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Ontario AGCO outlines Criminal Code exceptions for provincial lottery schemes

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Source: AGCO (Ontario)

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario explains that Canada’s Criminal Code generally prohibits gaming, while section 207 permits specified lottery schemes. These include schemes conducted and managed by a province, licensed charities or religious organisations, and certain fair or exhibition boards and concession operators.

The explanation sets out which lottery schemes can operate under the Criminal Code exceptions in Ontario.

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