🕰️ Early 2000s: The Rise of Online Gambling in Ontario
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Year Event 2001 Launch of PlayOLG: Ontario’s first official online gaming platform. -
Year Event 2003 Regulatory Framework Established: The Ontario government begins regulating online casinos.
📈 2010-2015: Growth and Popularity
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Year Event 2010 Increasing Number of Operators: The market sees a surge in online casino operators in Ontario. -
Year Event 2015 Mobile Gambling Emerges: Enhanced mobile technology allows players to gamble on their smartphones.
🔍 2016-2020: Regulation and Legislation
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Year Event 2016 iGaming Ontario Established: A subsidiary of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario to oversee online gaming. -
Year Event 2019 Legalization of Sports Betting: Ontario permits sports betting, enhancing the gambling landscape.
💥 2021-Present: The New Era of Online Casinos
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Year Event 2021 Launch of NEW Online Casinos: Numerous new online platforms enter the Ontario market. -
Year Event 2023 Ongoing Enhancements in Regulation: Continuous updates to ensure fair play and player security.