Ontario has unveiled a spring launch date for its new online gambling market to applause from local players vying to get in — but one casino giant slammed it while one First Nation promised a legal challenge.
earlier this month, arguing the government should scrap the launch and instead give brick-and-mortar casinos a two-year exclusive window on internet gaming. “We are very excited to learn that Ontario residents will have access to safe, regulated internet gaming,” said Rivalry CEO Steven Salz. Gambling has long been illegal in Canada unless managed by provincial or territorial authorities, many of which now run major lottery and casino operations and offer online options.
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