LeoVegas and 888 These two, among a limited number of others, are slated to make their debut in Ontario's iGaming sector as early as April.
According to a statement by Gustaf Hagman, the CEO of LeoVegas, LeoVegas Group , stated;
Over the past few years, LeoVegas has firmly established itself as the third most popular casino brand in Canada. Royal Panda has also been on a significant upward trajectory, showcasing that our mobile gaming offerings resonate well with players across North America.
We are now fully concentrated on wrapping up the process and eagerly anticipate our launch in a regulated arena. Our past successes in compliant markets make us optimistic about achieving further progress in Ontario.
On March 14th, the The Alcohol & Gaming Commission of Ontario has updated its list of operators who have been granted licenses, with plans to initiate online casino operations in the province as of April 4th.
| Operator | Brand | Date License was Issued |
|---|---|---|
| Annexio Limited | LottoGo | March 1 |
| Coolbear Ontario | Coolbet | March 11 |
| FanDuel Canada | FanDuel | March 11 |
| Fitzdares Canada Limited | Fitzdares | March 10 |
| LeoVegas Gaming PLC | LeoVegas | March 10 |
| NSUS Limited | WSOP | March 2 |
| PointsBet Canada | PointsBet | February 3 |
| Rivalry Ontario | Rivalry | March 8 |
| Royal Panda Limited | Royal Panda | March 10 |
| Rush Street Interactive | BetRivers | March 9 |
| Score Digital | theScore Bet | February 4 |
| Unibet Ontario | Unibet | March 10 |
| VHL Ontario Limited | 888 | March 1 |
This roster boasts several industry heavyweights already making waves. the best online casinos in the United States, including Unibet , BetRivers , WSOP and FanDuel .
Some major U.S. players like BetMGM and Golden Nugget have yet to secure their licenses but are projected to launch in Ontario in due time.
The iGaming scene in Ontario is gearing up for its kickoff on April 4th. This launch date has, however, faced setbacks previously due to challenges from other committees opposing Ontario's decision to regulate online gaming.
With the introduction of new regulations, applicants for a license in Ontario will be required to cease all offshore activities in the province.
Leading provider Play’n Go has also received the nod to enter Ontario's iGaming market.
Software providers They too have navigated the application process, with Play’n Go among the newly licensed providers.
Sissel Weitzhandler, Chief Risk and Compliance Officer at Play’n GO, expressed thanks to AGCO in a press announcement.
We remain committed to engaging with all regulated landscapes and express gratitude to AGCO for granting us our license.
Opening Ontario’s regulated market signifies a thrilling milestone in Play’n GO’s North American venture. We are enthusiastic about backing our partners in Ontario starting April 4th.
