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How to Actually Make Money with Online Casino Games
If you’ve ever played casino games online, then you certainly know that they are all about luck.
Except for poker, you won’t be able to use your skills to play any of them with more success.
This effectively means you can’t score consistent wins playing online casino games.
However, that doesn’t imply that the games are rigged in any way — it just means that, when luck is involved, there’s no telling what the outcome will be.
Despite all that, there are still methods you can implement in your casino gambling experience if you want to make more money from these games. So, let’s take a look at what you need to learn if you want to earn more significant profits while having fun.
Always Learn How to Play the Game
Most 1 dollar casino games are easy to play (especially video slots), but that doesn’t mean you should avoid learning the basics before you begin. In other words — you have to study the game carefully if you want to make money from it.
With slots, you can’t just jump headfirst into any new game. You need to read up on the RTP, the volatility, and what the game has to offer first to ensure it’s worth playing. Then, try it for free to see all of that in practice. Only after you’ve played it for a while and read up on the rules and features should you start playing it with real money.
The same goes for table games, even the live dealer ones. You can’t just play a live dealer game without doing some research first, as that’s a sure-fire way to lose your money.
Don’t Get Distracted By the Dealer
Speaking of live dealer games, there’s another piece of advice we can give you here. If you want to play these games, you should never get distracted by how attractive the dealers are or what they are doing. This can easily lead to you not thinking clearly when playing, thus investing more money than you wanted.
Human dealers are trained to exploit your weaknesses, and no matter how innocent they pretend to be, you should not get distracted by them. Play your game, and don’t pay too much attention to them.
Use the Bonus Offers and Other Promotions
As long as you’ve read the terms to see whether they are favourable, you should definitely use bonuses to your advantage.
This is especially true with no deposit offers, match bonuses, and free spins. You rarely have anything to lose here, as you probably would have used the same amount of money on gambling anyway. However, this way, you’ll use it not only to gamble but also to gain additional bonus funds or free spins.
Before you claim any offer, make sure to read what the wagering requirements and limits are, as these are the most important bonus terms you need to know. Don’t claim bonuses that allow you to win only small amounts and never claim offers with massive wagering requirements, i.e. anything above 40 times.
Never Invest More Than You’re Willing to Lose
With all forms of gambling, you must have a specific budget in advance. That way, you’ll always invest only the money you’re willing to lose.
However, you have to learn how to control yourself as well. Don’t rush for the credit card if you’ve lost it all. It’s much better to give up than to go about chasing your losses, as that’s precisely when you start losing more money than you should. Remain calm and allow yourself to think clearly. After all, you can always come back another day.
Don’t Look for Patterns — These are Luck-Based Games
Always remember that casino games are based on luck, which means that they are entirely random. As long as they come from respectable software providers and use Random Number Generators (RNGs), there’s no point in looking for patterns on how they work.
Therefore, even if it might look like the occurrences are orchestrated, you need to remember that they are not. Sometimes it might seem like they are, but this is just your mind playing tricks on you, trying to find some patterns, as it does with anything in life.
The Bottom Line
Making money with online casino games is not easy, but it’s certainly possible. You only need to rely on your brain, not your heart, and use the advice you’ve found in this short guide. If you go down that road, you’re bound to win more than you have in the past.
Alberta Gaming
Edmonton Elks, Play Alberta Connect on New Partnership

