This morning, CityTV’s Breakfast Television visited Woodbine Racetrack to watch preparations for the Queen’s Plate on Sunday, July 5.
Month: June 2015
TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay to Celebrate in Gatineau and Ottawa on June 30
On Tuesday, June 30, Day 31 of the Pan Am Games Torch Relay, presented by President’s Choice® and OLG, the Pan Am flame will visit Gatineau and Ottawa.
A Message to the Ontario Horse Racing Industry
For the first time, representatives from the horse racing industry, the Government of Ontario and crown agencies are working together in support of a sustainable industry.
Following government direction first announced in October 2013, the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) and the Ontario Horse Racing Industry Association (OHRIA), are working with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, the Ontario Racing Commission, government and the broader horse racing industry on a number of initiatives that will help develop the industry and grow the horse racing customer base. The government, OLG and OHRIA restated their support for integration at a meeting in February 2015.
The overall goal of integration is to build the foundation for a sustainable horse racing industry in Ontario, but achieving that goal will take time and a significant amount of work. For many months, OLG and OHRIA have been working with the government to lay the groundwork for success.
As part of this collaborative effort, a committee structure has been established to guide the many areas involved in integration. Comprised of senior representatives from both OLG and the industry, the Horse Racing Industry Executive Committee is providing decisive leadership and guidance by:
- Creating a business model for integration that is focused on stability
- Determining an appropriate funding framework to ensure long-term sustainability
- Providing advice to the government and supporting future legislative changes
- Partnering with the industry to optimize branding and build public awareness about horse racing
- Reviewing and assessing new horse-themed gaming products
The Industry Executive Committee meets bi-weekly. Joining us on the committee are: Preet Dhindsa (OLG), Richard Carson (OLG), Michael Keegan (OLG), Tina MacMillan (OLG), Jean Major (AGCO), John Snobelen (Ontario Horse Racing), Steven Lehman (Ontario Racing Commission), Jim Lawson (Woodbine Entertainment Group) and Hugh Mitchell (Western Fair District).
Our committee is supported by the work of other groups, including the Interim Governance Committee (IGC). Chaired by John Snobelen, the IGC is developing options for improving industry self-governance and is building the capacity necessary for effective partnerships with OLG. Read a recent update from John here.
One of our committee’s objectives is to begin to communicate regularly with members of OHRIA and the public about the progress being made on integration so that we can build a narrative to increase confidence in the long-term future of horse racing. We are working together on several initiatives and will have more to discuss in the coming weeks.
Sincerely,
Stephen Rigby, President and CEO, OLG and Chair of the Industry Executive Committee
Sue Leslie, President and Chair, OHRIA and member of the Industry Executive Committee
CHARITABLE BINGO AND GAMING REVITALIZATION TO BENEFIT LOCAL CHARITIES IN RICHMOND HILL
TORONTO – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG), together with the Ontario Charitable Gaming Association (OCGA) and Commercial Gaming Association of Ontario (CGAO), have made further progress in the revitalization of charitable bingo and gaming in Richmond Hill with the introduction of new electronic bingo games.
The goal of this revitalization is to ensure local charities have a viable way to fundraise; to support local programs; to enhance local charitable operations; to support local employment at the gaming centres; and to offer customers a new entertainment experience.
“We are pleased to partner with Bingo World to improve the bingo and gaming experience for our players,” said Rick Gray, Vice President of Charitable Gaming at OLG. “In addition to providing the bingo hall with new opportunities, this initiative also supports more than 30 local charities–organizations that provide vital services and supports in the community.”
Bingo World now offers customers the choice of new electronic bingo-themed games or the traditional paper-based games that have been played at bingo centres for years.
“Adding new electronic products to our traditional paper-based games enables us to revitalize the charitable gaming industry and with the goal being to provide a sustainable source of revenue for our associated charities to continue their important work in Richmond Hill,” said Lynn Cassidy, Executive Director of the Ontario Charitable Gaming Association.
The introduction of these new electronic bingo devices follows a successful 2005 pilot program which introduced electronic bingo at six sites in five communities throughout the province which resulted in a significant increase of revenue raised for local communities. Since the launch of the pilot program, more than $87 million in additional funds have been raised for Ontario charities.
More charitable gaming centres across the province will complete their revitalization in the coming months.
Backgrounder Charitable Gaming in Ontario
OLG is working closely with the CGAO and the OCGA to revitalize the province’s Charitable Bingo and Gaming industry. By developing and introducing new products and technologies that will invigorate the traditional charitable gaming experience, more money will be generated for thousands of local charities across the province. The revitalization initiative is intended to preserve and enhance funding for charities across Ontario while creating economic benefits, including employment opportunities, at local charitable gaming centres.
OLG introduced a pilot program in 2005 to test electronic versions of existing paper-based bingo games to six charity bingo centres in five communities in Ontario. These pilot centres in Barrie, Kingston, Peterborough, Sudbury and Windsor have since raised $87 million in additional money for local charities.
