Gambling Weekly News Summary in Canada – 2025/04/12
PENN Launches theScore Casino app in Ontario
Gambling and entertainment company PENN Entertainment has announced the recent launch of its online casino app theScore Casino, in the Ontario market.
PENN’s launch of what it describes as a stand-alone iCasino app takes on its existing Canadian sportsbook brand, theScore Bet. Sportsbook users can also use their credentials to access the new casino.
theScore Casino will be available on Android, iOS, and desktop devices and will offer various title games from PENN’s in-house gaming studio PENN Game Studios, as well as slot, table games, and live dealer content.
Players will also be able to access exclusive games from theScore Bet’s partnership with MLB team the Toronto Blue Jays, including Blue Jays Blackjack.
“We’re excited to introduce our dedicated iCasino product in Ontario under the well-known and trusted theScore brand,” said Aaron LaBerge, Chief Technology Officer and Head of Interactive, PENN Entertainment. “We’ve built a strong online gaming foothold in the Ontario market and are primed to deliver an even better casino experience with our proven stand-alone app. Our customer-friendly platform features more than 1,200 games, dozens of original titles and intuitive game play that distinguishes our product and positions us for even greater success.”
ToonieBet to Become Official Casino Partner of the Ottawa Senators
The National Hockey League team, the Ottawa Senators, has announced its new official casino partner, ToonieBet.
“We are thrilled to welcome ToonieBet as an official partner of the Ottawa Senators,” said Martin Ballard, Vice President of Corporate Partnerships for the Senators. “Cooperating with a brand that shares our commitment to providing fans with an exceptional experience is incredibly exciting. Together, we look forward to delivering memorable moments and engaging our passionate fanbase in new and innovative ways.”
ToonieBet is a gaming brand of casino and sportsbook operator Soft2Bet which was granted its gaming license from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario in March 2024.
The Ottawa Senators’ collaboration with Tooniebet involves ToonieBet branding posted throughout the Sen’s social and digital platforms, as well as appearing on regional broadcasts and dashboards. Fans can also experience exclusive contests and giveaways hosted by ToonieBet, which include the chance to win Sens merchandise and tickets.
Playnetic Granted Supplier Gaming License by AGCO
Online content provider Playnetic has expanded into the Canadian market after securing its first supplier license from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO).
Playnetic is now able to supply operators in Ontario with its gaming library. It is eyeing further expansions throughout the country, including Alberta, which has recently introduced its own bill (Bill 48) at the end of March that would regulate iGaming in the province.
Playnetic also announced that it would attend the SBC Canadian Gaming Summit between June 17-19.
Dan Phillips, Chief Executive Officer at Playnetic, said, “Acquiring AGCO approval for our gaming-related supplier application is undoubtedly a big step for Playnetic. The new license not only secures our first Canadian market entry, but also reaffirms Playnetic’s position as a trusted provider in iGaming and underlines our commitment to compliance and operational excellence.”
Ziv (Steve) Chen
CEO at Major League Content
Ziv has been working in the iGaming industry for more than two decades, serving in senior roles in software developers like Playtech and Microgaming. He then followed his lifelong passion of writing and became a fulltime journalist, covering casinos, sports betting, legislation and other gambling topics and news with a specialty in North America.
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