License Name
British Columbia Gaming Event Licence
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Issuing Country/Region
Canada (British Columbia)
Regulatory Body
Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch (GPEB), Ministry of Finance, British Columbia
Types of Regulated Games
Casino games, slot machines, lotteries, bingo, horse racing, raffles, charitable and community gaming
Market Coverage
Local (Province of British Columbia)
Regulator's Reputation
Good
Legal Entity Requirements
Company or organization must be registered in British Columbia or eligible to do business in the province
Directors and Shareholders Requirements
Key persons must not have criminal records related to financial or integrity offenses; list of directors/shareholders holding more than 10% required
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Requirements
AML compliance policies including customer checks required
Data Protection Requirements
Compliance with federal and provincial data protection laws required
Reporting Requirements
Ongoing reporting to authorities and regular audit submissions
Audit Requirements
Audited financial statements for license application and regular compliance audits
Software Certification Requirements
Gaming equipment and software must meet technical standards set by GPEB
RNG Certification
Certification for gaming software and devices required
Payment System Requirements
Financial records and reliable systems to track gaming funds required
Server Location Requirements
Not specified in primary regulations for charitable event licences
Domain Name Requirements
Not specified for charity or offline event licences
Language Support Requirements
Not mandated by the regulator
Currency Support Requirements
Not mandated by the regulator, but prizes and revenues tracked in CAD
Legal Compliance Costs
Application fees (amount varies based on licence class); professional legal and compliance costs apply
Background Checks
Criminal background checks for directors and key personnel
License Scope Restrictions
Private online gambling not licensed (only BCLC operates online gambling), private and non-profit licenses cover events and brick-and-mortar operations only
Jurisdictional Tax Compliance
Compliance with Canadian and provincial tax reporting laws required
Player Data Storage Requirements
Data must be securely stored according to provincial privacy laws
Cross-Border Operations
Strictly limited; licences only valid within British Columbia
License Application Transparency
Application and vetting process includes due diligence and transparency requirements
Regulatory Contact Point
Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch (contact details below)
Compliance Officer Requirement
Not explicitly required for charity event licence holders, but compliance roles implied
Local Partnership Requirements
Not mandated for charity event licenses
Legal Dispute Resolution
Falls under British Columbia and Canadian law
License Transferability
Licences are not transferable
Sub-Licensing Rules
Not permitted
License Cost
Licence application fees vary depending on class and type of event
Annual Fees
Not specified for charity event licences
Financial Guarantees
Proof of financial strength required; financial statements or similar documents
Financial Reporting Requirements
Financial reporting and accounting required for all charity and community licences
Application Processing Time
Not specified in publicly available sources
Required Documents
Incorporation certificate, articles of association, list of directors/shareholders, business plan, financial statements, compliance and AML/KYC policies
Business Plan Requirements
Comprehensive business plan required, detailing activities and financials
Internal Policy Requirements
AML, KYC, responsible gaming, and security policies required
Testing Requirements
Gaming equipment and software must be tested and certified
Certification Requirements
Compliance certificates from recognized audit organizations required
Staff Qualifications
Key personnel must show relevant experience and capacity
Physical Office Requirements
Registered address in British Columbia needed
Marketing Restrictions
Advertising must comply with provincial gambling promotion restrictions
Responsible Gaming Measures
Policies to prevent gambling addiction and safeguard vulnerable groups required
Self-Exclusion System
Programs for self-exclusion available under BCLC schemes
Age Verification Procedures
Mandatory age checks for all gambling events
KYC Procedures
Customer identification procedures per AML rules
Customer Support Standards
Not specified for charity event licenses
Complaint Handling Procedures
Complaints handled by GPEB
Player Funds Protection
Reliable systems for managing gaming proceeds and distribution required
Bonus and Promotion Regulations
Not specified for charity event licenses
Permitted Games List
Casino games, slot machines, lottery, bingo, charitable event games, raffles, horse racing
Betting Limits
Based on licence class and type of event
RTP Requirements
Not specified for charitable event licences
Jackpot Regulations
Not specified for charitable event licences
Live Game Requirements
Not applicable for charity event licences
Mobile App Compliance
Not applicable for charity event licences
Affiliate Program Rules
Not applicable
Security Standards
Information security and technical standards for gaming systems required
Encryption Requirements
Compliance with privacy and technical standards, including secure storage and transmission of player data
Backup Requirements
Documented systems for secure record management required
Monitoring Systems
GPEB maintains oversight through regulatory monitoring and audits
Operation Logging
Record-keeping systems must meet legal standards
Anti-Fraud Systems
Policies and practices to prevent fraudulent activities required
API Integration Standards
Not specified
Hosting Requirements
Not specified except for secure record-keeping
CDN Usage
Not specified
Scalability Requirements
Not specified
Uptime Requirements
Not specified
Technical Support Availability
Not specified for charity event licences
License Duration
Up to five years for most event and operator licenses
Renewal Procedure
Re-application and eligibility review required for license renewal
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Fines, suspension, or revocation of license
Ownership Change Rules
Updated documentation required if ownership or director shareholding changes by more than 10%
Mergers and Acquisitions Rules
Not specified
Subcontractor Regulations
Suppliers of equipment and services must be approved/registered with GPEB
Branding Requirements
Not specified for charity event licenses
Intellectual Property Protection
Compliance with general Canadian IP laws
Dispute Arbitration
Governed by British Columbia law; regulatory disputes managed by GPEB
Insurance Requirements
Not specified for charitable event licenses
Charity Contributions
Proceeds from licensed charitable gaming must benefit the stated organization or cause
Staff Training Requirements
Responsible gaming and operational policy training required
Innovation Support
Not specified
Sustainability Initiatives
Not specified
Accessibility Standards
Not specified
Multilingual Support
Not specified
Cryptocurrency Support
Not allowed
Esports Betting Regulations
Not specified
Fantasy Sports Regulations
Not specified
Official Address
910 Government Street 3rd Floor, Victoria, British Columbia V8W 1X3, Canada
Online Application Portal
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/sports-culture/gambling-fundraising/registration-certification/gambling-workers
Work Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30 – 16:30 PT
Regional Offices
Burnaby Head Office, Victoria Head Office
Departments
Licensing, Compliance and Enforcement, Audit, Policy Development
FAQ Question 1
What is British Columbia Gaming Event Licence?
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Which jurisdiction issues British Columbia Gaming Event Licence?
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What is the cost of obtaining British Columbia Gaming Event Licence?
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What are the main requirements for British Columbia Gaming Event Licence?
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