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CanadianCasinos.ca Launches New Online Casino Dispute Resolution Service

Keeping in line with our values of supporting the online gambling community, our sister site, CanadianCasinos.ca has unveiled a new service designed to assist players in resolving disputes with online casinos. Tailored specifically for Canadians, this initiative offers a structured process, starting with direct communication with the casino's…
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BCLC Predicts Surge in Lotto 6/49 Ticket Sales

British Columbia Lottery Corporation is expected to have higher lottery activity as the jackpot for Lotto 6/49 reached a whopping CA$68 million. The provider of lottery products said that it projects 20% higher ticket sales in the game for the record draw on September 27, 2023, in comparison to other mega-sized jackpots over the recent couple of…
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BCLC Predicts Surge in Lotto 6/49 Ticket Sales
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Bragg Gaming Debuts Slot with Caesars Palace Online Casino

This week, Bragg Gaming Group reported that it has now incorporated the exclusive and thrilling game, Lady Luck Casino Egyptian Magic with Caesars Palace Online Casino in Michigan and New Jersey. The said title is a combination of gameplay and vision of the provider's Egyptian Magic titles with Caesars Entertainment's Lady Luck Casino brand. Bragg…
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Bragg Gaming Debuts Slot with Caesars Palace Online Casino
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ALC Alarmed about Online Gaming Marketing

Two large banners of Bet99 were spotted at last weekend's YQM Country Festival in Dieppe, New Brunswick. However, this was not left unnoticed by the Atlantic Lottery Corporation. It should be noted that the Ontario-based operator is not licensed by ALC to operate in the Atlantic region. Its marketing in the area led to some concerns in the Crown…
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ALC Alarmed about Online Gaming Marketing
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Rochester Casino No Longer Part of Senecas Gaming Compact

There have been some new developments in the discussions on a new gaming compact between the Seneca Nation of Indians and New York State's administration. When negotiations started in June 2023, it was reported that the new compact would include the launch of a casino in Rochester. However, it is now stated that such a plan has been abandoned. The…
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Rochester Casino No Longer Part of Senecas Gaming Compact
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Ontarians are Fond of Online Casino Games, finds Report

Recently, iGaming Ontario issued its Q1 report on the province's regulated market for online gambling. The recap found that local players have placed much more money on online casino games than they have put on sports-related betting. The iCasino segment generated CA$11.6 billion of the total volume, while sports wagering accounted for CA$2…
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Ontarians are Fond of Online Casino Games, finds Report
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Canadians Should Be Mindful of Fake Lottery Ads Online

Canadian Facebook users should be on alert for another scam circling the online spaces. It was recently reported that fake advertisements have been going around urging people to try a free lottery game. However, the posted link takes individuals to an unrelated website which is not in any way affiliated with one of the provincial lottery…
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Canadians Should Be Mindful of Fake Lottery Ads Online
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Evolution Integrates Live Dealer Titles into BCLC’s Offerings

British Columbia Lottery Corporation is looking to further enhance its offerings on its digital gaming platform PlayNow in collaboration with Evolution. The latter is a leading supplier of iGaming products to the industry and a long-term partner to the Crown agency. Via the new agreement, the company delivered new high-limit live casino games to…
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Evolution Integrates Live Dealer Titles into BCLC’s Offerings
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IGT Unveils Colorful Online Gambling Palette

International Game Technology is renowned for being one of the online gaming powerhouses out there, introducing new products to its fans regularly. The offering is a go-to gambling experience for many Canadians, as they seek to enhance their spare time and potentially win big as a result of that. Everything within the diverse portfolio of this…
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Betsoft Online Casino Software Provider

Betsoft is renowned for being one of the leaders in the online gaming world, as it has years of experience under its belt. Keeping Canadian players entertained for longer is among the main goals of many software providers that have been working hard over the past few decades. Global gaming leaders such as Betsoft boast a vast portfolio of gaming…
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Gateway Casinos Strikes Affiliate Marketing Deal with OLG

This week, Gateway Casinos & Entertainment and the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation announced that the companies have inked a new affiliate marketing partnership. Via this collaboration, the operator will promote OLG's online slots, table games, live casinos, and digital sportsbook, PROLINE+ on OLG.ca to guests of its 14 gaming locations…
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Gateway Casinos Strikes Affiliate Marketing Deal with OLG
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Toronto’s Newest Casino Announces Launch of Poker Room

Canada's new and largest gaming facility, Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto has recently announced that it will be launching its Poker Room later this summer. Also, its brand-new 400-room hotel will also commence operations with an August 1, 2023 launch date. The company said reservations for The Hotel are now open and can be booked. Great…
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Toronto’s Newest Casino Announces Launch of Poker Room
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Ontarians Gamble Online over CA$13.9B in Q4

Ontario has just reported its results from Q4 of its legal iGaming market, and it was confirmed to be another record-setting quarter for the province. For the three months ending on March 31, 2023, local bettors place over CA$13.9 billion in online sports wagers and casino play. This is a new quarterly handle surpassing the previous high of CA$11.5…
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Ontarians Gamble Online over CA$13.9B in Q4
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Elements Casino Chilliwack Helps Out Numerous Charities

Last week, Elements Casino Chilliwack made its largest contribution to charities since its opening. The gaming amenity handed a CA$802832 cheque to the Knight Road Legacy Association on April 11, 2023. The money will be now split between 47 charities and non-profit organizations, most of them based in the Chilliwack region in B.C. Located at 8180…
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Elements Casino Chilliwack Helps Out Numerous Charities
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Evolution Introduces its Mega Ball in B.C.

