SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – There are two weeks left to claim an ENCORE prize worth $10,000 from the Wednesday, February 16, 2022 LOTTO 6/49 draw. The winning numbers were 6 – 0 – 2 – 6 – 3 – 0 – 5 and the winning ticket was sold in Trenton.

Players must match the first six of the seven ENCORE numbers in exact order to win the $10,000 prize. Players have one year from the draw date to claim their prize.

The owner(s) of this ticket should fill in the back portion, sign it and contact OLG Customer Care at 1-800-387-0098.

OLG is booking in-person prize claim appointments at the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto. We strongly encourage those with claims between $1,000 and $49,999.90 to submit them online or mail them in. Submitting claims online is fast and secure. Customers with prizes over $50,000 are asked to call 1-800-387-0098 to discuss available prize claim options.

OLG reminds players that they can check their tickets for winners from home in a number of convenient ways:

• Check the winning numbers on OLG.ca
• Use the OLG App on your mobile device. Scan the ticket barcode and wait for the message to appear on the screen.
• Sign up on OLG.ca for winning numbers to be emailed to you.
• Call our WIN! Line at 416-870-8946 (Toronto area) or toll free at 1-866-891-8946 (outside Toronto area).

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $57 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

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WASAGA BEACH, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) is excited to issue the first quarterly gaming revenue payment of $152,138 to the Town of Wasaga Beach, for its role in hosting the new Playtime Casino Wasaga Beach. This first payment is based on casino revenue generated from November 23, 2022, to December 31, 2022, the first 39 days the casino operated during OLG’s third quarter.

During a grand opening event at the new Playtime Casino Wasaga Beach, OLG’s President and CEO Duncan Hannay, along with Brian Saunderson, MPP for Simcoe-Grey, presented Wasaga Beach Mayor Brian Smith with the initial cheque for $152,138, representing the city’s share of proceeds generated by the province’s newest gaming facility.

“I would like to congratulate Gateway Casinos on the opening of this exciting new casino in Wasaga Beach” said Brian Saunderson, MPP for Simcoe-Grey. “This entertainment destination is a $34 million investment that will have a significant impact on the regional economy, will add to the robust tourism sector, and provide hundreds of new, local jobs.”

“We are very happy to host Playtime Casino Wasaga Beach, which offers a new entertainment destination for the region and is creating new jobs in our community,” said Wasaga Beach Mayor Brian Smith. “And, we are pleased to work with OLG and Gateway Casinos to use this new revenue stream to improve the quality of life of the residents of Wasaga Beach.”

“It is a real privilege to be able to partner with communities like Wasaga Beach in working with our service providers to deliver capital investment, create jobs, and offer world-class entertainment in a safe and secure environment, said OLG’s President and CEO Duncan Hannay.  “In a little over a month, we have seen how the new Playtime Casino Wasaga Beach has already begun to contribute to the life of the region.  This is, indeed, an important way that we at OLG continue to ‘Play for Ontario.’”

The new Playtime Casino Wasaga Beach was built by Gateway Casinos and Entertainment Limited, the service provider for the Central Gaming Bundle, as part of OLG’s land-based gaming modernization.

“Gateway is extremely proud to celebrate the grand opening of Playtime Casino Wasaga Beach. We have been warmly welcomed by this community from the day we announced our intention to locate here.  We believe Wasaga Beach has a great future and our investment here supported by OLG is now showing dividends not only in the 140 new jobs we have created, but in establishing a year-round entertainment attraction for both visitors and residents of the Beach.” said Carrie Kormos, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer.​

Over the past seven years, service providers have invested an estimated $1.8 billion in private sector capital investment across the province.  Since 2017, these investments have led to the development and opening of seven new casinos, including Playtime Casino Wasaga Beach, one planned development and additional gaming expansions and non-gaming amenities.

OLG supports safe play at casinos and wants to keep the fun in the game. That’s why OLG is proud to be a leader in promoting responsible gambling with our globally recognized PlaySmart program.