Following the success of this pilot project, OLG began a phased rollout of a new suite of electronic games to other charitable gaming sites in the province. This new suite of charitable games offers customers more choice and complements existing paper bingo games. Offerings include:
- Electronic Bingo: Charitable Gaming Centres offer terminals with touch screens that allow players to touch the screen to dab the numbers and play along.
- Play On Demand (POD): A collection of electronic games that can be played anytime, with great prizes to be won.
- Tap Tix: The evolution of the classic Break Open Ticket features an interactive display screen on a ticket dispenser.
The new games allow Charitable Gaming Centres to offer more customer choice, be more competitive and appeal to a broader demographic, while providing a different gaming entertainment experience from traditional paper-based bingo.
OLG is a provincial agency responsible for gaming facilities, the sale of province-wide lottery games, the PlayOLG Internet gaming website and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres across the province. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $40 billion to the Province and the people of Ontario. OLG’s annual payments to the province have helped support the operation of hospitals; prevention, treatment and research of problem gambling; amateur sport through the Quest for Gold program; and local and provincial charities. OLG was a Premier Sponsor of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am / Parapan Am Games.
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TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay to Celebrate in Hamilton on June 21
On Sunday, June 21, Day 22 of the Pan Am Games Torch Relay, presented by President’s Choice® and OLG, the Pan Am flame will visit several communities in Hamilton, including Winona,Stoney Creek, Ancaster, Dundas and Waterdown.
TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay to Celebrate in Peel and York Region on June 24
On Wednesday, June 24, Day 25 of the Pan Am Games Torch Relay, presented by President’s Choice® and OLG, the Pan Am flame will visit several communities, including Brampton, Kleinburg,Woodbridge, Maple, Thornhill and Richmond Hill.
TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay Celebrates in Milton, Oakville and Brampton on June 23
On Tuesday, June 23, Day 24 of the Pan Am Games Torch Relay, presented by President’s Choice® and OLG, the Pan Am flame will visit the communities of Milton, Oakville and Brampton.
TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay Celebrates in York Region on June 25
On Thursday, June 25, Day 26 of the Pan Am Games Torch Relay, presented by President’s Choice® and OLG, the Pan Am flame will visit Richmond Hill, Aurora, King City and Newmarket.
OLG QUEST FOR GOLD RECIPIENTS KIRSTEN MOORE-TOWERS AND STEVE VAN KNOTSENBURG TO CARRY PAN AM TORCH THROUGH ST. CATHARINES
Toronto, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) would like to congratulate Kirsten Moore-Towers and Steve van Knotsenburg who were selected to be Pan Am torchbearers in the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay.
Kirsten is a Canadian pair skater. With former partner Dylan Moscovitch, she was the 2013 Four Continents silver medalist, 2014 Olympic team event silver medalist, and 2011 Canadian national champion.
Steve is a Canadian rower from Beamsville, Ontario. He won a silver medal at the 2009 World Rowing Championships. Steve also won silver and gold medals in the 2011 Pan American Games men’s eight and coxless pairs respectively.
Kirsten and Steve are recipients of Quest for Gold funding.
The Quest for Gold program was established in January 2006 to support Ontario athletes and increase their performance and participation on national and international sports teams. Since its launch, the program has provided $93 million in support of the province’s amateur athletes and their coaches. Each year, OLG contributes $10 million in proceeds to the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport which runs the program. To date, more than 4,000 athletes have received funding assistance through the Quest for Gold program.
“OLG is proud to be a Premier Partner of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games and a Presenting Partner of the Torch Relay,” says Stephen Rigby, OLG’s President and CEO. “OLG has a proud history of championing amateur athletics in Ontario through Quest for Gold and the torch relay will be a great opportunity to celebrate that history.”
Kirsten and Steve will carry the Pan Am flame through St. Catharines on Saturday, June 20, 2015.
The torch relay started in Canada on May 30, 2015. The 41-day journey shares the Pan Am Games spirit in more than 130 communities and will make its final stop on July 10, 2015, at the Opening Ceremony in Toronto.
OLG is a provincial agency responsible for gaming facilities, the sale of province-wide lottery games, the PlayOLG Internet gaming website and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres across the province. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $40 billion to the Province and the people of Ontario. OLG’s annual payments to the province have helped support the operation of hospitals; prevention, treatment and research of problem gambling; amateur sport through the Quest for Gold program; and local and provincial charities. OLG was a Premier Sponsor of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am / Parapan Am Games.
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City Celebrates Partnerships with OLG, Caesars and Pan Am Torch Relay
Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens welcomed dignitaries from the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) and Caesars Windsor to the Bert Weeks Memorial Gardens on Windsor’s Riverfront for a special appreciation event that included a pair of Pan Am Torch Bearers.
TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay Continues Journey through Southwestern Ontario on June 19
On Friday, June 19, Day 20 of the Pan Am Games Torch Relay, presented by President’s Choice® and OLG, the Pan Am flame will visit Kitchener, Cambridge, Brantford, Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation and Burlington.
TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay to Celebrate in London, Oxford County, Stratford and Waterloo Region on June 18
On Thursday, June 18, Day 19 of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay, presented by President’s Choice® and OLG, the Pan Am flame will visit London, Ingersoll, Woodstock,Tavistock, Stratford, Waterloo and Kitchener.
