Country · Canada Live data · 31 Oct 2026
New online casinos in Canada
120 Of the 147 casinos on our list do not block Canada
In Canada each province decides online gambling. The Criminal Code lets provinces conduct and manage gaming, so most run their own online casino, while Ontario (since April 2022) and Alberta (since 13 July 2026) also license private operators.
The casinos below accept Canadian players by their own terms and name licences from outside Canada. Whether a casino is licensed for you depends on your province.
- 18+ or 19+ by province
- Ontario and Alberta license private sites
- Offshore licences listed below
By Chloe O'Sullivan | Updated 27 Oct 2026
- Legal status
- Restricted
- Not blocking Canada
- 120 of 147 on our list
- New, not blocking Canada
- 23 of 29 founded 2024–2026
- Licence stated most
- Curaçao 70 of 120
- Joined in 2026
- 6 all ages
Legal risk · Canada
Online casinos are a provincial matter in Canada
Provinces run or license online casinos under the Criminal Code. The casinos listed here name licences from outside Canada, so provincial player protection does not cover them. Check the rules in your province and your own risk before you play.
Short answer
Can players in Canada use new online casinos?
Yes, at the provincial site in most provinces, and at privately licensed casinos in Ontario and Alberta. Offshore casinos also accept Canadians; they are outside provincial licensing, and Ontario and Alberta require operators serving their residents to hold a provincial registration.
- Legal status
- Restricted
- Not blocking Canada
- 120 of 147 on our list
- New, not blocking Canada
- 23 of 29 founded 2024–2026
- Licence stated most
- Curaçao 70 of 120
Ranking
Offshore casinos accepting players from Canada, ranked
Our ranking for Canada, every age. These casinos name licences from outside the provinces; in Ontario or Alberta, look for the provincial registration before you sign up.
| Casino | Age | Licence (stated) | Welcome offer | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 yrs · 2018 since 21 Dec 2020 | Curaçao | CA$8,000 + 350 Free Spins | |
| 2 | 7 yrs · 2019 since 21 May 2024 | Curaçao | CA$5,000 + 300 Free Spins | |
| 3 | 7 yrs · 2019 since 17 Apr 2024 | Tobique | CA$7,000 + 300 Free Spins | |
| 4 | 7 yrs · 2019 since 24 Jul 2024 | Curaçao | CA$9,000 + 325 Free Spins | |
| 5 | 7 yrs · 2019 since 12 Apr 2024 | Tobique | CA$7,000 + 300 Free Spins | |
| 6 | 6 yrs · 2020 since 20 May 2022 | Kahnawake Gaming Commission | CA$100 + 100 Free Spins | |
| 7 | 7 yrs · 2019 since 11 Jul 2023 | Curaçao | 300 Free Spins | |
| 8 | 6 yrs · 2020 since 6 Mar 2024 | Curaçao, Estonian Tax and Customs Board | CA$750 + 200 Free Spins | |
| 9 | 6 yrs · 2020 since 31 Oct 2022 | Curaçao | CA$200 | |
| 10 | 8 yrs · 2018 since 3 Jun 2024 | Curaçao | CA$750 + 200 Free Spins |
Ranking: our ranking for this page, read 31 Oct 2026. Offers as stated by the casino; licences as each casino states them.
The law
The law in Canada
Provinces conduct and manage online gambling. In Ontario the AGCO registers the private operators that run games with iGaming Ontario, and in Alberta the AGLC registers operators that sign on with the Alberta iGaming Corporation.
- Law
- Criminal Code
- Citation
- R.S.C., 1985, c. C-46
- Legal status
- Restricted
- Licensing model
- state monopoly
- Minimum age
- 19+
- Penalties
- player · fine · Participating in an unauthorised lottery scheme is a summary conviction offence (s. 207(3)(b)); operator · prison · up to 24 months · Conducting or operating an unauthorised lottery scheme (s. 207(3))
Sources: Criminal Code (R.S.C., 1985, c. C-46)
Launch register
New casinos that do not block Canada
Founded 2024 or later, newest first, by the date each one joined our list. Vermilion stamp: first year. Green: second or third year. 23 in total.
07
/26
July 2026
1 added
- Costa Rica Gambling License $10,000 + 350 Free Spins Year 1 · 2026 founded 2026
05
/26
May 2026
2 added
- Curaçao $7,000 + 50 Free Spins Year 1 · 2026 founded 2026
- Curaçao $10,000 + 500 Free Spins Year 3 · 2024 founded 2024
02
/26
February 2026
3 added
- Anjouan License $3,000 + 50 Free Spins Year 1 · 2026 founded 2026
- Curaçao $2,000 + 80 Free Spins Year 2 · 2025 founded 2025
- Anjouan License $4,000 Year 2 · 2025 founded 2025
Our list, read 31 Oct 2026. Date = the day the casino joined our list; the month it launched is not in our data yet, only the founding year. Offers as stated by the casino.
In depth
New casinos for players in Canada
Each province sets the rules
Under the Criminal Code, provinces conduct and manage gaming. Most run their own online casino, while Ontario and Alberta also register private operators. A casino on this page that names a licence from outside Canada is not covered by any province's player protection.
Paying in Canadian dollars
Interac is the payment method most Canadians use at online casinos, alongside cards, e-wallets such as MiFinity and crypto. Choose a casino that offers Canadian dollar accounts to avoid conversion fees, and check that your deposit method can also take a payout.
New casinos: the trade-off
| Upside | Downside |
|---|---|
| Larger welcome offers and new studios | No payout history to judge |
| Modern mobile lobbies | Offshore licences outside provincial protection |
| Interac and crypto at many sites | Terms can change as the casino settles |
Start with a small deposit, test a withdrawal early and read the wagering before you take a bonus.
Questions
Canada: questions
Are online casinos legal in Canada?
Yes, when a province runs or licenses them under section 207 of the Criminal Code (Criminal Code, s. 207). Most provinces run their own site; Ontario and Alberta also license private operators.
When did Alberta open its online casino market?
On 13 July 2026. Operators register with the AGLC and sign on with the Alberta iGaming Corporation, and unregistered operators had to stop taking bets from that date (Blakes).
What is the gambling age in Canada?
It is set by each province: 19 in most, 18 in Alberta, Manitoba and Quebec.
What should I check before joining a new casino that accepts players from Canada?
Read the casino's terms on Canada first, because a casino can change the countries it accepts. Then check the licence it names, its withdrawal limits and the wagering on the welcome offer. In Ontario or Alberta, also check for the provincial registration. Make a small first deposit and request a small withdrawal before you claim a bonus. Our review method lists the checks we run on every new brand.
Where can I get help with gambling in Canada?
Gambling Therapy offers free, confidential support online in several languages. Self-exclusion in a casino account only works at that casino. Our responsible gaming page explains the deposit and time limits you can set.
Responsible gaming
Play only if you are 18+ and it stays fun
These rules apply on every page of this site. A young casino has less history to judge it by, so the limits matter more.
Adults only, everywhere
You must be 18 or older, and older in some countries. A casino can ask for ID before your first withdrawal, and new casinos often do.
Responsible gamingStart small with an unknown casino
Deposit an amount you would accept losing to a failed withdrawal, and request a small cash-out early to see how the casino handles it.
How we review new casinosSet limits before the welcome offer
Bonus wagering keeps you playing longer. Set a deposit limit and a time limit in the account before you claim.
Set your limitsFree, confidential support
If playing stops being fun, talk to someone. Gambling Therapy offers free support in many languages.
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