Sports Betting in Ontario
SuperPot in Ontario: Innovation in Gambling or a Trap for Bettors?
Imagine this: you’ve just placed a bet on a match in your bookmaker’s mobile app, and right before confirming it, the system offers you a pop-up – “Want to win more? For just $5, you can join SuperPot – a tournament where you predict the exact score and match stats. The grand prize – $10,000!” […]
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Profitability Challenges in Ontario’s Sports Betting Sector
Surprisingly, in Ontario – where all the conditions for legal online wagering have been created – sportsbooks are facing losses. The latest data only confirms this troubling trend. July 2025 was especially telling. The total betting handle reached $688 million. Yet operators’ revenue amounted to a comparatively modest $52.7 million, marking the fourth decline since […]
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Summer Slowdown in Canadian Betting: How Sportsbooks Adapt
The summer months are marked by a noticeable drop in user activity in online betting. According to the latest report, this trend became especially clear in Ontario in June 2025, when sports betting volumes fell to their lowest point in 10 months. The reason is simple – a lack of major sporting events. Meanwhile, online […]
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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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How Online Betting is Reshaping Ontario’s Horse Racing Industry
Ontario stands as one of Canada’s major hubs for horse racing, supporting around 23,000 jobs and home to 15 racetracks. However, with the rapid rise of online betting, industry stakeholders are increasingly concerned about the future of traditional horse race betting. Can this historic sector adapt to the digital age, or is it at risk […]
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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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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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The Canadian Betting Market: Key Insights of 2024
The year 2024 marked a significant milestone for Canada’s betting industry. The country witnessed major legislative changes, continued rapid market growth, new standards, and high-profile events that captured the attention of professionals and the general public. We’ve already covered some of the most important news, such as the introduction of updates to AGCO advertising guidelines. […]
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Betting and Advertising: How Ontario Tackles Industry Challenges
Since the legalization of betting in 2022, Ontario has experienced rapid growth in this sector, drawing both opportunities and challenges. The province has become a hub for discussions on how to regulate gambling responsibly, particularly as it welcomes international operators like Bet365. Recognizing the potential risks of unchecked advertising, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of […]
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