British Columbia Lottery Corporation continues to enhance its online gaming offerings for bettors. Most recently, Evolution announced that it has inked an agreement with the Crown agency to debut its Mega Ball on BCLC's PlayNow online platform. Now, the province will become the first client of the provider in North America to integrate the title…
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Evolution Introduces its Mega Ball in B.C.
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OLG Warns about Expiring Lotto Max Windfall

Just recently, the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation issued a press release to remind that there is still an unclaimed Lotto Max prize in the province. The windfall in question is worth more than CA$373k and it is set to expire if not claimed. This one dates back to the April 1, 2022 drawing of the nationwide game and its winner resides…
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OLG Warns about Expiring Lotto Max Windfall
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Niagara Falls Predicts New Toronto Casino Will Affect Tourism

The announcement of a new CA$1 billion Las Vegas-style casino in Toronto, Ontario, has Niagara Falls alarmed about the impact on its operations. The new casino resort is on schedule to launch in the summer of 2023, but Niagara Falls officials expect that the property will affect foot traffic and finances as a major tourist attraction in the…
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Niagara Falls Predicts New Toronto Casino Will Affect Tourism
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Over 69% of Quebecers Gambled in 2022, Finds Study

Canada's gambling industry has evolved quite a bit over the last few years, and Quebecers have grown increasingly fond of gaming activities, finds a study by Statistics Canada. According to the survey, 69.1% of Quebecers have indulged in gambling activities at least once last year. It is safe to assume that a similar percentage can be applied to…
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Over 69% of Quebecers Gambled in 2022, Finds Study
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Lottery Tickets Should Not Be Gifted to Children, Warns OLG

It is again time for the winter holiday season, and people are about to exchange many gifts with their close ones. That is why the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation has taken the opportunity to remind parents and adults from the province, that all lottery tickets are a form of gambling and should not be gifted to children and minors. OLG is a…
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Lottery Tickets Should Not Be Gifted to Children, Warns OLG
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Casino Rama Reveals More Riveting Spring Shows

A few weeks ago, Casino Rama announced that it will host "I Love The 90s Tour" with one of the era's most prominent artists, but that is not all. This week, the gaming property announced that it has prepared even more exciting shows in the spring of 2023. Some of the newly revealed performers include Chicago, The Jacksons, and Matt Fraser, among…
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Casino Rama Reveals More Riveting Spring Shows
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Sault Ste. Marie Local Lands a Major Lotto 6/49 Jackpot

Another major lottery win has been recorded in Ontario, Canada, informed the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation. In a press release, the Crown agency reported that last Saturday's drawing of Lotto 6/49 has found a winner of the Gold Ball Draw jackpot in Sault Ste. Marie. The winner will take home an amazing CA$48 million windfall. Lotto 6/49 is…
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Sault Ste. Marie Local Lands a Major Lotto 6/49 Jackpot
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Treasure Cove Casino Introduces a Cash Giveaway

Treasure Cove Casino realizes that the winter holidays could have a heavy toll on one's financial situation. That is why the Prince George's casino is hosting a special giveaway which allows locals to enter for a chance of winning CA$2500 in cash. The new contest is named Random Act of Kindness and it will conclude at the start of February…
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Treasure Cove Casino Introduces a Cash Giveaway
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Jay-Z’s Roc Nation Wants in on Times Square Casino Action

It looks like SL Green and Caesars Entertainment have received a boost in their pursuit of a commercial casino in Times Square, New York City. The two have now partnered up with Roc Nation, which is an entertainment agency founded by popular hip-hop artist and producer Jay-Z. The trio will now certainly form a strong case when bidding for a casino…
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Jay-Z’s Roc Nation Wants in on Times Square Casino Action
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B.C. Players Cash Out CA$802M in Lottery Prizes Last Year

The British Columbia Lottery Corporation has sent out another successful year in terms of lottery winnings in the Province of B.C. In its annual report, the Crown agency reveals that in 2022, local lottery players have cashed out over CA$802 million in prizes. Resulting in more than 100 million winning tickets sold at provincial retailers or online…
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B.C. Players Cash Out CA$802M in Lottery Prizes Last Year
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Stefan Soloviev Eyes Downstate Casino License in NY

