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Wildeboer Dellelce LLP
Effective February 28, 2024, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario ("AGCO") has amended the Registrar's Standards for Internet Gaming (the "Registrar's Standards")...
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
On February 28, 2024, amendments to the Registrar Standards for Internet Gaming (Amended Standards) took effect. The Amended Standards prohibit the use of athletes and restrict...
Gowling WLG
Beginning February 28, 2024, gaming operators in Ontario will have to rethink their marketing and advertising strategies.
Goodmans LLP
As reported by Gizmodo, Sony has reportedly filed a patent application for a PlayStation 5 ("PS5") controller that can house and charge wireless earbuds.
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
The ICLG - Gambling Laws and Regulations - Canada Chapter covers common issues in gambling laws and regulations – including relevant authorities and legislation, application for a licence...
MLT Aikins LLP
On November 14, 2023, Winnipeg-based Activate Games Inc. (Activate Games) announced that the company signed an exclusive partnership deal with Dubai-based Majid Al Futtaim Entertainment.
Miller Thomson LLP
The popularity of electronic sports ("esports") has been mounting for years, leading to a now captive worldwide audience of 532 million, which is projected to be over 640 million by 2025.
McCarthy Tétrault LLP
In a significant regulatory shift, the Régie des alcools, des courses et des jeux (the regulatory agency in Quebec responsible for issuing permits and licenses in the domain of alcohol, gaming, and contests)...
Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA)
Quebec has abolished its current contest laws, effective as of October 27, 2023. Contest sponsors can now accept entries from Quebec without having to register the contest with the...
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
Sponsors of publicity contests no longer have to register their contests in Quebec and contend with the other requirements of Quebec's contest legislation. As of October 27, 2023...
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
On Aug. 29, 2023, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) released amendments which will restrict the use of athletes (both active and retired) and social media influencers in advertisements, marketing materials and communications for internet gaming (iGaming) in Ontario.
Cassels
On August 29, 2023, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) announced that it will amend the "Marketing and Advertising" section of its Standards for Internet Gaming to restrict...
Dentons
On August 29, 2023, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (the AGCO) published updates to the Registrar's Standards for Internet Gaming (the AGCO Standards)...
Gowling WLG
Ontario's iGaming market is not just a new market to be discovered, it's a fertile ground for growth and opportunity.
Gowling WLG
The popularity of iGaming has soared in recent years, with online casinos and sports betting sites providing easy access to exciting wagering opportunities. However, it's important to acknowledge...
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
Gambling is receiving increased attention in Canada due to a number of factors, including concerns born during the COVID-19 pandemic and a new legislative framework...
Dentons
In the recent case Tsuu T'ina Gaming Limited Partnership v Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission, 2023 ABCA 135 (Tsuu T'ina GLP), the Alberta Court of Appeal affirmed the chambers...
MNP LLP
We've summarized the key steps to obtaining an iGaming license in Ontario to help ensure you meet the AGCO's strict requirements for your gaming business.
Gowling WLG
Some of the excitement has subsided in the last year, but the metaverse is not going away any time soon.
MLT Aikins LLP
GameSquare, an international digital media and entertainment company, will acquire approximately 55% of FaZe Clan's shares. Set to close during Q4-2023, the FaZe Clan acquisition follows...
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