The approach taken by the Ontario government, in conjunction with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario and iGaming Ontario (iGO), centers on prioritizing consumer protection.Ontario sports betting market prepares to launch.
The recent decision made by the Responsible Gambling Council, an independent non-profit body, to integrate its RG Check Accreditation Program into the essential criteria for all iGaming operators wishing to enter Ontario legally serves as a clear example of this commitment.
The Ontario iGaming market is set to officially launch on April 4, enabling regulated and competitive online sports betting alongside online casino operations.
The RG Check program has already been adopted by physical casinos across Ontario. This initiative was introduced by the council in 2021 with collaboration from policymakers, operators, players, and individuals who have faced gambling addiction or harm, as announced in a news release.
‘A Fair And Transparent Process’
According to the news release, the RG Check accreditation process assists gambling establishments and websites in evaluating, monitoring, and managing their responsible gambling practices.Ontario online casino This program includes nine standards and 48 criteria designed to assess the effectiveness and breadth of an operator’s responsible gambling strategies, specifically aimed at aiding players who may be facing gambling-related harm, as detailed in the release.
"The RG Check team is thrilled to contribute to a robust responsible gambling framework featuring clear, evidence-based, and impactful player protection strategies to minimize gambling-related risks,\" said Tracy Parker, the director of standards and accreditation for RGC.
"Implementing a uniform accreditation program for all operators will ensure a standardized approach to monitoring and assessment, creating a transparent and equitable process. The cooperative nature of RG Check will foster ongoing improvements in Ontario.\" said in the release Rush Street has appointed a new managing director for its Canadian operations.
Rush Street Interactive Inc., now authorized to operate in Ontario with its online casino and sports betting brand, has appointed Bruce Caughill as its Managing Director in Canada.
Caughill comes to RSI from the AGCO, where he served as Chief Legal Officer, and was instrumental in establishing legislative frameworks and policies for Ontario’s regulated iGaming sector.BetRivers Ontario With over two decades of experience in Canada's commercial gaming industry, Caughill is expected to provide strategic leadership and support for the company's commercial and administrative functions as it expands in Canada, according to a recent press announcement.
The sports betting industry continues to attract television sports figures. Last autumn, Sportsnet welcomed back Cabral \"Cabbie\" Richards, who had previously worked in Las Vegas with Bleacher Report, to oversee its sports betting content as executive producer. After departing from TSN, Dan O’Toole joined as a
Now, renowned sports broadcaster Rod Black has aligned with NorthStar Gaming, taking on the roles of host and brand ambassador for NorthStar Bets.
NorthStar Gaming Adds Rod Black
Having spent the majority of his career at Bell Media, where he served as a play-by-play commentator for the CFL, the Toronto Blue Jays, and hosted Toronto Raptors broadcasts, Black has lent his voice to numerous significant sporting events, including The Masters, RBC Canadian Open, and five Olympic Games.Bet365 ambassador.
In his new position at NorthStar Bets, part of Black's responsibilities will be to deliver sports commentary and hosting for the platform's social media channels and within-app programming.
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