Yet another candidate has emerged who is interested in joining the New York State's casino industry, and his name is Stefan Soloviev. The real estate developer has expressed interest in one of the three available downstate casino licenses and has allegedly already started discussions with Las Vegas brands to potentially develop one south of the…
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Stefan Soloviev Eyes Downstate Casino License in NY
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Bingo Millions® Makes Canadian Entry Via Manitoba

Gambling enthusiasts and bingo fans in Manitoba are in for a treat, as this week, Gaming Arts announced the launch of its Bingo Millions® in the province. Its debut in the Canadian province is through a partnership with the Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Corporation, and the game will be delivered through GA's Canadian distributor, Bet Rite…
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Bingo Millions® Makes Canadian Entry Via Manitoba
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Ontarian Unable to Cash Out Jackpot Due to Lack of Photo ID

An Ontarian who won a hefty jackpot on a slot game in November 2022 is still unable to claim his winnings, confirm reports. Anthony Michael, from Welland, Ontario, won a sizeable payout in Casino Woodbine last month, however, he is still unable to claim his winnings, due to the lack of a photo ID. This has led to some frustration for the local…
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Ontarian Unable to Cash Out Jackpot Due to Lack of Photo ID
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Fallsview Casino Resort Posts Live Show Schedule for New Theatre

The wait is nearly over, as Fallsview Casino Resort is finally going to launch its new multi-million entertainment centre. Officially branded OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino which is on schedule to launch this fall, now has its first set of performers. Patrons are in for a treat as the casino has revealed prominent names such as Michael Bolton,…
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Fallsview Casino Resort Posts Live Show Schedule for New Theatre
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Millions in Casino Revenue Power Niagara Falls Coffers

It has been over nine years since the City of Niagara Falls negotiated a new agreement with the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation. In that time, the city has bagged over CA$186.5 million for hosting the Crown corporation's casino properties, for which the city has found great use and it has been reinvested into the local coffers. The contract…
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Millions in Casino Revenue Power Niagara Falls Coffers
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OLG to Launch Thousands of Self-Serve Lottery Terminals

Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation is once again putting effort into evolving its lottery options across Ontario. This week, the OLG stated that it is taking the first steps towards launching approximately 1400 self-serve lottery terminals in select lottery retail locations across the province. Thus, providing more convenience to local lottery…
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OLG to Launch Thousands of Self-Serve Lottery Terminals
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Loto-Québec Recaps First Half of 2022-23 FY

This week, Loto-Québec released its official financial performance numbers for the first half of the 2022-2023 fiscal year. For the six-month period, the Crown agency reported total revenues of CA$1.466 billion and a consolidated net income of CA$805.3 million. These are a CA$382.9 million and CA$221.3 million, respectively, increase over last…
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Loto-Québec Recaps First Half of 2022-23 FY
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Casino Rama Announces 90s Shows Roster

Casino Rama is bringing entertainment levels up a notch in 2023, as the gaming amenity has most recently announced a 90s lineup of live events. Titled "I Love The 90s Tour", the roster features some of the most popular names from the 90s, who will entertain the crowds at the casino. Some of the names are Vanilla Ice, Rob Base, 54-40, Sugarhill…
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Casino Rama Announces 90s Shows Roster
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Tioga Downs Patron Triggers Blackjack Jackpot

Last week, Tioga Downs Casino Resort in Nichols, New York State, informed of an exciting blackjack win. The management of the casino property announced that a patron has managed to win more than a US$300000 prize through the casino's game of Blazing 7's Hot Shot Progressive jackpot. And what is more impressive is that he won the prize with only a…
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Auditor General Criticizes OLG’s Choice for Niagara Casinos Operator

Last week, Ontario Auditor General Bonnie Lysyk issued her annual report, which managed to stir the pot in the province's gambling industry. Her report alleges that in 2019 the Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation awarded the keys to Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort and Casino Niagara to their current Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, despite better…
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Auditor General Criticizes OLG’s Choice for Niagara Casinos Operator
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Auditor General Probes Casino Anti-Money Laundering Protocols

This week, Ontario's Auditor General Bonnie Lysyk published her annual report to the legislature. In it, she gives recommendations to the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation on doubling down efforts to tackle money laundering attempts at the province's casinos. She reports that the number of suspicious transactions is relatively low but it…
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Auditor General Probes Casino Anti-Money Laundering Protocols
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Ontarian Snatches a CA$60M Lotto Max Jackpot

According to the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation, this week a lottery player from the province has woken up to a CA$60000000 jackpot. On Wednesday, the Crown agency confirmed that a ticket holder from Richmond Hill, Ontario, is the winner of the massive jackpot from Tuesday's November 29, 2022 draw. Players are advised to check their…
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Ontarian Snatches a CA$60M Lotto Max Jackpot
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Burnaby Casino Worker Stole Chips to Help Cancer-Struck Brother

This week, Metro Vancouver learned that a former employee of Grand Villa Casino Burnaby who was fired for stealing chips has received a reduced sentence. Kim Shing Leung was caught stealing from the casino's gaming tables in an effort to help his cancer-ridden brother's medical bills. The 58-year-old former casino employee will not be sent to…
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Burnaby Casino Worker Stole Chips to Help Cancer-Struck Brother
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Bear Hills Casino and Travel Resort Breaks Ground

