Canada
Cloud9 Partners with Serena Williams
In the wake of its successful online summer camp last year, Cloud9 Esports is evolving its Training Grounds youth development initiative into a full-fledged afterschool program in partnership with tennis champion Serena Williams.
The premier esports organization launched Training Grounds to nurture the next generation of players in esports, an industry that is expected to grow to $3 billion in 2022, according to Goldman Sachs. A program for middle and high schools, Training Grounds emphasizes the values of teamwork, critical thinking, and sportsmanship within the context of competitive gaming. Training Grounds coaches deliver a curriculum centered on youth mentorship, growth, and excellence, while building a fun and inclusive gaming community among its players.
In the Training Grounds Champion’s Mindset course, Serena Williams personally details the practices and mindset shifts that drove her to become one of the greatest athletes of all time. The course also includes specific tips for coaching a Champion’s Mindset with young Esports players.
In collaboration with the Positive Coaching Alliance, an organization dedicated to creating a positive youth sports culture, Cloud9 is offering the “Champion’s Mindset” course free on its website for school coaches, parents, and educators to use as part of their youth development work.
“Hard work, practice and dedication are so important when you’re working to become the best and make your dreams come true, whether that be in sport or something different. As an advisor on Cloud9, I am excited to team up on their Training Grounds program to help nurture these skills in students everywhere,” Serena Williams said.
“We’re thrilled to partner with Serena Williams, truly one of the greatest tennis champions of all time, to teach our coaches the best way to inspire and train aspiring young athletes. As we transition our Training Grounds program into schools, Serena’s ‘Champion’s Mindset’ course will be an essential coaching tool in developing young gamers that are goal-oriented, healthy, and resilient,” Samir Bolar, Executive Director at Training Grounds, said.
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Incentive Studios launches four real-money games with BetMGM in Ontario
Incentive Games, via its real-money gaming division Incentive Studios, has partnered with BetMGM to launch four real-money titles in Ontario. The companies said BetMGM is first to market with the titles in the province.
The games now live on BetMGM in Ontario are Velocity, Mega Flight, Kicker and Squid Game Red Light Green Light Cashout. The supplier described the content as crash and arcade-style games.
Ahmed Baker, Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games, said, “We’re incredibly proud to be partnering with BetMGM and to see four of our real-money titles go live in Ontario. From the outset, it’s been clear that we share a strong focus on delivering engaging, high-quality player experiences, making this a natural collaboration for both teams. This launch marks an exciting milestone for Incentive Studios as we continue our expansion across regulated markets, and we look forward to growing our relationship with the BetMGM team.”
Rob Passerino, Director of Gaming, BetMGM said, “BetMGM is focused on delivering the best online casino experience possible. As crash and arcade-style games continue to see significant growth, Incentive Studios’ portfolio strengthens our ability to meet evolving player demand, especially in key markets like Ontario.”
Incentive Games said the Ontario rollout builds on its recent licensing in Pennsylvania, Michigan and Ontario as it expands across regulated North American markets.
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Canada
Tonybet launches World Cup Card Collection campaign with $150k up for grabs for Canadian customers
Tonybet has launched its World Cup Card Collection campaign for Canadian customers in time for the start of the 2026 World Cup, with a $150,000 CAD prize fund on offer.
Tonybet’s Canadian playerbase (excluding Ontario) will have the chance to collect a wide range of card packs through the tournament by successfully completing a number of sportsbook and casino-related quests on a weekly basis.
There are 51 cards in total to collect, including 48 standard digital cards – one for each participating World Cup nation – and three unique physical cards available in gold, silver and bronze.
Each card collected possesses a coin value which can be used in exchange for a variety of bonus rewards to be used across the Tonybet platform. Meanwhile, winners of the three unique physical cards will also claim cash prizes of $100,000 CAD for gold, $35,000 CAD for silver and $15,000 CAD for bronze, as well as receiving the one-of-a-kind, handcrafted cards.
Tonybet Head of Product Kiryl Liudvikevich said: “With Canada co-hosting the 2026 World Cup, it’s set to be a huge period for Canadian sport – and our World Cup Card Collection campaign will ensure our Canadian customers have even more reason to stay engaged through the tournament over the coming weeks.
“By completing quests, collecting card packs, unlocking collection bonuses, and chasing three one-of-a-kind physical cards available throughout the World Cup, there’s a share of $150,000 up for grabs. And with new rewards, tier completion bonuses, and exclusive collectibles on offer, every card pack could bring our players one step closer to a summer to remember.”
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Ahmed Baker Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games
INCENTIVE GAMES GOES LIVE WITH BETMGM IN ONTARIO
B2B games provider Incentive Games, through its real-money gaming division Incentive Studios, has partnered with BetMGM, a leading iGaming and sports betting operator, to launch four real-money titles in Ontario. BetMGM will be first to market with these titles in the province.
The partnership has seen four of Incentive Studios’ titles, Velocity, Mega Flight, Kicker and Squid Game Red Light Green Light Cashout, go live on the BetMGM platform, bringing the studio’s portfolio of crash and arcade experiences to players across the province.
As one of North America’s leading betting and gaming operators, BetMGM has built a strong reputation for delivering premium player experiences across regulated markets. Ontario remains a key market within its growth strategy, with a continued focus on high-quality content, innovation and responsible gambling.
The launch further strengthens Incentive Games’ position in North America and marks another important milestone in the company’s continued expansion across regulated gaming markets, building on its recent securing of licences in Pennsylvania, Michigan and Ontario.
Ahmed Baker, Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games, said, “We’re incredibly proud to be partnering with BetMGM and to see four of our real-money titles go live in Ontario. From the outset, it’s been clear that we share a strong focus on delivering engaging, high-quality player experiences, making this a natural collaboration for both teams. This launch marks an exciting milestone for Incentive Studios as we continue our expansion across regulated markets, and we look forward to growing our relationship with the BetMGM team.”
Rob Passerino, Director of Gaming, BetMGM said, “BetMGM is focused on delivering the best online casino experience possible. As crash and arcade-style games continue to see significant growth, Incentive Studios’ portfolio strengthens our ability to meet evolving player demand, especially in key markets like Ontario.”
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