Ontario iGaming registration (AGCO and iGaming Ontario)
Canada’s first open, regulated iGaming market, live since April 4, 2022. Operators register with the AGCO and sign an operating agreement with iGaming Ontario; gaming-related suppliers register with the AGCO.
- Best for
- Regulated access to Ontario players
- Who can be licensed
- B2C operators and B2B suppliers
- Markets it serves
- Canada
Ontario has run an open, regulated iGaming market since April 4, 2022. Operators register with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) and sign an operating agreement with iGaming Ontario; gaming-related suppliers register with the AGCO before working with Ontario operators. No Ontario company is required, but the entity and its key persons go through AGCO due diligence under the Registrar's Standards for Internet Gaming. Plan for 4–6 months. Cryptocurrency cannot be accepted.
- Status
- Licensing open
- Regulator
- Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario
- Legal basis
- Gaming Control Act, 1992 and the Registrar’s Standards for Internet Gaming
- Status checked
- October 16, 2026
Two registrations and one agreement
The AGCO regulates; iGaming Ontario contracts with operators and runs the market commercially.
Operator registration
AGCO registration as an internet gaming operator, covering casino, sports and event betting and poker for players in Ontario.
iGO operating agreement
The commercial agreement with iGaming Ontario: revenue share, reporting, technical integration and responsible gambling duties.
Supplier registration
AGCO registration as a gaming-related supplier for platforms, game studios, live studios and other critical services.
What the AGCO expects
Due diligence
Investigation of the company, owners, directors and key persons, including financial background and integrity.
Registrar’s Standards
Compliance with the Standards for Internet Gaming on operations, game integrity, player protection and security.
Testing
Independent testing and certification of games and gaming systems by recognized labs.
AML
An AML program meeting federal FINTRAC obligations and the AGCO standards.
Responsible gambling
Player limits, self-exclusion, and RG tools and training as required by the Standards and iGO.
Advertising
Marketing within the AGCO rules (see below), including for affiliates acting on the operator’s behalf.
How the application runs
Plan for 4–6 months from a complete application, depending on the AGCO investigation and your readiness for go-live testing.
- 1ReadinessGap review against the Registrar’s Standards and the iGO requirements.
- 2RegistrationAGCO application with disclosures for the company and key persons.
- 3InvestigationAGCO due diligence and questions.
- 4AgreementOperating agreement with iGaming Ontario (operators).
- 5Go-liveTesting, integration with iGO and launch.
Ongoing obligations
- Ongoing compliance with the Registrar’s Standards for Internet Gaming
- Revenue share and reporting to iGaming Ontario
- AML reporting and responsible gambling controls
- Advertising rules, including for affiliates
- Notification of changes to ownership, key persons and suppliers
- Registration renewals with the AGCO
Advertising rules
No athletes
Since February 28, 2024, active or retired athletes may not appear in gambling advertising, except in responsible gambling messages.
Bonuses
Inducements and bonuses may not be advertised in public channels; offers go only to consenting players through the operator’s own channels.
No appeal to minors
Celebrities and content likely to appeal to minors are prohibited.
Affiliates
Operators are responsible for the advertising of affiliates working on their behalf.
Frequently asked questions
Do suppliers need to register in Ontario?
Yes. Gaming-related suppliers register with the AGCO before working with Ontario operators.
Do I need an Ontario company?
No, but the entity and its key persons go through AGCO due diligence.
How long does registration take?
Plan for 4–6 months from a complete application, including the AGCO investigation and go-live testing.
How are operators taxed?
Through the revenue share in the iGaming Ontario operating agreement, publicly reported at 20% of gaming revenue, on top of normal corporate taxes.
Can athletes appear in my ads?
No. Since February 2024 athletes may appear only in responsible gambling messages.
Can I serve Ontario with an offshore license?
No. Only AGCO-registered operators with an iGO agreement may serve Ontario players.
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