Canada
Canada’s Online Casinos at Casino Zeus
Any foreign casino enthusiast out there would agree that Canadian gambling venues are widely regarded as some of the best. This is true: players appreciate the good conditions, integrity, and other nice features that every legal gambling hall should have, yet in practice, such places don’t crop up all that often.
Finding a good online casino in Canada is easier than in a less controlled region but is still difficult: a newcomer might get overwhelmed by the variety of brands and offerings. The best way not to get lost in all the variety is by using Casino Zeus, a one-stop information portal on gambling, now available in English.
Which Online Casinos Are Licensed in Canada?
Only those who successfully and without breaking any laws mimic other gambling sites. In fact, the main gambling control commission in Canada, the Kahnawake Gaming Commission, does not allow casinos directly and only issues licences under strict rules.
“Strictly speaking, you can’t open an online casino in Canada: articles 201-206 tell you that. But if you look closely at Article 204, you can find loopholes, and everyone takes advantage of them.”- Olexiy Ivanov
Nor should you forget the autonomy of the country’s regions: they can adjust their attitude towards gambling regardless of most of the decisions made centrally.
Canada’s Best Online Casinos in 2022
If you want to find a reliable online casino in Canada quickly, rather than having to do the search yourself, the easiest way is to check the list compiled by Casino Zeus experts, headed by Olexiy Ivanov. When compiling the list, the criteria for selecting quality casinos were used imperatively. You can check out the criteria themselves on the official website and in the sections below.
- Evospin
- GoldenStar
- King Billy
- Lucky Nugget
- Wild Fortune
- National
- Royal Vegas
- YOJU
- Kosmonaut
- PlayAmo
- Casino Days
- ShadowBet
- Royal Panda
- Kaiser Slots
- Fruitkings
These are only a small fraction of the casinos in Canada that can be described as good and noteworthy. You can find reviews of equally good but slightly less popular gambling platforms on the site.
What to Have in Mind When Choosing a Free Casino
The key is to avoid getting scammed. The problem is not just that you will lose money, although that is unpleasant, but that your personal payment details will fall into the wrong hands.
In order to be sure you’re accessing a verified site, you should use recommendations from trusted sources, such as the Casino Zeus portal. It’s also possible to choose the right gambling club yourself by following some simple rules:
- always check live reviews;
- do not go to sites where there have been withdrawal scandals;
- if players complain about the support team not responding, it’s a site to avoid;
- a small number of games is not a sign that the club is elite, but an indication that few people want to work with it (most likely for good reason);
- if you see an outright bad site, close it quickly; the attitude to the other aspects is likely to be the same.
On the site you’re considering, look for the machines from the biggest players on the market. If these are there, and even more so if the hot new releases from the publisher are there, then all is well.
Popular Payment Systems
When choosing a free online casino, you should always pay attention to the payment systems. They are used for both the deposit and withdrawal of funds. If you don’t check the available methods, you may end up in an unpleasant situation when you have to have a separate wallet for a new casino.
Card and bank account transactions are the most popular, but international payment systems like PayPal and their local equivalents are also widely used. As a last resort, you can use your telephone account.
Canada
Relax Gaming joins forces with PointsBet to strengthen footprint in Ontario
Relax Gaming, the iGaming aggregator and supplier of unique content, has significantly enhanced its presence in the Ontario market through an agreement with leading Canadian operator, PointsBet.
This partnership reinforces Relax Gaming’s aim to become a standout provider across North America, having already gained early success in Ontario. Relax became one of the first suppliers to deliver content to the region’s players in March 2022, debuting with over 120 games across multiple operators.
PointsBet pride themselves as one of Canada’s leading operators offering unmatched speed, ease of use, and a comprehensive array of pre-game and in-play sports betting options. This is complemented by a top-tier online casino which will now be boosted with the integration of Relax’s portfolio of slots and live dealer options.
With its authentic Canadian approach, PointsBet prioritises technology that minimises external dependencies to maintain control over its platform and has a commitment to responsible gambling best practices, ensuring a safe and secure environment for all players.
