release announcing the PointsBet deal.
“It is a reputable and recognized brand across the globe, and we look forward to supporting its continued North American growth with our class-leading content.”
