Betting in Canada
The Influence of Match-Fixing on Legal Betting in Canada
In Canada, where betting is legal and well-regulated, match-fixing remains a grey area. There are no laws that criminalize manipulation, and regulators typically catch only those who act carelessly. Global statistics offer some hope: in 2024, the number of suspicious matches worldwide dropped by 17% – down to 1,108 cases (according to Sportradar). But Canada […]
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Spring 2025: Canadian Betting World News Digest
The Canadian betting sector continues to evolve, bringing new developments that impact players, operators, and stakeholders across the country. From shifting political wagering odds to major corporate partnerships, staying informed is essential to understanding the direction of the market. Our goal is to keep you updated with the most relevant news, offering insight into key […]
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Alberta Gears Up to Launch a Regulated Online Gambling Market in 2026
Alberta, one of Canada’s most economically developed provinces, is set to launch its open online gambling sector in the first quarter of 2026. This move marks a major step in Alberta’s gaming industry, which has lagged behind more developed markets like Ontario’s. However, the path to this launch has proven more complicated than planned. Initially, […]
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Women in Betting: Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities
Just a few decades ago, sports wagering was considered a predominantly male pastime. Bookmakers focused on a male audience, and women’s participation in betting remained minimal. However, the situation has changed. Each year, more and more women are getting involved in the industry, making it not just an occasional occurrence but a noticeable trend. Let’s […]
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Hockey in Canada: Betting and Excitement
In one of our articles, we mentioned that the NHL holds a dominant position in Canada’s sports betting market, with hockey accounting for 45% of all wagers. However, the recent 4 Nations Face-Off tournament proved that Canadians’ passion for hockey and betting has reached a whole new level. The final match at TD Garden in […]
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Not Just Sports: Canadians Embrace Novelty in Betting
Wagering has long been a part of Canada’s sports culture, and the hype around Super Bowl LIX only reinforces this fact. Senior trading manager Christian Cipollini noted that Super Bowl LIX was “the single biggest betting event in the history of BetMGM.” It’s worth mentioning that both BetMGM and Bet365 hold Ontario licenses for sports […]
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Why Do Some Win While Others Lose?
The world of betting is a fine line between success and failure. Some turn gambling into a source of income by using analytics and a strategic approach. Others lose everything by relying on luck and emotions. This article will explore two contrasting fates: Haralabos Voulgaris, who made millions from sports betting, and Noah Vineberg, whose […]
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The Impact of Betting Operator Diversity in Ontario on Player Habits
The online betting market in Ontario has experienced significant growth since the sector was legalized and regulated in 2021. With the emergence of numerous licensed operators, players now have unprecedented choices, which has, in turn, affected their habits and preferences. Two recent studies – the Paysafe report “All The Way Players Pay” and the Responsible […]
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How the Shift to Online Influences the Betting Sector in Canada
The worldwide gambling industry has experienced substantial changes over the last few decades. Many bookmakers that started with traditional land-based betting locations, such as Bet365, eventually moved online. The Canadian gambling market changed after the legalization of single-event sports wagering in 2021. The government allowed provinces to decide whether to issue licenses for betting operators. […]
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Which Legal Sportsbook Platforms Are Available in Canada: Bet365, 22Bet, 20Bet, and Others
Sports betting is incredibly popular in Canada, with a generally lenient attitude toward it. However, despite the enthusiasm for placing wagers and the regulated framework, it isn’t always straightforward for global operators to enter the market. This is largely due to each region having its own rules for granting operational permits to sportsbooks, with many […]
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