ToonieBet, Soft2Bet’s premier sportsbook and online casino brand tailored for Canadian players, has been named both an Official Sports Betting Partner and an Official Online Casino Partner of the Canadian Football League (CFL).

The multiyear partnership also establishes ToonieBet as an Official Partner of the CFL’s championship game, the Grey Cup. Fans from coast to coast to coast annually gather for Canada’s largest single-day sporting event to celebrate an incredible season, and to witness one team earn the right to hoist the iconic trophy. The 112th Grey Cup will be played at Princess Auto Stadium in Winnipeg on Sunday, November 16.

Fans in Ontario aged 19-and-over will be able to responsibly wager on CFL games through ToonieBet with access to in-game betting and futures. The collaboration will also explore exciting branded online casino experiences on the ToonieBet platform to entertain existing fans and engage new ones.

ToonieBet’s partnership with the CFL underscores Soft2Bet’s ongoing commitment to Canadian sports fans and a further investment in the Canadian sporting tradition, as the deal marks Soft2Bet’s second sports partnership in the country within the last three months, following ToonieBet’s designation as the Official Online Casino Partner of the NHL’s Ottawa Senators, which was recently expanded with a full sportsbook offering.

“This partnership is for the fans. Together with ToonieBet, we will unlock exciting avenues of entertainment, delivering new products, responsible gaming options and unique activations, to better serve the future of fandom. In the stadium, at home or online, we’re doubling down on engagement and innovation like never before,” said Tyler Keenan, the CFL’s Chief Revenue Officer.

“Partnering with the CFL will elevate our robust offerings in the Canadian market and allow us to continue building our passionate sports and online gaming community in Ontario. Our team at ToonieBet is deeply committed to building a premium fan experience, while delivering exceptional customer hospitality and ensuring both responsible and safe game play,” said Steve Spindler, ToonieBet’s Canadian Country Manager.

“We are proud to partner with the CFL and its local teams. This partnership goes beyond visibility – it’s about building relevance and establishing a real connection with fans. Aligning with one of Canada’s most trusted leagues allows us to strengthen our bond with Ontarians and deliver a best-in-class sports betting and gaming experience through ToonieBet,” said Martin Collins, Chief Business Development Officer at Soft2Bet.

Additionally, ToonieBet has been designated as an Official Authorized Gaming Operator of the CFL, allowing Soft2Bet to deliver best-in-class gaming experiences with official CFL data and statistics to sports fans and sportsbook users across Ontario through the ToonieBet platform.

ToonieBet will also serve as the presenting partner of CFL Fantasy, and the Game Tracker in Ontario on CFL.ca and LCF.ca, in addition to being the CFL’s odds provider on the league’s digital scoreboard.

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The Indiana Fever announced that one of the world’s leading online betting companies, bet365, is joining the team as its Official Sportsbook Partner for the 2025 season.

bet365 will step into the game with a lineup of fan-focused features that will be integrated across the Fever’s media and game day experience.

“We’re excited to team up with bet365 and bring fans a premium mobile sports betting experience. This partnership is all about creating more ways for fans to connect with our team from tipoff through to the final buzzer,” said Fever Chief Operating Officer and General Manager Amber Cox.

As part of the partnership, bet365 will have a strong presence throughout the Fever season, including having a brand presence across Fever Radio Network broadcasts, team social content, and the Fever mobile app.

“Exciting, record-breaking, and hungry for more, the Indiana Fever certainly embodies the Never Ordinary spirit, and we are incredibly enthusiastic about this partnership. With the new season underway, it’s the perfect time for us to share our unrivalled bet365 experience with Fever fans,” said a bet365 spokesperson.

Luckbet has announced Vitor Paulin as its new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), bringing his expertise in branding, digital marketing, data-driven strategies, performance, CRM, and user experience optimization to lead the brand’s positioning at a strategic moment for the betting sector in Brazil. With a consolidated track record in branding, strategy, and communication, Paulin takes on the mission of boosting the company’s marketing initiatives, strengthening its presence in the market.

Having worked for renowned companies such as Accenture, Ogilvy, Cadastra, Havas, Dentsu, Digitas, Serasa Experian, Escola Conquer, and Grupo Aposta Ganha, Vitor has accumulated experience in leadership positions, including CMO and Chief Growth Officer. He has led projects focused on branding, performance, digital products, business development, digital acceleration, and the integration of communication and data. His skills include creating digital marketing strategies, optimized campaigns for mobile platforms, implementing CRM solutions, and continuously improving the user experience, always guided by data to maximize engagement and results.

“Leading Luckbet’s marketing is a unique opportunity to consolidate the brand in a changing sector. Our goal is to build a brand presence that combines light and fun entertainment with a fluid and personalized user experience, reinforcing our commitment to responsible gambling,” said Vitor.

The hiring reinforces Luckbet’s structure in a period of professionalization and growth, with the company aligning its operational fronts with the regulation of sports betting in Brazil.

“We are in a new phase at Luckbet, more structured and connected to the demands of the market. Bringing in someone like Vitor reinforces our commitment to excellence in all areas, especially in the way we position ourselves as a brand. Not only do we want to continue growing, but we want to establish ourselves as a solid brand that is close to the public and fully in tune with the regulatory landscape. His experience will be fundamental in this process,” Ivan Dutra, CEO of Luckbet, said.