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January 25, 2024
Ontario Casino Faces $52K Fine for Alleged Money Laundering Incident
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has imposed a CA$70,000 ($52,000) fine on MGE Niagara Entertainment Inc., the operator of Fallsview Casino Resort in Niagara Falls. This punishment aligns with AGCO’s increased scrutiny in recent months as the regulator strengthens its enforcement policy. Fallsview Casino announced it would appeal the fine, likely heralding […]
Legal
November 10, 2023
PointsBet Hit With $110K Fine by AGCO over Alleged Breaches
Currently, there are strict rules when it comes to regulating gambling in Ontario, Canada. The province’s gambling regulator, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), constantly monitors the sector to ensure that licensed operators adhere to the established rules. Ultimately, established regulations in the province seek to safeguard the consumers from excessive gambling, prevent […]
Legal
September 14, 2023
AGCO Hits Woodbine Casino with $60K Penalty over Alleged Cheating Scheme
In Ontario, just like in other regulated gambling jurisdictions, there are strict rules that require casino operators to combat criminal activities, including cheating during live games. The province’s regulator, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), constantly monitors the market and implements sanctions if breaches are uncovered. Back in April this year, the Ontario […]
Industry
August 30, 2023
AGCO Bans Athletes and Celebrities from Ontario’s iGaming Ads
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has introduced a game-changing update to the Registrar’s Standards for Internet Gaming, signaling a significant step in shielding minors from the influence of online gambling advertising. The amendment, set to take effect on February 28, 2024, imposes a ban on the use of athletes and influential celebrities […]
Industry
August 22, 2023
Karin Schnarr Takes Up the Mantle of AGCO CEO and Registar
Karin Schnarr brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her new role. Her impressive academic background and extensive research in strategic management provide her with the skills and knowledge necessary to elevate the regulator’s operation and help it meet emerging challenges. Schnarr’s appointment marks a vital milestone in AGCO’s efforts to ensure player protection […]
Industry
August 11, 2023
AGCO Slams Apollo Entertainment with a $100,000 Fine
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) announced that its registrar has handed a Notice of Monetary Penalty of CAD 100,000 (around $74,300 in USD) to Apollo Entertainment. According to the commission, the operator has breached its responsible gambling responsibilities. The AGCO listed a number of reasons for the measure. The regulator explained that […]
Industry
July 24, 2023
AGCO Appoints Dave Forestell as Board of Directors Chair
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has announced that Dave Forestell will become the new Chair of its Board of Directors. Forestell’s appointment comes as no surprise, given his past contributions to the organization and deep understanding of the online gambling sector. His diverse professional background will give AGCO a fresh perspective, helping […]
Industry
June 21, 2023
AGCO Hits Fitzdares and BV Gaming with Penalties in Ontario
The Registrar stated that it operates in the public interest and that it strives to maintain a safe and responsible internet gambling environment. As a result, the regulator has served BV Gaming Limited and Fitzdares Canada Limited with Notices of a Monetary Penalty for a total of CA$30,000. AGCO Remains Committed to Keeping Gambling Clean […]
Industry
May 11, 2023
AGCO Extends Consultation on Ontario’s Gambling Advertisements Regulation
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has announced an extension to the deadline for industry stakeholder consultation regarding proposed changes to internet-gaming advertising standards. The initial deadline of May 8 has been moved to May 15, allowing more time for input from interested parties. AGCO Proposal Seeks to Ban Athletes and Celebrities from […]
Industry
April 6, 2023
AGCO Confirms 85% Of Ontario Gamblers Use Regulated Operators
One year after the launch of the regulated online gambling market in Ontario, Canada, the regulator in the province, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), released a new report, revealing that an overwhelming majority of gamblers enjoy services via regulated operators. It was back on April 4, 2022, when Ontario launched its regulated […]