Pioneering Sportsbook Operators Granted Authorization for Sports Betting in Ontario

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Note from the Editor: This article has been revised to reflect Rivalry Corp.'s announcement.

On February 3, PointsBet Canada shared that it was among the initial batch of sportsbooks to receive its license from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission for operations.Ontario online sports betting .

Scott Vanderwel, the CEO of PointsBet Canada, expressed in a press release, \"From the very beginning, we've been committed to our goal of establishing a Canadian sportsbook run by Canadians, specifically for the Canadian audience. The recent licensing of PointsBet Canada as a recognized sportsbook in Ontario, effective from April 4, 2022, marks a significant milestone in offering an authentic Canadian gaming experience to the residents of the province.\"PointsBet Ontario Shortly after, news broke that

"We are excited to be one of the inaugural operators to acquire an internet gaming operator registration certificate from the AGCO as we gear up for Ontario's regulated gaming landscape,\" commented John Levy, CEO of theScore, in a press release. \"We have been at the forefront of Ontario's transition to regulated internet gaming, and we are thrilled to introduce theScore Bet to our home territory on April 4. The countdown to our launch has officially started!\"theScore bet Ontario also received AGCO approval.

On February 4, Rivalry Corp., a company specialized in sports betting and media based in Toronto, announced its approval by the AGCO for both iGaming and sports betting services.

"We are extremely proud to be one of the first firms registered as an internet gaming operator in Ontario,\" stated Steven Salz, co-founder and CEO of Rivalry, during a press release. \"As a company established in Toronto, it is especially rewarding to legally and responsibly provide our innovative products right in our home city. I believe we will create a unique experience that will redefine consumer perceptions of sports betting.\"

The recent announcements represent the beginning of what is expected to be a consistent flow of updates regarding sportsbook licensing leading up to the launch on April 4.

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Chantal Cipriano, the Vice President for legal matters, compliance, and personnel at PointsBet Canada, mentioned that Ontario will build upon the successful foundation that the company has established in Australia and the United States.

"This reflects the confidence that regulatory bodies have in our capability to deliver a safe, innovative, and responsible experience for Ontario consumers. We eagerly anticipate utilizing our expertise to contribute to the development of a reliable and competitive regulated iGaming landscape in Ontario, which will serve as a crucial foundation for our country,\" she remarked.

PointsBet Canada announced a new collaboration on Wednesday, which is the latest agreement for the gaming company in Canada.

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