On Wednesday morning, Bear Hills Casino and Travel Resort has officially broken ground. The new complex south of Edmonton, Alberta, will come with gaming, dining, gas options and more. Louis Bull Tribe Chief Desmond Bull promises that the new establishment will bring prosperity to his people and it will be a step towards truth and…
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Bear Hills Casino and Travel Resort Breaks Ground
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Calgary’s ACE Casino Airport Prepares for Friday's Opening

This week Calgary's gambling enthusiasts are in for a treat, as the city's new premium casino ACE Casino Airport is opening its doors to the public. The grand opening ceremony for the 70000-square-foot casino will be held on Friday, November 25, 2022, at 40 Aero Crescent NE. Besides exceptional gambling options, there will be two dining…
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Calgary’s ACE Casino Airport Prepares for Friday's Opening
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Albertan Scores Largest Lotto Max Win in the Province

Once again, a Canadian lottery player has been transformed into a lottery multi-millionaire by playing Lotto Max. On Monday, the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission reported that Calgary business owner Mitchel Dyck has won the stunning CA$70000000 in Lotto Max. His major winning is the largest Lotto Max one in the history of Alberta,…
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Albertan Scores Largest Lotto Max Win in the Province
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BetMGM to Introduce the First Wheel of Fortune Casino

This week BetMGM has announced yet another lucrative agreement with Sony Pictures Television and IGT for the launch of the first full brand-themed digital casino. Through this partnership, the gaming leader has acquired the rights to launch an online casino that will be based on the popular game show Wheel of Fortune. The show will return to TV…
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Wasaga Beach Casino Kicks Off Operations This Week

The wait is finally over, as this week, Gateway Casinos & Entertainment's new casino property in Wasaga Beach is set to make its grand opening. On Wednesday, November 23, 2022, Playtime Casino Wasaga Beach will open its doors to the public. Over the last few days, the company was adding finishing touches while employees were making final…
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Wasaga Beach Casino Kicks Off Operations This Week
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OLG Provides More Online Lottery Purchase Alternatives

The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation continues to improve its offerings and has most recently added more payment options to its OLG.ca. This time the Crown has introduced new online payment options for the secure and intuitive purchase of digital lottery products on its website or on the OLG app via Direct Pay, without having to deposit money…
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OLG Provides More Online Lottery Purchase Alternatives
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Pragmatic Play Extends Footprint in Armenia

In November, Pragmatic Play has been keeping itself quite busy and announced several important partnerships. Most recently, the leading iGaming provider declared that it has inked a partnership with the Armenia-based betting operator Technamin. Through the deal, the supplier will deliver its premium online content to the operator's online…
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Pragmatic Play Extends Footprint in Armenia
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IGT and Loto-Québec Extend Partnership

It seems like International Game Technology and Loto-Québec will continue to work together for the foreseeable future. This week, IGT reported that its subsidiary IGT Canada Solutions ULC has struck a five-year contract extension with the Crown agency. Via the agreement, the IGT will deliver cutting-edge VLT software and other related items to the…
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IGT and Loto-Québec Extend Partnership
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Empire City Casino Earns Five Fan-Voted Awards

Empire City Casino is one of the premium hotspots for gaming in New York, and this was again confirmed at Strictly Slots Magazine's annual Best of Racino Awards. The gaming facility located in Yonkers, NYC, has won an impressive five awards at this year's running of the awards, which are voted by readers of the magazine, and select their favourite…
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Bragg Gaming Group Seals Deal with Sega Sammy Creation

Ontario-based iGaming brand Bragg Gaming Group has once again enhanced its offerings. This week, the technology and content provider announced a licensing agreement with Sega Sammy Creation Inc. The deal grants the provider exclusive rights to distribute a selection of SSC content portfolio to internet gaming operators in the U.S., U.K. and other…
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Casino Closure Takes its Toll on Edmonton Charities

A recent hearing decision of the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission has confirmed that the casino closures from 2020 and 2021 have taken a massive toll on local charities. Provincial casinos suspended operations for five months in 2020 and five more in 2021 after provincial orders as a way of preventing the spread of the unprecedented…
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Casino Closure Takes its Toll on Edmonton Charities
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Gateway Casinos Commits to Western Fair District

Gateways Casinos & Entertainment has confirmed that it has reached an agreement to continue operations at the Western Fair District in Ontario. The gaming leader said that it has extended its lease with the WFD and is already working on potential improvements on its Gateway Casinos London which will expand its gambling operations. The company is a…
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Gateway Casinos Commits to Western Fair District
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Bragg Gaming Group Unites Subsidiaries Under One Brand

