Canadian Gambling Digest

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1 Canadian Gambling Digest Prepared by the Responsible Gambling Council on behalf of the Canadian Partnership for Responsible Gambling. August, 215. Canadian Gambling Digest Introduction a

2 Table of Contents 1 Introduction 2 Venues, Games, Charitable Gaming Licences 6 Revenues 12 Revenue Distributions 15 Gambling Participation 16 Problem Gambling Prevalence 17 Problem Gambling Assistance 18 On-site Information and Support at Gaming Venues 2 Organization and Management of Gambling in Canada 47 References 5 Glossary List of Tables 2 Table 1. Venues and Designated Gaming Areas 3 Table 2. Games 4 Table 3. Type of Internet Gaming Available 4 Table 4. Number of Lottery Ticket Terminals Available 4 Table 5. Venues, Gaming Areas, and Games per 1, People Table 6. Charitable Gaming Licences 6 Table 7. Total Government-operated Gaming Revenue 7 Table 8. Total Horse Racing Revenue 8 Table 9. Total Charity-operated Gaming Revenue 9 Table 1. Net Gaming Revenue to Government 11 Table 11. Net Gaming Revenue to Charitable Organizations 12 Table 12. Distributions to Charity, Problem Gambling, and Responsible Gaming 14 Table 13. How Problem Gambling Distributions were Determined 15 Table 14. Gambling Participation 16 Table 15. Problem Gambling Prevalence 17 Table 16. Helpline Calls and Counselling 18 Table 17. On-site Information and Support at Gaming Venues List of Figures 7 Figure 1. Total Government-operated Gaming Revenue per Person Figure 2. Percentage of Provincial Revenue Derived from Gaming 13 Figure 3. Percentage of Government Gaming Revenue Distributed to Problem Gambling 13 Figure 4. Amount of Government Gaming Revenue Distributed to Problem Gambling per Person Figure 5. Percentage of Problem Gambling Distributions Allocated to Awareness, Research, and Treatment

3 Introduction The Partnership In 24, a group of non-profit organizations, gaming providers, and gaming regulators came together to form the Canadian Partnership for Responsible Gambling (CPRG). The first priority of the Partnership was the assembly of reliable and accurate gambling-related information across the country. The result was the Canadian Gambling Digest, an annual report of statistics related to gambling in each of the ten Canadian provinces. This edition of the Digest is the twelfth report released to date. The Report The Digest is arranged by subject matter, starting with general industry data (venues, games, charitable gaming licences), followed by revenues; revenue distributions; gambling participation; problem gambling prevalence; problem gambling assistance; and on-site information and support at gaming venues. Data in each section are presented in tables and figures. Accompanying text describes the data and highlights some of its more salient features. While considerable effort is made to ensure that the data in a given table or figure are comparable across provinces, this is not always possible due to differences in record keeping and other factors. Unless stated otherwise, all data in this edition of the Digest pertain to fiscal (April 1 st, 213 to March 31 st, 214). Revenues have been rounded off to the nearest thousand. After the quantitative component of the report, there is a section entitled, Organization and Management of Gambling in Canada. This section provides an overview of the operation, regulation and management of gambling in each province, and is designed to give readers a more encompassing look at the similarities and differences in how gambling is run across the country. Data Sources Information in the Digest is obtained from annual reports, previous Digests, other publicly available documents, websites, and extensive direct contact with gaming providers, regulators, and other individuals from various organizations and government departments. Data that are unavailable at the time of publication are denoted throughout the report as unavailable. Further detail about the information presented in the report may be found in the documents listed in the References section. A glossary of some of the terms used throughout the report may be found at the end of the document. Canadian Gambling Digest Introduction 1

4 Venues, Games, Charitable Gaming Licences The number of gaming venues that were available across the country in is shown in Table 1. There were approximately 34,955 venues in total. Québec and Ontario had the highest number of venues (1,448 and 9,992); Prince Edward Island had the lowest (214). Table 1. Venues and Designated Gaming Areas BC AB SK MB ON QC NB NS PE NL Population 18+ Bingo Facilities or Designated Areas 3,743,23 3,132, , ,17 1,855,47 6,633, , ,79 116, ,783 Total Bingo Facilities/Areas Casinos First Nation (On Reserve) Non-First Nation Total Casinos Electronic Gaming Machine (EGM) Venues Bars, Lounges, etc. with VLTs , Bingo Facilities with Slots or VLTs 19 5 Casinos with Slots Racetracks with Slots or VLTs Total EGM Venues , Electronic Keno Designated Areas Total Electronic Keno Areas 3, Horse Racing Venues Major Racetracks Minor Racetracks Teletheatres Total Horse Racing Venues Lottery Ticket Outlets Total Lottery Ticket Outlets 3,748 2, ,82 8, , Player-banked Poker Designated Areas Days Used per Month 3 Unavailable Unavailable Total Poker Areas 17 Unavailable Sports Betting Designated Areas Days Used per Month 3 Total Sports Betting Areas 2 Total Venues ,818 3,652 1,57 1,387 9,992 1,448 1,151 1, ,364 Total Venues ,874 3,652 1,489 1,398 1,11 1,471 1,131 1, ,358 % Change Total venues : 34,955. Total venues : 35,21. Overall change: -.2%. Note: Total Venues may not equal its subtotals because some venues (e.g., keno) are contained within other venues and are therefore not counted twice. Bingo facilities are venues designated for bingo full-time (e.g., bingo association halls). Casinos are permanent, and include those termed Aboriginal, charity, commercial, community, destination, exhibition, First Nation, and government-run. Horse racing venues are facilities issued at least one permit by the Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency (CPMA) to conduct pari-mutuel betting in fiscal Figures do not include facilities issued permits that did not ultimately conduct any pari-mutuel activity during the period that the permits were valid for. Major racetracks are those that held 15 or more live days of racing in ; minor racetracks are those that held fewer than There are no designated bingo halls in Manitoba. The two reported here are in casinos. 2 Twenty of these bingo facilities were Kinzo venues. 3 Includes two gaming halls, which were not counted as casinos in previous editions of the Digest. All six venues reported here are referred to as State Casinos. 4 Includes First Nations sites. 5 There are legions in Nova Scotia that offer bingo and VLTs, but their revenues go to First Nations. The sites are included in Bars, Lounges, etc. with VLTs above. 6 The Province s two racetracks with slot machines are considered to be racecourse casinos or casinos co-located at a racetrack. Thus, they are included in Casinos with Slots above. 7 While there were two racetracks with VLTs in New Brunswick in , they are considered to be part of the Bars, Lounges, etc. with VLTs network. 8 The two racetracks with slot machines are considered to be casinos located at a racetrack. (Both the casinos and the racetracks are operated by Atlantic Lottery.) As such, they are included in Casinos with Slots above. Canadian Gambling Digest Venues 2

5 Table 2 presents the availability of specific types of games across the country in In total, there were approximately 19,141 games overall. The highest number was in Ontario and Alberta (27,219 and 21,354); the lowest was in Prince Edward Island (524). Table 2. Games BC AB SK MB ON QC NB NS PE NL Population 18+ 3,743,23 3,132, , ,17 1,855,47 6,633, , ,79 116, ,783 Electronic Break Open/Pull-tab Units Handheld Devices Terminals 47 Total Electronic Break Open/Pull-tab Units 47 Electronic Bingo Units Handheld Devices (e.g., Digi) 568 Terminals (e.g., Kinzo) 4, ,45 Total Electronic Bingo Units 4,69 1, ,45 Electronic Gaming Machines (EGMs) Slots or VLTs at Bingo Facilities 2,83 Slots at Casinos 9, , ,927 3,274 11,974 6, Slots or VLTs at Racetracks ,224 VLTs at Bars, Lounges, etc. 5,989 3,96 6, ,46 1, , ,944 Total EGMs 12,71 19,472 6,887 9,622 22,198 17,614 2,592 3, ,944 Gaming Tables Electronic Live Total Gaming Tables , Internet Gaming Internet Gaming Available Yes No No Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Total Games ,293 21,354 6,972 9,755 27,219 17,813 2,618 3, ,944 Total Games ,61 21,29 6,942 9, ,137 17,761 2,65 3, ,921 % Change Total games : 19,141. Total games : 15,492 (restated). Overall change: +3.5%. 1 These units are both bingo terminals and slot machines. As such, they are also included in Slots at Casinos. They are not counted twice, however, in Total Games. 2 Includes the 475 slot machines at Fraser Downs Racetrack & Casino, and the 596 slot machines at Hastings Racecourse Casino. Also includes electronic gaming tables, as does the figure above. 3 Does not include the 1,151 slot machines at summer fair casinos or other temporary exhibitions. 4 Includes First Nations VLTs. 5 These are considered both electronic gaming tables and slot machines. As such, they are also included in Slots at Casinos above but are not counted twice in Total Games below. 6 Some live gaming tables have electronic TouchBet roulette and/or baccarat terminals. The terminals are attached to the tables, though, and cannot run independently of them. 7 Restated, as the number of electronic gaming tables reported in should have been reported as zero, and the total number of gaming tables should have been reported as 132. Canadian Gambling Digest Games 3

6 Lottery Games Table 3. Type of Internet Gaming Available BC AB SK MB ON QC NB NS PE NL Instant Win/Scratch Lottery Tickets Other Games Bingo Casino Slots Casino Table Games Ingenio Player-banked Poker Sports Betting (other than lottery) Video Poker Table 4. Number of Lottery Ticket Terminals Available BC AB SK MB ON QC NB NS PE NL Population 18+ 3,743,23 3,132, , ,17 1,855,47 6,633, , ,79 116, ,783 Self-service Terminals 1, Retailer Terminals 3,77 2, ,15 8, , Total Terminals ,57 2, ,15 8, , Total Terminals ,644 2, ,126 8, , % Change Total terminals : 3,864. Total terminals : 3,951. Overall change: -.3%. The number of venues, designated gaming areas, and games that were available per 1, people 18+ across Canada in is shown in Table 5. EGMs as well as lottery ticket terminals and outlets had the highest per capita numbers overall. Table 5. Venues, Gaming Areas, and Games per 1, People 18+ BC AB SK MB ON QC NB NS PE NL Venues Bingo Facilities/Areas Casinos EGM Venues Electronic Keno Areas Horse Racing Venues Lottery Ticket Outlets Player-banked Poker Areas.5 Unavailable Sports Betting Areas Games Electronic Break Open/Pull-tab Units Electronic Bingo Units EGMs Gaming Tables Lottery Ticket Terminals Average per capita figures of the above data are as follows: Bingo facilities:.5. Casinos:.5. EGM venues: Electronic keno venues: Horse racing venues:.9. Lottery ticket outlets: Poker rooms or areas:.3. Sports betting rooms or areas:.. Electronic break open/pull-tab units:.4. Electronic bingo units: EGMs: Gaming tables: 8.4. Lottery ticket terminals: Note: Some venues in Table 5 (e.g., electronic keno) are contained within other venues and, as a result, there may be overlap between categories. Also, the age at which it is legal to gamble varies across provinces and gaming activities. For example, to gamble at casinos in Alberta, Manitoba, and Québec, one must be 18. In all other provinces, one must be 19. Canadian Gambling Digest Venues and Games per 1, 18+ 4

