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AGCO identifies legislative change and illegal cannabis as regulatory risks

Regulation

Source: AGCO (Ontario)

Ontario’s Alcohol and Gaming Commission says legislative changes and shifting government priorities could affect its ability to regulate, and it will continue monitoring and mitigating those risks. The regulator is exploring cooperation with provincial partners to tackle the illegal cannabis market and says it will continue supporting licensed retailers.

The AGCO’s risk priorities include regulatory changes that may affect gambling oversight in Ontario.

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