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Smart Bingo Guide- what to look for when picking the best bingo sites in Canada
Bingo is one of the most popular games in Canada. It is fun, easy to play, and can be very lucrative. Online bingo Canada is played in many forms, from traditional paper cards to online bingo sites. The best online bingo sites in Canada offer various games, including 90-ball and 75-ball versions, along with special games. Here are important factors to consider when picking the best online bingo for real money Canada.
Licensed and regulated
When choosing a bingo site, you want to ensure it’s licensed and regulated. The government has approved the site to operate within its borders. Regulated means that rules are in place to ensure fair play and protect customers.
If you’re looking for a Canadian site, make sure the Canadian government licenses it. And if you are looking for an international site, make sure it’s regulated by a reputable gaming commission—like the UK Gambling Commission or the Malta Gaming Authority.
Variety of games
When looking for the best Canadian bingo sites, the variety of games is one of the second things to consider. The more options you have, the better your chances are that you will find something you like playing.
Look for sites with many rooms, players, and chat rooms. If there aren’t enough people playing at any given time, there won’t be much competition for prizes or tickets. This means that there will be less excitement overall and a lower chance that you will win anything substantial during your gameplay time.
Mobile apps
The use of mobile apps is convenient and allow you to play bingo on the go. Some sites offer a mobile app, while others don’t. If you’re looking for an online bingo site that offers a mobile app, it can be helpful to check their ratings and reviews and other users’ experiences with the app.
If a site does have a mobile app, it can be helpful to know how stable it is. Also, whether there have been any issues with crashes when using it.
Customer support
The best bingo sites in Canada offer customer support in various ways, such as via phone or live chat. These options are especially good for those new to online gaming who want the reassurance of speaking with a real human being if they need help.
However, you will also want to ensure that some kind of written information is available on online bingo in Canada. Therefore, you can easily look up answers to questions without waiting for someone to respond (or not). Some sites have FAQs, and others have an extensive knowledge base; either option will suffice as long as it will allow you access from anywhere at any time.
Payment methods and withdrawal times
When you make deposits, it’s important that you can use a method that feels secure and convenient for you. It is also important to know that your funds won’t be held for some arbitrary time. Moreover, there aren’t any hidden withdrawal fees.
Some sites may only offer one or two payment methods, but others might have more extensive offerings. Popular options include:
- Bank transfer (e-transfers)
- Credit card (Visa/MasterCard)
- Debit card (Visa Debit/Master Card Debit)
When it comes to withdrawals, most bingo sites will allow withdrawals once daily. However, there are some exceptions, with bingo sites offering up to three daily withdrawals at no additional cost. However, if this is not fast enough for your needs, check out other available lists of Canada’s fastest-paying bingo sites.
Safety and security
Safety and security are the most important when choosing an online bingo site in Canada. This is why you want to ensure that the website uses SSL encryption. An SSL encryption will ensure your personal information is safe from hackers and scammers.
Another important point to remember is that many bingo websites claim to be “the best” but aren’t all that great. It’s best to find a trusted site with a good reputation and history of success. A good track record makes it easier for players like yourself to decide which one they should choose.
Attractive welcome bonuses and offers
The last thing to look for when looking for the best bingo sites in Canada is a welcome bonus or offer. These are given to new players as an incentive to join, and the value of this bonus can range from a small amount of free money to hundreds or even thousands of dollars.
There are a lot of factors to consider before signing up for an online bingo Canada site However, with a bit of research, you can easily find the best bingo site for you. Try following these factors.
Canada
AGCO Requires Ontario Gaming Operators to Stop Offering WBA Bets Due to Integrity Concerns
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has mandated all Ontario-registered sportsbook operators to halt offering and accepting wagers on World Boxing Association (WBA) events immediately. This measure is being taken to protect the Ontario betting public following concerns that WBA-sanctioned boxing matches are not adequately being safeguarded against match-fixing and insider betting.
Since December 2023, the AGCO has been conducting a comprehensive review of suspicious wagering activity on a WBA-sanctioned title fight between Yoenis Tellez and Livan Navarro that was held in Orlando, Florida. Suspicious betting patterns on the bout lasting over 5.5 rounds were reported to the AGCO by two registered independent integrity monitors and detected in Ontario by a registered igaming operator. Media reports also alleged that Tellez’s Manager placed $110,000 on the match lasting longer than 5.5 rounds at a Florida casino. The bout ended with Tellez knocking out Navarro in the 10th round.
Following an intensive review that included outreach to the WBA, Ontario-registered gaming operators, independent integrity monitors, and regulators in other jurisdictions, the AGCO has concluded that bets related to WBA events do not currently meet the Registrar’s Standards for Internet Gaming.
The AGCO requires all Ontario-registered gaming operators to ensure the sport betting products they offer are on events that are effectively supervised by a sport governing body. At a minimum, the sport governing body must have and enforce codes of conduct that prohibit betting by insiders.
