BC Sports Betting in June 2025

• Range of Responsible Gambling Tools: Stake Sportsbook provides deposit limits, reality checks, self-exclusion options, and access to external responsible gambling support.
• Variety of Payment Methods: Supports traditional (credit/debit cards, bank transfers) and cryptocurrency transactions.
• Live Betting and Market Variety: Offers in-play betting and multiple betting markets across major leagues.
• Account Verification Process: Requires identity verification to comply with regulations and ensure user security.

• No Federal or Provincial Regulation in Canada: Stake is not licensed by any provincial gambling authority in Canada. It operates under an offshore Curacao license.
• Potential for High-Risk Gambling with Cryptocurrency: Transactions in cryptocurrency can lead to faster deposits and withdrawals, which may contribute to riskier gambling behavior.
• Withdrawal Processing Time Varies: Depending on the method used, withdrawals can range from instant to up to 7 days.
• Not Yet Available in Ontario: Stake Sportsbook is not yet available in Ontario.
• No Mobile Betting Apps: Stake Sportsbook does not have an iOS or an Android app and is only available on desktop or via mobile browser.

• Wide range of payment options including 45+ cryptocurrencies
• Good selection of niche sports

• Customer service was ineffective
• Cannot implement responsible gambling limits ones own account
• 1xBET is not licensed in Canada
• Lack of transparency and information for non-members
• Wagering requirements on bonuses are complex and encourage excessive wagering

• Available across Canada
• Responsible gambling tools available for self regulating
• Odds are competitive with other Canadian sportsbooks

• Bonuses have very difficult wagering requirements
• Many users have complained about slow payments

• Availability: LeoVegas is available in all 10 provinces and 3 territories in Canada.
• Competitive Odds: LeoVegas has competitive odds and numerous markets on a range of sports.
• Dedicated Responsible Gambling Site: Although tough to find, LeoVegas provides a dedicated website for responsible gambling.

• Wagering Requirements: LeoVegas Welcome Bonus has very high wagering requirements for new bettors.
• Responsible Gambling Hard to Find: LeoVegas makes finding responsible gambling content hard to find including limiting tools.
• Margin (Vig) on certain markets can reach upwards of 10%, which is very high comparable to other sportsbooks.

• Available across Canada
• Responsible gambling tools that users can self-govern their accounts
• Bonuses with realistic wagering requirments

• Licensed only in Ontario. In the rest of Canada BetVictor operates as an offshore sportsbook
• Few banking methods
• Customer support is relatively slow compared to many other sportsbooks in Canada

• Responsible gambling tools and resources enabling players to set limits.
• Member of the Crypto Gambling Foundation for fair gaming.
• Thousands of live sports events.
• Fast and attentive customer support.

• Wagering requirements on some bonuses are difficult.
• Not available in Ontario.
• No native app for iOS or Android.

• Dozens of payment options
• Licensed in Canada (outside of Ontario)

• Customer service is inconsistent and does not have grasp of 22Bet details
• No option to set responsible gambling limits in the account
• No license in Ontario
• Difficult wagering requirements on bonus offers

• Licensed throughout Canada
• Many responsible gambling tools, including deposit limits, time-outs, loss limits, among others
• Live streaming of many games

• Does not accept crypto
• Sportsbook margin (Vig) is up to 10% on some niche sports

• Customer service is fast to respond.
• Accepts cryptocurrency transactions for instant payouts.
• Licensed in Canada (outside Ontario) by the Kahnawake Gaming Commission.

• Difficult 5x wagering requirement on welcome bonus.
• Not available in Ontario.
• Many users have complained about the mobile app disconnecting.

• Licensed and regulated in all 10 provinces and 3 territories of Canada
• Sports Interaction app is available for iOS and Android
• Self-regulating responsible gambling tools, including deposit and time limits

• Limited promotions overall
• No horse racing betting markets

• Licensed in Ontario.
• Mobile app for iOS and Android
• Responsive and helpful customer support team
• Good selection of responsible gambling tools and resources

• Not licensed in Canada outside of Ontario. Holds offshore license which does not protect bettors
• No promotions outside of the welcome bonus
• No live streaming of sports

• Available across Canada
• Many responsible gambling self-governance tools for players
• Dedicated mobile apps on iOS and Android devices
• Realistic wagering requirements on bonuses
• Local customer support in Ontario

• Limited payment options
• Geolocation interruptions occur when betting
• Limited live streaming
• Customer support outside of Ontario is slow and depends highly on bots
• There is no 24/7 live chat support

• Licensed across Canada and compliant with regulations
• Quick and attentive customer support team
• Odds are competitive with other Canadian sportsbooks

• Few deposit methods and cryptocurrency is no longer accepted
• Difficult wagering requirements on bonuses
• No live streaming of sports

• Licensed and regulated across all of Canada.
• Highly competitive odds
• Numerous responsible gambling tools and resources.
• Very fast and professional customer service.