Pan Am Path Art Relay Takes Over Toronto With 2 Major Downtown Events
On Saturday June 20, visit Underpass Park, Corktown for the Live Art Festival and watch as 23 drab, concrete highway pillars are transformed live into monumental works of art. Then, head over to Fort York to discover the city’s rich and varied indigenous history with tours by First Story Toronto and the Native Canadian Centre of Toronto.
OLG QUEST FOR GOLD RECIPIENT CHRISTINE NESBITT TO CARRY PAN AM TORCH THROUGH LONDON
Toronto, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) would like to congratulate Christine Nesbitt who was selected to be a Pan Am torchbearer in the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay.
Christine is a retired Canadian long track speed skater. She won the gold medal in the 1000 metres event at the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics. She had previously won a silver medal in the team pursuit at the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin. She is also the 2011 sprint champion, 2012 1500 metres world champion, three-time world champion for 1000 metres (2009, 2011, 2012), and three-time world champion for team pursuit (2007, 2009, 2011). On June 4, 2015 she announced her retirement.
Christine is a recipient of Quest for Gold funding.
The Quest for Gold program was established in January 2006 to support Ontario athletes and increase their performance and participation on national and international sports teams. Since its launch, the program has provided $93 million in support of the province’s amateur athletes and their coaches. Each year, OLG contributes $10 million in proceeds to the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport which runs the program. To date, more than 4,000 athletes have received funding assistance through the Quest for Gold program.
“OLG is proud to be a Premier Partner of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games and a Presenting Partner of the Torch Relay,” says Stephen Rigby, OLG’s President and CEO. “OLG has a proud history of championing amateur athletics in Ontario through Quest for Gold and the torch relay will be a great opportunity to celebrate that history.”
Christine will carry the Pan Am flame through London on Wednesday, June 17, 2015.
Join us at the torch relay evening celebration to mark the arrival of the Pan Am flame at London’s Victoria Park at 509 Clarence Street. The flame will arrive at 7 p.m. Entertainment will be provided before and after the flame’s arrival.
The torch relay started in Canada on May 30, 2015. The 41-day journey shares the Pan Am Games spirit in more than 130 communities and will make its final stop on July 10, 2015, at the Opening Ceremony in Toronto.
OLG is a provincial agency responsible for gaming facilities, the sale of province-wide lottery games, the PlayOLG Internet gaming website and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres across the province. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $40 billion to the Province and the people of Ontario. OLG’s annual payments to the province have helped support the operation of hospitals; prevention, treatment and research of problem gambling; amateur sport through the Quest for Gold program; and local and provincial charities. OLG was a Premier Sponsor of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am / Parapan Am Games.
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OLG QUEST FOR GOLD RECIPIENT JOSH VANDER VIES TO CARRY PAN AM TORCH THROUGH SARNIA
Toronto, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) would like to congratulate Josh Vander Vies who was selected to be a Pan Am torchbearer in the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay.
Josh Vander Vies competed in the Athens 2004 Paralympics in the sport of Boccia. He won a bronze medal at the 2011 Parapan Amercian Games. He also earned two silver medals and one bronze medal from the 2005 and 2009 Americas Cup.
Josh is a recipient of Quest for Gold funding.
The Quest for Gold program was established in January 2006 to support Ontario athletes and increase their performance and participation on national and international sports teams. Since its launch, the program has provided $93 million in support of the province’s amateur athletes and their coaches. Each year, OLG contributes $10 million in proceeds to the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport which runs the program. To date, more than 4,000 athletes have received funding assistance through the Quest for Gold program.
“OLG is proud to be a Premier Partner of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games and a Presenting Partner of the Torch Relay,” says Stephen Rigby, OLG’s President and CEO. “OLG has a proud history of championing amateur athletics in Ontario through Quest for Gold and the torch relay will be a great opportunity to celebrate that history.”
Josh will carry the Pan Am flame through Sarnia on Tuesday, June 16, 2015.
Join us at the torch relay evening celebration to mark the arrival of the Pan Am flame at Windsor City Hall at 350 City Hall Square West. The flame will arrive at 7 p.m. Entertainment will be provided before and after the flame’s arrival.
The torch relay started in Canada on May 30, 2015. The 41-day journey shares the Pan Am Games spirit in more than 130 communities and will make its final stop on July 10, 2015, at the Opening Ceremony in Toronto.
OLG is a provincial agency responsible for gaming facilities, the sale of province-wide lottery games, the PlayOLG Internet gaming website and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres across the province. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $40 billion to the Province and the people of Ontario. OLG’s annual payments to the province have helped support the operation of hospitals; prevention, treatment and research of problem gambling; amateur sport through the Quest for Gold program; and local and provincial charities. OLG was a Premier Sponsor of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am / Parapan Am Games.
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TICKET WORTH $100,000 UNCLAIMED IN BOWMANVILLE
Sault Ste. Marie – Time is running out to claim an ENCORE – LOTTO MAX prize worth $100,000 for a ticket sold one year ago in Bowmanville. Players have one year from the original draw date to claim their prize.