We embed our award winning PlaySmart program in each of the province’s casinos through our PlaySmart Centres, including at Playtime Casino Wasaga Beach. These centres are staffed, on OLG’s behalf, by employees of the Responsible Gambling Council, one of the most reputable responsible gambling organizations in Canada.

OLG is proud to share proceeds of casino gaming with local communities, contributing to economic development, infrastructure and jobs.  Payments to host communities are part of OLG’s commitment to Ontario – 100 per cent of OLG’s profits are reinvested in the province.

These payments are based on Municipality Contribution Agreements, using a graduated scale of gaming revenue at the hosted site which is consistently applied across Ontario.

Under the agreement, municipalities receive:

• 25% on the first $65 million of slot revenue;
• 0% on the next $135 million of slot revenue;
• 5% on the next $300 million of slot revenue;
• 5% on the slot revenue above $500 million;
• 0% of table game revenue; and
• 0% of sportsbook revenue (if applicable).

Payments are provided quarterly (the third quarter ran from October 1 to December 31, 2022). The amount of these payments may vary within a given year depending on if/when a gaming site reaches these graduated revenue benchmarks.

Since 1994, host communities have received more than $1.93 billion in non-tax gaming revenue.

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $57 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

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TORONTO, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming (OLG) is thrilled once again to have been selected for Forbes’ prestigious list of Canada’s Best Employers. This year, OLG moved up the ranks, placing in the top 15 per cent on the list of companies recognized in 2023.

“It is an honour to again be recognized on Forbes’ list of top employers in Canada and to know that so many of our employees would recommend OLG as a great place to work,” said Duncan Hannay, OLG’s President and CEO. “OLG is an employer of choice, and I am proud to work alongside all OLGers as we transform gaming entertainment in Ontario and make a difference for people throughout the province.”

This year, OLG ranked 41 out of 300 companies on the Canada’s Best Employers List, moving up 12 spots since 2022 — and placed second in its industry.

Forbes and Statista Inc. selected the Canada’s Best Employers 2023 through an independent survey of employees working for companies with more than 500 employees in Canada. The evaluation was based on direct and indirect recommendations from employees who were asked to rate their willingness to recommend their own employers to friends and family.

“This recognition means so much because it is completely employee driven and shows how proud OLGers are of the work we do together,” said Esther Zdolec, OLG’s Senior Vice President of People and Culture. “Our employees are committed to doing good for Ontario and playing as one team. They support and value their colleagues and celebrate different perspectives and backgrounds. OLG could not do the good we do without the tremendous dedication of our employees.”

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $57 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

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TORONTO, ON – Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation (OLG) and PROLINE+ have launched a multi-year extension to their partnership with Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) that sees PROLINE+ become the official Sports Betting partner of Real Sports (RS) to help get fans closer to the sports they love through unique experiences.

PROLINE+’s partnership with Real Sports kicks off with an exclusive fan experience at the venue, home of Toronto’s largest screen and 100-foot bar, during the NFL Conference Championships.

Date:

Sunday, January 29, 2023

Times:

3:00 p.m. – NFC Championship

6:30 p.m. – AFC Championship

Location:

Real Sports

15 York Street, Unit A

Toronto, Ontario

M5J 2Z2

Seating is first come, first served. Reservations are recommended.

Fans attending the event will have a chance to win NFL swag and other PROLINE+ prizes, meet NFL Alumni players, and get up close and personal with the real Vince Lombardi Trophy.

“PROLINE+’s partnership with MLSE will create memorable moments and interactive experiences for sports fans,” says Dave Pridmore, OLG’s Chief Gaming Officer. “The combination of these two trusted brands will allow fans to get ‘closer to the action’ and interact with their favourite teams in new, exciting ways.”

