AGCO removes approval requirement for responsible-gambling training in Ontario

Regulation11 Jul 2025

Ontario’s Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) removed the registrar-approval requirement for casino and lottery employee responsible-gambling training from 11 July 2025. Training must remain mandatory, be updated regularly and reflect best practices; the PlaySmart programme remains valid.

Casino and lottery operators can design training without registrar approval but must continue meeting the stated training requirements.

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