The winning numbers for the Friday, June 27, 2014 ENCORE – LOTTO MAX draw were 5 – 5 – 5 – 2 – 8 – 7 – 8. Players must match the last six of the seven numbers drawn in exact order to win the $100,000prize.
Anyone possessing this ticket should fill in the back portion, sign it and contact the OLG Prize Centre at 20 Dundas Street West in Toronto before 6 p.m. on Monday, June 29, 2015.
The OLG Prize Centre is now open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., unless Saturday is a statutory holiday or if there is a statutory holiday on the preceding Friday or the following Monday. For full details on Prize Centre hours and services, please visit the “How to Claim Prizes” section of our website at olg.ca.
Winners of up to $250,000 also have the convenience of dropping off winning tickets for processing at any OLG Casino or at several of OLG Slots at Racetrack facilities. Winning tickets of less than $999.99 can be cashed at these sites. Please call 1-800-387-0098 for more details or for a list of locations.
Information about this and other unclaimed tickets is available by clicking the “Unclaimed Lottery Tickets” Quick Link on the home page of olg.ca.
OLG reminds players that they can check their tickets for winners in a number of convenient ways:
- Visit the Winning Numbers page on olg.ca.
- Call our WIN! Line at 416-870-8946 (Toronto area) or toll free at 1-866-891-8946 (outside Toronto area).
- Use the easy self-serve Ticket Checker at your lottery terminal retailer. Simply insert the ticket, barcode side up, and wait for the message to appear on the Ticket Checker’s screen.
- Sign up on olg.ca for winning numbers to be e-mailed to you.
- Pick up a winning numbers printout from your lottery terminal retailer.
- Sign your ticket and ask a lottery retailer to check it for you.
OLG is a provincial agency responsible for gaming facilities, the sale of province-wide lottery games, the PlayOLG Internet gaming website and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres across the province. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $40 billion to the Province and the people of Ontario. OLG’s annual payments to the province have helped support the operation of hospitals; prevention, treatment and research of problem gambling; amateur sport through the Quest for Gold program; and local and provincial charities. OLG was a Premier Sponsor of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am / Parapan Am Games.
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‘Innisfil Ignites’ over Pan Am torch
‘Innisfil Ignites’ celebrated the arrival of the Pan Am torch Thursday morning with a community party.
TICKET WORTH $100,000 UNCLAIMED IN MISSISSAUGA
Sault Ste. Marie – Time is running out to claim an ENCORE – LOTTO 6/49 prize worth $100,000 for a ticket sold one year ago in Mississauga. Players have one year from the original draw date to claim their prize.
The winning numbers for the Wednesday, June 25, 2014 ENCORE – LOTTO 6/49 draw were 5 – 7 – 6 – 1 – 3 – 5 – 4. Players must match the last six of the seven numbers drawn in exact order to win the $100,000 prize.
Anyone possessing this ticket should fill in the back portion, sign it and contact the OLG Prize Centre at 20 Dundas Street West in Toronto before 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 25, 2015.
The OLG Prize Centre is now open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., unless Saturday is a statutory holiday or if there is a statutory holiday on the preceding Friday or the following Monday. For full details on Prize Centre hours and services, please visit the “How to Claim Prizes” section of our website at olg.ca.
Winners of up to $250,000 also have the convenience of dropping off winning tickets for processing at any OLG Casino or at several of OLG Slots at Racetrack facilities. Winning tickets of less than $999.99 can be cashed at these sites. Please call 1-800-387-0098 for more details or for a list of locations.
Information about this and other unclaimed tickets is available by clicking the “Unclaimed Lottery Tickets” Quick Link on the home page of olg.ca.
OLG reminds players that they can check their tickets for winners in a number of convenient ways:
- Visit the Winning Numbers page on olg.ca.
- Call our WIN! Line at 416-870-8946 (Toronto area) or toll free at 1-866-891-8946 (outside Toronto area).
- Use the easy self-serve Ticket Checker at your lottery terminal retailer. Simply insert the ticket, barcode side up, and wait for the message to appear on the Ticket Checker’s screen.
- Sign up on olg.ca for winning numbers to be e-mailed to you.
- Pick up a winning numbers printout from your lottery terminal retailer.
- Sign your ticket and ask a lottery retailer to check it for you.
OLG is a provincial agency responsible for gaming facilities, the sale of province-wide lottery games, the PlayOLG Internet gaming website and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres across the province. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $40 billion to the Province and the people of Ontario. OLG’s annual payments to the province have helped support the operation of hospitals; prevention, treatment and research of problem gambling; amateur sport through the Quest for Gold program; and local and provincial charities. OLG was a Premier Sponsor of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am / Parapan Am Games.
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OLG QUEST FOR GOLD RECIPIENTS CONNOR MCCONVEY AND SHELBY HEYD TO CARRY PAN AM TORCH THROUGH INNISFIL AND KATIE FARROW TO CARRY PAN AM TORCH THROUGH COLLINGWOOD
Toronto, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) would like to congratulate Connor McConvey, Shelby Heyd and Katie Farrow, who were selected to be Pan Am torchbearers in the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay.