On Monday, September 26, 2022, Ontario-based Bragg Gaming Group announced that it will be uniting its subsidiaries ORYX Gaming, Wild Streak Gaming and Spin Games under one single brand. ORYX Gaming will become Bragg Ljubljana, while Spin Games' offices in U.S. and India will turn into Bragg Reno and Bragg Chennai respectively. Headquartered in…
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Pragmatic Play Debuts a Football-Themed Slot

Pragmatic Play is making preparations for the upcoming FIFA World Cup in Qatar, as the leading iGaming provider launches a brand-new football-inspired slot. The name of the new offering is Spin & Score Megaways™ , which as the name suggests comes with the fan-favourite mechanic Megaways™ enabling more ways of winning big and becoming the world…
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Pragmatic Play Debuts a Football-Themed Slot
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Playson Agrees Deal with the Belgian Brand 711

On Tuesday, October 4, 2022, leading iGaming name Playson announced that it has acquired yet another European operator as its partner. The company has now inked a content-integration agreement with the Belgium operator 711. Soon its players will be able to enjoy hits titles from the supplier such as Ruby Hit: Hold and Win and Luxor Gold: Hold and…
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Gateway Casinos Rejoices Over Launch of Delta Casino

It is a special week for Gateway Casinos & Entertainment and British Columbian gamblers, as this week Cascades Casino Delta officially commenced operations. The new gaming amenity is located on 6005, BC-17A. Its patrons will be able to enjoy a premium gaming floor of 500 slots, 18 table games and stadium-like gaming. All of which are complemented…
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Quebecer Claims the First Lotto 6/49 Gold Ball

Just over a month after the launch of the new and enhanced Lotto 6/49, the new game has already awarded a multi-million jackpot to one lucky ticket holder. Provincial lotteries have confirmed that the October 29 draw for the game sold a ticket worth CA$36 million to a player in Quebec. The lucky recipient will have up to 52 weeks to claim the Gold…
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Quebecer Claims the First Lotto 6/49 Gold Ball
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BetMGM Introduces NHL-Inspired Casino Games

Once again, BetMGM is building on its exceptional offerings. This time, the leading gaming brand has introduced NHL-themed casino games for its player bases in Ontario, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. This way the leading gambling company is hopeful to catch the attention of hockey fans and increase engagement with the leagues in the said…
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Three Women Take Schenectady Casino to Court

Three Schenectady women have decided to take a local casino property to court over alleged assault earlier this year. Takeylyn Gibson and her twin daughters, Tajhanae and Tahziana Gibson claim that they were verbally and physically abused by several security guards of Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady. The three are now seeking financial…
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Cascades Casino Delta Gives Update on Hotel Launch

British Columbia's newest gaming amenity Cascades Casino Delta is now up and running and soon the property will offer a hotel to its guests. Most recently, the casino's management informed that its Delta Hotels by Marriott - Vancouver Delta is slated to open either at the end of November 2022 or early in December. Currently, there is no exact date…
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Cascades Casino Delta Gives Update on Hotel Launch
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OLG Promotes Lotto 6/49 Changes in New Spot

Most recently, the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation has kicked off another campaign to promote lottery offerings to the younger Ontarian demographics. Titled "Find Your Possible" this new initiative tries to focus on financial freedom in a way to promote the iconic lottery game Lotto 6/49 which was just recently revamped to attract new…
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OLG Promotes Lotto 6/49 Changes in New Spot
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Rivalry Corp. Adds First Casino Title to Its Offerings

Ontario-based sports betting and media company, Rivalry Corp. has just announced that it will be launching its first casino game on its platform. The name of the debuting title is Aviator, which is a popular game in the "crash" category. It is accessible in markets where the company's Isle of Man license, and in the near future Ontario is expected…
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NY Formally Includes Downstate Casinos in Budget

Gambling enthusiasts from downstate New York would be happy to learn that last week, the local government has officially included downstate casino licenses in the new budget. Lawmakers have now given the go-ahead to fast-track the issuance of the three commercial gaming licenses, which will start a bidding process from gaming companies that wish to…
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NY Formally Includes Downstate Casinos in Budget
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AGCO Wins Honorable Regulatory Award

Most recently, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario along with several other regulatory bodies have received prestigious awards at the International Association of Gaming Regulators conference. It was acknowledged via the award for Regulatory Excellence for the creation of the first-of-its-kind regulatory framework for online gaming in…
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AGCO Wins Honorable Regulatory Award
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IWG Incorporates Its e-Instants with OLG

Just this week, the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation and Instant Win Gaming have reported that their integration has been complete. Now, the leading supplier of e-Instant games to NASPL/WLA-member lotteries has incorporated its Instant Remote Game Server to the OLG and launched its first e-Instant Games in the province of Ontario. With the…
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IWG Incorporates Its e-Instants with OLG
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Track On 2 Installs New Slot Machines

Alberta's Track On 2 is now applying its last finishing touches on its gaming expansion. The Horse Racing and Event Centre is now one step closer to having 80 slot machines and eight VLTs installed. First, the new devices will be tested and they should be ready for gamblers by October 28, 2022, said on Friday co-owner Kurt Belich. The Track On 2…
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Track On 2 Installs New Slot Machines
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Pragmatic Play Goes Live in Peru via Atlantis Games