“As an organization that takes pride in delivering best-in-class fan experiences, we value the power of collaboration with partners that share this passion,” says Jordan Vader, Senior Vice President, Global Partnerships, MLSE. “Whether it be in the home of their favourite Toronto sports team or at their go-to restaurant for the game, we look forward to working with PROLINE+ to creating unique and unforgettable moments for our fans.”

One hundred per cent of the profits generated through OLG products are reinvested in the province to improve the quality of life for all Ontarians. When you play with PROLINE+, you play for Ontario.

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $57 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

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SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – There are two weeks left to claim an ENCORE prize worth $10,000 from the Wednesday, February 2, 2022 LOTTO 6/49 draw. The winning numbers were 2 – 5 – 0 – 7 – 8 – 9 – 1 and the winning ticket was sold in Sudbury.

Players must match the first six of the seven ENCORE numbers in exact order to win the $10,000 prize. Players have one year from the draw date to claim their prize.

The owner(s) of this ticket should fill in the back portion, sign it and contact OLG Customer Care at 1-800-387-0098.

OLG is booking in-person prize claim appointments at the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto. We strongly encourage those with claims between $1,000 and $49,999.90 to submit them online or mail them in. Submitting claims online is fast and secure. Customers with prizes over $50,000 are asked to call 1-800-387-0098 to discuss available prize claim options.

OLG reminds players that they can check their tickets for winners from home in a number of convenient ways:

• Check the winning numbers on OLG.ca
• Use the OLG App on your mobile device. Scan the ticket barcode and wait for the message to appear on the screen.
• Sign up on OLG.ca for winning numbers to be emailed to you.
• Call our WIN! Line at 416-870-8946 (Toronto area) or toll free at 1-866-891-8946 (outside Toronto area).

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $57 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

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SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) is pleased to make third quarter (October 1 – December 31) payments totaling $32,385,278 to 29 communities that host gaming facilities.

So far, during OLG’s fiscal year (April 1, 2022 to March 31, 2023), these 29 communities have received $113,919,071.

These payments to host communities are based on a formula consistently applied across all gaming sites in Ontario using a graduated scale of gaming revenue at the hosted site.

“Payments through OLG’s Municipality Contribution Agreement provide host gaming communities with the support they need to fund programs and critical infrastructure to improve the lives of residents and families,” said Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of Finance.  “With these revenues, municipalities are able to build better communities with more opportunities to live and work.”

OLG is proud to share proceeds of casino gaming with local communities, contributing to economic recovery, infrastructure development and job creation.  Payments to host communities are part of OLG’s commitment to Ontario – 100 per cent of OLG’s profits are reinvested in the province.

Over the past seven years, service providers have invested an estimated $1.8 billion in private sector capital investment across the province.  Since 2017, these investments have led to the development and opening of seven new casinos, one planned development and additional gaming expansions and non-gaming amenities.

Since 1994, host communities have received more than $1.93 billion in non-tax gaming revenue.

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $57 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

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SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – There are two weeks left to claim a LOTTO MAX prize worth $183,891.20 from the Tuesday, January 4, 2022 LOTTO MAX draw. The winning selection for this prize was 07– 08 – 13 – 20 – 25 – 26 – 48 and Bonus Number 36 and the winning ticket was sold in Temagami.

Players must match six out of seven numbers plus the Bonus Number to win the secondary LOTTO MAX prize. Players have one year from the draw date to claim their prize.

The owner(s) of this ticket should fill in the back portion, sign it and contact the OLG Support Centre at 1-800-387-0098.

OLG is booking in-person prize claim appointments at the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto. We strongly encourage those with claims between $1,000 and $49,999.90 to submit them online or mail them in. Submitting claims online is fast and secure. Customers with prizes over $50,000 are asked to call 1-800-387-0098 to discuss available prize claim options.

OLG reminds players that they can check their tickets for winners from home in a number of convenient ways:

• Check the winning numbers on OLG.ca.
• Use the OLG App on your mobile device. Scan the ticket barcode and wait for the message to appear on the screen.
• Sign up on OLG.ca for winning numbers to be emailed to you.
• Call our WIN! Line at 416-870-8946 (Toronto area) or toll free at 1-866-891-8946 (outside Toronto area).

