Canadian Senators Want to See Sports Betting Ads Gone
By Natasa Milojevic, Last updated Dec 3, 2025
Ever since sports betting was legalized in Canada in 2021, it has really blasted off. It was almost as if the whole world and their dog had placed a bet at least once in their lifetime. But as with everything that soars that high, at some point, nobody’s surprised to see it crash.
With sports betting, this happened simultaneously with mobile gaming gaining its highest traction. Since nothing was stopping players from placing a bet right from their pockets, younger Canadians were particularly at risk.
That’s where Canadian senators with a plea to ban sports betting advertising come in.
In a letter to the Canadian prime minister written and dispatched by two senators (and supported by 40 more), the representatives call for a federal ban on any sports betting advertising in Canada. They also reference a staggering CBC Marketplace report finding, which reveals that sports fans spend up to 20% of every game watching gambling advertising. The potential outcome? Sports betting so normalized that Canadian youth start equating sports with gambling.
The legislative work, which is supposed to build a framework for sports betting advertising, is ongoing as we speak. We just need to glue our eyes on Canada and see what comes out of all that.
Natasa has been writing and editing for four years, dipping her toes in different industries to polish her craft.
When she’s not quenching her thirst for shaping sentences, Natasa is often seen dissecting online gambling platforms — looking in every nook and cranny to ensure players always know what they’re signing up for before they give a casino a spin.
An introvert by nature, she prefers the quiet company of her cacti, often staring at them to ensure they thrive — just like the content she produces.
Bring Your A-Game and Hit the Mark: Casinomeister-Exclusive Target Hit Challenge Just Launched
Casinomeister exclusive forum competition just rolled out, and we list exactly what you need to know to throw your hat in the ring.
When The Wheel Met the Reels: Pragmatic Play’s Gates of Olympus Roulette Just Launched
Pragmatic Play just launched a new take on their Gates of Olympus slot — Gates of Olympus Roulette, and we uncover everything you need to know about this game.
GambleAware Officially Ceased Operations
As of March 31, 2026, GambleAware stopped operating. Instead, the UK government will take over handling gambling harm. Here’s what this means.
Kicking Off Spring With a Bang: Multiplier Mayhem Slots Competition Is On
This April, we’re kicking off spring with a bang. Casinomeister Exclusive Multiplier Mayhem Slots has just begun, and here’s how you can get in on it.
Online Casinos Launch ‘Reverse Bonus Buy’ Feature
Several leading online casinos have today announced the launch of a new feature called "Reverse Bonus Buy." Here's what's behind it.