Leading online gaming provider of content, Pragmatic Play continues to build on its operations in Latin America. Just this week, the studio announced that it has sealed a partnership agreement with the Peruvian casino operator Atlantis Games. Soon patrons of the casino brand will be able to enjoy a plethora of impressive online games from the…
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Pragmatic Play Goes Live in Peru via Atlantis Games
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Jeff Gural Says Citi Field Casino is Most Likely to Happen

In the spring, the New York State legislature officially fast-tracked the issuance of the three downstate full casino licenses. And now state real estate and gambling companies are eyeing possible locations. The owner of Tioga Downs Casino Resort, Jeff Gural, predicts that New York Mets owner Steve Cohen's plan for a Citi Field casino is most…
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Jeff Gural Says Citi Field Casino is Most Likely to Happen
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Empire City Casino Announces Annual Legislative Pace

Just recently, Empire City Casino announced an official date for this year's running of the annual Legislative Pace for local lawmakers. The highly anticipated race will be held on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at the casino's adjacent Yonkers Raceway, which will see local senators and assembly members compete for the crown of the friendly…
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Empire City Casino Announces Annual Legislative Pace
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OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino Presents “I Love the '90s Tour”

This week, Fallsview Casino Resort revealed even more exciting live shows for its new entertainment theatre. In November, OLG Stage at Fallsview will evoke nostalgia among its guests with several iconic artists from the'90s set to perform. The list includes Vanilla Ice, Rob Base, Young MC and C+C Music Factory featuring Freedom Williams. This fall,…
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OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino Presents “I Love the '90s Tour”
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Empire City Casino Aids Local Non-profits

Last week, Yonkers' Empire City Casino once again proved its social responsibility toward the local economy. The MGM Resorts' casino donated over US$102000 to eight local non-profit organizations via its employee and guest-funded Community Grants Program. And some of the recipients include Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of NY, Greyston…
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Empire City Casino Aids Local Non-profits
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Loto-Québec Gives Back to Communities with Loto-o-Suivant

Once again, Loto-Québec is going to help the local communities, as this fall, the Crown corporation brings back its charitable lottery game, Loto-o-Suivant. The scratch game will make its second appearance, and 50 residents are set to take home a CA$10000 grand prize. Winners will be also able to choose a charity to which the Crown will donate…
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Loto-Québec Gives Back to Communities with Loto-o-Suivant
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Loto-Québec Issues Q1 Fiscal Results for 2022-2023

Just recently, Loto-Québec posted online its first quarter financial results for the first quarter of the 2022-2023 fiscal year. This applies to the period between April 1, 2022, through June 27, 2022, during which the Crown agency reported total revenue of CA$744.3 million. It is a significant improvement over last year's same quarter of over…
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Loto-Québec Issues Q1 Fiscal Results for 2022-2023
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Niagara Falls Casino Opens Full Plate Eatery

Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino in Niagara Falls, New York, has expanded its dining amenities as it has now launched its new Full Plate Eatery. Seneca Gaming Corporation, which operates the casino, informed that the new eatery is located next to the gaming floor, and it occupies the space which was previously home to the Thunder Falls Buffet. The…
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Niagara Falls Casino Opens Full Plate Eatery
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Relax Gaming Derails the Competition with Money Train 3

This week, Relax Gaming premiered the heavily-anticipated sequel to its Money Train series named Money Train 3. The game is believed to be the iGaming provider's largest slot release for 2022. It impresses with high volatility, and a maximum payout of 100000x of a stake while also providing a one-of-a-kind experience to its participants. The…
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Spin Genie Debuts iGaming Content to Ontario

Spin Genie is now bringing its magical portfolio of riveting slots, casino, and live nostalgic game show titles to Ontario audiences. This week, the subsidiary of SkillOnNet reported that it has gone live in the market, and it is open to playing for players at least 19 years of age. Players can tune into the studios' best titles Sweet Bonanza, Eye…
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Spin Genie Debuts iGaming Content to Ontario
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Fort Erie Mayor Slams OLG over Slot Operations

Mayor of For Erie, Wayne Redekop shared his frustration with the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation and how it has been conducting business over years. The mayor has a number of issues with the Crown agency, with one of them being that it has run Vegas-style slots contrary to the rules they are supposed to be operating under. One of his…
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Fort Erie Mayor Slams OLG over Slot Operations
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Treasure Cove Casino Contributes CA$44M to Local Economy

Now, that casinos are up and running in British Columbia with no health restrictions, they are able to properly contribute revenue to the local coffers. That is the case of Treasure Cove Casino, which according to the British Columbia Lottery Corporation, has contributed almost CA$44 million in financial 2021-2022 for its host community - Prince…
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Treasure Cove Casino Contributes CA$44M to Local Economy
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BCLC Warns Locals Not to Bet on Illegal Gambling Sites

