Canada gambling revenue reaches CA$15bn as participation falls
Regulation · SectorWire deskSource published
Summary
Canada's gambling industry was worth CA$15bn as of January 2026, the highest since 1969, according to the Canadian Gaming Association. Participation fell from about 76% in 2002 to 64.5% in 2018, with growth driven by existing players' spending.
Why it matters
Revenue reached CA$15bn while participation fell, concentrating operator exposure on spend per customer.
Cite as: SectorWire, “Canada gambling revenue reaches CA$15bn as participation falls”, 27 July 2026, https://sectorwire.news/item/canada-gambling-revenue-reaches-ca-15bn-as-participation-falls/