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $57 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

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TORONTO, ON – OLG is proud to welcome its newest Executive Leadership Team member, Esther Zdolec, who is joining the organization as Senior Vice President, People and Culture. Ms. Zdolec will begin her new role on January 16, 2023 and will serve as the senior executive leader at OLG’s head office location in Sault Ste. Marie.

“We are delighted that Esther is joining OLG and will be residing in the wonderful community of Sault Ste. Marie,” said Duncan Hannay, OLG’s President and CEO. “This appointment builds on our commitment to strengthen our executive leadership presence in the Soo — and we believe Esther will be a great addition to our high-performing team and will be an engaged community leader in the city.”

Most recently, Ms. Zdolec has been Vice President, Organizational Effectiveness and Human Resources at Fleming College, Peterborough. In this role, she was responsible for the full range of human resources and labour relations services across the college. Previously, Ms. Zdolec held executive roles in both the public and private sector, including Executive Vice President, Human Resources at Infrastructure Ontario, a crown agency of the government of Ontario, as well as Vice President, Human Resources at Canadian Nuclear Laboratories, and Senior Vice President, Human Resources at Candu Energy and SNC-Lavalin. Ms. Zdolec also worked for OLG in Sault Ste. Marie early in her career as Manager, Human Resources.

“I appreciated the opportunity to meet with OLG President and CEO, Duncan Hannay shortly after I was elected to discuss growing OLG’s operations locally, and the relocation of an executive leadership position to Sault Ste. Marie is certainly a positive development,” said Sault Ste. Marie Mayor, Matthew Shoemaker. “The City is committed to continue working with the OLG to ensure as many positions as possible are located at the headquarters in Sault Ste. Marie.”

Ms. Zdolec’s commitment to workplace culture, empowering and growing employees, and fostering diversity and inclusion, along with her experience in both the public and private sector, will be invaluable as OLG continues to advance its winning culture and positions itself as a destination for top talent.

“I’m pleased to be rejoining OLG in my new role and am excited about returning to the Soo,” said Ms. Zdolec. “OLG has a great reputation as an employer and I look forward to playing a role in building its winning culture, especially in the community. Sault Ste. Marie offers many competitive advantages to OLG, and we want to grow our talented workforce in the city.”

As one of the top employers in Sault Ste. Marie and an integral part of the vibrant community, OLG is committed to continuing to create good local jobs by growing our workforce, partnering with local organizations and businesses, and sponsoring many important community projects and events in the region.

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $57 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

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TORONTO, ON – During the holiday season, as we prepare to share gifts with family and friends, Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) would like to take this opportunity to again remind parents and adults that all lottery products, including INSTANT tickets, are a form of gambling and are not suitable gifts for children and minors.

Lottery products may be great gift ideas for special occasions, but they are not for children and youth. It’s important that parents and adults understand the proven risks and impacts associated with underage gambling. If you decide to buy lottery gifts for friends and family, please ensure the recipients are at least 18 years of age and older.

There is extensive free information and resources available dealing with youth and gambling:

• The YMCA Youth Gambling Awareness Program (YGAP) is a free service funded by Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care to raise awareness among youth of gambling risks, how to make informed decisions, and healthy, active lifestyles.
• The Gambling, Gaming and Technology Use (GGTU) program at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) supports addictions and mental health service providers through continuing professional development, digital tools and resources, and facilitating knowledge mobilization activities related to problem gambling, video gaming, and internet addiction.
• The Responsible Gambling Council (RGC), an independent non-profit organization focused on the prevention of problem gambling in Canada and worldwide, with information on Teens or Young Adults and gambling.

Also, OLG’s PlaySmart.ca can help parents understand the facts when it comes to games, and concepts like odds and randomness. There’s also a “Finding Help” section with links to the support resources above and more.