The time has come for another exciting NFL football season, and the British Columbia Lottery Corporation has used the occasion to remind its bettors of something very important. Once more, the Crown agency reminded local sports fans that its PlayNow.com platform is the only regulated website in the province, and by playing on it, users contributed…
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BCLC Warns Locals Not to Bet on Illegal Gambling Sites
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OLG Introduces the New and Improved Lotto 6/49

This week Canada is bracing for the long-awaited launch of the new and improved version of the fan-favourite Lotto 6/49. The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation is also preparing for the big occasion and it has announced that it will be launching the new version on September 14, 2022, which will come with even bigger prizes but it will still…
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OLG Introduces the New and Improved Lotto 6/49
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Loto-Québec Delays Launch of the New Lotto 6/49

Canadian lottery fans are eagerly awaiting the launch of the new and improved version of its Lotto 6/49. However, Loto-Québec has some bad news for its players, as the Crown announced that it will suspend draws for the game after the September 10 draw, due to a general strike from its professional employees, and thus not being able to launch the…
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Loto-Québec Delays Launch of the New Lotto 6/49
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Pragmatic Play Strikes an Agreement with 500 Casino

The leading provider of iGaming content, Pragmatic Play, is off to a great start of the month, as the supplier announced a brand-new partner. The company reveals that it has inked an agreement with the operator 500 Casino, which will allow it to integrate its world-class two Slots and Live Casino verticals into the offerings of the gaming…
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Loto-Québec and Scientific Games Sign a Five-Year Contract

Loto-Québec and Scientific Games have once again committed to a long-term partnership and thus build on their 50 years of history together. The Crown corporation has now selected the gaming provider as its main supplier of instant games. This week, the two companies signed a brand-new contract which will see them collaborate for the next five…
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Loto-Québec and Scientific Games Sign a Five-Year Contract
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Niagara Falls collects CA$6.2M Allocation as Casino Host

The first quarter of the fiscal 2022-2023 year is done and dusted and the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation has started to roll out its payments to casino host communities across the province. Most recently, the City of Niagara Falls received its fair share for hosting both Fallsview Casino Resort and Casino Niagara on its terrain for the…
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Niagara Falls collects CA$6.2M Allocation as Casino Host
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Delta Selects Tsawwassen Artist for New Casino Mural

At the end of last week, Delta announced that it will be tasking Tsawwassen artist Gary Nay with the responsibility of painting a mural for the new Cascades Casino Delta. The mural is 150-square-metre big, and it is set to be unveiled the Gateway Casinos & Entertainment's gaming amenity will make grand opens in the fall of this year. After previous…
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Delta Selects Tsawwassen Artist for New Casino Mural
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Chances Casino Kelowna Suspends Bingo Activities

Despite casino properties in British Columbia returning to normal, the effects of the unprecedented situation still echo through the industry. This week, Chances Casino Kelowna informed the public that it will permanently suspend bingo activities at its premises. Management indicated that the offering is no longer a viable option for the…
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Chances Casino Kelowna Suspends Bingo Activities
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Gateway Casinos Hosts Five Job Fairs in B.C. This August

The construction of Gateway Casinos & Entertainment's brand-new gaming property in British Columbia is going well according to plan. Last week, the gaming leader informed that it will be hosting a total of five in-person job fairs to recruit staff for its new project branded Cascades Casino Delta. Now, the company is looking to add 500 more…
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Gateway Casinos Hosts Five Job Fairs in B.C. This August
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CA$55M Lotto Max Jackpot Goes to Toronto, Confirms OLG

Someone from Ontario has won a major Lotto Max jackpot, said the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation. The lucky winner resides somewhere in Toronto and they will soon have the chance of spending the amazing CA$55 million windfall. However, the ticket holder must first contact the Crown agency and cash out their enormous prize money. Lotto Max is…
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CA$55M Lotto Max Jackpot Goes to Toronto, Confirms OLG
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Loto-Québec Issues Casino Montréal Statement

On August 4, 2022, Loto-Québec issued a statement to provide some update on the situation at its Casino Montréal and its protesting gambling workers. The Crown corporation shared that it is unaware of the conflict, as its croupiers already benefit from the best conditions in the gambling sector while also offering them substantial improvements on…
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Loto-Québec Issues Casino Montréal Statement
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BCLC Reminds of Expiring CA$15M Ticket

The clock is ticking as the British Columbia Lottery Corporation reminds its players of an expiring Lotto Max ticket worth millions of Canadian dollars. The ticket in question was purchased last August somewhere in Vancouver and it is worth the amazing CA$15 million. However, almost a year later, the winner has still not emerged to claim it. Lotto…
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BCLC Reminds of Expiring CA$15M Ticket
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Loto-Québec Advertises Its Amenities in New Spot

Early this month, Loto-Québec launched a brand-new campaign, aimed to promote how its gaming entertainment offerings are more than just casino experiences. The campaign is titled "We're All Play", and it features a one-minute-long spot which showcases the premium amenities of the Crown corporation's land-based casino properties across the province…
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Loto-Québec Advertises Its Amenities in New Spot
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Staff of Two South Durham Casinos Forms Picket Lines

