Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation Gambles On New Vendor For Online Player Management System

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Dave Forde
April 15, 2013

ontario lottery and gaming corporationBeing the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) can be bring a lot of attention and sizzle to what you do – creating online and offline tools that allow people to take advantage of one of the oldest desires of mankind.  No, not that one, the other one – gambling.  However in a province such as Ontario, that leaves you open for a lot of scrutiny and government regulation, especially when it comes to the age of participants.  Recently the OLG selected SPIELO G after a competitive bidding process to provide a player account management system that will implement a strong online responsible gambling program and offer increased player protection, secure transaction and data privacy. This system will provide an age-verification requirement and customers will have the ability to manage their online play with time and money limits, and the option to take breaks from play.

“OLG will offer the only safe, lawful and regulated internet gaming option in Ontario. The move into internet gaming is an exciting step in OLG’s modernization,” said Rod Phillips, President and CEO of OLG.  He continued, “We’re pleased to have an experienced company on board to help OLG provide an interactive gaming experience that will be a secure option, regulated by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario.”

OLG’s current offering includes interactive casino-style games for online play including slots, video poker games and table games. PlayOLG.ca will also allow customers to purchase lottery tickets including LOTTO 6/49, LOTTO MAX and ENCORE. OLG’s internet gaming program will be launched in phases with the first to include lottery and gaming offerings. Subsequent phases will include bingo, sports wagering, online poker and the introduction of other new products.

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Dave “The Connector” Forde has been involved in the marketing, public relations and technology industry across Canada for over 20 years in various sales and marketing roles, he launched The Connected One network of business sites which connects buyers to the right sellers. Profectio and PR In Canada covers news about the marketing and public relations industry each day helping professionals advance their career and businesses. He also serves as an advisor to a number of businesses across the country. Find Dave on LinkedIn and Twitter.


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