Canada
Wazdan granted supplier licence in Ontario
Wazdan, the leading casino games supplier, has received approval from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), enabling the company to supply its games to operators within the recently regulated market of Ontario, Canada.
The move marks the 20th regulated market entry for Wazdan and allows the company to partner with AGCO-approved operators, supplying its first-class content in the jurisdiction.
The iGaming market in Ontario opened up on April 4th. This concludes a process that dates back to April 2019, when Ontarioâs government announced plans to end Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporationâs monopoly on igaming, opening up the market to private operators.
Wazdan will now enjoy an even greater foothold in North America, having already secured licences in the US states of Michigan, New Jersey, and West Virginia.
The company will also be showcasing its products at Julyâs SBC Summit North America, taking place in New Jersey.
Michal Imiolek, CEO at Wazdan, said: âWeâre hugely excited to be a part of this newly regulated igaming market. Ontario promises to be one of the biggest markets in North America and this move adds massively to our growing foothold in the region.
âWeâre sure that operators throughout the province will benefit enormously from all we have to offer.â
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, which focuses on PointsBet integrating Relax Gamingâs extensive slots content, reinforces Relax Gamingâs aim to become a standout provider across North America, having already gained early success in Ontario in becoming one of the first suppliers to deliver content to the regionâs players in April 2022, debuting with over 120 games across multiple operators.
PointsBet pride themselves as one of Canadaâs 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 Relaxâs portfolio of slots.
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 StĂĽlros, CEO at Relax Gaming, said: âSince 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 regionâs leading operator integrates our rich content portfolio which will engage its player base.â
Scott Vanderwel, Chief Executive Officer at PointsBet, added: âRelax Gaming has established itself as a strong player in Ontario with relevant and compelling content. We are excited to partner with them to increase engagement across our online casino platform via improved slots content.â
Established as one of the industryâs leading B2B suppliers, Relax Gaming was awarded GGAâs Product Launch of the Year in February 2023 for Dream Drop Jackpots. The 2023 CasinoBeats Game Developer Awards named Money Train 3 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 Companyâs news release dated February 6, 2024, announcing the signing of a licensing agreement with the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) to install the Companyâs 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: âWe 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.â
Canada
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 provinceâs premier iGaming destination. As part of the agreement, the Flames will feature AGLCâs 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.
âThereâs significant importance now to showcase meaningful responsible gambling efforts in the iGaming industry. Iâm proud of our initiatives to provide GameSense with such a visible platform. GameSense promotes healthy gambling habits online and in person and including AGLCâs responsible gambling platform over the course of this partnership is a huge accomplishment,â 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.
âThrough 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,â 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 AGLCâs 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 provinceâs General Revenue Fund. In 2023â24, $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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