Unifor and Great Canadian Gaming Corporation had time until Friday, July 22, 2022, to strike a new collective agreement for Casino Ajax and Pickering Casino Resort. However, the two parties did not find a middle ground in their negotiations for unionized employees of the two South Durham gaming properties before the deadline. Therefore, a strike…
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Staff of Two South Durham Casinos Forms Picket Lines
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Gateway Casinos to Host Online Job Fairs for Delta Site

Soon British Columbia is set to welcome its newest gaming property - Cascades Casino Delta. And if you are looking for a job, its operator, Gateway Casinos & Entertainment, has announced that it will be hosting several online career fairs on Indeed. According to the company, it will need to fill up to 600 positions for its Delta gaming venue. The…
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Gateway Casinos to Host Online Job Fairs for Delta Site
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Kamloops Local Earns Almost a CA$1M on Online Slot Play

This week, the British Columbia Lottery Corporation has revealed one more major winner from its PlayNow.com platform. The name of the winner is Angie Lovell, who has won the amazing CA$992k by playing the mobile-only Odds of the Gods slot game. The winner almost lost hope of winning when in her last rounds she won the amazing progressive…
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Kamloops Local Earns Almost a CA$1M on Online Slot Play
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Durham Casino Employees Prepare for a Strike

Employees of three Durham casinos are not quite satisfied with their employer, Great Canadian Gaming Corporation. Recently, unionized staff members of three of the company's properties, have expressed their discontent over the lack of a new collective agreement. They plan to go on strike, if an agreement is not found before Friday, July 22,…
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Durham Casino Employees Prepare for a Strike
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Relax Gaming Surprises Fans with a Sequel to Volatile Vikings

On Wednesday, July 20, 2022, the leading provider of iGaming content, Relax Gaming, presented its latest slot offering called Volatile Vikings 2 Dream Drop. This six-reel slot variation invites players to a Viking adventure where Scatter symbols could trigger up to 10000x of one's initial bet. The release is a sequel to its hit title Volatile…
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Relax Gaming Surprises Fans with a Sequel to Volatile Vikings
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Grand Villa Casino Edmonton Welcomes Back Patrons

Alberta's gambling enthusiasts will be glad to learn that Gateway Casinos & Entertainment will be reopening its Grand Villa Casino Edmonton this week. The exceptional gaming amenity at Rogers Place in Ice District will renew operation on Monday, July 18, 2022, at exactly 12:00 p.m. And now Patrons will have plenty of premium variety to choose from…
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Grand Villa Casino Edmonton Welcomes Back Patrons
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Elements Casino Chilliwack Renews Payments to Charities

It has been a while, but Elements Casino Chilliwack is now able to contribute again to the local charity organizations. For the first time in several years, the gaming amenity made its annual payment to a group of local charities that form the Knight Road Legacy Association. The cheque was presented to KRLA officials and it was worth…
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Elements Casino Chilliwack Renews Payments to Charities
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Bragg Gaming Group’s Spin Games Launches in Connecticut

Ontario-based leader of distributing iGaming content and technology, Bragg Gaming Group, has made its official entry into another regulated U.S. market. This was achieved through its subsidiary studio Spin Games which utilizes the company's Remote Game Server and will now launch a select collection of content to both DraftKings and…
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Bragg Gaming Group’s Spin Games Launches in Connecticut
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iSoftBet Launches the Mystic Rise of the Genie

This week, on Wednesday, July 6, 2022, the leading aggregator and supplier of online gaming titles, iSoftBet, presented its latest slot offering to its many players. The newest offering is titled Rise of the Genie™ , and it invites all slot enthusiasts on a mystical adventure in an effort to steal a genie's lamp and chase some tremendous winning…
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iSoftBet Launches the Mystic Rise of the Genie
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Relax Gaming Produces the Impressive Banana Town

Leading supplier and aggregator of iGaming content, Relax Gaming, has surprised its many fans with another exceptional slot offering. Today, on July 5, 2022, the provider presented its latest slot game titled Banana Town, which invites players to join the world of organized crime and join a gang of monkey mobsters in their next set of…
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Relax Gaming Produces the Impressive Banana Town
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Seneca Resorts & Casinos Celebrates July 4th in Style

Once again Seneca Resorts & Casinos is prepared to celebrate Independence Day in grand fashion. Most recently, the company informed the public that it will be hosting two spectacular fireworks shows to once again mark the special occasion at its Niagara Falls properties - Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino and Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino. Fireworks…
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Seneca Resorts & Casinos Celebrates July 4th in Style
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Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Looks to Recruit Dealers

Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady is once again offering tremendous career opportunities for New York State residents. The upstate casino has recently informed that it is offering locals a chance to join its dealer academy and seek careers in the gambling sector. Currently, the commercial venue is looking to add over 20 new dealers to its…
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Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Looks to Recruit Dealers