OLG has supported the National Council of Problem Gambling and McGill University’s Holiday Campaign for many years, which encourages lotteries in Canada, the United States and around the world to promote the important message that lottery products are not for kids.

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has provided approximately $55 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year proceeds from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

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Toronto, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) is bringing more choice to customers with Direct Pay, a secure and intuitive way to buy lottery products online. Players who have a valid OLG.ca account now have the option to purchase single tickets and lottery subscriptions for LOTTO MAX, LOTTO 6/49, Daily Grand, Ontario 49, Daily Keno, Pick-2, Pick-3, Pick-4, and Encore on OLG’s website and single tickets on the OLG app. Players can buy directly with Visa and Mastercard, without having to first deposit funds into an e-wallet or pay cash advance fees.

“As the first gaming provider in Canada to offer Direct Pay for online lottery purchases, OLG is ahead of the pack when it comes to providing customers with convenient and flexible payment options,” said Amanda Marshall, OLG’s Vice President of Digital Product Integration. “Investing in our payment capabilities supports our plan to put the customer at the centre of everything we do while delivering an unmatched and integrated digital gaming experience to players in Ontario.”

OLG will process direct payments via PaySafe, a specialized and secure payments platform, accepting Visa, Mastercard, Visa Debit, Mastercard Debit, and qualified prepaid cards that are issued by Canadian banks. Players will still have the option of using the balance in their e-wallet.

OLG promotes responsible gambling across all its lines of business. We feature online player tools and educational materials from OLG’s globally recognized PlaySmart program, which has received the highest level of certification from the World Lottery Association. Our award-winning My PlaySmart tools are integrated directly into OLG.ca to help players enjoy our games in a smart and responsible way. Direct Pay aligns with these tools, including purchase limits, to help customers keep the fun in the game.

At OLG, we play for Ontario. One hundred per cent of our profits are reinvested into the Province to help build strong communities and improve the quality of life for all Ontarians.

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has provided approximately $55 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year proceeds from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

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TORONTO, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) is proud to announce that John Tavares has been named an ambassador for OLG’s PROLINE brand.

OLG and the Mississauga-born captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs both know what it means to play for the home team; Tavares has spent his career supporting his hometown both on and off the ice, while 100% of profits from PROLINE+ and PROLINE at retail go back to hometowns across Ontario.

“If you grew up in Ontario and are a sports fan like me, then you know that OLG’s PROLINE products are synonymous with responsible sports betting and gaming entertainment,” said John Tavares. “I am thrilled to be the brand ambassador for OLG and PROLINE because of its long-standing connection to sports in Ontario – I am sure I have played in arenas built in part with funds from OLG – and its overall commitment to reinvesting in the province, which benefits all Ontarians.”

Tavares is the first major sports league athlete to sign with OLG. As part of the partnership, he will engage fans at public appearances, promotional events and on social media in support of PROLINE.

“As a lifelong sports fan, bringing on someone of John Tavares’ calibre is very exciting,” said Dave Pridmore, OLG’s Chief Gaming Officer. “Having John as our PROLINE brand ambassador is a great fit given his deep connection to Ontario and his leadership on and off the ice. John was born and raised in the province, captains the legendary Maple Leafs and started his own foundation to give back. OLG’s social purpose is also to give back, as 100% of OLG’s profits are reinvested in the province to improve the quality of life for all Ontarians.”

Announcing this ambassadorship comes on the heels of OLG announcing other partnership deals with the NHL, NFL, MLB, and the NBA. Under each multiyear deal, OLG becomes an official partner for sports betting for each league on the PROLINE+ digital sports betting platform as well as PROLINE at retail lottery outlets across Ontario.

About PROLINE and PROLINE+

OLG is the trusted source for world-class gaming entertainment for Ontarians. PROLINE+ is OLG’s digital sports product, while PROLINE in store offers players the ability to wager on a variety of sports at approximately 10,000 retailers across Ontario.

