IAGR finalises conference program for Toronto 2025

The International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) has finalised the program for its annual conference, taking place in Toronto, Canada, from 20 to 23 October.

With a theme of Resilient regulation: Exploring what works, why and what’s next, the four-day event will explore how regulators can adapt, lead and collaborate in response to complex and evolving challenges across the global gambling landscape.

This year marks IAGR’s largest standalone conference to date, with around 300 delegates expected from across the globe. The conference is proudly hosted by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario.

Delegates will be welcomed to Toronto by The Hon. Doug Downey, Attorney General of Ontario.

Over 60 speakers will share insights and discuss the way forward, including:

• Andrew Rhodes, Chief Executive, Gambling Commission, Great Britain
• Teo Chun Ching, Chief Executive, Gambling Regulatory Authority, Singapore
• Dr Karin Schnarr, CEO and Registrar, Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, Canada
• Dr Eugeina Chidhakwa, Chair, Lotteries and Gaming Board, Zimbabwe
• Justin G. Stempeck, Interim General Counsel, Massachusetts Gaming Commission, USA
• Dr Mary Donohue, CEO and Founder, The Digital Wellness Center, Canada
• Anders Dorph, Director, Danish Gambling Authority, Denmark
• Francesco Rodano, Chief Sustainable Gambling Officer, Playtech, UK
• David Saakane, Acting Chief Operating Officer, Gambling Authority, Botswana
• Michel Groothuizen, Chairman, Netherlands Gambling Authority, Netherlands

The conference will feature keynotes, panels and networking sessions, offering practical insights into the future of gambling regulation. Topics include regulatory innovation, cross-border collaboration, emerging risks, RegTech, player protection and more.

IAGR President Ben Haden said IAGR2025 reflects the organisation’s global mission and growing momentum.

‘As regulators, we’re operating in an environment of constant change from market disruption to technological advancement and evolving public expectations.

‘IAGR2025 is a chance to explore what’s working, why it matters, and how we can build more resilient and effective regulatory systems across jurisdictions,’ he said.

IAGR acknowledges the support of its Gold Sponsors, who help make this global event possible:

• Gaming Laboratories International (GLI)
• Gaming Associates
• iGaming Ontario
• Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG)
• ComplyGuard