7 Table 6 shows the number of charitable gaming licences that were issued across Canada in As can be seen, the greatest number of licences was generally issued for raffles and bingo. Across the country overall, at least 5,993 licences were issued in total. Table 6. Charitable Gaming Licences BC AB SK MB ON QC NB NS PE NL Population 18+ 3,743,23 3,132, , ,17 1,855,47 6,633, , ,79 116, ,783 Bingo 317 1, ,465 1, Break Open / Pull-tickets Unavailable Casinos 36 3, Poker Raffles 9,886 1,42 3, , , ,434 Other , Total Licences ,341 15,55 4, , , ,86 8 6,55 1,13 3,243 8 Total Licences ,12 15,472 3, ,95 2,939 1,22 6,445 1,98 1,851 % Change Total licences : 5,993. Total licences : 5,78. Overall change: +.6%. Note: Figures may be estimates only and may exclude licences issued by First Nations and local municipalities. They may also exclude licences issued to organizations that were not required to submit financial reports for their gaming operations, due to the small value of prizes awarded and/or the revenues raised. Figures generally include licences for charitable gaming activities with gross sales under $1,. The three exceptions are in Manitoba, where they include licences for raffles with anticipated gross revenue over $5,; Ontario, where they include licences for raffles with prizes valued at over $5,; and Nova Scotia, where they include licences for raffles with prize payouts of $5 and over. Casino licences may be for social occasion casinos (British Columbia), table games at ongoing charitable casinos (Alberta), or Monte Carlo nights (Saskatchewan, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador). Some provinces may permit poker to be played at certain charitable gaming events, but they do not issue licences for poker specifically. In some provinces, Total Licences may not equal its subtotals due to overlap between categories. Bingo licences, for example, sometimes include licences for combined bingo events/break open events, which may also be included in licences for Break Open / Pull-tickets. 1 Includes licences for combined bingo events/break open events. 2 Licences for combined bingo events/break open events only. 3 Only includes licences issued by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO); that is, raffles with total prizes over $5,. 4 Includes licences issued by the Saskatchewan Liquor & Gaming Authority (SLGA) that combine games (e.g., bingo and break open). Also includes licenses issued for table games by the Indigenous Gaming Regulators (IGR). 5 All figures include licenses issued by the SLGA and the IGR. 6 In addition to these licences, 1,351 licences were issued to organizations that, due to reporting thresholds, were not required to submit financial reports or licence fees (46 for bingo, 9 for break open, 1,282 for raffles, 6 for Texas Hold em poker, 1 for media bingo, and seven for other activities). 7 The above figures reflect licences issued by the AGCO only. They do not include licences issued by municipalities or First Nations. 8 Figure does not equal its subtotals because licences for combined bingo events/break open events are included in both Bingo licences and Break Open / Pull-ticket licences and are therefore not counted twice. Canadian Gambling Digest Charitable Gaming Licences 5

8 Revenues Table 7 shows the amount of revenue that was generated from government-operated gaming across Canada in (revenue measured as wagers less prize payouts, before operating expenses deducted). As can be seen, revenues were highest in Ontario ($4,682,322,) and lowest in Prince Edward Island ($44,824,). Across Canada overall, approximately $13,674,359, was generated in total. Table 7. Total Government-operated Gaming Revenue (Revenue after prizes paid, before expenses deducted) BC AB SK MB ON QC NB NS PE NL Population 18+ 3,743,23 3,132, , ,17 1,855,47 6,633, , ,79 116, ,783 Bingo Total Bingo Revenue 249,735, 11,325, 1 2 2,572, 3 53,738, 16,875, Casinos Total Casino Revenue 1,371,988, 1,178,69, 1 348,465, 247,491, 3 1,52,577, 4 718,172, Unavailable 71,46, 12,882, Electronic Gaming Machines (EGMs) Slots or VLTs at Bingo Facilities 236,127, 5 Slots at Casinos 899,225, 5 1,178,69, 325,896, 222,128, 3 1,98,745, 546,75, Unavailable 6,64, 11,634, Slots at Racetracks 42,23, 1,585,638, VLTs at Bars, Lounges, etc. 611,89, 239,77, 3,52, 3 94,682, 128,34, 3 15,887, 6 17,335, 122,797, VLTs at Racetracks 6,157, Total EGM Revenue 1,135,352, 1,832,72, 564,973, 528,787, 2,684,383, 1,487,432, 128,34, 166,527, 28,969, 122,797, Internet Gaming Lottery Tickets Unavailable Unavailable 16,, 1,454, 2,136, 35, 1,492, Other Unavailable Unavailable 25,881, 667, 1,197, 118, 1,29, Total Internet Gaming Revenue Unavailable Unavailable 41,881, 2,121, 3,333, 468, 2,521, Lottery Tickets Internet Unavailable Unavailable 16,, 1,454, 2,136, 35, 1,492, Other Unavailable 413,146, 95,78, Unavailable 1,522,369, 798,246, 71,848, 91,5, 14,139, 99,794, Total Lottery Ticket Revenue 57,891, 7 413,146, 95,78, 15,726, 1,522,369, 814,246, 73,32, 93,141, 14,489, 11,285, Total Revenue ,129,614, 2,257,173, 683,322, 662,448, 4,682,322, 2,515,856, 22,3, 271,685, 44,824, 225,112, Total Revenue ,82,343, 2,227,79, 695,938, 672,785, 4,726,816, 2,626,745, 22,822, 279,39, 44,227, 216,76, % Change Total revenue : $13,674,359,. Total revenue : $13,775,535,. Overall change: -.7%. Note: Revenue measured as wagers less prize payouts, before operating expenses deducted. Figures rounded off to the nearest thousand. Total Revenue may not equal its subtotals in some provinces due to overlap between categories. For example, Total Casino Revenue includes revenue from casino slot machines, which also appears in Slots at Casinos. 1 Alberta has adopted a charitable gaming model for its bingo and casino operations. Its electronic bingo and casino slot machines are conducted and managed by the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission (AGLC), while its paper bingo and casino table games are conducted and managed by charitable and religious organizations through a licence granted by the AGLC. As such, only revenue from electronic bingo and casino slot machines is included in Table 7 (including revenue from slot machines at summer fair casinos and other temporary exhibitions). Revenue from paper bingo and casino table games is included in Table 9. 2 There were no bingo revenues reported for Saskatchewan in even though there were bingo facilities (Table 1) because all bingo revenues went to charity, not to government. 3 Includes revenue from First Nations sites. 4 Figure does not include table game revenue from Great Blue Heron Charity Casino, an Aboriginal casino owned by the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. Its table games are conducted and managed by a non-profit charitable association, not the Crown Corporation that conducts and manages its slot facility. 5 Includes revenue from electronic gaming tables. 6 Does not include revenue from First Nations sites. 7 Includes revenue from lottery tickets and egaming. Canadian Gambling Digest Total Revenues 6

9 The amount of government-operated gaming revenue that was generated per person 18 years and over in is presented in Figure 1. As shown, among the provinces where the data are available, the amount ranged from a low of $35 in Nova Scotia to a high of $799 in Saskatchewan. Across Canada, the average was $ Figure 1. Total Government-operated Gaming Revenue per Person 18+ (Revenue after prizes paid, before expenses deducted) : $ : $ BC AB SK MB ON QC NS PE NL Average : $536. Average : $545. Overall change: -1.7%. Note: figures represent Total Revenue in Table 7 divided by the population figures taken from Canadian Gambling Digest (CPRG, 214). The data should be interpreted with caution, as the age at which it is legal to gamble varies across provinces and gaming activities. For example, to gamble at casinos in Alberta, Manitoba, and Québec, one must be 18; in all other provinces, one must be 19. Table 8 presents the amount of revenue that was generated from horse race wagering at racetracks and teletheatres across the country in (revenue measured as wagers less prize payouts, before operating expenses deducted). As can be seen, revenue was highest in Ontario ($2,52,) and lowest in Newfoundland and Labrador ($22,). Total horse racing revenue was approximately $35,56, across Canada overall. Table 8. Total Horse Racing Revenue (Revenue after prizes paid, before expenses deducted) BC AB SK MB ON QC NB NS PE NL Population 18+ 3,743,23 3,132, , ,17 1,855,47 6,633, , ,79 116, ,783 Total Revenue ,998, 33,562, 2,622, 6,684, 2,52, 2,144, 1,96, 2,78, 1,898, 22, Total Revenue ,394, 35,416, 2,691, 7,155, 221,51, 12,715, 1,343, 2,789, 1,911, 317, % Change Total revenue : $35,56,. Total revenue : $322,782,. Overall change: -5.5%. Note: Revenue measured as wagers less prize payouts, before operating expenses deducted. Figures rounded off to the nearest thousand. Canadian Gambling Digest Total Revenues 7

10 The amount of revenue that was generated from charity-operated gaming across Canada in is presented in Table 9 (revenue measured as wagers less prize payouts, before operating expenses deducted). Although difficult to calculate exactly because some data are not available in a few provinces, total charity-operated gaming revenue across the country was at least $1,56,331, in The highest revenues were in Ontario and Alberta ($381,898, and $378,619,). Table 9. Total Charity-operated Gaming Revenue (Revenue after prizes paid, before expenses deducted) BC AB SK MB ON QC NB NS PE NL Population 18+ 3,743,23 3,132, , ,17 1,855,47 6,633, , ,79 116, ,783 Bingo 3,313, 37,21, 1 6,372, 8,9, 115,658, 22,846, 1,293, 2 12,713, 1,427, 12,324, 2 Break Open / Pull-tickets 24,812, 868, 1,, 1,323, 6,494, 452, 3 771, 38, 6,799, 2 Casinos 27, 214,611, 1 31, 29, Unavailable 3, Poker 177, 22,812, 4 145, 3, 77, Raffles 73,573, 11,995, 3,868, 21,, 165,917, 5 26,748, 15,298, 17,94, Unavailable 11,133, Other 388, 1,621, 1, Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable 783, Total Revenue ,478, 378,619, 6 48,95, 31,2, 7 381,898, 8 56,88, 25,697, 9 3,578, Unavailable 24,43, 9 Total Revenue ,849, 351,47, 46,558, 31,8, 44,818, 61,444, 23,273, 31,432, Unavailable 2,796, % Change N/A 17.3 Total revenue : $1,56,331,. Total revenue : $1,5,546,. Overall change: +.6%. Note: Revenue measured as wagers less prize payouts, before operating expenses deducted. Figures rounded off to the nearest thousand. Data should be interpreted with caution, as charitable organizations are not always required to submit financial reports for their gaming operations. It often depends on the amount of revenue raised and/or the value of prizes awarded. Figures generally include charitable gaming activities with gross sales under $1, except in Manitoba (where they include raffles with anticipated gross revenues over $5,) and Nova Scotia (where they include raffles with prize payouts of $5 and over). Figures may be estimates only and may exclude revenues generated from the gaming operations of First Nations and local municipalities. 1 Alberta has adopted a charitable gaming model for its bingo and casino operations. Its electronic bingo and casino slot machines are conducted and managed by the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission (AGLC), while its paper bingo and casino table games are conducted and managed by charitable and religious organizations through a licence granted by the AGLC. As such, bingo and casino revenue in Table 9 includes revenue from all paper bingo and casino table games in the Province, respectively. Revenues from electronic bingo and casino slot machines are included in Table 7. 2 Includes revenue from combined bingo events/break open events. 3 Revenue for combined bingo events/break open events only. 4 While Alberta does not issue licences for charitable poker events, charities receive the rake (maximum $5 per hand or 1% from tournaments) from all poker games played at gaming venues in the Province (e.g., casinos). 5 Includes revenue from raffles issued by municipalities and the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), including raffles under $1,. Does not include revenue from licences issued by First Nations. 6 Figure does not equal its subtotals because poker revenue is included in casino revenue and is therefore not counted twice. 7 Figure does not equal its subtotals due to rounding. 8 All Ontario figures are estimates only. 9 Figure does not equal its subtotals because revenue for combined bingo events/break open events is included in both Bingo revenue and Break Open / Pull-ticket revenue and is therefore not counted twice. Canadian Gambling Digest Total Revenues 8

