Welcome to the FoxBonus weekly Canada gambling briefing. Here are the stories shaping the Canadian market over recent weeks, online and offline.
PointsBet Canada agrees to a 48-hour Ontario suspension
PointsBet Canada has agreed to a 48-hour suspension of its Ontario platform in a settlement with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), tied to alleged failures to report suspicious NBA betting activity. The agreement resolves proceedings the regulator opened earlier in 2026. If you play in the province, our Ontario-licensed casinos guide tracks who is authorised. Source: CDC Gaming.
iGaming Ontario data controversy
A Toronto Star investigation reported that iGaming Ontario shelved a study intended to track problem-gambling rates, prompting calls from industry bodies for more trustworthy data. It is a reminder to lean on independent information and to play within your limits – see our safe gambling page. Source: Gaming News Canada.
Supreme Court of Canada hears the Ontario iGaming appeal
On 7 October 2026, the Supreme Court of Canada heard the lottery corporations’ appeal over the legality of Ontario’s open online model. A ruling will shape how the market operates nationwide; no decision had been published at the time of writing.
Alberta’s regulated market keeps growing
Alberta became the second province with a fully regulated online gambling market in mid-2026, and it now lists dozens of authorised sites spanning casino, sports betting, poker and bingo – widening the choice of legal online casinos for Canadian players. Source: iGaming Times.
Play responsibly
However the market changes, gambling should stay fun and within your budget. For guidance and support, visit our safe gambling page. 19+ in most provinces (18+ in AB, MB, QC); terms and conditions apply to all offers.
