Betting in Canada
Why Offline Betting Is Winning Back Canadian Bettors
Digital technology has transformed everyday life beyond recognition. Today, you can buy groceries or watch movie premieres – all with just an app. Everything has become simpler, faster, and more convenient. The betting industry has gone through a similar shift: mobile platforms and websites have replaced paper slips, queues, and even conversations with cashiers. But […]
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Micro-Betting: The Growing Sports Gambling Trend in Canada
Micro-betting is a new form of sports gambling rapidly gaining popularity in Canada. Unlike traditional wagers on the final outcome of a match, here the player makes a prediction about a specific moment – for example, who will make the next out or what the result of the next attack will be. According to a […]
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How Artificial Intelligence Is Used in Betting in Canada
Artificial intelligence is gradually transforming the betting industry in Canada. Local operators are increasingly adopting machine learning algorithms to analyze customer behaviour, personalize offers, and reduce risk. These technologies promise higher profits, but at the same time, they raise ethical and regulatory concerns. For example, the PowerPlay platform now uses DataX and LogicX tools from […]
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Placing Bets in Canada: A Guide to May’s Sports Events
May is a busy month for sports and betting. As the excitement of hockey winds down, new opportunities arise: the Formula 1 season kicks off, MLB heats up, and the tennis calendar builds toward Roland-Garros. Canadian fans will have plenty to watch – and to bet on. Spring also brings a shift in bookmakers’ behaviour: […]
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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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