11 Table 1 shows the net amount of gaming revenue that went to provincial governments across the country in (revenue measured as wagers less prize payouts and operating expenses). The highest revenues went to Ontario and Alberta ($1,923,149, and $1,718,182,). Across Canada, total net gaming revenue to government was approximately $7,184,14,. Table 1. Net Gaming Revenue to Government (Revenue after prizes and expenses paid) BC AB SK MB ON QC NB NS PE NL Population 18+ 3,743,23 3,132, , ,17 1,855,47 6,633, , ,79 116, ,783 Bingo Total Bingo Revenue Unavailable 7,686, , 2-3,5, Casinos Total Casino Revenue Unavailable 821,724, 1 12,753, 77,85, 3 144,839, 4 16,14, 23,85, 27,526, Unavailable Electronic Gaming Machines (EGMs) Slots or VLTs at Bingo Facilities Unavailable Slots at Casinos Unavailable 821,724, Unavailable 164,69, 5 Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable 26,53, Unavailable Slots at Racetracks 35,786, 893,571, VLTs at Bars, Lounges, etc. 514,61, 175,212, 15,164, 5 572,877, Unavailable 64,16,5 Unavailable Unavailable VLTs at Racetracks 6 Total EGM Revenue Unavailable 1,372,12, 175,212, 314,233, 893,571, 572,877, Unavailable 9,213, Unavailable Unavailable Internet Gaming Lottery Tickets Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Other Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Total Internet Gaming Revenue Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Lottery Tickets Internet Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Other Unavailable 338,376, 7,54, 7 Unavailable 884,739, Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Total Lottery Ticket Revenue 34,126, 338,376, 7,54, 5,44, 884,739, 414,133, 36,642, 8 46,413, 8 4,884, 8 47,929, 8 Total Revenue $1,174,6, $1,718,182, 33,55, 364,93, 1,923,149, 1,144,145, Unavailable 138,99, Unavailable Unavailable Total Revenue ,127,65, 1,691,291, 323,342, 45,966, 1,775,85, 1,282,436, Unavailable 141,577, Unavailable Unavailable % Change N/A -2.5 N/A N/A Total revenue : $7,184,14,. Total revenue : $7,976,924,. Overall change: -9.9%. Note: Revenue measured as wagers less prize payouts and operating expenses. Figures rounded off to the nearest thousand and may be estimates only. They may also include win tax and/or revenue from food, beverage, and other items. Total Revenue may not equal its subtotals in some provinces due to overlap between categories. For example, Total Casino Revenue includes revenue from casino slots machines, which also appears in Slots at Casinos. The amount of horse racing (tax) revenue that went to provincial governments in is unavailable. 1 Alberta has adopted a charitable gaming model for its bingo and casino operations. Its electronic bingo and casino slot machines are conducted and managed by the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission (AGLC), while its paper bingo and casino table games are conducted and managed by charitable and religious organizations through a licence granted by the AGLC. As such, only net revenue from electronic bingo and casino slot machines is included in Table 1 (including revenue from slot machines at summer fair casinos and other temporary exhibitions). Net revenue from paper bingo and casino table games is included in Table All revenues went to charity, not to government. 3 Does not include revenue from First Nations sites. Figure is lower than casino slot revenue below because there are more expenses deducted from it. 4 Figure does not include table game revenue from Great Blue Heron Charity Casino, an Aboriginal casino owned by the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. Its table games are conducted and managed by a non-profit charitable association, not the Crown Corporation that conducts and manages its slot facility. 5 Does not include revenue from First Nations sites. 6 No revenues from VLTs at racetracks were allocated to the Provincial government in , due to an agreement with the Manitoba Jockey Club Inc. that allowed the revenue generated from VLTs at Assiniboia Downs to go to the horse racing industry. 7 Licensing fee--the only lottery revenue that goes to the Provincial government in Saskatchewan. 8 Also includes revenue from other forms of Internet gaming besides lottery tickets. Canadian Gambling Digest Net Revenues 9

12 Figure 2 shows the percentage of overall provincial revenue that was derived specifically from gaming in Among those provinces where the data are available, the percentage was highest in Alberta (3.48) and lowest in Quebec (1.23). The average across the country was Figure 2. Percentage of Provincial Revenue Derived from Gaming : 2.41% : 2.16% BC AB SK MB ON QC NS Average : 2.16%. Average : 2.41%. Overall change: -1.5%. Note: data calculated from Table 1 and provincial public accounts data taken from Canadian Gambling Digest (CPRG, 214). Canadian Gambling Digest Net Revenues 1

13 Table 11 shows the net amount of revenue that went to charitable organizations from their gaming operations across Canada in (revenue measured as wagers less prize payouts and operating expenses). As can be seen, based on the data available, charitable revenues were highest in Alberta and Ontario ($163,227, and $155,298,). Across the country, charitable organizations earned at least $489,19, in Table 11. Net Gaming Revenue to Charitable Organizations (Revenue after prizes and expenses paid) BC AB SK MB ON QC NB NS PE NL Population 18+ 3,743,23 3,132, , ,17 1,855,47 6,633, , ,79 116, ,783 Bingo 1,989, 3,734, 1 3,69, 4,2, 32,962, 12,198, 6,61, 2 8,37, 15, 5,186, 2 Break Open / Pull-tickets 18,173, 721, 7, 39,7, Unavailable 396, 3 637, Unavailable 3,48, 2 Casinos 23, 75,485, 1 9, 17, Unavailable 18, Poker 16, 5,69, 4 125, 1, 5, Raffles 31,727, 65,835, 17,866, 12,6, 83,266, 5 23,267, 11,62, 12,54, 1,357, 6,842, Other 284, 4,29, Unavailable 2,554, 614, Total Revenue ,129, 163,227, 6 26,71, 17,7, 7 155,298, 8 Unavailable 18,27, 9 21,547, 4,16, 12,756, 9 Total Revenue ,24, 144,98, 26,888, 19,7, 167,377, Unavailable 17,13, 22,349, Unavailable 12,972, % Change N/A N/A N/A Total revenue : $489,19,. Total revenue : $486,185,. Overall change: +.6%. Note: Revenue measured as wagers less prize payouts and operating expenses. Figures rounded off to the nearest thousand. Data should be interpreted with caution, as charitable organizations are not always required to submit financial reports for their gaming operations. It often depends on the amount of revenue raised and/or the value of prizes awarded. Figures generally include charitable gaming activities with gross sales under $1, except in Manitoba (where they include raffles with anticipated gross revenues over $5,) and Nova Scotia (where they include raffles with prize payouts of $5 and over). Figures may be estimates only and may exclude revenue from the gaming operations of First Nations and local municipalities. 1 Alberta has adopted a charitable gaming model for its bingo and casino operations. Its electronic bingo and casino slot machines are conducted and managed by the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission (AGLC), while its paper bingo and casino table games are conducted and managed by charitable and religious organizations through a licence granted by the AGLC. As such, bingo and casino revenue in Table 11 includes revenue from all paper bingo and casino table games in the Province, respectively. Net revenue from electronic bingo and casino slot machines is included in Table 1. In addition to the revenue that charities earned from their bingo operations in , they also received commissions on electronic bingo and keno sales, as well as additional proceeds from electronic bingo and keno distributed through the Alberta Lottery Fund. For , this amounted to $7,575, from electronic bingo and $277, from keno. Charities also received commissions on revenue from government-operated slot machines and keno at casinos. These commissions were $173,352, and $26,, respectively. 2 Includes revenue for combined bingo events/break open events. 3 Revenue for combined bingo events/break open events only. 4 While Alberta does not issue licences for charitable poker events, charities receive the rake (maximum $5 per hand or 1% from tournaments) from all poker games played at gaming venues in the Province. 5 Includes raffles issued by municipalities and the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), including raffles under $1,. Does not include revenue from licences issued by First Nations. 6 Figure does not equal its subtotals because poker revenue is included in casino revenue and is therefore not counted twice. 7 Figure does not equal its subtotals due to rounding. 8 All Ontario figures are estimates only. 9 Figure does not equal its subtotals because revenue for combined bingo events/break open events is included in both Bingo revenue and Break Open / Pull-ticket revenue and is therefore not counted twice. Canadian Gambling Digest Net Revenues 11

14 Revenue Distributions Table 12 shows the amount of government gaming revenue that was distributed to charity, problem gambling, and responsible gaming across Canada in (Distributions reflect areas related to gaming provision only; there may be distributions to other areas not represented in the table.) Based on the available data, one can see that British Columbia and Ontario distributed the most to charity ($135,, and $128,3,), while Ontario and Québec distributed the most to both problem gambling ($38,74, and $22,,) and responsible gaming ($13,414, and $4,813,). Across Canada, total distributions to charity, problem gambling, and responsible gaming were at least $384,266,, $82,152,, and $31,21, respectively. Table 12. Distributions to Charity, Problem Gambling, and Responsible Gaming BC AB SK MB ON QC NB NS PE NL Population 18+ 3,743,23 3,132, , ,17 1,855,47 6,633, , ,79 116, ,783 Charity Distributions Total Charity ,, Unavailable 1 76,987, 6,1, 128,3, 27,929, 1,2, 5,52, 3,23, Unavailable 2 Total Charity ,, Unavailable 87,471, 5,9, 129,265, 34,26, 1,2, 3,795, Unavailable % Change. N/A N/A N/A Problem Gambling (Health) Distributions Awareness 2,745, Unavailable 2,227, 2,31, 9,4, Unavailable 11, Unavailable Unavailable Research 1,6, 3 25, 4,, Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Treatment 2,421, Unavailable 1,738, 1,292, 25,7, Unavailable 668, Unavailable 245, Unavailable Other 1,29, Unavailable 485, 369, Unavailable 95, Unavailable 11, Unavailable Total Problem Gambling ,195, 4 Unavailable 4,7, 5 3,692, 6 38,74, 22,, 873, 4,6, 7 346, Unavailable Total Problem Gambling ,47, Unavailable 4,75, 3,692, 39,4, 22,89, 764, 3,194, 375, Unavailable % Change 13.3 N/A N/A Responsible Gaming (Industry) Distributions Total Responsible Gaming ,433, 3,99, 93, 8 1,615, 9 13,414, 4,813, 1 428, 11 1,61, 198, 166, Total Responsible Gaming ,747, 3,8, 1,25, 1,354, 12,99, 5,853, 622, 1,721, 296, 336, % Change Total charity distributions : $384,266,. Total charity distributions : $396,891,. Overall change: -3.2%. Total problem gambling distributions : $82,152,. Total problem gambling distributions : $83,934,. Overall change: -2.1%. Total responsible gaming distributions : $31,21,. Total responsible gaming distributions : $3,853,. Overall change: +.5%. Note: Charity distributions refer to the money given to charity and other non-profit organizations through a distinct grants-based system. The distributions should not be confused with the money that charitable organizations earn directly from their own gaming operations (Table 11). Problem gambling (health) distributions (generally) refer to the money that government health ministries and departments distribute to problem gambling initiatives. There may be overlap between categories and figures may be estimates and/or budgeted amounts only. Responsible gaming (industry) distributions refer to the money that the government gaming industry (e.g., Crown corporations) distributes to its own responsible gaming initiatives (e.g., for on-site brochures, self-exclusion programs, staff training, etc.). Figures may be budgeted amounts and/or estimates only. All figures in the table are rounded off to the nearest thousand. 1 Revenue from slot machines, VLTs, and lottery tickets goes into the Alberta Lottery Fund. The funds are allocated to various granting foundations and ministries, which in turn distribute the funds to different volunteer, public, and community-based organizations. The specific amounts distributed to charity are unavailable. 2 All revenue received by the Province is deposited into the Consolidated Revenue Fund and is appropriated through the budget process. Consequently, it is not possible to state that gaming revenue is or is not distributed to charity. Government does provide grants as part of its budget process, but it is not possible to identify the source. 3 Funds came from the Alberta Lottery Fund. 4 Funds for problem gambling initiatives are distributed by the Provincial gaming regulator not a government health ministry or department. 5 In Saskatchewan, both the Provincial government and the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations (FSIN) allocate funds to problem gambling initiatives. In , the Provincial distribution was $2.45 million: $85, to awareness; $ to research; $1,3, to treatment; and $3, to other areas. The FSIN distribution was $2.25 million: $1,377, to awareness; $25, to research; $438, to treatment; and $185, to other areas (estimates only). 6 Funding is from Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries (MBLL) to the Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM). Additional funding may be provided to other agencies. 7 Figure represents dollars spent, not budgeted amounts. The breakdown is as follows: Department of Health and Wellness: $1,226,; District Health Authorities: $2,28,; Gambling Awareness Nova Scotia: $752,. 8 Figure is comprised of distributions from three sources: the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority ($131,), SaskGaming ($592,), and the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority ($18,). 9 Figure represents actual expenditures. MBLL s overall commitment to problem and responsible gambling programs, services, and research is set at 2% of annual net income each year. 1 Loto-Québec also distributed $3,, to the Régie des alcools, des courses et des jeux (RACJ) to finance the management of measures involved in controlling access to VLTs. 11 Figure is comprised of distributions from two sources: the New Brunswick Lotteries and Gaming Corporation ($243,) and Atlantic Lottery ($185,). Canadian Gambling Digest Revenue Distributions 12