Registered gaming operators were unable to demonstrate to the AGCO that the WBA prohibits betting from insiders, which could include an athlete’s coaches, managers, handlers, athletic trainers, medical professionals, or others with access to non-public information. Further, registered gaming operators were unable to demonstrate that the WBA took any action to investigate or enforce the allegations of potential match-fixing and insider wagering.
The AGCO has indicated to registered operators that in order for WBA betting products to be reinstated in Ontario, operators must demonstrate that the WBA effectively supervises its events, thus bringing them into compliance with the Registrar’s Standards. In December 2022, the AGCO required gaming operators to stop offering bets on UFC events for similar issues related to insider betting safeguards. Within a month, UFC amended its policies and implemented new protocols that allowed the AGCO to reinstate betting on UFC events in the province.
“Ontarians who wish to bet on sporting events need to be confident that those events are fairly run, and that clear integrity safeguards are in place and enforced by an effective sport governing body. Knowing the popularity of boxing in Ontario, we look forward to reinstating betting on WBA events once appropriate safeguards against possible match-fixing and insider betting have been confirmed,” Dr. Karin Schnarr, Registrar and CEO of AGCO, said.
Canada
GiG increases Ontario market presence, powering the launch of Casino Time
Gaming Innovation Group Inc. (GiG), has announced the launch of Casino Time, powered by its award winning iGaming platform and pioneering real-time rules engine LogicX, with revolutionary sportsbook, SportX soon to follow, to further extend its footprint in the regulated Canadian province of Ontario.
The launch of Casino Time carries extra significance, marking only the second time that on-demand, regulated online Bingo has been made available in Ontario. The new Bingo product vertical, launched alongside a strong Casino offering, will be boosted by GiG’s new sportsbook, SportX, as part of a planned release later this year.
GiG has focused its solutions on driving exponential growth in revenue for operators with its highly scalable iGaming platform, offering localised third party content and leading suppliers for the Ontarian market. GiGs peerless gamification layer creates an optimised and immersive casino experience tailored to regional preferences, swelling client retention and player engagement.
Canadian owned and operated, Casino Time is a joint venture amongst leading retail operators in Ontario’s Charitable Gaming sector, delivering Bingo, Slots and Live Dealer Casino Games. Promising a personalised service and community experience, Casino Time is continuing its long-standing partnership with local charities, introducing its joint fundraising model into the iGaming space for the first time.
Now coming towards the end of its second year of licensed operations, Ontario has emerged as one of the largest iGaming markets in North America, second only to New Jersey according to data supplied by Vixio. The first and as yet only Canadian province to launch a regulated market, Ontario boasts more than 1.6 million active player accounts spread over 40 plus operators, generating €1.3 billion in Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) in its first year of trading, with this data supplied by iGaming Ontario.
Andrew Cochrane, Chief Business Officer of GiG, said: “GiG continues to set the pace with a strong cadence of brand launches in 2024, and I’m pleased that when operators are seeking platform solutions in regulated markets, GiG is leading the pack. Our partnership with Casino Time, will help deliver something new and exciting to the Ontarian market, and further helps to demonstrate the flexibility of our solutions, adapting to match the regional aspirations of our partners to deliver growth.”
D’Arcy Stuart, CEO of Casino Time, said: “We are thrilled to partner with GiG as the core technology provider of our iGaming platform. Their powerful suite of player engagement tools, as well as diverse content and regulatory integrations, underpin our ability to serve and delight our player community. Our hybrid online and offline customer network, as well as unique bingo offerings, will drive exciting opportunities as the platform and the marketplace continues to grow.”
Canada
Bragg Gaming Announces Resignation of Chief Financial Officer
Bragg Gaming Group Inc., a global B2B gaming technology and content provider, announced that Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Ronen Kannor, has notified Bragg’s board of directors (Board) that he will resign from his position to pursue other career opportunities, effective June 3, 2024. The Company confirms that the search for a replacement CFO has commenced.
Matevž Mazij, Chief Executive Officer and Chair of the Board, commented: “We thank Ronen for his dedication and commitment to Bragg over the past four years and for his unwavering service as a pivotal member of the leadership team.
“During his tenure as CFO, the Company has undergone huge positive transformation including being uplisted to the Toronto Stock Exchange, dual listed on the NASDAQ and successfully completing two acquisitions, all while reporting consecutive years of revenue, gross profit and adjusted EBITDA growth. We wish Ronen all the very best in his future endeavors.”
Ronen Kannor commented: “It has been an honor to be part of the Bragg team which has successfully navigated many challenges and continued to deliver consistent growth over the past four years. I thank the Board for their support throughout my time with Bragg, and I am now fully focused on ensuring a smooth handover to my successor.
“Special thanks goes to my finance team, who work tirelessly to deliver the positive change and financial growth that the Company continues to achieve. I wish them and all of my colleagues continued success with Bragg now and in the future.”
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