🕰️ Early Beginnings (1990s)
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📅 1994: The First Online Casino
Event Details Launch of InterCasino InterCasino becomes one of the first online casinos to offer real-money gambling. -
📅 1996: Growth of Online Gambling
Event Details Establishment of the Kahnawake Gaming Commission This regulatory body is set up to oversee and license online gambling operations in Canada.
🌐 2000s: Legal Developments
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📅 2005: Regulatory Changes
Event Details Canadian Criminal Code Amendments The code is amended to clarify the legal status of online gambling and its regulation. -
📅 2009: The Rise of Sports Betting
Event Details Increased Popularity of Sports Betting Online sports betting gains traction, with platforms catering specifically to Canadian sports fans.
🔍 2010s: Expansion and Regulation
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📅 2010: Quebec’s Online Gambling Initiative
Event Details Launch of Loto-Québec’s Online Platform Quebec launches its regulated online gambling site, allowing players to engage legally. -
📅 2019: Changes in Sports Betting Laws
Event Details Bill C-218 Introduction This bill proposes the legalization of single-event sports betting in Canada.
🚀 2020s: The Boom of Online Gambling
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📅 2021: Bill C-218 Becomes Law
Event Details Legalization of Single-Event Sports Betting Bill C-218 is passed, significantly changing the landscape of sports betting in Canada. -
📅 2022: Major Operators Enter the Market
Event Details Launch of New Online Gambling Platforms Several international betting companies launch their platforms catering specifically to Canadian players.
🌟 Conclusion
The history of online gambling in Canada has evolved remarkably since the inception of the first online casino in the 90s. Regulatory changes and the introduction of new laws have fostered a growing industry, setting the stage for an exciting future.
For more information about online gambling regulations, check out Gambling Commission.