15 Figure 3 shows the percentage of government gaming revenue that was distributed to problem gambling across the country in Among those provinces where the data are available, one can see that the figure was highest in Nova Scotia (2.9%), followed by Ontario (2.1%). Across Canada, the average was 1.65%. Figure 3. Percentage of Government Gaming Revenue Distributed to Problem Gambling BC SK MB ON QC NS : 1.65% : 1.51% Average : 1.65%. Average : 1.51%. Overall change: +9.4%. Note: figures represent Total Problem Gambling in Table 12 divided by Total Revenue in Table data taken from Canadian Gambling Digest (CPRG, 214) and Canadian Gambling Digest : Addendum (CPRG, 215). Figures for Alberta, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador are unavailable. The amount of government gaming revenue that was distributed to problem gambling per person 18 years and over across the country in is presented in Figure 4. As shown, based on the data available, the figure was highest in Saskatchewan ($5.49), followed by Nova Scotia ($5.16). Across the country, the average was $3.42. Figure 4. Amount of Government Gaming Revenue Distributed to Problem Gambling per Person : $ : $3.32 BC SK MB ON QC NB NS PE Average : $3.42. Average : $3.32. Overall change: +2.8%. Note: figures represent Total Problem Gambling in Table 12 divided by the population figures taken from Canadian Gambling Digest (CPRG, 214). Canadian Gambling Digest Revenue Distributions 13

16 Figure 5 shows the percentage of problem gambling distributions that were allocated to awareness, research, and treatment across the country in Among the provinces where the data are available, one can see that the distributions were highest for treatment and awareness. Figure 5. Percentage of Problem Gambling Distributions Allocated to Awareness, Research, and Treatment Treatment: Awareness: 3.4 Other: Research: 2.6 BC SK MB ON NB PE Awareness Research Treatment Other Note: Data based on Problem Gambling (Health) distributions in Table 12. Figure does not include distributions in Alberta, Quebec, Nova Scotia, or Newfoundland and Labrador as information on their distributions is unavailable or incomplete. How problem gambling distributions were determined in is shown in Table 13. As can be seen, distributions were generally determined by budget allocation rather than by formula. Table 13. How Problem Gambling Distributions were Determined BC AB SK MB ON QC NB NS PE NL By Formula No No No No Yes No No DHAs No No Formula Changes Annually No - - No - - By Budget Allocation Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes DHW/DHAs Yes Yes Allocation Changes Annually Yes Yes No Yes - No Yes Yes Yes Yes Note: Data based on Problem Gambling (Health) distributions in Table 12. DHAs refer to District Health Authorities. DHW refers to the Department of Health and Wellness. Canadian Gambling Digest Revenue Distributions 14

17 Gambling Participation Table 14 shows past year participation in different gambling activities across Canada, based on individual prevalence studies conducted in each province. Because prevalence studies are not conducted annually, the data are based on the most recent studies available not on fiscal As the table shows, the most common activities engaged in are ticket lotteries, charities, and Scratch/Instant Win. Overall, gambling participation is highest in Nova Scotia and Saskatchewan (87%) and lowest in Quebec (67%). Across Canada, the data suggest that approximately 79 percent of adult Canadians participate in some form of gambling in a given year. Table 14. Gambling Participation BC AB SK MB ON QC NB NS PE NL Survey Details Age of Sample Sample Size 3,58 1,54 1,848 6,7 4,35 12,8 2,821 2,5 1, 4,2 Year of Survey Activity Bingo Bookies In Sports Events In Sports Events -.4 In Sports Events Cards In Games of Skill Casino Slots Casino Table Games Charities EGMs (Non-casino) In Casino Slots Games of Skill In Cards In Cards Horse Racing Internet Scratch/Instant Win In Lotteries Speculative Investments Sports Events Sports Lotteries Ticket Lotteries Any Activity Average any activity: 79.2%. Note: Cards generally refer to card and/or board games played with family and friends outside of gaming venues, with some exceptions. In British Columbia, the category also includes private games (e.g., dice, dominoes) and games of skill (which are also included in the card category in Alberta). In New Brunswick and Newfoundland and Labrador, the category excludes board games and poker. In these provinces, participation in poker was asked about separately. Rates were 1.% and 1.6%, respectively. In Nova Scotia, the cards category only refers to poker with friends and family. Games of skill generally refers to pool, bowling, darts, golf, and other similar activities. Scratch/Instant Win generally includes break open tickets (Nevada strips, Pull-tabs). The four exceptions are in Ontario (where it includes Scratch/Instant Win only), and in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Newfoundland and Labrador where break open ticket participation was asked about separately; rates were 12.%, 6.6%, and 19.1%, respectively. Speculative investments generally refer to stocks, options, and commodities. Sports events generally include sports pools, with some exceptions. In British Columbia and New Brunswick, the category also includes wagering through bookies. In Saskatchewan and Manitoba, betting on sports events was asked about separately; participation rates were 4.% and 6.1%, respectively. Ticket lotteries may or may not include daily lotteries. signifies data that was either not collected or cannot be determined. 1 Does not include participation in board games or poker. (Participation in poker was asked about separately. Its participation rate was 1.%.) 2 Does not include participation in board games or poker. (Participation in poker was asked about separately. Its participation rate was 1.6%.) 3 Includes participation in racetrack slot machines. 4 Participation in casino gambling out of province. 5 Participation in VLTs at bars, lounges, etc. only. Participation in racetrack slot machines is included in Casino Slots. 6 Does not include participation in poker. (Participation in poker was asked about separately. Its participation rate was 1.5%.) Canadian Gambling Digest Gambling Participation 15

18 Problem Gambling Prevalence Table 15 shows the problem gambling prevalence data taken from the provincial surveys discussed on the previous page. Across the country, the average percentage of moderate risk gamblers as determined by the Canadian Problem Gambling Index (CPGI; Ferris & Wynne, 21) is 2.6. The average percentage of CPGI problem gamblers is.9. Table 15. Problem Gambling Prevalence BC AB SK MB ON QC NB NS PE NL Survey Details Age of Sample Size of Sample 3,58 1,54 1,848 6,7 4,35 12,8 2,821 2,5 1, 4,2 Year of Survey CPGI Levels (%) Non-gamblers Non-problem Gamblers 61.3 Unavailable Low-risk Gamblers 7.9 Unavailable Moderate Risk Gamblers Problem Gamblers Average moderate risk: 2.6. Average problem:.9. Note: The CPGI (Canadian Problem Gambling Index) is a standardized instrument used to measure problem gambling in the general population (Ferris & Wynne, 21). Canadian Gambling Digest Problem Gambling Prevalence 16

19 Problem Gambling Assistance The number of phone calls made to provincial problem gambling helplines in is presented in Table 16. The table also shows the number of agencies/entities funded by government to deliver problem gambling treatment; the number of designated, full-time equivalent (FTE) problem gambling counsellors there were; and the number of people who sought help from problem gambling counselling services. At least 31,792 helpline calls were made in total across the country overall; there were at least 99 governmentfunded treatment agencies/entities; 183 FTE problem gambling counsellors; and at least 6,75 counselling clients who sought help mainly for their own, as opposed to someone else s, gambling problem. Table 16. Helpline Calls and Counselling BC AB SK MB ON QC NB NS PE NL Population 18+ 3,743,23 3,132, , ,17 1,855,47 6,633, , ,79 116, ,783 Helpline Calls Own Problem 3, ,249 Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Other s Problem Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Total Problem 3, ,576 11, Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Miscellaneous 499 Unavailable 475 1,269 8, Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Total Helpline Calls ,341 Unavailable 1,56 2,5 1 9,943 11, , Total Helpline Calls ,232 Unavailable 883 1,97 1,743 6, , % Change 2.6 N/A Government-funded Treatment Agencies/Entities Total Agencies Unavailable Unavailable Total Agencies Unavailable Unavailable % Change -2. N/A N/A Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Counsellors Total FTE Counsellors Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable 5 Total FTE Counsellors Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable 5 % Change N/A... N/A.. N/A. Counselling Clients Own Problem 1,15 Unavailable ,884 6 Unavailable Other s Problem 34 Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Total Clients ,454 Unavailable ,128 9 Unavailable Unavailable Total Clients ,685 Unavailable ,98 Unavailable Unavailable % Change N/A N/A N/A Total helpline calls : 31,792. Total helpline calls : 27,29. Overall change: +16.8%. Total agencies/entities : 99. Total agencies/entities : 1. Overall change: -1.%. Total FTE counsellors : 183. Total FTE counsellors : 186. Overall change:-1.6%. Total counselling clients : 6,75. Total counselling clients : 9,455. Overall change: -29.1%. Note: Miscellaneous helpline calls refer to calls made for information (e.g., statistics, resources, winning numbers), in addition to prank calls, hang-ups, and/or misdialed phone numbers. Government-funded treatment agencies/entities may not include First Nations agencies/entities funded by government. FTE counsellors are generally designated for problem gambling specifically, although there are some exceptions. Counselling clients may have other addictions besides gambling and may be new clients only. Counsellors and clients may not include those in private treatment. Some figures may be estimates only. 1 Figure does not equal its subtotals because the categories are not mutually exclusive. 2 Twenty-three people called the helpline for their own gambling problem; 13 called for someone else s gambling problem; and 12 did not disclose the purpose of their call. 3 In British Columbia, the majority of services are delivered by independent service providers who are not necessarily affiliated with an agency. Each of these providers functions as their own individual agency. In this context, the Provincial government funded a total of 3 agencies/entities in to deliver problem gambling treatment (4 agencies employing 7 service providers, and 23 independent providers). 4 Refers to Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries funding of the Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM). Does not include First Nations agencies funded by government. 5 AFM only. 6 There were 3,19 active admissions whereby people were receiving help from treatment agencies for their own gambling problems. This represents 2,884 individuals. 7 There were 97 active admissions whereby people were receiving help from treatment agencies because of someone else s gambling problems. This represents 874 individuals. 8 AFM only. Figure does not equal its subtotals because four clients transferred between categories. 9 Figure does not equal its subtotals because it includes 37 clients whose primary reason for seeking treatment is unknown. Canadian Gambling Digest Problem Gambling Assistance 17

