North America , Regulation
January 30, 2024

BCLC Sets the Standard in Player Health Programs with Prestigious WLA Level 4 Certification

Excellence in Responsible Gambling: BCLC’s Unwavering Commitment Recognized with Elite WLA Level 4 Certification The British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) has once again demonstrated its leadership in responsible gambling by securing the prestigious Level 4 certification from the World Lottery Association (WLA). This remarkable achievement, marking the fifth consecutive attainment, reaffirms BCLC’s commitment to player […]

Business , News By Region , North America
January 15, 2024

Natasha Questel Joins BCLC as Chief Social Purpose Officer & VP of Marketing

Elevating Social Impact in Gaming: Natasha Questel’s Visionary Role at BCLC A New Era of Purpose-Driven Leadership The British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) takes a significant leap forward in its commitment to social purpose and marketing with the appointment of Natasha Questel as Chief Social Purpose Officer and Vice President of Marketing. Beginning her role […]

Daily News , North America
November 25, 2023

BCLC’s Innovative Employee Program: Celebrating Diversity

Experience a workplace transformation as the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) pioneers a groundbreaking employee program. Launched during Multiculturalism Week, this initiative redefines holiday practices, allowing employees to substitute up to six statutory holidays with days significant to their personal, cultural, or religious beliefs. In a world where diversity and inclusion are paramount, BCLC takes […]

Business , Finance , North America
September 8, 2023

British Columbia Lottery Hits New High with Record Net Income

The British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) announced a groundbreaking net income of $1.636bn for the past fiscal year, surpassing its previous high from 2018/19 by a substantial $220m. This achievement saw the Province receiving $1.624bn, while the federal government was allocated $12m. This record-breaking performance, as detailed in BCLC’s 2022/23 Annual Service Plan Report, can […]

Business , Casino , North America , Regulation
June 26, 2023

British Columbia Implements Stronger Responsible Gaming Protocols

British Columbia Lottery Corporation Implements Measures to Safeguard Responsible Gaming and Prevent Unauthorized Access to Provincial Casinos. Effective immediately (June 26), the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) has introduced new requirements in its casinos across the Canadian province, as part of their commitment to promoting responsible gaming. The updated protocols mandate that all visitors to […]

Business , iGaming , Legislation , North America , Regulation
June 6, 2023

Call from Expert Urges Examination of Gambling and Betting Advertisements in Canada

In the midst of the continuous growth of sports betting in North America, an expert advocates for the careful examination of gambling and betting advertisements in Canada. Amidst a five-year surge in the sports betting market across North America, the repeal of PASPA in the US has led to widespread expansion, offering millions of Americans […]

Business , Casino , iGaming , Legislation , North America , Regulation
May 17, 2023

BCLC enhances identification protocols at casinos in British Columbia

BCLC reinforces identification requirements at BC casinos to assist participants of the Game Break self-exclusion program in British Columbia. The enhancements will mandate the presentation of government-issued photo identification for access to the facilities, applicable to all individuals. Security personnel will scan identification documents, which will be automatically cross-referenced with a database of individuals prohibited […]