🕰️ Historical Overview of Online Casino Legality in Canada
📅 1996 – The Beginning of Online Gambling
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Event Description Introduction of Online Casinos The first online casinos began to emerge, paving the way for the future of online gambling in Canada.
📅 2005 – Regulatory Developments
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Event Description Bill C-21 Enacted Canada passed Bill C-21, which allowed provinces to regulate online gambling.
📅 2010 – Growth of Online Gambling
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Event Description Provincial Platforms Launch Several provinces launched their own online gambling platforms, establishing a legal framework for online casinos.
📅 2019 – Landmark Regulations
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Event Description Federal Guidelines The federal government released guidelines to refine online gambling regulations for provinces.
📅 2023 – Current Landscape
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Event Description Expansion of Legal Platforms More provinces expanded their online casino offerings, including live dealer games and sports betting.
🔗 Further Reading
- Canadian Revenue Agency – Taxation rules on gambling winnings.
- Gambling Commission – Licensing regulations for gambling in Canada.
