Canada
Majority of Ontarians wagering on Super Bowl LVIII to bet online
A new survey from the Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) shows that four in ten Ontario sports bettors (41 per cent) will place a wager on Super Bowl LVIII. Of all who plan to bet on the big game, the vast majority (80 per cent) will do so online.
The survey found most online bettors use multiple sportsbook platforms when placing bets; 85 per cent use up to three, and 15 per cent use four or more. Over half (58 per cent) will check to see if a sportsbook website is regulated.
Over half (54 per cent) of those who bet on the Super Bowl say their main reason to bet is to add to the excitement of the game. Over a quarter (28 per cent) bet because family or friends are betting and more than half (56 per cent) of respondents say they tend to bet more than usual when watching with these relations. This jumps to two thirds of younger bettors (69 per cent of those aged 18-34) and is highest amongst those who bet on sports regularly (81 per cent).
Three-quarters (74 per cent) of Ontario adults who bet believe their sports knowledge gives them an edge in predicting outcomes. This jumps to almost 9 in 10 (85 per cent) of those who bet on sports regularly. The misconception that one can accurately predict an outcome can lead to over confidence and the illusion of control. This false belief can increase risk, influencing some to bet more than they can afford to lose.
Additional risk is associated with the consumption of substances that can impair judgement and decision-making. Almost three-quarters of those who bet (72 per cent) plan to consume alcohol, cannabis, or other substances during the Super Bowl. Two fifths (42 per cent) tend to bet more when they partake.
Staying Onside
While many Ontarians will be placing bets, the majority (78 per cent) of Super Bowl bettors have at least one strategy to manage their gambling risk. The most common strategies include determining a pre-set betting limit (36 per cent), betting to have fun and not to make money (25 per cent), and not betting more to recoup losses (18 per cent). Paying attention to mood and state of mind, two fifths (22 per cent) commit to never betting while intoxicated and a fifth wonāt bet if theyāre feeling depressed or anxious (17 per cent).
The good news is all regulated sports book websites have responsible gambling features, but they vary from site to site. Of those surveyed, two fifths (38 per cent) read online information about the odds of winning and how certain games work. Those watching the Super Bowl are most likely to use money limit-setting tools (38 per cent) or take a cooling off period (27 per cent).
āWith most of Ontarioās Super Bowl betting happening online, itās encouraging to see the majority of bettors using responsible gambling features on regulated sports book websites,ā says Shelley White, CEO, Responsible Gambling Council. āWhether betting on or offline, perceived knowledge of the game, being with friends and family, and substance use can all influence how we play. Staying within a pre-set limit and not risking more than you can afford to lose is always a good game plan.ā
How Ontarians plan to bet on the Super Bowl
While most betting on the Super Bowl will place a single bet on the outcome of the game (64 per cent), a third (36 per cent) will bet multiple times throughout the game, and a quarter (25 per cent) will bet multiple times by using several sportsbook websites.
44 per cent will bet online with a sportsbook website
44 per cent will bet with friends
27 per cent will buy sport-based lottery tickets
23 per cent will bet in a pool
How much Ontario Super Bowl bettors plan to wager
50 per cent say they will bet less than $50
42 per cent say they will bet between $51 and $250
6 per cent say they will bet more than $250
RGC tips for safer sports betting
Be mindful of the illusion of control and remember that even with expertise or knowledge of a sport or online game, you canāt predict the unexpected.
Be aware that time spent, and knowledge gained wonāt help you ābeat the oddsā.
Plan before you play ā pre-set betting limits and stay within your budget.
Only gamble with money you can afford to lose ā never borrow money or use money intended for necessities, like rent/mortgage or food.
Never chase losses by trying to win back what youāve lost.
Limit your alcohol and/or cannabis intake.
Donāt bet if you are upset or stressed.
View sports betting as entertainment, not a way to make money.
To learn how to keep your play safer visit Gambling is Random.
Methodology
An online survey of 1,002 Ontario residents aged 18+ was completed between January 12-14, 2024, using Legerās online panel. A probability sample of the same size would yield a margin of error of +/-3.1%, 19 times out of 20.
British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC)
IGT Launches its Second Omnichannel Wide Area Progressive Game in Canada, Money Mania Slots
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International Game Technology PLC announced that it recently launched its second omnichannel Wide Area Progressive (WAP) game for Canada, Money Mania slots. The game is currently available on British Columbia Lottery Corporationās (BCLC) PlayNow.com site and at 22 BCLC-governed casinos throughout British Columbia. IGT is the only supplier in the world to offer omnichannel jackpot games with shared jackpot liquidity across the land-based, online and mobile versions of the games.
āWe know our players love the excitement that the Powerbucks games offer, so BCLC is thrilled to launch IGTās Money Mania ā another title that draws upon the same opportunity for cross-channel jackpots. Both BCLC and IGT are passionate about bringing innovative games to players and fueling responsible growth in the industry. We also recognize that BCLC is in a unique position with our ability to offer cross-channel experiences for players. Whether players choose to play Money Mania at the casino or online, weāre confident this is another game theyāll love,ā said Dan Beebe, BCLC Chief Operating Officer.
IGTās Money Mania is a proven multi-level progressive (MLP) game that features player-favorite game mechanics and multiple base-game themes. The game includes a $100,000 top-level āMoney Jackpotā and a fast-growing, fast-hitting second-level WAP jackpot ā āMania Jackpotā. With a jackpot-reset value of $4000, the gameās āMania Jackpotā is designed to hit frequently, especially with land-based, online and mobile gameplay all simultaneously feeding the jackpot meter.
āIGTās Money Mania omnichannel WAP game is designed to frequently deliver mid-to-large-size jackpots, drive cross-channel gameplay and engage BCLC players online and in casinos. Like Powerbucks, IGTās Money Mania is at the forefront of jackpot innovation and supports IGTās commitment to and leadership in omnichannel content and innovation,ā said David Flinn, IGT SVP Sales, Canada, South and Central America.
BCLC was the first gaming operator in the world to offer an omnichannel jackpot game when it partnered with IGT for the 2016 launch of Powerbucks slots. Since then, IGTās Powerbucks has remained one of the top-performing games in Canada and has minted more than 50 millionaires across the country.
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BCLC has launched PROLINE ā a first-of-its-kind digital retail sportsbook ā across all B.C. lottery terminals.
PROLINE offers the most popular sports-betting options previously available on BCLCās Sports Action, as well as other new offerings. In addition to Toto, Oddset 2-outcome, Oddset 3-outcome, money line, point spread, totals and props, single-event betting and dynamic odds will be offered for the first time at retail locations.
āThis is an exciting evolution for BCLC and for sports bettors across the province. PROLINE offers an updated and innovative sports betting experience and is the pivotal next step for BCLC in offering exciting new sports products to our valued players,ā Dan Beebe, Chief Operating Officer at BCLC, said.
To play, players will have to download the new BCLC PROLINE app on their phone, create their digital bet slips in the app and receive an app-generated QR code, which they can bring to any lottery retail location to scan and receive a printed ticket. As added flexibility, players can also create their PROLINE bets on their laptops or tablets through the PROLINE website.
BCLC is also planning for other new sports-betting experiences in the months ahead, which will include enhanced betting experiences at B.C. bars and pubs and exciting new offerings at B.C. casinos around the province.
BCLC is the official sports betting partner of the Vancouver Canucks, Abbotsford Canucks, Vancouver Warriors, BC Lions and the 11th Grey Cup, which takes place at Vancouverās BC Place on November 17.
Aleksandra Drigo Sales Director at CasinoCanada
CasinoCanada Announces A New Partnership With RollXO Casino By N1 Partners
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