Martin Stålros, CEO at Relax Gaming, said: “Since we launched in Ontario we have enjoyed tremendous success, with our content hitting the sweet spot for the broad range of players in the Canadian province. This partnership with PointsBet will strengthen our presence in the market as the region’s leading operator integrates our rich content portfolio which will engage its player base.”
Scott Vanderwel, Chief Executive Officer at PointsBet, added: “Relax Gaming has established a strong reputation across North America and in Ontario in particular. The impressive range of content that will be integrated into our platform will increase engagement within our online platform and we are delighted to be able to provide more immersive experiences to our audiences.”
Established as one of the industry’s leading B2B suppliers, Relax Gaming was awarded GGA’s Product Launch of the Year in February 2023 for Dream Drop Jackpots. Money Train 3 names the 2023 CasinoBeats Game Developer Awards amongst its 6 Slot of the Year titles, while the brand also won the award for Skill Games Supplier at the 2023 EGR B2B Awards along with the Innovation in Mobile award at the 2023 SBC Awards.
Relax Gaming provides more than 4,000 online casino games, from its high-performing proprietary slots to a significant, varied library of content from hand-picked third-party studios via its partnership programmes.
Canada
Jackpot Digital Receives Approval from the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority
Jackpot Digital, a leading manufacturer of electronic multiplayer dealerless poker tables, has announced that it has received approval from the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) to act as a registered supplier of gaming supplies and services to regulated casinos in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan.
The approval follows the Company’s news release dated February 6, 2024, announcing the signing of a licensing agreement with the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) to install the Company’s Jackpot Blitz dealerless poker ETGs into SIGA casinos.
SIGA operates seven casinos and Playnow.com in Saskatchewan. At the outset, SIGA proposes to install Jackpot Blitz machines at its Dakota Dunes and Gold Horse Casino properties, located in Saskatoon and Lloydminster, respectively.
Jackpot CEO Jake Kalpakian said: “We are excited to receive approval as a gaming equipment supplier in Saskatchewan. This represents the first major jurisdictional, non-tribal license received by Jackpot during our continuing expansion into the land-based casino market. We have many more license applications underway in the US and other Canadian provinces, which will dramatically impact our ability to accelerate the rollout of Jackpot Blitz across North America.”
Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation
Play Alberta, CSEC Extend Partnership
Teams under the Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation (CSEC) banner have expanded their long-term partnership with Play Alberta, the province’s premier iGaming destination. As part of the agreement, the Flames will feature AGLC’s responsible gambling program, GameSense, on their home helmets and a Play Alberta insignia displayed on their home jerseys. The Stampeders, Wranglers, and Roughnecks will integrate the Play Alberta logo onto their uniforms.
“There’s significant importance now to showcase meaningful responsible gambling efforts in the iGaming industry. I’m proud of our initiatives to provide GameSense with such a visible platform. GameSense promotes healthy gambling habits online and in person and including AGLC’s responsible gambling platform over the course of this partnership is a huge accomplishment,” Kandice Machado, Chief Executive Officer at AGLC.
The agreement makes Play Alberta the exclusive sports betting and online gaming partner of the Flames, Wranglers, Stampeders, and Roughnecks. Through the partnership, Play Alberta and CSEC will develop unique partnerships and in-arena giveaways during the season.
“Through GameSense, our partnership with Play Alberta equips our fans with the knowledge required if they wish to participate in gaming while they support their home team. We are both proud and excited to extend our relationship with Play Alberta that makes cheering for our teams that much more fun while also generating revenue to support the quality of life for Albertans,” said CSEC President and CEO Robert Hayes.
Alberta is the first jurisdiction in North America to partner with professional sports franchises and integrate PlayAlberta.ca and social responsibility branding onto uniforms. It upholds AGLC’s commitment to responsible play, raising awareness of GameSense and Self-Exclusion, resources that give bettors the tools they need to make healthy gambling choices.
In addition, proceeds generated through the website go toward the province’s General Revenue Fund. In 2023–24, $235 million was generated for programs and services that Albertans rely on every day through Play Alberta, an increase of more than $42 million from the previous year.
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