20 On-site Information and Support at Gaming Venues The number of responsible gambling (RG) information terminals and on-site support centres that were available across the country in is shown in Table 17. The table also shows the centres operating hours and staffing; the number of people who visited the centres for problem gambling (PG) and RG information; the number of individuals on self-exclusion (SE) lists; and the number of SE breaches detected. In total across the country, there were 122 RG terminals and 11 on-site support centres; 1 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members; 339,568 PR/RG visitors; 35,821 individuals on SE lists; and 14,938 SE breaches detected. Table 17. On-site Information and Support at Gaming Venues BC AB SK MB ON QC NB NS PE NL Population 18+ 3,743,23 3,132, , ,17 1,855,47 6,633, , ,79 116, ,783 Responsible Gambling (RG) Terminals Bars, Lounges, etc. with VLTs Bingo Facilities Casinos Racetracks with Slots or VLTs 3 14 Other Gaming Venues 1 2 Other Venues 1 3 Total RG Terminals Total RG Terminals % Change On-site Support Centres Bars, Lounges, etc. with VLTs Bingo Facilities Casinos Racetracks with Slots or VLTs 1 14 Other Gaming Venues Total Centres Total Centres % Change Operating Hours and Staffing Centres Always Open when Venue Open Yes No Yes Yes Yes No No No No N/A Centres Always Staffed when Open No No No Yes No Varies 6 Yes Yes No N/A Total FTE Staff Total FTE Staff % Change Visitors for Problem/Responsible Gambling Purposes Total PG/RG Visitors ,656 38,628 7 Unavailable 8 4, , ,585 1,838 3,615 1,123 Total PG/RG Visitors ,823 51,668 Unavailable 6, ,758 19,42 1,619 3,349 1,242 % Change 24.7 N/A 1 N/A Self-exclusion (SE) Total on SE Lists ,418 1, ,35 17,25 4, , Total on SE Lists , , ,325 17,44 4, , % Change Total Breaches Detected , ,54 3, Total Breaches Detected , ,933 5, % Change Total terminals : 122. Total terminals : 19. Overall change: +11.9%. Total centres : 11. Total centres : 93. Overall change: +18.3%. Total FTE staff members : 1. Total FTE staff members : 12. Overall change: -1.6%. Total PG/RG visitors : 339,568. Total PG/RG visitors : 319,865. Overall change: +6.2%. Total on SE lists : 35,821. Total on SE lists : 35,884 (restated). Overall change: -.2%. Total SE breaches detected : 14,938. Total SE breaches detected : 17,27. Overall change: -12.3%. Note: The reader should interpret the information on self-exclusion (SE) with caution, as the reported number of people who have signed up for SE and the reported number of breaches detected can depend on such factors as ban length, method of detecting breaches, venue size and number, record keeping, and other factors all of which can vary by province. Total on SE Lists generally refers to the total number of individuals on SE lists as of March 31 st, 214 (not the total number of new sign-ups in ). Total Breaches Detected refers to the total number of breaches detected in (not the total number of individuals caught breaching during that time). 1 At Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries casinos. 2 At Shark Club gaming centre. Canadian Gambling Digest On-site Information and Support 18

21 3 At the head office of the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA). 4 At SaskGaming casinos. 5 Twenty eight were classified as self-service; 8 were classified as full-service. Both types of centres provide problem/responsible gambling information through brochures, kiosks, signage, and educational events, but full-service centres allow for more staff/patron interaction and also offer support for self-exclusion sign-up and reinstatement. 6 Casinos were always staffed; gaming halls were not. Leaflets were always available, however, at all centres. 7 Figure is much lower than that reported in the last Digest due to the implementation of new criteria for significant interactions. General customer service questions are no longer counted as interactions. 8 Number of visitors to the centres is not tracked. Interactions of a responsible gambling nature may take place at a variety of locations on the gaming floor, which is where the majority of interactions with players occur. In calendar 213, there were 8,163 documented interactions. Of these, 6,647 included some form of education/information sharing; 252 included a referral to outside resources. (Note that both of these figures are based on only 9 months of interactions, as icare was decommissioned in 213.) 9 In total, 83,87 people visited the centres to request general RG information and/or had a detailed interaction about problem gambling; 129,589 people participated in an RG educational event (e.g., Fact or Fiction?, Playing it Safer ). 1 Percent change cannot be calculated because a new tracking system was implemented in 214 making comparisons to previous years invalid. 11 Restated. 12 The high increase in the number of breaches detected in is due to one individual breaking their SE ban repeatedly. Canadian Gambling Digest On-site Information and Support 19

22 Organization and Management of Gambling in Canada 2

23 Background Gambling in Canada is an illegal activity except where it is made legal through provisions set out in the Criminal Code of Canada and sanctioned under the authority of each province. The Government of Canada has minimal involvement in gambling beyond Criminal Code prohibitions and permissions. In 1985, an agreement between federal and provincial governments established annual provincial payments to the federal government to assure that only provinces can authorize gambling. Sections 26 and 27 of the Criminal Code are the principal provisions regulating gambling in Canada. Section 26 makes it an offence to engage in a broad range of gaming activities; Section 27 enumerates exceptions to the Section 26 prohibitions. All provinces participate in national lottery schemes, but provincial/regional gambling authorities permit and/or offer a variety of other games of chance. No two provincial regulatory or operational regimes are the same, and different regimes are in place across the country. Different games and lottery schemes are permitted or prohibited, depending on the province. For example, casinos may be commercial, charitable, owned/operated by government, and/or operated by private companies under contract to provincial gaming authorities (or a combination of these). All provinces license charities under their own regulations and permitted schemes as per Section 27(1)(b). Some key Criminal Code provisions related to games of chance, lotteries, horse racing, and pari-mutuel betting are outlined below. Criminal Code Provisions Section 24 Section 24 sets out the provisions under which horse racing and pari-mutuel betting may be conducted. Section 26 Section 26 makes it an offence to engage in a broad range of gaming activities. Section 27 Section 27(1) enumerates exceptions to the prohibitions set out in Section 26. It is this section that permits a province to create and operate lotteries and lottery schemes, including games of chance and those through a computer, slot machine or video device. 21

24 British Columbia The Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch (GPEB) regulates all gaming in British Columbia; ensures the integrity of gaming industry companies, people and equipment; and investigates notifications of offences under the Gaming Control Act of British Columbia (22) and the Criminal Code of Canada. This includes regulatory oversight of the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC), all registered gaming service providers and gaming workers, British Columbia s horse racing industry, and licensed gaming events. GPEB also manages problem and responsible gambling programs and distributes gaming funds to community organizations. Pursuant to Criminal Code amendments in 1969 and enabling legislation, BCLC was incorporated on October 25th, 1984, and is continued under the Gaming Control Act. As an agent of the Crown, the Province has designated BCLC as the authority to conduct and manage lottery schemes within British Columbia. BCLC is responsible for conducting, managing and operating: 1) lottery gaming including the marketing of nationwide and regional lottery games in association with other provinces; 2) commercial gaming; 3) online gaming at PlayNow.com and 4) electronic and commercial bingo. Horse racing in British Columbia is regulated by the Racing Division of GPEB and the Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency. The Branch develops fair and appropriate rules, and licenses participants in the horse racing industry. Races are operated by non-profit organizations and private corporations. In response to requests from the industry to help revitalize horse racing in British Columbia, the Province created the B.C. Horse Racing Industry Management Committee (HRIMC) in November, 29. The HRIMC includes leading horse racing industry and business experts, and its mandate is to provide strategic direction, decision-making and business leadership. In , the Branch conducted public consultations with industry stakeholders to assess the needs and priorities for the future direction of the industry. In 213/14, the HRIMC released the Draft Report for Industry Consultation, proposing a new business model to make the industry more sustainable. Based on the consultation report and the negotiations stemming from it, the industry reached a multi-year agreement, valid to 215/16, that prepares for transition to a revised business model. Commercial Sector 27(1)(a) and Horse Racing (24) Regulates Conducts and Manages Operates Bingo GPEB BCLC Charitable/religious organizations, contracted service providers BC Casinos GPEB BCLC Contracted service providers EGMs (non-casino) GPEB BCLC Charitable/religious organizations, contracted service providers Horse racing CPMA, GPEB N/A Non-profit organizations, private corporations Ticket lotteries GPEB BCLC BCLC, ILC Note: BCLC refers to the British Columbia Lottery Corporation. CPMA refers to the Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency. EGMs (non-casino) refers to slot machines at bingo facilities (community gaming centres) and casinos co-located at racetracks. Charitable/religious organizations and/or contracted service providers operate the former, while contracted service providers operate the latter. GPEB refers to the Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch. ILC refers to the Interprovincial Lottery Corporation. Ticket lotteries refer to both Internet and non-internet lottery games. 22

25 First Nations Operational Role First Nations with jurisdiction over land use planning can become a host local government to a gaming facility conducted and managed by BCLC. As such, they can receive a portion of net gaming revenue. Three First Nations host gaming facilities on their land: Ktunaxa Nation Casino of the Rockies (Cranbrook); Cowichan Tribes Chances Cowichan community gaming centre (Duncan); and Squamish Nation Chances Squamish community gaming centre (Squamish). Where Net Revenue Goes Proceeds from gaming in British Columbia are used to benefit people and communities in the Province. Net gaming revenues support education and health care services, local economic development, non-profit community organizations, the horse racing industry, and local governments. Charitable Sector 27(1)(b) Licenses Regulates Operates Bingo GPEB GPEB Charitable/religious organizations Break open / Pull tickets N/A N/A N/A BC Casinos GPEB GPEB Charitable/religious organizations Poker GPEB GPEB Charitable/religious organizations Raffles GPEB GPEB Charitable/religious organizations Other GPEB GPEB Charitable/religious organizations Note: GPEB refers to the Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch. Provincial Legislation Governing Gaming Gaming Control Act,

26 Alberta The Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission (AGLC) is an agent of the Government of Alberta and consists of a Corporation and a Board. The Corporation acts as the operational arm of the organization, while the Board is responsible for reflecting government s direction through policy and regulatory matters. Under direction of the Treasury Board and Finance Ministry, the AGLC Board develops strategies and plans for policy to be effectively implemented. All gaming activities must comply with the Criminal Code of Canada, the Gaming and Liquor Act (1996), the Gaming and Liquor Regulation (1996), and AGLC policies. The AGLC is responsible for the licensing, regulating, and monitoring of gaming activities within the Province. The AGLC licenses gaming facility licensees and retailers, and works closely to ensure compliance with all gaming policies and regulations. Casinos, bingo halls, racing entertainment centres, lottery ticket outlets, and video lottery terminal (VLT) locations are privately or publicly owned, managed, and operated. Alberta has adopted a charitable gaming model for bingo, casino games, pull tickets, and raffles. This model provides opportunities for thousands of charitable and religious groups who choose to conduct charitable gaming activities to raise millions of dollars to help support their worthwhile community projects and services. All Alberta casino facilities are licensed by the AGLC. Casino gaming includes table games and electronic gaming machines. The casino operator provides the facility, materials, staff and expertise, while the charity provides the volunteers to conduct the table games. Charities require a licence from the AGLC to conduct a casino event, which generally lasts two days. The AGLC conducts and manages slot machines from which charities receive 15% of net sales. Bingo is conducted by charitable and religious organizations under the authority of a bingo licence. Bingo licences are issued by the AGLC. There are three types of bingo facilities: 1) Association bingo halls (Class A licence), 2) Private operator bingo halls (Class B licence), and 3) Community bingo halls. The AGLC conducts and manages ticket lotteries as a joint enterprise with Saskatchewan and Manitoba through the Western Canada Lottery Corporation (WCLC). The AGLC manages lottery ticket retailers through retailer agreements. The AGLC also installs and maintains ticket lottery terminals, conducts retailer training, and regularly communicates with retailers about the ticket lottery program. VLTs are owned and operated by the AGLC and are located in age-restricted liquor-licensed venues. Horse Racing Alberta (HRA) is a private, not-for-profit corporation that was established with the Alberta Government s proclamation of the Racing Corporation Act in It is accountable to the people of Alberta under the Horse Racing Act. In accordance with the Act, the purpose of the HRA is to govern, direct, control, regulate, manage, and promote horse racing in any or all of its forms. 24

