The President and CEO of the Canadian Gaming Association expressed optimism about the initial phase of Ontario's iGaming sector, calling it a positive beginning.

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iGaming Ontario has published its inaugural market assessment, which reviews the first complete quarter of operations.Ontario online casinos The launch of sports betting on April 4 has led to various industry responses as revealed by the report.

As highlighted in the report, the overall cash bets, excluding promotional wagers and bonuses, reached $4.076 billion, with gaming revenue totaling $162 million. iGaming Ontario specifies that this figure includes all cash wagers, such as rake and tournament fees, deducted from player earnings, without considering operational expenses or other liabilities.

Paul Burns, the president and CEO of the Canadian Gaming Association, remarked that the first-quarter outcomes from Ontario's regulated iGaming sector indicate a bright future. From an initial 17 websites at launch, the market has now expanded to 39 active sites, with many more operators expected to join soon. This transition illustrates the movement from a grey market to a fully regulated environment.

Burns added, 'Prominent brands in both casino gaming and sports betting have opted to engage with Ontario’s regulated market, and we anticipate seeing the impact of this popularity in the upcoming quarters.'

As of June 30, there were 18 live operators and 31 iGaming platforms, which increased to 39 iGaming websites and 22 live operators by September 6. The total number of active player accounts for online casinos reached 492,000, although individual players may have accounts across multiple operators as of the end of June.Ontario sports betting You can easily adjust your betting options with a unified wallet for all products and simple deposit methods.

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For terms and conditions, visit BetMGM.com. You must be 19+ and located in Ontario . New customer promotions may have specific qualification criteria and eligibility criteria. Rewards come in the form of non-withdrawable bonus bets, which expire 7 days after being issued. Gambling responsibly is crucial. If you or someone you know has concerns about gambling, reach out to ConnexOntario at 1-866-531-2600 for free support. ", '"Consumer Protection Comes First in the Market"', "Scott Vanderwel, CEO of PointsBet Canada, stated: 'The market report... speaks volumes. With 492,000 active player accounts, cash wagers totaling $4.076 billion, and gaming revenue at $162 million, it's evident that there is a strong demand for a regulated market. Since our initial bet on April 4, PointsBet Canada has provided an unparalleled gaming experience for our customers.'
'Being a regulated operator, we are committed to delivering a safe and thrilling sports wagering environment. As iGaming continues to evolve positively within the country, we look forward to enhancing our authentic Canadian approach and strengthening our relations with the athletes, teams, and brands that resonate with Canadians.'

The vice president of legal, compliance, and human resources mentioned that 'the data released by iGaming Ontario really illustrates how beneficial a legal, regulated, and competitive iGaming market has been for Ontario.'

'It's increasingly evident that the regulated environment prioritizes strong consumer protections and measures against money laundering. Today's findings confirm that Ontario’s iGaming framework encourages competition, fosters investment, creates jobs, and safeguards consumers—a model that should be considered by other regions in Canada.'

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PokerStars Is Launching Two Online Series!

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PokerStars Canada is introducing two new online poker series in Ontario, designed for players in the province over the forthcoming months. The PokerStars Bounty Builder Series, occurring from September 4 to 19, features a guaranteed prize pool of $1 million spread over more than 100 tournaments, with buy-ins ranging from $10 to $500. The Main Event, with a $200 buy-in, is scheduled for September 18 and comes with a $100,000 guarantee.
Additionally, the upcoming PokerStars Ontario Championship of Online Poker runs from October 1 to 17, marking the first significant online championship for local players, with more information to be shared shortly.

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PointsBet Canada Enhances Its Curling Partnerships.

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PointsBet Canada is again collaborating with Team Einarson, which is captained by Kerri Einarson, alongside Lead Briane Harris, Second Shannon Birchard, and Third Val Sweeting. This team is the reigning champion, having dominated the last three Scotties Tournament of Hearts.
PointsBet has established a partnership with Curling Canada, and they are set to host the PointsBet Invitational from September 21 to 25 in Fredericton, New Brunswick. This event will feature many of Canada's top men's and women's teams competing.

'We are excited to renew our partnership with Team Einarson this year,' stated Nic Sulsky, chief commercial officer at PointsBet Canada. “Since our inception, the PointsBet Canada team has championed the sports and teams that are integral to our national identity. Few embody Canadian spirit like Kerri, Briane, Shannon, and Val.'

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Mark Keast serves as an iGaming reporter for deereplanet.com and has recently provided coverage on the Canadian iGaming landscape for The Parleh. He has extensive experience as a sports journalist and editor, particularly with the Toronto Sun.

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