Regulatory
‘On a silver platter’ – Rivalry’s Steven Salz on ‘challenge’ of AGCO’s athlete ad ban
The looming reform of online gambling advertising standards in Ontario could open the door for black market operators to profit, suggests Rivalry CEO and Co-Founder Steven Salz.
It was recently announced by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) that, from Feb. 24, 2024, registered…
AGCO makes decision on e-raffle regulatory framework amid push for expansion
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is pressing ahead with a proposal for the expansion of 50/50 e-raffle ticket sales in the province.
Listing 10 key points of the anticipated regulatory framework, the AGCO expects hospital foundations to obtain a 50/50 raffle licence to conduct…
AGCO hands horse trainer three-year suspension amid ‘suspicious’ racehorse death
Horse trainer Carol Voyer has been issued monetary penalties totaling $11k by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) following the ‘suspicious’ death of racehorse Cams Lucky Sam.
The Crown corporation governs, directs, controls and regulates horse racing in the province, and has…
Ontario Senator submits new bill aimed at uniting govt & provinces in sports betting ads battle
Senator Marty Deacon is stoking the flames of the sports betting ads argument further with a proposal of her own to curb the amount Canadians are subjected to on a daily basis.
Under the terms of the legislation suggested yesterday through a Senate Public Bill, the government would collaborate…
AGCO charges Fitzdares Canada & BV Gaming over CHL transgression
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario has issued a fine to two operators - Fitzdares Canada and BV Gaming - for alleged breaches of its Standards pertaining to minor league sports.
The current regulations - specifically paragraph 15 of Standard 4.34 - prohibit operators from offering bets…
Report: Ontario operators in dispute with Canadian Lottery Coalition over cease & desist…
A battle of the coalitions has ensued following alleged cease and desist letters sent by the Canadian Lottery Coalition to the Coalition of Ontario Online Gaming Operators.
As reported by Gaming News Canada, the CLC - consisting of the British Columbia Lottery Corporation, Manitoba Liquor &…
Ontario Liberal Party urges crackdown against ‘onslaught’ of sports betting ads
The campaign against sports betting advertisements in Ontario is gathering further pace with commercials now facing political pushback.
John Fraser, MPP for Ottawa South and Interim Leader of the Ontario Liberal Party, addressed these issues last week when he tabled a motion in the Legislature…
Conference agenda set to shine light on Lotteries and Regulatory bodies at upcoming Canadian Gaming…
British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC), Ontario Lottery & Gaming (OLG) and The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), are amongst the many leading Canadian lotteries and regulators that are set to take the stage at this year's Canadian Gaming Summit, held at the Metro Toronto…
Quebec Online Gaming Coalition looking to emulate Ontario model of regulation
A number of online gaming operators have convened to establish the Quebec Online Gaming Coalition (QOGC), an organisation focused on developing a new regulatory framework for the industry.
Working with the Quebec Government and local stakeholders, the QOGC is seeking “to address growing concerns…
OLG eyes legislative change to mandate ID check for self-serve lottery terminals
The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) is seeking an amendment to the Gaming Control Act, 1992 (GCA) so that ID checks for its self-serve lottery terminals can be mandated.
1,400 of these terminals are set to be piloted in select retail locations across the province between the fall of…