Connor is a long track speed skater, Shelby is a softball senior outfielder, and Katie is an alpine skier.
Shelby is a recipient of Quest for Gold funding while Connor and Katie are past recipients.
The Quest for Gold program was established in January 2006 to support Ontario athletes and increase their performance and participation on national and international sports teams. Since its launch, the program has provided $93 million in support of the province’s amateur athletes and their coaches. Each year, OLG contributes $10 million in proceeds to the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport which runs the program. To date, more than 4,000 athletes have received funding assistance through the Quest for Gold program.
“OLG is proud to be a Premier Partner of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games and a Presenting Partner of the Torch Relay,” says Stephen Rigby, OLG’s President and CEO. “OLG has a proud history of championing amateur athletics in Ontario through Quest for Gold and the torch relay will be a great opportunity to celebrate that history.”
Connor and Shelby will carry the Pan Am flame through Innisfil on Thursday, June 11, 2015.
Katie will carry the Pan Am flame through Collingwood on the same day.
The torch relay started in Canada on May 30, 2015. The 41-day journey shares the Pan Am Games spirit in more than 130 communities and will make its final stop on July 10, 2015, at the Opening Ceremony in Toronto.
OLG is a provincial agency responsible for gaming facilities, the sale of province-wide lottery games, the PlayOLG Internet gaming website and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres across the province. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $40 billion to the Province and the people of Ontario. OLG’s annual payments to the province have helped support the operation of hospitals; prevention, treatment and research of problem gambling; amateur sport through the Quest for Gold program; and local and provincial charities. OLG was a Premier Sponsor of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am / Parapan Am Games.
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OLG QUEST FOR GOLD RECIPIENTS LAREN MCEWAN TO CARRY PAN AM TORCH THROUGH PENETANGUISHINE AND MITCHELL ISLAM TO CARRY PAN AM TORCH THROUGH BARRIE
Toronto, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) would like to congratulate Lauren McEwan and Mitchell Islam who were selected to be Pan Am torchbearers in the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay.
Lauren is a rugby player and a member of Canada’s U-20 team.
Mitchell is a figure skater. In 2010, Mitchell and his partner Alexandra Paul claimed the silver medal at the 2010 World Junior Championships.
Mitchell is a recipient of Quest for Gold funding while Lauren is a past recipient.
The Quest for Gold program was established in January 2006 to support Ontario athletes and increase their performance and participation on national and international sports teams. Since its launch, the program has provided $93 million in support of the province’s amateur athletes and their coaches. Each year, OLG contributes $10 million in proceeds to the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport which runs the program. To date, more than 4,000 athletes have received funding assistance through the Quest for Gold program.
“OLG is proud to be a Premier Partner of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games and a Presenting Partner of the Torch Relay,” says Stephen Rigby, OLG’s President and CEO. “OLG has a proud history of championing amateur athletics in Ontario through Quest for Gold and the torch relay will be a great opportunity to celebrate that history.”
Lauren will carry the Pan Am flame through Penetanguishine on Wednesday, June 10, 2015.
Mitchell will carry the Pan Am flame through Barrie later that same day.
Join us at the torch relay evening celebration to mark the arrival of the Pan Am flame at Barrie City Hall, 70 Collier Street in Barrie. The flame is scheduled to arrive at 7 p.m. Entertainment will be provided before and after the flame’s arrival.
The torch relay started in Canada on May 30, 2015. The 41-day journey shares the Pan Am Games spirit in more than 130 communities and will make its final stop on July 10, 2015, at the Opening Ceremony in Toronto.
OLG is a provincial agency responsible for gaming facilities, the sale of province-wide lottery games, the PlayOLG Internet gaming website and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres across the province. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $40 billion to the Province and the people of Ontario. OLG’s annual payments to the province have helped support the operation of hospitals; prevention, treatment and research of problem gambling; amateur sport through the Quest for Gold program; and local and provincial charities. OLG was a Premier Sponsor of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am / Parapan Am Games.
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Industry Governance Committee Formed
To support horse racing integration, OLG has worked with the government and industry to establish a committee structure that will deepen its relationships with the industry and begin to lay the foundation for success.
A key area of focus for horse racing integration is the creation of a new governance structure for the industry. The Interim Governance Committee has been created to solicit industry input on integration activities and provide advice to the Government of Ontario and its agencies. The committee is led by an independent chair and is supported by representatives from OLG and the horse racing industry.
The committee will be providing integration updates to the public and the industry on the Ontario Horse Racing website. Read the first update from John Snobelen, Chair of the Interim Governance Committee.
OLG QUEST FOR GOLD RECIPIENT ANDREW FAGAN TO CARRY PAN AM TORCH THROUGH AJAX
Toronto, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) would like to congratulate Andrew Fagan who was selected to be a Pan Am torchbearer in the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay.
Dr. Andrew Fagan is a member of the Canadian Compound Archery Team. He has competed at the Pan American Championships, the FITA Archery World Cup circuit, and the 2010 Commonwealth Games.
