AGCO updates cannabis licensing fine schedule with two offences
Cannabis retailers need to account for the new offences and the maximum fines that may apply to transfers between authorisation holders.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
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AGCO updates Ontario alcohol penalty schedule for large-cycle and wine rules
Alcohol permit holders in the affected categories are subject to updated maximum penalties for regulatory breaches.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
AGCO updates monetary penalty schedule for large quadricycle and winery licensees
The changes enable large quadricycle liquor sales licences and winery product transfers, with new maximum penalties set.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
AGCO updates Ontario cannabis penalty schedule for two new infractions
Cannabis retailers and authorization holders face new scheduled penalties for the specified transfers between holders.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Scientific Games secures exclusive Fast & Furious lottery game licence
The agreement gives Scientific Games exclusive rights to develop lottery products based on the film franchise.
Loto-Québec plans Saguenay gaming hall opening by mid-2027
The planned venue would expand Loto-Québec’s land-based gaming operations in Saguenay.
Appointment
Betty appoints Yotam Yogev as group chief product officer
The appointment gives Betty a product lead for its planned ventures beyond its Canadian business.
British Columbia creates independent gambling regulator under new law
The new regulator will oversee gambling across British Columbia, including BCLC operations and horse racing.
AGCO registers independent testing laboratories for Ontario internet gaming
Registered laboratories can test and certify components used by operators serving Ontario players.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
British Columbia passes Gaming Control Act, with regulator due in April 2026
The new office will oversee gambling and can issue orders to BCLC without ministry consent.
AGCO explains mystery-shop checks and possible enforcement for regulated sectors
Casino and other regulated operators face mystery-shop checks and a range of possible compliance actions.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Appointment
AGCO appoints O’Neill and Stamegna to its board
The appointments add two directors to the board overseeing Ontario’s alcohol and gaming sectors.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Canadian senators press for gambling advertising ban as Bill S-211 proposes standards
The competing proposals could shape whether gambling advertising is governed by federal standards or a national ban.
AGCO introduces youth compliance monitors for age-restricted sales
Licensed sellers of alcohol and cannabis face compliance checks and possible sanctions if they sell to minors.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
BC Prosecution Service approves charges over alleged Saanich gambling house
The charges show the legal consequences of operating an alleged illegal gambling house in British Columbia.
Results
NorthStar reports 4% Q3 revenue growth to CAD6.9m
The results and planned Alberta entry provide operators and investors with figures on NorthStar’s performance and expansion plans.
British Columbia police charge man over alleged illegal gaming house
The charges and seizures concern alleged illegal gambling activity in British Columbia.
Alberta minister’s office expects iGaming regulations to be finalised soon
Regulatory details and the planned market structure will inform operators preparing to enter Alberta's online gambling market.
BC Prosecution Service approves charges against man in illegal gambling case
The charges and investigation concern alleged illegal gambling activity in British Columbia.
Licence
AGCO details Ontario racetrack operating licence renewals
Racetrack operators need to submit current organisational information and disclosures to maintain their licences.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Licence
AGCO sets requirements for Ontario racetrack licence applications
Applicants must prepare operational plans and secure approval for minor officials before racing begins.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Licence
AGCO outlines application process for horse-racing teletheatre registrations
Teletheatre applicants need support from a licensed racetrack operator and must meet the AGCO’s registration requirements.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
AGCO requires cannabis licence applicants to disclose business interests and agreements
Applicants and licence holders must disclose relevant third-party interests and report material changes to the AGCO.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
AGCO requires approved training before cannabis retail staff begin work
Cannabis retailers must ensure staff complete approved training before starting work.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
AGCO sets application requirements for cannabis shops on First Nations reserves
Applicants and operators need band council approval for the proposed store site to qualify for an authorisation.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)