100% of the profits generated through PROLINE, PROLINE+, or any of OLG’s products are reinvested in the province to improve the quality of life for all Ontarians. When you play PROLINE and PROLINE+, you play for Ontario.

Customers must be 18 years of age or older to play PROLINE in store and 19 years of age or older to register and play PROLINE+ online.

OLG promotes responsible gambling across all its gaming products and features online player tools and educational materials from OLG’s globally recognized PlaySmart program, which have received the highest level of certification from the World Lottery Association.

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has provided approximately $55 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year proceeds from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

Play for Ontario – 100 per cent of OLG’s proceeds are invested in Ontario
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Toronto, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) is thrilled to launch a new INSTANT ticket that offers OLG’s best odds to win $1 million. The new $100 ULTIMATE gives players an approximately 1 in 25,000 chance to win the top prize and is available now at retail locations across the province until December 31, 2022 – or while quantities last.

With our new INSTANT game, players can scratch to instantly win prizes of up to $100,000. For even more excitement, each ticket is eligible to win one of 40 $1 million prizes that will be drawn on New Year’s Eve 2022.

“$100 ULTIMATE will create more millionaires in Ontario than any other INSTANT game has before,” said Duncan Hannay, OLG’s President and CEO. “This exciting new product is the latest way we are bringing our customers more chances to win big by taking our Lottery business to the next level.”

OLG promotes responsible gambling and is committed to helping players create and maintain smart play habits. Our award-winning PlaySmart program supports all of OLG’s products, including $100 ULTIMATE, to help players enjoy our games in a responsible way.

At OLG, we play for Ontario. Like all of our lottery and gaming products, one hundred per cent of proceeds from $100 ULTIMATE will be reinvested into the Province to support provincial priorities and help build strong communities.

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has provided approximately $55 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year proceeds from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

Play for Ontario – 100 per cent of OLG’s proceeds are invested in Ontario
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Toronto, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) is pleased to announce that Ontario’s casino service providers are moving forward with the introduction of sportsbooks at select casinos across the province, in compliance with provincial regulations.

“We are proud to have worked closely with the gaming industry and our partners in the Ontario government on this next phase of growth in Ontario’s gaming market,” said Duncan Hannay, President and CEO of OLG. “Sportsbooks in casinos will offer a diverse and integrated entertainment experience for players, give our service providers a stake in the sports gaming market, and bring more jobs and economic benefits to host communities.”

“I’d like to congratulate OLG for partnering with Ontario’s gaming operators to bring sportsbooks to casinos,” said Paul Burns, President and CEO of the Canadian Gaming Association. “This  ongoing collaboration will result in new and expanded options for sports betting – including some first-of-their-kind sportsbooks in Canada – which will attract more people to visit Ontario’s casinos and encourage continued growth across the industry.”

OLG prioritizes player health and works to prevent and mitigate harm from problem gambling as we deliver all our products and services. OLG’s award-winning responsible gambling program, PlaySmart, will be incorporated into all casino-based sportsbook offerings. PlaySmart provides players access to award-winning tools and supports to help them make informed decisions and create healthy play habits.

Like all OLG products, the proceeds that OLG generates through casino sportsbooks will be reinvested into provincial priorities to improve the quality of life for all Ontarians. For more information about how OLG gives back, visit OLG.ca.

To find out if a specific casino will offer sports betting, please contact the operator directly.

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has provided approximately $55 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year proceeds from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

Play for Ontario – 100 per cent of OLG’s proceeds are invested in Ontario
OLG.ca
Follow on Twitter @OLGtoday

PlaySmart.ca
Knowledge you can bet on.
Follow on Twitter @PlaySmartOLG

ConnexOntario – Problem Gambling Support: 1-866-531-2600

Disponible en français

CONTACT:
OLG MEDIA RELATIONS
1-888-946-6716