Andrew is a recipient of Quest for Gold funding.
The Quest for Gold program was established in January 2006 to support Ontario athletes and increase their performance and participation on national and international sports teams. Since its launch, the program has provided $93 million in support of the province’s amateur athletes and their coaches. Each year, OLG contributes $10 million in proceeds to the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport which runs the program. To date, more than 4,000 athletes have received funding assistance through the Quest for Gold program.
“OLG is proud to be a Premier Partner of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games and a Presenting Partner of the Torch Relay,” says Stephen Rigby, OLG’s President and CEO. “OLG has a proud history of championing amateur athletics in Ontario through Quest for Gold and the torch relay will be a great opportunity to celebrate that history.”
Andrew will carry the Pan Am flame through Ajax on Saturday, June 6, 2015.
Join us at the torch relay evening celebration to mark the arrival of the Pan Am flame at the Audley Recreation Centre at 1955 Audley Road in Ajax. The flame will arrive at 5 p.m. Entertainment will be provided before and after the flame’s arrival.
The torch relay started in Canada on May 30, 2015. The 41-day journey shares the Pan Am Games spirit in more than 130 communities and will make its final stop on July 10, 2015, at the Opening Ceremony in Toronto.
OLG is a provincial agency responsible for gaming facilities, the sale of province-wide lottery games, the PlayOLG Internet gaming website and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres across the province. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $40 billion to the Province and the people of Ontario. OLG’s annual payments to the province have helped support the operation of hospitals; prevention, treatment and research of problem gambling; amateur sport through the Quest for Gold program; and local and provincial charities. OLG was a Premier Sponsor of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am / Parapan Am Games.
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Rosie MacLennan leads Pan Am torchbearers in Toronto
King’s Olympic gold medallist Rosie MacLennan helped carry the torch in Toronto Saturday, to usher in the final journey to the Pan Am Games.
OLG QUEST FOR GOLD RECIPIENTS BRAXTON STONE-PAPADOPOULOS AND JUSTIN BARNES TO CARRY PAN AM TORCH THROUGH OSHAWA
Toronto, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) would like to congratulate Braxton Stone-Papadopoulos and Justine Barnes who were selected to be Pan Am torchbearers in the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay.
Braxton is multi-medal winning wrestler. Her wins include a 2013 Pan American Games bronze medal and a 2014 bronze medal in the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
Justin is passionate about sailing. At 17, he joined the High Performance team at the Royal Canadian Yacht Club.
Braxton and Justin are both recipients of Quest for Gold funding.
The Quest for Gold program was established in January 2006 to support Ontario athletes and increase their performance and participation on national and international sports teams. Since its launch, the program has provided $93 million in support of the province’s amateur athletes and their coaches. Each year, OLG contributes $10 million in proceeds to the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport which runs the program. To date, more than 4,000 athletes have received funding assistance through the Quest for Gold program.
“OLG is proud to be a Premier Partner of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games and a Presenting Partner of the Torch Relay,” says Stephen Rigby, OLG’s President and CEO. “OLG has a proud history of championing amateur athletics in Ontario through Quest for Gold and the torch relay will be a great opportunity to celebrate that history.”
Braxton and Justin will carry the Pan Am flame through Oshawa on Friday, June 5, 2015.
Join us at the torch relay evening celebration to mark the arrival of the Pan Am flame at Oshawa Town Hall at 50 Centre Street South. The flame will arrive at 7 p.m. Entertainment will be provided before and after the flame’s arrival.
The torch relay started in Canada on May 30, 2015. The 41-day journey shares the Pan Am Games spirit in more than 130 communities and will make its final stop on July 10, 2015, at the Opening Ceremony in Toronto.
OLG is a provincial agency responsible for gaming facilities, the sale of province-wide lottery games, the PlayOLG Internet gaming website and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres across the province. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $40 billion to the Province and the people of Ontario. OLG’s annual payments to the province have helped support the operation of hospitals; prevention, treatment and research of problem gambling; amateur sport through the Quest for Gold program; and local and provincial charities. OLG was a Premier Sponsor of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am / Parapan Am Games.
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OLG QUEST FOR GOLD RECIPIENT CHERYL COPSON TO REPRESENT PETERBOROUGH AS PAN AM TORCHBEARER
Toronto, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) would like to congratulate Cheryl Copson who was selected to be a Pan Am torchbearer in the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay.
Cheryl will carry the Pan Am flame through Peterborough on Thursday, June 4, 2015.
Cheryl has been a rower since 2005. She has represented Ontario at the Canada Summer Games and the Under 23 World Rowing Championships.
Cheryl is also a past recipient of Quest for Gold funding.
The Quest for Gold program was established in January 2006 to support Ontario athletes and increase their performance and participation on national and international sports teams. Since its launch, the program has provided $93 million in support of the province’s amateur athletes and their coaches. Each year, OLG contributes $10 million in proceeds to the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport which runs the program. To date, more than 4,000 athletes have received funding assistance through the Quest for Gold program.
