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Ontario advertising rules, explained

Public bonus advertising does not belong on an Ontario-facing gambling guide.

What the rule addresses

AGCO Standard 2.05 restricts advertising and marketing that communicates gambling inducements, bonuses and credits. It provides limited exceptions for operator gaming sites and consented direct communications.

How this guide applies it

We publish no welcome-offer amounts, promo codes, free-spin offers or inducement comparisons anywhere on this nationwide site. Selecting a province does not unlock offers.

Editorial information remains useful

Regulatory status, product categories, complaint routes and gambling education are the focus. Do not assume that an operator’s own public offer can be republished by an affiliate.

Review the full advertising standards

The rules also address misleading claims, minors and other marketing practices. This is a plain-language overview, not a legal opinion or certification of compliance.

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