Home field advantage has a new name, as the Edmonton Elks announced that Play Alberta Field at Commonwealth Stadium is now the home of the Elks.
The field naming rights are part of a broader multi-year agreement between Play Alberta and the EE, making Play Alberta the official sports betting partner of the Club.
“We couldn’t be more excited to expand our partnership with Play Alberta. This partnership is about more than just putting a name on the field – it’s about building something meaningful for our fans and our community. Play Alberta is an Alberta-based organization that shares our values and our commitment to giving back. Together, we’re creating new ways for fans to connect with our team and experience the game day atmosphere in a whole new way,” said Elks President and CEO Chris Morris.
The expanded relationship between the Elks and Play Alberta will allow the game day experience to continue to grow. Fans can look forward to unique activations and promotions around the stadium, including the chance to win game tickets and memorabilia.
“Since Play Alberta’s launch five years ago, our team has made it a priority to connect with the communities where our players live and work. We are very excited to join the Edmonton Elks on the field on game days during upcoming CFL seasons. Play Alberta Field at Commonwealth Stadium allows us to partner with the Elks and showcase two brands built for Albertans in a historic Edmonton location,” said Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Chief Executive Officer Kandice Machado.
The Elks open their 76th season on Saturday, June 7 in Vancouver when they take on the B.C. Lions. Edmonton’s home opener at Play Alberta Field at Commonwealth Stadium is slated for Thursday, June 19 against the Montreal Alouettes.
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BCLC
BCLC Celebrates its 40th Anniversary With New Scratch & Win that Lets Winners Give Back

BCLC has launched a Scratch & Win ticket that is a win-win for both the Top Prize winner and their registered B.C. charity of choice.
The Greater Good Giveaway ticket offers a Top Prize of $10,000 for the winner and $10,000 for their registered charity of choice, selected from a list of British Columbia charities on CanadaHelps.
Thomas D’Cruz from Richmond is the first Top Prize winner for Greater Good Giveaway. D’Cruz selected the B.C. Children’s Hospital Foundation to receive the $10,000 charity prize, sharing that he “wanted to help children.” The winning ticket was purchased at Walmart on Alderbridge Way in Richmond.
There are over 12,000 registered B.C. charities on CanadaHelps for Top Prize winners to select from that support a variety of different causes, including arts and culture, education, social services and more.
“At BCLC, we believe that when we share the wins, we feel more connected to each other, our communities and our province,” says Natasha Questel, BCLC Chief Social Purpose Officer and Vice President of Marketing. “Our players have shared that they are interested in different types of prizing that go beyond a dollar amount, so as we celebrate our 40th anniversary we’re thrilled to launch the Greater Good Giveaway – a ticket that allows our players the chance to support causes that resonate deeply with them, and aligns strongly with our social purpose – to generate win-wins for the greater good.”
Greater Good Giveaway tickets are $2 each and are available for purchase at lottery retailers across the province. For full details on the Greater Good Giveaway ticket, including how to play, please visit our website.
In 2024, B.C. lottery players have redeemed more than $137 million in winnings from Scratch & Win.
Since 1985, BCLC has delivered more than $29 billion to the provincial government to support communities, provincial programs and services, charities and major events that have helped shape B.C.
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Adam Fonsica Co‑Founder & COO at Random State
Random State obtains Ontario iGaming licence

Random State (“RS”), the Swedish studio behind next‑generation iLottery and multiplayer bingo content, has been granted a Gaming‑Related Supplier – Manufacturer licence by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). The approval, effective 14 May 2025, authorises RS to offer its games and platform services to licensed operators across Ontario.
“Securing the Ontario licence is a milestone our entire team has worked tirelessly toward,” said Adam Fonsica, Co‑Founder & COO at Random State. “Ontario not only validates the quality and integrity of our technology; it provides a launchpad for our broader North‑American expansion. We can’t wait to introduce our eInstant titles and multiplayer bingo hub to Ontario players later this year, together with a soon‑to‑be‑announced operator.”
The licence clears the way for RS to roll out its full product portfolio in Ontario:
Interactive eInstants – instant‑win games that re‑imagine traditional lottery mechanics with modern gameplay and rich visuals.
Multiplayer bingo – a complete suite of 90-, 75-, 80/60/40‑ and 30‑ball variants, featuring progressive jackpots, Pot Booster and real‑time chat hosting.
Turn‑key iGaming platform – advanced Player Account Management (PAM), certified RNG, gamification engine and a WYSIWYG game‑configuration tool that lets operators launch new games in minutes.
Random State expects its first Ontario go‑live in Q3 2025, delivering both eInstants and multiplayer bingo on day one.
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