“OLG is proud to be a Premier Partner of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games and a Presenting Partner of the Torch Relay,” says Stephen Rigby, OLG’s President and CEO. “OLG has a proud history of championing amateur athletics in Ontario through Quest for Gold and the torch relay will be a great opportunity to celebrate that history.”
Join us at the torch relay evening celebration to mark the arrival of the Pan Am flame at Del Crary Park at 100 George Street North in Peterborough on Thursday, June 4, 2015. The flame will arrive at 7 p.m. Entertainment will be provided before and after the arrival of the flame.
The torch relay started in Canada on May 30, 2015. The 41-day journey shares the Pan Am Games spirit in more than 130 communities and makes its final stop on July 10, 2015, at the Opening Ceremony in Toronto.
OLG is a provincial agency responsible for gaming facilities, the sale of province-wide lottery games, the PlayOLG Internet gaming website and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres across the province. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $40 billion to the Province and the people of Ontario. OLG’s annual payments to the province have helped support the operation of hospitals; prevention, treatment and research of problem gambling; amateur sport through the Quest for Gold program; and local and provincial charities. OLG was a Premier Sponsor of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am / Parapan Am Games.
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Horse Racing in the 2015 Ontario Budget
OLG is proceeding with horse racing integration as part of modernization. This means we are putting more of a focus on horse racing’s part in the overall provincial gaming strategy to make sure it has a strong future in Ontario.
In the 2015 Ontario Budget, the government “committed to strategically realigning Provincial horse racing regulation, adjudication and funding within government and agencies.” To do this, it is proposing legislative changes that would, if passed, “integrate support for provincial horse racing within OLG’s mandate and transfer the Province’s regulatory responsibilities for horse racing to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario.”
The budget goes on to say that “strengthening collaboration between industry and government is important to the industry’s long-term sustainability, recognizing its role in both rural and urban Ontario.”
TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay to Celebrate in Parry Sound and Simcoe County on June 10
On Wednesday, June 10, Day 12 of the Pan Am Games Torch Relay presented by President’s Choice® and OLG, the Pan Am flame will visit several Ontario communities, including Parry Sound,Waubaushene, Victoria Harbour, Port McNicoll, Midland, Penetanguishene, Oro-Medonte and Barrie.
TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay Celebrates in Northern Ontario on June 2
Day 4 of the Pan Am Games Torch Relay, presented by President’s Choice® and OLG, introduced the Pan Am flame to the spirit of the voyageurs and to Canada’s biggest coin as torchbearers travelled through Sault Ste. Marie, Bruce Mines, Thessalon, Blind River, Serpent River First Nation, Massey,Espanola, Little Current and Greater Sudbury.
OLG Congratulates Pan Am Participants
OLG congratulates Sault Search and Rescue for their big win in the All For Community Challenge during the Pan Am Games Torch Relay celebration last night.
Whitby, Oshawa and Ajax set to welcome the Toronto 2015 Pan and Parapan Am Games
Pumping up the hype for the Toronto 2015 Pan and Parapan Am Games, the provincial government was at the Abilities Centre May 29 handing out money to the Town of Whitby, Oshawa and Ajax for the upcoming Torch Run festivities taking place next week.
TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay to Celebrate in Orillia, Muskoka Region and Parry Sound on June 9
On Tuesday, June 9, day 11 of the Pan Am Games Torch Relay presented by President’s Choice® and OLG, the Pan Am flame will visit several Ontario communities, including Orillia,Gravenhurst, Bracebridge and Parry Sound.
OLG QUEST FOR GOLD RECIPIENTS JORDON MINO AND ROBERT SHAW TO REPRESENT NORTH BAY AS PAN AM TORCHBEARERS
Toronto, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) would like to congratulate Jordan Mino and Robert Shaw who were selected to be Pan Am torchbearers in the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay.
Jordan Mino is a Sledge Hockey player from North Bay. He plays for North Bay Ice Breakers and Sledge Team Ontario.
A talented tennis player, Robert Shaw is an up-and-comer to look out for in the Canadian wheelchair tennis landscape.
Jordan is a recipient of Quest for Gold funding and Robert is a past recipient.
The Quest for Gold program was established in January 2006 to support Ontario athletes and increase their performance and participation on national and international sports teams. Since its launch, the program has provided $93 million in support of the province’s amateur athletes and their coaches. Each year, OLG contributes $10 million in proceeds to the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport which runs the program. To date, more than 4,000 athletes have received funding assistance through the Quest for Gold program.
“OLG is proud to be a Premier Partner of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games and a Presenting Partner of the Torch Relay,” says Stephen Rigby, OLG’s President and CEO. “OLG has a proud history of championing amateur athletics in Ontario through Quest for Gold and the torch relay will be a great opportunity to celebrate that history.”
Jordan and Robert will carry the Pan Am flame through North Bay on Wednesday, June 3, 2015.
Join us at the torch relay evening celebration to mark the arrival of the Pan Am flame at River Mill Park in Huntsville. The flame will arrive at 7 p.m. Entertainment will be provided before and after the flame’s arrival.
