Is online gambling legal in Ontario?

Hi @MGK, 😎

Yes, gambling is legal in Ontario, Canada, under certain conditions and regulations set by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). Here are the key points regarding the legal status of gambling in Ontario:

1. Lottery and Gaming: The AGCO oversees and regulates various forms of gambling activities, including lottery games and casino gaming.
2. Lottery Games: The AGCO regulates lottery games conducted and managed by the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG). This includes lottery tickets and related activities.
3. Casino Gaming: The AGCO regulates land-based casinos in Ontario that are operated by the OLG. They ensure that casino gaming is conducted within the law, with honesty and integrity, and in the public interest.
4. Charitable Gaming: The AGCO regulates licensed charitable lottery events such as bingo, raffles, and break open tickets conducted by eligible charitable and religious organizations to raise funds for charitable purposes.
5. Electronic Raffles: The AGCO has established a regulatory framework for electronic raffles, allowing eligible charitable or religious organizations to conduct and manage licensed electronic raffles in Ontario.
6. Social Gaming: The AGCO issues Social Gaming Licences for casual social games where wagers are awarded to winners, but the purpose is not fundraising, and the license is not for revenue generation.
7. Internet Gaming: The OLG operates Ontario's regulated internet gaming platform, PlayOLG.ca, under the oversight of the AGCO. Private igaming also launched in Ontario in 2022 under iGaming Ontario, a subsidiary of AGCO.

The legal conditions for gambling in Ontario include adhering to the regulations and standards set by the AGCO. These regulations aim to ensure fair play, consumer protection, and the integrity of gambling activities. 

Operators, suppliers, and participants in various gambling activities must comply with these regulations to ensure that gambling is conducted in a lawful and responsible manner.

If you wish to have a deeper understanding on this subject make sure to read Kirsty Caldwell's guide - Ontario Gambling Laws and Regulations: Your Roadmap to Legal Gaming.

Please note that while gambling is legal under these conditions, it's important to stay informed about any updates or changes in regulations and laws that may occur over time. 

I recommended referring to official sources, such as AGCO's website, for the most up-to-date and accurate information regarding the legal status and conditions of gambling in Ontario.

I hope this clears things up! Have a nice day! 😁