Gambling Regulation

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Sports Mole is an independent sports news and analysis website. We do not operate gambling services, accept bets, or manage gambling accounts. Any betting-related references on this site are provided strictly for informational purposes and appear alongside our editorial sports coverage.

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United Kingdom Regulation

For users located in the United Kingdom, Sports Mole only references betting operators that are licensed and regulated by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC). UK-licensed operators are required to comply with strict standards covering player protection, responsible gambling tools, age verification (18+), and participation in national self-exclusion schemes.

Further information about licensed operators and safer gambling measures is available from the official regulator: UK Gambling Commission.

Canada and Ontario Regulation

Gambling regulation in Canada differs from the UK and is primarily governed at the provincial level. While Canadian federal law permits provinces to regulate gambling activities, each province operates under its own framework.

In Ontario, online sports betting and iGaming are regulated by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) and conducted through its subsidiary iGaming Ontario (iGO). Licensed operators in Ontario must meet specific requirements related to player protection, responsible gambling measures, advertising standards, and game integrity.

Official regulatory information for Ontario can be found at: Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) and iGaming Ontario.

Outside of Ontario, gambling regulation and available consumer protections may vary significantly by province. Users located in Canada are encouraged to verify the legal status and licensing of any gambling operator according to their provincial regulations before engaging in any betting activity.