27 Commercial Sector 27(1)(a) and Horse Racing (24) Regulates Conducts and Manages Operates Bingo 1 AGLC AGLC Bingo facility licencees AB Casinos 2 AGLC AGLC Casino facility licencees EGMs (non-casino) AGLC AGLC REC facility licencees, VLT retailers Horse racing AGLC, CPMA, HRA N/A HRA, non-profit organizations Ticket lotteries AGLC AGLC, WCLC ILC, AGLC Note: AGLC refers to the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission. CPMA refers to the Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency. EGMs (non-casino) refers to VLTs in bars, lounges, and entertainment rooms, as well as slot machines at racing entertainment centres. HRA refers to Horse Racing Alberta. ILC refers to the Interprovincial Lottery Corporation. REC refers to racing entertainment centre (a slots-at-racetrack facility). WCLC refers to the Western Canada Lottery Corporation. First Nations Operational Role Like traditional casinos, all First Nations casinos in Alberta are subject to the same AGLC eight-step licensing process. Charitable casino policies regarding casino licence eligibility and the use of gaming proceeds were developed in consultation between the AGLC and Host First Nations (HFN) and implemented in June, 26. These policies do not apply to bingo, raffle, or pull-ticket licensing. Gaming proceeds must: 1) be spent on charitable or religious purposes approved by the AGLC, and 2) be essential to the delivery of the licensed charity s or sub-charities programs. 1 Electronic bingo only. 2 Slot machines only. 25

28 Where Net Revenue Goes Alberta Treasury Board and Finance administers and manages the Alberta Lottery Fund (ALF). The ALF is made up of net revenues from VLTs, slot machines, and ticket lotteries (i.e., Lotto 6/49). The fund ensures support for a variety of programs, projects, and foundations. Each year, thousands of non-profit volunteer organizations in Alberta require funding for a variety of projects and initiatives. Funding is available to these organizations through various lottery-funded grant programs. Slot machine revenue is distributed as follows: 15% operator, 15% charity, 7% ALF. Distributions from First Nations casinos to the ALF are as follows: Of the 7% of revenues given to the fund, 3% goes to traditional lottery fund initiatives and 4% goes to the First Nations Development Fund Grant Program (3% to the host First Nations and 1% to other First Nations). The Alberta Gambling Research Institute (AGRI) was established in 1999 by the Alberta government. It is a joint venture between the University of Alberta, the University of Calgary, and the University of Lethbridge. AGRI s primary purpose is to support and promote research into gaming and gambling in the Province of Alberta. AGRI receives $1.5 million in annual funding from the ALF. Charitable Sector 27(1)(b) Licenses Regulates Operates Bingo 3 AGLC AGLC Charitable/religious organizations Break open / Pull tickets AGLC AGLC Charitable/religious organizations AB Casinos 4 AGLC AGLC Charitable/religious organizations Poker AGLC AGLC Charitable/religious organizations Raffles AGLC AGLC Charitable/religious organizations Other N/A N/A N/A Note: AGLC refers to the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission. Provincial Legislation Governing Gaming Gaming and Liquor Act, 1996; Gaming and Liquor Regulation, Paper bingo only. 4 Table games only. 26

29 5 In , SLGA informed the horse racing industry that would be the last year of grant funding. 27 Saskatchewan Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA). SLGA fulfils three distinct roles in the Provincial gaming sector, all pursuant to The Alcohol and Gaming Regulation Act (1997). First, SLGA conducts and manages the majority of the Province s electronic gaming machines (EGMs) including the Province s network of VLTs and slot machines at First Nations casinos. Second, SLGA regulates the Province s casinos. Third, SLGA licenses and regulates most other forms of gaming including charitable bingo, raffles, break open tickets, and poker tournaments. SLGA also regulates and provides grants to horse racing 5. Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA). The Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations (FSIN) created the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) as a non-profit corporation in order to carry out its casino gaming operation interests. SIGA in turn provides physical infrastructure and personnel to support day-to-day casino operations through a Casino Operating Agreement with SLGA. SLGA conducts and manages the slot machines at SIGA casinos through the Western Canada Lottery Corporation. Indigenous Gaming Regulators (IGR). Effective April 27, IGR was delegated responsibility for licensing and regulating charitable gaming on most First Nations reserves in Saskatchewan (i.e., bingo, break open tickets, raffles, poker tournaments, and table games at SIGA casinos). IGR s activities are conducted in accordance with a Licensing Agreement signed with SLGA that ensures charitable gaming is regulated on- and off- reserve in essentially the same manner. SaskGaming. Pursuant to The Saskatchewan Gaming Corporation Act (1994), SaskGaming conducts, manages, and operates slot machine and table gaming at the two government-run casinos in the Province (located in Regina and Moose Jaw). The Act stipulates that SaskGaming is subject to regulatory oversight by SLGA. Western Canada Lottery Corporation (WCLC). WCLC acts as the Province s agent in the conduct and management of ticket lotteries. The Ministry of Parks, Culture and Sport provides oversight to WCLC operations and distribution of ticket lottery profits to sport, culture and recreation groups. WCLC also acts as the Province s agent in the operation of SLGA's provincial network of VLTs as well as the slot machines at SIGA casinos.

30 Commercial Sector 27(1)(a) and Horse Racing (24) Regulates Conducts and Manages Operates Bingo N/A N/A N/A SK Casinos SLGA SaskGaming, SLGA SaskGaming, SIGA, WCLC EGMs (non-casino) SLGA SLGA WCLC Horse racing CPMA, SLGA N/A Exhibition associations, non-profit organizations Ticket lotteries Ministry of Parks, Culture, Sport WCLC ILC, WCLC Note: CPMA refers to the Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency. EGMs (non-casino) refers to VLTs in bars and lounges. ILC refers to the Interprovincial Lottery Corporation. SIGA refers to the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority. SLGA refers to the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority. WCLC refers to the Western Canada Lottery Corporation. WCLC acts as an agent for the Province in the operation of SIGA casino slot machines and SLGA VLTs. It also acts as an agent for the Province in the conduct and management of ticket lotteries. First Nations Operational Role First Nations casino gaming in Saskatchewan is conducted through a Gaming Framework Agreement between the Province and the FSIN. The Agreement was first signed in 1995 and renewed in 22. It contemplates both a casino gaming operational role for First Nations and an on-reserve regulatory role. It also commits the parties to jointly develop and submit to the Federal Government proposals regarding First Nations jurisdiction for on-reserve gaming. SIGA. The FSIN created SIGA in 1995 as a non-profit corporation in order to carry out its casino gaming operation interests. SIGA in turn provides physical infrastructure and personnel to support casino operations through a Casino Operating Agreement with SLGA. SLGA retains conduct and management responsibility for the slot machines at SIGA casinos, while table games are operated through a charitable gaming licence. IGR. Effective April 27, IGR was delegated responsibility for licensing and regulating charitable gaming on most First Nations reserves in Saskatchewan (i.e., bingo, break open tickets, raffles, poker tournaments, and table games at SIGA casinos). Authority for such on-reserve regulatory activity was placed with IGR through an Order in Council. IGR s activities are conducted in accordance with the Order in Council and a Licensing Agreement signed with SLGA that ensures charitable gaming is conducted on- and off- reserve in essentially the same manner. 28

31 6 Table games at on-reserve SIGA casinos. 29 Where Net Revenue Goes SIGA. 25% is distributed to the provincial government s Core Operational Plan (COP) (formerly called the General Revenue Fund); 5% is distributed to the First Nations Trust (which distributes proceeds equitably among all Saskatchewan First Nations); 25% is distributed to Community Development Corporations (CDCs) in the SIGA casino host communities. SaskGaming. 5% is distributed to the provincial government s COP; 25% is distributed to the First Nations Trust (which distributes proceeds equitably among all Saskatchewan First Nations); 25% is split 8/2 between the Community Initiatives Fund (which distributes proceeds to communities throughout the Province) and the Clarence Campeau Development Fund (which supports Métis business development initiatives) on net revenues up to $1 million, and shared 5/5 on the portion of net revenues greater than $1 million. SLGA VLTs. 85% is distributed to the provincial government s COP; 15% is distributed to VLT site operators (as commission). Charitable gaming licensed by SLGA or IGR. 1% is distributed to licensed charitable/religious organizations for charitable/religious purposes. WCLC (ticket lotteries). An annual fee equal to 3% of net lottery sales (less a directed payment to the Mackenzie Art Gallery of $275,) is paid to the provincial government s General Revenue Fund; the remainder is distributed through Saskatchewan Sport to sport, culture and recreation organizations throughout the Province. Charitable Sector 27(1)(b) Licenses Regulates Operates Bingo IGR, SLGA IGR, SLGA Charitable/religious organizations Break open / Pull tickets IGR, SLGA IGR, SLGA Charitable/religious organizations SK Casinos 6 IGR IGR Charitable/religious organizations Poker IGR, SLGA IGR, SLGA Charitable/religious organizations Raffles IGR, SLGA IGR, SLGA Charitable/religious organizations Other N/A N/A N/A Note: IGR refers to Indigenous Gaming Regulators. SLGA refers to the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority. Provincial Legislation Governing Gaming The Interprovincial Lotteries Act, 1984; The Saskatchewan Gaming Corporation Act, 1994; The Alcohol and Gaming Regulation Act, 1997 (and related regulations).

32 Manitoba In Manitoba, the Gaming Control Act (1996), the Manitoba Lotteries Corporation Act (1993), and the Gaming Control Local Option (VLT) Act (1999) define parameters for the regulation and conduct of gaming activities in the Province. As well, under Orders in Council, Manitoba has designated municipalities to license raffles with prizes under $3,. It has also designated First Nations Gaming Commissions (FNGCs) to license on-reserve charitable gaming. The Manitoba Gaming Control Commission (MGCC) provides regulatory and policy advisory services. In addition to the traditional regulatory functions of licensing, registration, game integrity, and compliance, MGCC s responsibilities include research and public education initiatives. They also include oversight of Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries (formerly, Manitoba Lotteries) and First Nations casino responsible gaming policies. On April 1 st, 214, the MGCC and the Manitoba Liquor Control Commission s Regulatory Services Division will combine to become a single liquor and gaming regulatory agency: the Liquor and Gaming Authority of Manitoba (LGA). The LGA's new website is Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries manages and conducts gaming activities, including: 1) commercial casinos, 2) gaming at First Nations casinos (operated by First Nations groups under agreements with the Province), 3) the VLT Network, and 4) the sales/distribution of lotteries operated by the Western Canada Lottery Corporation (WCLC). Under its Responsible Gaming Policy and Strategy, Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries develops and implements responsible gaming programming throughout the Province both independently and in consultation with MGCC and the Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM). It also funds the AFM's problem gambling program. By authority of the Addictions Foundation Act (1987), the AFM is responsible for addictions (including problem gambling) intervention, rehabilitation, prevention, and education services for the citizens of Manitoba. Commercial Sector 27(1)(a) and Horse Racing (24) Regulates Conducts and Manages Operates Bingo MGCC Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries MB Casinos MGCC Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries First Nations, Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries EGMs (non-casino) MGCC Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Horse racing CPMA, MHRC N/A Non-profit organizations Ticket lotteries MGCC Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries, WCLC ILC, Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Note: CPMA refers to the Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency. EGMs (non-casino) refers to VLTs in bars, lounges, and racetracks. ILC refers to the Interprovincial Lottery Corporation. MGCC refers to the Manitoba Gaming Control Commission. MHRC refers to the Manitoba Horse Racing Commission. WCLC refers to the Western Canada Lottery Corporation. 3

33 8 Municipalities can license raffles under $3,. 31 First Nations Operational Role FNGCs license gaming activities on-reserve in accordance with the same terms and conditions as the MGCC. There are 34 FNGCs eligible to license charitable organizations to conduct and manage specified gaming activities in keeping with 27(1)(b) of the Criminal Code of Canada. There are two First Nations casinos operating in Manitoba under formal agreement with the Province and Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries. Each facility operates under formal agreements and provincial legislation, regulation, and policy in order to facilitate operations in keeping with the Criminal Code of Canada. First Nations may operate VLTs under agreement with Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries. A third First Nations casino is set to open in June 214. Where Net Revenue Goes Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries. Net revenue is directed to the provincial government in order to support priority government programs in health care, education, community and social services, and economic development. First Nations casinos. All profits accrue to First Nations under a formula set by the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs. Of these profits, 7% is distributed to the casino operator, 27.5% is distributed to a Trust that benefits all Manitoba First Nations, and 2.5% is set aside to fund First Nations gambling addiction programs and services. Licensed charitable gaming. All profits go to the licensed charitable and religious organizations that operate the events. Charitable Sector 27(1)(b) Licenses Regulates Operates Bingo FNGCs, MGCC MGCC Charitable/religious organizations Break open / Pull tickets FNGCs, MGCC MGCC Charitable/religious organizations MB Casinos 7 FNGCs, MGCC MGCC Charitable/religious organizations Poker FNGCs, MGCC MGCC Charitable/religious organizations Raffles FNGCs, MGCC, Municipalities 8 MGCC Charitable/religious organizations Other FNGCs, MGCC MGCC Charitable/religious organizations Note: FNGCs refer to First Nations Gaming Commissions. MGCC refers to the Manitoba Gaming Control Commission. 7 Monte Carlo nights only, not ongoing charity casinos.

