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CCSA Releases Gambling Guidelines As Casinos Reopen

The CCSA has published new Lower-Risk Gambling Guidelines (LRGG) for Canadians in an attempt to help mitigate risks associated with wagering.

Posted on: October 14, 2021 | | Jose Colorado

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Parleh TV makes history as Canada’s first sports betting network

Parleh Media Group (PMG) made history today, launching Canada’s first dedicated sports betting network, Parleh TV.

Posted on: October 12, 2021 | | Jose Colorado

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Vaccination Policy Comes Into Effect, Casinos Adjust

Ontario's new vaccination policy came into effect on Sept. 22 requiring Ontarians to provide proof of the double poke.

Posted on: October 7, 2021 | | Jose Colorado

Dark Horse Bets’ SmartPicks Delivers 48:1 Longshot

Dark Horse Bets predicted the race three winner at Woodbine on Sept.24. Despite 48-1 odds, What A Rush won the race in a surprising turn.

Posted on: October 5, 2021 | | Jose Colorado

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Caesars Windsor Legends Sports Bar reopens

Legends Sports Bar and Restaurant finally reopened its doors on Sept. 16 after a seven-month hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Posted on: September 30, 2021 | | Jose Colorado

Australia’s PointsBet Aiming For Ontario’s Competitive Gaming Market

The PointsBet Canada, the Aussie-based sports wagering operator and iGaming provider, will be a player in Ontario’s internet gaming market.

Posted on: September 28, 2021 | | Jose Colorado

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Jackpot! Winning Ticket for $21.1M Sold on OLG.ca

If you bought your LOTTO 6/49 ticket for Tuesday's draw on OLG.ca, now is the perfect time to take a closer look at your account. Or contact OLG directly. You might just be CA$21 million richer.

Posted on: September 23, 2021 | | Katarina Vojvodic

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PROLINE+ Survey: Interest In Betting In Ontario Is On The Rise

The numbers are in, and they look good. And that’s great news for the Ontario Lottery Gaming Corporation (OLG) and its recently launched digital sportsbook app PROLINE+. A recent survey conducted by Hill and Knowlton Strategies for PROLINE+ says betting in Ontario is rising.

Posted on: September 23, 2021 | | Jose Colorado

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Woodbine Entertainment Doubles Down On Vaccination Requirements, Policy

Woodbine Entertainment has given the government its seal of approval. Following Ontario’s new COVID-19 vaccination plan, Canada’s largest horse racing operator proactively announced a stricter internal policy moving forward. As of Sept.15, Woodbine requires race participants to be fully vaccinated.

Posted on: September 17, 2021 | | Jose Colorado

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AGCO Publishes Final Sports and Event Betting Standards

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) released finalized regulatory standards for sports and event betting in Ontario. After gathering feedback from the industry, the agency made changes to drafted advertising standards and integrity rules. The updated regulations are now part of AGCO’s existing Registrar’s Standards for Internet Gaming, published in July.

Posted on: September 16, 2021 | | Katarina Vojvodic