The Ontario online gambling advertising bill, introduced as a private member’s bill, appears to have some life. The bill has received second reading and is headed to committee. John Gregory reports that the bill has support from the Woodbine Entertainment Group, which may be looking to protect its horse racing business.
Online Gambling Ad Bill Advances to Committee
March 4, 2006
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Online lotteries are really tricky. My friend won the jackpot of a lottery for which the ticket was very expensive, but when he went to claim the price it turned out to be fake. But he is still gambling. His current craze is mega millions.