34 Provincial Legislation Governing Gaming Manitoba Lotteries Corporation Act, 1993; Gaming Control Act, 1996; Gaming Control Local Option (VLT) Act,

35 Ontario The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) is a provincial agency which conducts and manages province-wide lotteries, casinos and slot facilities at horse racing tracks in Ontario. The legislative authority of the Corporation is set out in the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation Act (1999). Classified as an Operational Enterprise Agency, OLG has a single shareholder--the Government of Ontario and reports through its Board of Directors to the Minister of Finance. Members of the Board and its Chair are appointed by the Lieutenant Governor in Council from various communities across the Province. The Chair and members of the Board do not serve full-time and none are members of management. The Board s mandate is to set policy for the Corporation and to counsel the Chief Executive Officer and senior executives, who oversee the Corporation's business operations. The full mandate of the organization can be described by four equally balanced priorities: Public Trust being guardians of the public trust through integrity of operations and promotion of responsible gaming; Player Experience providing great, entertaining gaming experiences; Partnerships being great partners in the communities in which we operate, including helping our partner businesses and communities to thrive; and Profit returning dividends to support public initiatives is a highly visible indicator of this understanding. The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) was established under the Alcohol and Gaming Regulation and Public Protection Act (1996). The AGCO is responsible for regulating gaming in Ontario pursuant to the Gaming Control Act, 1992, and its regulations. The AGCO reports to the Ministry of the Attorney General. The Legislative authority of the Ontario Racing Commission (ORC) is set out in the Racing Commission Act. The ORC is a Crown agency of the Government of Ontario and is responsible for regulating horse racing in the Province. The ORC reports to the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. It assists the Ministry in fulfilling its responsibility for ensuring public confidence and social controls in the gaming sector. The ORC maintains the integrity of the horse racing industry through regulation and standards setting. Each year, the Government of Ontario allocates two per cent of gross slot machine revenue from OLG casinos and slots-at-racetrack facilities to problem gambling services (i.e., research, treatment, and prevention). Ontario s Problem Gambling Strategy is administered through the Ministry of Health and Long- Term Care. 33

36 Commercial Sector 27(1)(a) and Horse Racing (24) Regulates Conducts and Manages Operates Bingo AGCO OLG Private corporations/partnerships ON Casinos AGCO OLG OLG, private corporations EGMs (non-casino) AGCO OLG OLG Horse racing CPMA, ORC N/A Private corporations Ticket lotteries AGCO OLG ILC, OLG Note: AGCO refers to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario. CPMA refers to the Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency. EGMs (non-casino) refers to slots-at-racetracks facilities. ILC refers to the Interprovincial Lottery Corporation. OLG refers to the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation. ORC refers to the Ontario Racing Commission. First Nations Operational Role Gaming on First Nations reserves is governed through agreements between the Province and individual First Nations. These agreements support the community and economic development of First Nations communities in Ontario by providing bands with own-source revenue. Where Net Revenue Goes $115 million is distributed through the Ontario Trillium Foundation to benefit local and provincial charities (this is a set amount and is not calculated by formula); 2% of forecasted OLG slot machine gross revenue (excluding OLG Slots at Great Blue Heron Charity Casino) is directed by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care for the research, prevention and mitigation of problem gambling (approximately $39 million); proceeds from Quest for Gold Lottery go to Ontario s amateur athletes and other government priority programs; remaining funds are directed to hospitals and other provincial priorities ($1.8 billion in ). Other commitments that government makes are paid by OLG and reported as expenses in OLG s financial statements. For example, municipalities that host an OLG Casino or a Slots-at- Racetrack facility including the City of Niagara Falls and the City of Windsor receive the following as defined in the agreement: i. 5.25% on the first $65 million of annual slot revenue; plus ii. 3.% on the next $135 million of annual slot revenue; plus iii. 2.5% on the next $3 million of annual slot revenue; plus iv..5% on the remainder of annual slot revenue; plus v. 4.% on table game revenue, where applicable. As the host community of the slot machines at Great Blue Heron Charity Casino, the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation receives five per cent of the revenue from the slot machine facilities. 34

37 Charitable Sector 27(1)(b) Licenses Regulates Operates Bingo AGCO, municipalities AGCO Charitable/religious organizations, Private companies/partnerships Break open / Pull tickets AGCO, municipalities AGCO Charitable/religious organizations ON Casinos N/A N/A N/A Poker N/A N/A N/A Raffles AGCO, municipalities AGCO Charitable/religious organizations Other AGCO AGCO Charitable/religious organizations Note: AGCO refers to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario. Provincial Legislation Governing Gaming Gaming Control Act, 1992; Alcohol and Gaming Regulation and Public Protection Act, 1996; Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation Act, 1999; Racing Commission Act, 2; Provincial Order in Council Act,

38 Québec In addition to the Criminal Code of Canada, gaming activities in Québec are governed by two legislations: the Act respecting the Société des loteries du Québec (1978) and the Act respecting lotteries, publicity contests, and amusement machines (1978). Loto-Québec, a state agent with a single shareholder (the Minister of Finance), was created in 1969 and given the mandate to operate a state lottery in the Province. Its powers with regard to gaming are set out in the Act respecting the Société des loteries du Québec. In addition to traditional lotteries, Loto-Québec operates four casinos, two gaming centres, a VLT network, satellite bingo, and kinzo halls. Although Loto-Québec could have operated casinos without legislative change, a Liquor, Racing, and Gaming Board (LRGB) was established in 1993 (the Régie des alcools, des courses et des jeux). As set out in the Act respecting lotteries, publicity contests, and amusement machines, the LRGB has certain surveillance authority over casinos and VLTs; it does not have surveillance authority over other lottery activities of Loto-Québec. The Minister of Public Security is responsible for the LRGB. Commercial Sector 27(1)(a) and Horse Racing (24) Regulates Conducts and Manages Operates Bingo N/A Loto-Québec SBQ QC Casinos LRGB Loto-Québec SCQ EGMs (non-casino) LRGB Loto-Québec SLVQ Horse racing CPMA, LRGB N/A Non-profit organizations, private corporations Ticket lotteries N/A Loto-Québec ILC, Loto-Québec Note: CPMA refers to the Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency. EGMs (non-casino) refers to VLTs in bars, lounges, and racetracks. ILC refers to the Interprovincial Lottery Corporation. LRGB refers to the Liquor, Racing, and Gaming Board. SBQ refers to the Société des bingos du Québec (a subsidiary of Loto-Québec). SCQ refers to the Société des casinos du Québec (a subsidiary of Loto-Québec). SLVQ refers to the Société des loteries vidéo du Québec (a subsidiary of Loto-Québec). First Nations Operational Role None. 36

39 Where Net Revenue Goes Net revenue from gaming goes to the provincial Consolidated Revenue Fund. Charitable Sector 27(1)(b) Licenses Regulates Operates Bingo Loto- Québec, LRGB Loto- Québec, LRGB Charitable/religious organizations Break open / Pull tickets LRGB LRGB Charitable/religious organizations QC Casinos N/A N/A N/A Poker N/A N/A N/A Raffles LRGB LRGB Charitable/religious organizations Other N/A N/A N/A Note: LRGB refers to the Liquor, Racing, and Gaming Board. The LRGB licences and regulates bingo. Loto- Québec licences and regulates kinzo. Provincial Legislation Governing Gaming Act respecting lotteries, publicity contests, and amusement machines, 1978; Act respecting the Société des loteries du Québec,

40 New Brunswick The Gaming Control Act (the Act) was introduced in 28 (replacing the previous New Brunswick Lotteries Act). The Act established two separate government entities with responsibilities for gaming in the Province: 1) the New Brunswick Lotteries and Gaming Corporation (NBLGC) and 2) the Gaming Control Branch (GCB) of the Department of Public Safety. The NBLGC is responsible for the conduct and management of provincial gaming, and the development and implementation of the Province s responsible gaming policy (Responsible Management, Responsible Play in a Responsible Environment). It manages provincial gaming through agreements with its service providers. The GCB is responsible for the regulation and control of provincial gaming, as well as the licensing and regulation of charitable gaming in the Province. Atlantic Lottery is the operator of the ticket lottery program and the VLT program. Sonco Gaming New Brunswick Limited Partnership (Sonco) is the casino gaming operator. Sonco owns and operates Casino New Brunswick, located in Moncton. Commercial Sector 27(1)(a) and Horse Racing (24) Regulates Conducts and Manages Operates Bingo N/A N/A N/A NB Casinos GCB NBLGC Sonco Gaming New Brunswick Limited Partnership EGMs (non-casino) GCB NBLGC Atlantic Lottery Horse racing CPMA, MPHRC N/A Independent operators Ticket lotteries GCB NBLGC Atlantic Lottery, ILC Note: CPMA refers to the Canadian Pari-mutuel Agency. EGMs (non-casino) refers to VLTs in bars and lounges. GCB refers to the Gaming Control Branch of the Department of Public Safety. ILC refers to the Interprovincial Lottery Corporation. MPHRC refers to the Maritime Provinces Harness Racing Commission. NBLGC refers to the New Brunswick Lotteries and Gaming Corporation. Ticket lotteries refer to both Internet and non-internet lottery games. First Nations Operational Role In New Brunswick, there are a number of First Nations VLT retailers enrolled in the provincial video lottery program. Where a First Nation has a revenue sharing agreement with the Province, 95% of the net revenue generated from VLTs on reserves, and 1% of the net revenue from break open tickets sold on reserves, is returned to the band. Where Net Revenue Goes Revenue generated from provincial gaming is deposited into the Consolidated Fund to pay for essential services for the citizens of New Brunswick. 38

41 Charitable Sector 27(1)(b) Licenses Regulates Operates Bingo GCB GCB Charitable/religious organizations Break open / Pull tickets GCB GCB Charitable/religious organizations NB Casinos 9 GCB GCB Charitable/religious organizations Poker GCB GCB Charitable/religious organizations Raffles GCB GCB Charitable/religious organizations Other N/A N/A N/A Note: GCB refers to the Gaming Control Branch of the Department of Public Safety. Poker refers to Texas Hold em poker tournaments. Provincial Legislation Governing Gaming Gaming Control Act, 28 and related regulations; Ticket Lottery Scheme Regulation; VL Scheme Regulation; Video Lottery Siteholders Regulation; Terms and Conditions for Lottery Licensing (charitable); Terms and Conditions for Texas Hold em Poker Tournaments (charitable). 9 Monte Carlo nights. Games are limited to blackjack tables and Wheels of Fortune. 39