• Promotions with difficult wagering requirements.
• VIP programs may lead to excessive gambling to have any chance of winning.

• Knowledgeable and attentive customer support
• Accepts cryptocurrency for instant transactions
• No fees on transactions by the sportsbook

• Difficult wagering requirements on many bonuses
• Does not have a Canadian sports betting license, rather an off-shore license in Cyprus
• There is no mobile app for iOS or Android
• Bettors cannot self regulate accounts (cannot set limits)
• Not available in Ontario

• Licensed and regulated across all of Canada.
• Realistic wagering requirements on sports bonuses.
• Attentive and knowledgeable customer support.
• Multiple RG tools that players can set themselves.

• Not very many payment options.
• The VIP Club may influence excessive betting.

• Customer support is friendly and eager to help.
• Easy to use responsible gambling tools for bettors on the platform.
• Competitive odds and multiple betting markets.

• Customer support wait times can be quite lengthly.
• Does not offer many promotional offers.

• Users can set their own limits on deposits, wagers, and time
• Fast customer service response
• Competitive odds for Canadian bettors

• Customer support responds fast, but the information isn't always accurate.
• Numerous promotions that encourage excessive betting
• Not available in Ontario
• There is currently no mobile app

• Enhanced odds on all sports markets with greater returns on winning bets than other sportsbooks
• Available across Canada
• Accepts cryptocurrency for fast transactions
• Responsible gambling tools enabling players to set limits, timeouts and similar restrictions

• There are no dedicated mobile apps available
• Response times of Pinnacle customer support can have lengthly wait periods
• There are no sportsbook bonus offers or promotions available

• Players are able to set limits on their accounts.
• Accepts cryptocurrency for instant transactions.

• Welcome bonus comes with a difficult 8x wagering requirement.
• Does not have an app for iOS devices.
• Customer support was very slow and did not answer consistently.

While many offshore sportsbooks accept B.C. bettors, you must never use a VPN to disguise your location. Doing so can violate the site’s terms of service, and in many cases:

• Your account may be permanently banned
• Winnings can be forfeited
• You may be blocked from withdrawals

It’s always safer to use sportsbooks that legally operate in British Columbia, such as PlayNow or trusted Canadian-facing operators like Sports Interaction.

Yes. Most top B.C. betting sites offer apps on the App Store and Google Play, or provide mobile-optimized web versions. These apps let you:

• Register and verify accounts
• Place pre-game and live bets
• Deposit and withdraw securely
• Access same-game parlays, boosts, and promos

No. If you are betting recreationally, sports betting winnings are not taxed in Canada. However, if you earn consistent income from referrals, arbitrage betting, or professional wagering, consult a tax professional for personalized advice.

Most online sportsbooks settle bets within minutes of official results being confirmed. That said:

• Props and futures may take longer
• Any disputed results or reviews (like VAR in soccer) may cause temporary delay.

Typically no for regulated sportsbooks like PlayNow—once you submit a withdrawal request, it begins processing immediately.

Some offshore sportsbooks do allow reversals if the funds haven’t been processed, but this can encourage poor bankroll management. For responsible gambling, it's better to view submitted withdrawals as final.

If a bet is voided, you usually get your original stake refunded. This can happen if:

• A game is canceled or postponed
• A player in a prop bet doesn’t participate
• The sportsbook made a line-setting error
• In parlays, the voided leg is removed, and odds are recalculated.

Yes. Most B.C. sportsbooks provide full account history reports, including:

• Wagers placed and settled
• Deposit/withdrawal history
• Win/loss summaries
• Self-monitoring and limit tools

This is useful for both budgeting and supporting responsible gambling practices.

You must be 19 years old or older to use any legal sportsbook in British Columbia. This includes retail betting at casinos and all online sports betting sites. Age verification is mandatory when registering.

If you’re using PlayNow, the answer is no. The platform uses geolocation to ensure users are physically inside B.C.

If you're betting with an international site that accepts Canadian bettors, your access may depend on the local laws and the site’s licensing. Always confirm you're complying with local regulations before betting outside the province.