Canada is grappling with the growing influence of offshore gambling platforms, which continue to attract Canadian players despite the government’s efforts to regulate the industry. While provinces like Ontario have launched legal online gambling markets, unlicensed platforms from other countries still dominate a significant share of the market.

    

    To address this, Canadian lawmakers are considering stricter measures to block illegal operators, including IP bans and financial penalties for payment processors that facilitate transactions with unlicensed platforms. Additionally, the government is exploring ways to make licensed platforms more competitive by offering better incentives and improving the user experience.

    

    Consumer advocates argue that the government should also focus on public awareness campaigns to educate players about the risks of using unregulated sites. The ongoing battle between licensed and offshore platforms is shaping up to be a pivotal moment for Canada’s online gambling industry.