In a landmark decision in late 2025, the Ontario Court of Appeal ruled that regulated online gaming sites in the province can legally allow residents to play with gamblers located outside of Canada. This 4-1 decision is expected to transform the landscape for peer-to-peer games like online poker and daily fantasy sports. Previously, Ontarians were […]
In a landmark decision in late 2025, the Ontario Court of Appeal ruled that regulated online gaming sites in the province can legally allow residents to play with gamblers located outside of Canada. This 4-1 decision is expected to transform the landscape for peer-to-peer games like online poker and daily fantasy sports. Previously, Ontarians were restricted to playing within a “fenced” provincial market, which limited prize pools and player volume.
…as a major victory for international operators looking to integrate Ontario into their global networks.
Industry experts suggest this move could generate hundreds of millions of dollars in additional wagers as global liquidity returns to the Ontario market. While the Canadian Lottery Coalition has expressed caution, seeking formal agreements between provinces, the ruling stands as a major victory for international operators looking to integrate Ontario into their global networks. For players, this means larger tournaments, more diverse competition, and a more robust regulated ecosystem.