The torch relay started in Canada on May 30, 2015. The 41-day journey shares the Pan Am Games spirit in more than 130 communities and will make its final stop on July 10, 2015, at the Opening Ceremony in Toronto.
OLG is a provincial agency responsible for gaming facilities, the sale of province-wide lottery games, the PlayOLG Internet gaming website and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres across the province. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $40 billion to the Province and the people of Ontario. OLG’s annual payments to the province have helped support the operation of hospitals; prevention, treatment and research of problem gambling; amateur sport through the Quest for Gold program; and local and provincial charities. OLG was a Premier Sponsor of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am / Parapan Am Games.
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OLG QUEST FOR GOLD RECIPIENT REBECCA JOHNSTON TO REPRESENT SUDBURY AS PAN AM TORCHBEARER
Toronto, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) would like to congratulate Rebecca Johnston who was selected to be a Pan Am torchbearer in the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay.
Rebecca will carry the Pan Am flame through Sudbury on Tuesday, June 2, 2015.
Rebecca has been a member of Canada’s National Women’s Hockey Team since 2007. She is a two-time Olympic Gold Medallist. Rebecca is also a recipient of Quest for Gold funding.
The Quest for Gold program was established in January 2006 to support Ontario athletes and increase their performance and participation on national and international sports teams. Since its launch, the program has provided $93 million in support of the province’s amateur athletes and their coaches. Each year, OLG contributes $10 million in proceeds to the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport which runs the program. To date, more than 4,000 athletes have received funding assistance through the Quest for Gold program.
“OLG is proud to be a Premier Partner of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games and a Presenting Partner of the Torch Relay,” says Stephen Rigby, OLG’s President and CEO. “OLG has a proud history of championing amateur athletics in Ontario through Quest for Gold and the torch relay will be a great opportunity to celebrate that history.”
Join us at the torch relay evening celebration to mark the arrival of the Pan Am flame at the Grace Hartman Amphitheatre in Sudbury on Tuesday, June 2, 2015. The flame will arrive at 7 p.m. Entertainment will be provided before and after the arrival of the flame.
The torch relay will start in Canada on May 30, 2015. The 41-day journey will share the Pan Am Games spirit in more than 130 communities and will make its final stop on July 10, 2015, at the Opening Ceremony in Toronto.
OLG is a provincial agency responsible for gaming facilities, the sale of province-wide lottery games, the PlayOLG Internet gaming website and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres across the province. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $40 billion to the Province and the people of Ontario. OLG’s annual payments to the province have helped support the operation of hospitals; prevention, treatment and research of problem gambling; amateur sport through the Quest for Gold program; and local and provincial charities. OLG was a Premier Sponsor of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am / Parapan Am Games.
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TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay Celebrates In Thunder Bay And Algoma Districts On May 31
The Pan Am flame rose with the sun on Day 2 of the Pan Am Games Torch Relay presented by President’s Choice® and OLG for a breathtaking visit in northern Ontario that included stops to honour a stuffed literary legend and one of Canada’s most inspirational athlete. The flame’s route included Fort William First Nation, Thunder Bay, Nipigon, Terrace Bay, Marathon, White River and Wawa.
Pan Am Games torch relay begins in Toronto
Olympic gold medallist Rosie MacLennan held the lit Pan Am Games torch over her head amid great applause in Toronto on Saturday, then headed outside to begin the torch’s 41-day relay.
COMING SOON: EXTENDED TIME TO PLAY LOTTERY TICKET PURCHASE CUTOFF CHANGING TO 10:30 P.M.
TORONTO, ON – Starting Monday July 13, 2015, lottery customers will have more time in the evening to buy an OLG ticket for a draw to be held the same night. The cut-off time to purchase a ticket for a draw the same night will move to 10:30 p.m. from 9:00 p.m.
The change applies to all OLG evening lottery draw games including the national big lotto games LOTTO MAX and LOTTO 6/49, as well as all Ontario regional games such as ONTARIO 49, LOTTARIO, and ENCORE.
With the later time to buy tickets, the times at which draws are held and winning numbers are announced will also occur later. Winning numbers and prize information will still be released as quickly as possible, and players will still be able to validate tickets early the next day.
The later time to buy a ticket for a draw the same night applies to all OLG games with evening draws. There’s no change to the 2:00 p.m. cut-off for ticket purchases on mid-day draws. To ensure players are aware of the change, notices and information about the later times began June 1 through messages printed on tickets, at lottery retailers and on OLG websites.
Ontario lottery players can also purchase tickets online for LOTTO MAX, LOTTO 6/49 and ENCORE by registering with OLG’s Internet gaming and lottery site Playolg.ca.
OLG is a provincial agency responsible for gaming facilities, the sale of province-wide lottery games, the PlayOLG Internet gaming website and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres across the province. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $40 billion to the Province and the people of Ontario. OLG’s annual payments to the province have helped support the operation of hospitals; prevention, treatment and research of problem gambling; amateur sport through the Quest for Gold program; and local and provincial charities. OLG was a Premier Sponsor of the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am / Parapan Am Games.
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