Ontario Licensed Casinos 2022 Updated
All of the casinos on this page are licensed in Ontario and can only be played at if you live in Ontario.
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Ontario Gambling Jurisdiction
Big changes have occurred in Ontario with the government officially launching a new regulated online gaming market - and this allows players in Ontario to play at online casinos and bet at sports betting websites legally.
On this page, we’re going to be taking a look at what this new change entails - and how it’s set to affect both players and operators.
What is iGaming Ontario?
iGaming Ontario (iGO) is a subsidiary of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission (AGCO) and they’re responsible for regulating all forms of the online casino and online gambling market in Ontario.
They’re basically the regulator - like we see from the UK’s Gambling Commission and the Maltese Gaming Authority - and they’re responsible for issuing online gambling licenses, regulating those to whom they’ve issued a license, and ensuring that any issues and complaints are handled.
They’re also responsible for working directly with the federal government to discuss and, where relevant, modify online gambling laws and regulations. They state that they’ll be taking a ‘very active’ position in the continued regulation of online gaming in Ontario.
What is a Regulated iGaming Market?
While every country and jurisdiction has a slightly different definition when it comes to regulation, generally speaking, a regulated iGaming market means that there’s a centralized (usually a government-appointed body) that’s responsible for regulating all forms of online gaming in that country, state or region.
This online gambling regulator is responsible for issuing online gambling licenses, working with the government to discuss/modify online gambling legislation and ensuring that players are able to gamble safely - without the online gambling operators taking advantage of the players.
Some online gambling operators are seen as more reputable than others; for example, the UK’s Gambling Commission (while often accused of taking their responsibilities TOO far) is widely regarded as the world’s most reputable online gambling regulator. They don’t hesitate to take action against firms that are failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of their online gaming license, and they’re incredibly player-focused.
Then, you’ve got online gambling regulators like Curacao. They award online gambling licenses like pieces of candy and - for the most part - take little to no action against operators who’re operating in a rogue manner - sometimes even illegally.
For example, numerous websites licensed in Curacao have been found to be running fake or pirated versions of games - and the regulator hasn’t (visibly) taken action against any of these rogue operators.
iGaming Ontario will be the online gambling regulator in Ontario - so it’s their responsibility to carry out all tasks surrounding regulation when it comes to online casino websites and sports betting platforms in the province.
Who are the Alcohol and Gaming Commission
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission (AGCO) is an Ontario provincial regulatory agency that reports directly to the Ministry of the Attorney General (MAG). The AGCO is responsible for regulating the alcohol, gaming horse racing, cannabis retail - and now, online gambling - sectors in Ontario.
The AGCO was first established in 1998 under the “Alcohol, Cannabis and Gaming Regulations and Public Protection Act”, replacing the previous regulator, the Liquor License Board of Ontario and the Gaming Control Commission.
What Websites are Currently Regulated?
iGaming Ontario maintains a current and up-to-date list of all of the online casino websites and sports betting sites that are currently regulated. This can be found here.
At the time of writing, some big-name brands have already received approval to operate in Ontario; this includes 888, FanDuel, Bet365, Rush Street Interactive, Rivalry, theScore and PointsBet.
When it comes to game developers and software providers, suppliers including High 5 Games, Play’n Go and Inspired Entertainment have already been approved to work with licensed operators.
As the new Ontario online gambling laws have only recently been brought in, this list is going to change significantly in the near future. Because of this, you may find that iGaming Ontario sets up a new webpage - so it’s worth keeping an eye on things as you’ll be able to find more up-to-date lists of the available websites where you can play casino games at their website.
Why You Should Avoid Unregulated Operators
According to iGaming Ontario, players should avoid unlicensed online gambling regulators for a number of reasons. First and foremost; there’s no guarantee that deposits are securely stored. Online gambling operators that aren’t regulated in Ontario don’t have to stick to strict rules surrounding the protection of player funds.
The commission also warns that players have no guarantee of being paid out; or, in instances where an unlicensed site does payout, they may ‘delay’ payouts. Thirdly, iGaming Ontario states that personal information could be exposed to third parties - or even the public - without your consent. This is likely down to the fact that iGaming Ontario has strict rules surrounding data protection.
It’s quite clear, from glancing at the iGaming Ontario website that they’re very against players playing at non-iGaming Ontario regulated casinos; whether this will be enough to keep players from gambling at online casinos licensed in other jurisdictions remains to be seen.
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