The proposed Hamilton casino has been a controversial subject due to its potential effects on the social environment of the city, but the proposal has also caused a high level of controversy at Hamilton city hall between councilors. The latest controversy involves comments by Councilor Sam Merulla, a vocal opponent of the casino, who…
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Ever since the Black Friday poker scandal US poker players have been legally unable to make real-money bets on online poker sites. But in Canada, online poker is legal and professional poker players who make a living off of the games they play have been migrating north of the border to keep their lifestyle alive. …
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Alberta Wildrose Party leader Danielle Smith is no stranger to controversy. She found herself in a heated dispute with Edmonton Mayor Stephen Mandel shortly after being elected as party leader, and was dogged by inappropriate comments her candidates made in the last Alberta election that many experts say cost the Wildrose the election. Despite her…
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Ever since they last won the World Series in 1993, the Toronto Blue Jays have hardly been considered favourites to win again – a curse that seemed to haunt all of Toronto’s teams for years. However, after a number of high-profile player acquisitions this off-season, bookmakers have finally put the odds in favour of the…
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British Columbia will once again host its annual Responsible Gambling Awareness Month throughout January, 2013, with various communities hosting events throughout the month. These events are part of a joint effort to educate BC residents about the risks associated with gambling – while also discussing future gambling expansion plans. The campaign was created as a…
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Canada’s Amaya Gaming Group has received a boost in its profile after the announcement of a global licensing agreement with Playboy Enterprises. Both companies are seen as titans in their respective industries, and this new collaboration will see Amaya online poker and lottery games developed using the iconic Playboy brand in permitted markets around the…
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The OLG-proposed Toronto casino has been debated by politicians, casino operators, and business legal councilors – but now the public gets to be heard. The city officially began the public consultation process on Friday December 14 with the launch of a website devoted to the consultation. The site will include an online survey asking for…
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OLG casino plans across Ontario could be dashed after all if the PC party forms the next government at Queen’s Park. Speaking at the Rideau Carlton Raceway in Ottawa – a site in strong consideration for the Ottawa casino – PC MPP Lisa MacLeod and two of her colleagues said a PC elected government would…
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How do you know which type of game provides you the greatest odds of winning? Believe it or not your personality fits the gameplay style of certain games over others, and if you plan on playing in a casino – either land-based or online – you may want to consider that before placing a bet. …
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There has been lots of debate surrounding proposed changes to Canada’s sportsbetting laws, with professional opinion in favour of legalizing single game bets. Casinos, law enforcement, and problem gambling councilors have all expressed support for Bill C-290 to Canada’s Senate – and public opinion is finally weighing in. Despite the outspoken opposition to the changes…
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