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CFL Commissioner Ambrosie Sends Message As Shawn Lemon Suspension is Upheld

The CFL initially suspended Montreal Alouettes defensive lineman Shawn Lemon in April, but the former three-time Grey Cup champion, who had retired before the discipline was announced, came out of retirement and appealed the decision. Because of the appeal, Lemon could practice and play in games. An independent arbitrator upheld Shawn Lemon’s indefinite suspension for …

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Thunderkick Set Sights To Expand in North America with NEO.bet Partnership

Thunderkick, the Stockholm-based independent slots studio, has agreed to a new deal with NEO.bet, making its games available to a greater number of players in Ontario, Canada’s only regulated iGaming market. The collaboration with the casino follows Thunderkick’s launch in the province earlier this year. Thunderkick agreed to a new deal with NEO.bet months after …

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In Canada, the only legally competitive iGaming and sports betting market is in Ontario. However, Alberta is next in line to get a competitive market and several sportsbook operators are excited about the upcoming launch. Alberta officials have not given a set date for when the iGaming and sports betting market will officially open. However, …

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Edmonton City Council Set to Challenge Camrose Casino Relocation Proposal

The Edmonton city council is preparing to formally challenge the proposed move of Camrose Casino to south Edmonton, expressing concerns about the impact on local communities and charities. Edmonton city council has drafted a letter to the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis The council has drafted a letter to Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC) …

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BetMGM Launches Wheel Of Fortune Online Slot In Ontario

BetMGM has launched the Wheel of Fortune Online Casino brand in its second North American market of Ontario. Through a collaboration with IGT and Sony Pictures Television, the online casino brand was first introduced by BetMGM in New Jersey in March 2023. Wheel of Fortune Online Casino from BetMGM will feature over 1,600 games in …

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Ontario Seeks Court Ruling That Could Expand Online Poker & DFS Player Pool

Premier Doug Ford’s government is seeking a precedent-setting court ruling on whether regulated online gaming sites in Ontario can legally allow gamblers in the province to play with bettors outside Canada. Ontario case regarding online poker, DFS player pool will be heard in Toronto courtroom this fall The case is scheduled to be heard in …

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Olympics: Swimming

BestSportsBettingCanada has collected and analyzed the Instagram data on Canadian swimmer Summer McIntosh during the 2024 Paris Olympics. Key Highlights: Summer McIntosh has gained over 188,000 (+172%) Instagram followers since July 1. Summer McIntosh increased her Instagram following by over 123% in 11 days (July 29-August 9). Summer McIntosh is the first Canadian to win …

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In British Columbia, their lottery corporation (BCLC) had a new release on Thursday. They’re asking users of PlayNow online gambling platforms to change their passwords immediately. According to reports, there was a high volume of credential-stuffing attacks detected. This is where cybercriminals acquire log-in credentials that have been stolen during data breaches. A user’s information …

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iGaming Ontario Develops a Centralized Self Exclusion System with IC360 and IXUP

iGaming Ontario has selected a joint bid by Integrity Compliance 360 (IC360) and IXUP to develop a centralized self-exclusion system for Ontario. The system will be “designed to support players’ decisions to self-exclude while also protecting their privacy.” iGaming Ontario, IC360, and IXUP will collaborate with iGaming operators, Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation According to …

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