42 Nova Scotia In 1995, Nova Scotia modernized its gaming legislation by introducing the Gaming Control Act. The Act established, for the first time, two distinct and separate organizations to handle the responsibility of gaming in the Province: One organization to conduct and manage gaming the Nova Scotia Provincial Lotteries and Casino Corporation (NSPLCC; formerly, the Nova Scotia Gaming Corporation) and one organization to regulate gaming the Alcohol and Gaming Division (AGD) of Service Nova Scotia. In 211, the Province introduced a new Responsible Gaming Strategy (which followed 25 s A Better Balance: Nova Scotia s First Gaming Strategy), whose focus was to ensure a responsible, sustainable, and accountable approach to gambling, problem gambling, research and governance. The NSPLCC is a Crown corporation charged with leading an economically sustainable and socially responsible gaming industry for the benefit of Nova Scotians and their communities. Operations include ticket lotteries, VLTs, and casinos. The day-to-day business activities of NSPLCC are carried out by its operators: Atlantic Lottery and the Great Canadian Gaming Corporation (GCGC). Atlantic Lottery operates ticket lotteries and VLTs. The GCGC owns and operates Casino Nova Scotia in Halifax and Sydney. Commercial Sector 27(1)(a) and Horse Racing (24) Regulates Conducts and Manages Operates Bingo N/A N/A N/A NS Casinos AGD NSPLCC GCGC EGMs (non-casino) AGD NSPLCC Atlantic Lottery Horse racing CPMA, MPHRC MPHRC Independent operators Ticket lotteries AGD NSPLCC Atlantic Lottery, ILC Note: AGD refers to the Alcohol and Gaming Division of Service Nova Scotia. CPMA refers to the Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency. EGMs (non-casino) refers to VLTs in bars and lounges. GCGC refers to the Great Canadian Gaming Corporation. ILC refers to the Interprovincial Lottery Corporation. MPHRC refers to the Maritime Provinces Harness and Racing Commission. NSPLCC refers to the Nova Scotia Provincial Lotteries and Casino Corporation. Ticket lotteries refer to both Internet and non-internet lottery games. First Nations Operational Role Gaming on reserves is governed through gaming agreements between the Province and each of the thirteen Mi kmaq First Nation Bands. The agreements assign each Band agency status giving them Conduct and Manage authority over charitable bingos and video lottery gaming on reserve. 4

43 Where Net Revenue Goes 1% of net revenue generated from gaming in Nova Scotia is given back to the Province in order to pay for programs and services that benefit all Nova Scotians. Charitable Sector 27(1)(b) Licenses Regulates Operates Bingo AGD AGD Charitable/religious organizations, municipalities Break open / Pull tickets AGD AGD Charitable/religious organizations, municipalities NS Casinos N/A N/A N/A Poker N/A N/A N/A Raffles AGD AGD Charitable/religious organizations, municipalities Other AGD AGD Charitable/religious organizations, municipalities Note: AGD refers to the Alcohol and Gaming Division of Service Nova Scotia. Provincial Legislation Governing Gaming Gaming Control Act, 1995 and related regulations; Atlantic Lottery Regulations; Bingo Regulations; Bingo Supplier Regulations; Casino Regulations; Carnival and Charitable Gaming Regulations; Atlantic Lottery Regulations; and Video Lottery Regulations. 41

44 Prince Edward Island In Prince Edward Island, the Lotteries Commissions Act, with the approval of the Lieutenant Governor in Council, assigns the responsibility for overseeing and regulating gaming with the Minister responsible for the PEI Lotteries Commission, the Deputy Provincial Treasurer, and one other member from the public service, normally a second Deputy Minister. Gaming operations are the responsibility of Atlantic Lottery. In September 28, the Province introduced a responsible gambling strategy, Leadership, Integrity and Responsibility: A Gaming Strategy for Prince Edward Island, the focus of which was to reduce the negative impacts of gaming, while ensuring that its benefits are realized for Islanders as fully as possible. Commercial Sector 27(1)(a) and Horse Racing (24) Regulates Conducts and Manages Operates Bingo N/A N/A N/A PE Casinos PEI Lotteries Commission Atlantic Lottery Atlantic Lottery EGMs (non-casino) PEI Lotteries Commission Atlantic Lottery Atlantic Lottery Horse racing CPMA, MPHRC HRPEI Non-profit organizations Ticket lotteries PEI Lotteries Commission Atlantic Lottery Atlantic Lottery, ILC Note: CPMA refers to the Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency. EGMs (non-casino) refers to VLTs in bars and lounges, as well as slot machines at the Red Shores Racetrack & Casino (Charlottetown/Summerside). HRPEI refers to Harness Racing PEI. ILC refers to the Interprovincial Lottery Corporation. MPHRC refers to the Maritime Provinces Harness and Racing Commission. Ticket lotteries refer to both Internet and non-internet lottery games. First Nations Operational Role None. Where Net Revenue Goes Revenue generated from provincial gaming is deposited into the Consolidated Fund to pay for essential services for the citizens of Prince Edward Island. 42

45 1 Monte Carlo nights only, not ongoing charity casinos. 43 Charitable Sector 27(1)(b) Licenses Regulates Operates Bingo Department of Community and Cultural Affairs Department of Community and Cultural Affairs Charitable/religious organizations Break open / Pull tickets Department of Community and Cultural Affairs Department of Community and Cultural Affairs Charitable/religious organizations PE Casinos 1 Department of Community and Cultural Affairs Department of Community and Cultural Affairs Charitable/religious organizations Poker N/A N/A N/A Raffles Department of Community and Cultural Affairs Department of Community and Cultural Affairs Charitable/religious organizations Other Department of Community and Cultural Affairs Department of Community and Cultural Affairs Charitable/religious organizations Provincial Legislation Governing Gaming Lotteries Commissions Act; PEI Lotteries Commission Bylaws and related regulations. Atlantic Lottery Regulations; Gaming Control Centre Control Regulations; Provincial Super-Loto Regulations.

46 Newfoundland and Labrador Section 3 of The Lotteries Act provides the authority to the Minister of Finance with the approval of the Lieutenant-Governor in Council to develop, organize, undertake, conduct, and manage lottery schemes on behalf of the Province. These activities have been delegated to Atlantic Lottery under subsections 3(b) and (c) of the Act. Service NL is responsible for regulating charitable lotteries (e.g., ticket licensing, bingo, etc.). The Minister of Finance regulates non-charitable lotteries and gambling. Atlantic Lottery is the operator of non-charitable lotteries. In 25, the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador designed a VLT Action Plan that would address gaming in the Province. Additional responsible gambling measures were taken in 27 as Phase 2 of the Action Plan. Commercial Sector 27(1)(a) and Horse Racing (24) Regulates Conducts and Manages Operates Bingo N/A N/A N/A NL Casinos N/A N/A N/A EGMs (non-casino) Department of Finance Atlantic Lottery Atlantic Lottery Horse racing CPMA, Standardbred Canada Private enterprise Private corporations Ticket lotteries Department of Finance Atlantic Lottery Atlantic Lottery, ILC Note: CPMA refers to the Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency. EGMs (non-casino) refers to VLTs in bars and lounges. ILC refers to the Interprovincial Lottery Corporation. Ticket lotteries refer to both Internet and non-internet lottery games. First Nations Operational Role None. Where Net Revenue Goes Net revenue from gaming goes to the provincial Consolidated Revenue Fund. 44

47 11 Monte Carlo nights only, not ongoing charity casinos. 45 Charitable Sector 27(1)(b) Licenses Regulates Operates Bingo Service NL Service NL Charitable/religious organizations Break open / Pull tickets Service NL Service NL Charitable/religious organizations NL Casinos 11 Service NL Service NL Charitable/religious organizations Poker Service NL Service NL Charitable/religious organizations Raffles Service NL Service NL Charitable/religious organizations Other Service NL Service NL Charitable/religious organizations Provincial Legislation Governing Gaming Lotteries Act, 1991 and related regulations. Ticket Lottery Scheme (via Order in Council); Video Lottery Regulations; Lottery Licensing Regulations (Criminal Code).

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52 Glossary Charitable gaming licences. Licences that are issued to charitable and religious organizations to conduct gaming events. One licence is typically valid for many individual events, and may, in some cases, be valid for up to three years and/or for more than one type of gaming activity. Charity-operated gaming. Gaming that is conducted and managed by charitable and religious organizations under provincial and federal regulations. Revenue generally goes to the organizations that conduct and manage the gaming events. Electronic bingo units, hand-held devices. Electronic machines that are used instead of, or in conjunction with, traditional paper cards. They assist players by electronically tracking the numbers called and signaling a winning card. Electronic bingo units, terminals. Interactive electronic machines that are used instead of, or in conjunction with, traditional paper cards. They assist players by electronically tracking the numbers called and signaling a winning card. The terminals also allow players to engage in various electronic games (e.g., slots, keno, poker) apart from any live bingo events taking place at the venue. Electronic gaming machines (EGMs). EGMs generally refer to slot machines and video lottery terminals (VLTs). Both types of machines are characterized by fast speed of play, bright colours, flashing lights, sound effects, random payout schedules, and other features. While slot machines used to pay out in cash only and operate mechanically, they now similar to VLTs pay out in the form of tickets/tokens and operate electronically. The main difference between VLTs and slot machines today is that the former tend to be more widely dispersed in the community (e.g., in bars, lounges, etc.), while the latter tend to be located in traditional gaming facilities such as casinos. VLT jackpots also tend to be smaller than slot machine jackpots. Electronic (rapid) keno. A game of chance whereby players select several numbers between 1 and 8 that are matched against randomly-generated winning numbers. Draws occur at regular, short intervals (e.g., every four to ten minutes). Gaming tables, electronic. Gaming tables that are fully automated, with several player stations that allow patrons to play a variety of games electronically (e.g., blackjack, poker, roulette). Typically, a horizontal plasma screen displays the table top and game activity, while an upright plasma screen displays a video dealer. Government-operated gaming. Gaming that is conducted and managed by provincial governments, typically by Crown corporations. Revenue generally goes back to the province. Horse race gaming. Gaming that is conducted and managed by non-profit organizations and private corporations under provincial and federal regulations; revenue generally goes to the horse racing industry (although a percentage of revenues do go to government). Kinzo. A form of bingo that is played across a network of venues and has draws approximately every 7 minutes. On-site support centres. Dedicated rooms or areas in a gaming venue that offer problem and responsible gambling information, referral, self-exclusion support, and/or counselling (through brochures, kiosks, digital displays, staff, educational events, etc.). While some centres are staffed full time, others are staffed part-time or are self-serve. Player-banked poker. Poker played against other gaming venue patrons rather than the house. Responsible gambling information terminals. Electronic kiosks that provide problem and responsible gambling information to users in a fun and entertaining way (e.g., through games, activities, etc.). Retailer lottery terminals. Machines that a retailer uses to dispense and sell lottery tickets to players. Self-service lottery terminals. Machines that allow players to dispense and purchase lottery tickets themselves (not merely check the tickets to see if they have won). Sports betting. Gambling on the outcome of sporting events in specific, designated rooms or areas of a gaming venue. It does not include the purchase of sports lottery tickets (e.g., Pro-line), nor does it include betting on horse races. Players bet on the winner, point spread, total score, or other statistic occurring in multiple sporting events rather than a single event (which is currently prohibited by Canadian law). Teletheatres. Buildings where horse races are televised and off-track bets are placed. Video lottery terminal (VLT). A video-based version of the traditional slot machine. The main difference between VLTs and slot machines is that the former tend to be more widely dispersed in the community (e.g., in bars, lounges, etc.), while the latter tend to be located in traditional gaming facilities such as casinos. VLT jackpots also tend to be smaller than slot machine jackpots. Canadian Gambling Digest Glossary 5

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