PlayNow is the government-run online casino and sportsbook for British Columbia, operated by the British Columbia Lottery Corporation. It is the only legal locally regulated online gambling site for residents of the province, and it also serves Manitoba through a partnership.
Because it is run by a provincial Crown corporation, revenue supports public programmes rather than private shareholders. PlayNow offers slots, table games, live dealer titles, lottery products, and single-game sports betting. Its single-operator model contrasts with Ontario's open market, where many private brands compete for players.
Example usage
- A British Columbia resident placing a bet on PlayNow
Related terms
- Loto-Québec, The Quebec Crown corporation that runs the province's lotteries, casinos, and the official online gambling site Espacejeux.
- Regulated Market, A gambling market overseen by a licensing authority that sets rules on fairness, payouts, and player protection.
- Single-Game Sports Betting, Wagering on the outcome of one match or event, legalised across Canada in 2021 after the ban on single bets was lifted.