GGPoker Canada

GGPoker offers Canadian poker players a world-class online poker experience. In September 2022, GGPoker became one of the first operators to launch in Ontario under the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) regulated market, providing Ontario players with a safe, legal, and regulated poker environment.

GGPoker in Ontario

AGCO Regulation

Ontario residents play on ggpoker.ca, the dedicated regulated platform:

• Licensed by AGCO (Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario)
• Registered with iGaming Ontario
• Strict player protection standards
• Segregated player funds
• Responsible gambling tools mandated by law

Ontario-Specific Features

• CAD (Canadian Dollar) currency
• Ontario-only player pool for some games
• Canadian payment methods
• Local customer support
• Compliance with Ontario advertising standards

GGPoker for Rest of Canada

Players from other Canadian provinces (outside Ontario) can access the international GGPoker platform:

• Access to global player pool
• USD currency (primarily)
• Full range of tournaments and games
• WSOP Online events
• Higher traffic levels

Games for Canadian Players

Cash Games

• No Limit Hold'em - All stakes
• Pot Limit Omaha (PLO, PLO-5)
• Rush & Cash fast-fold poker
• Short Deck Hold'em

Tournaments

• WSOP Online (international pool)
• GGMasters $1M guaranteed weekly
• GGMillion$ high roller series
• Bounty Hunters daily
• Canadian-friendly time zones

Sit & Go

• Spin & Gold jackpot games
• Mystery Battle Royale
• All-In or Fold
• Flip & Go

Canadian Payment Methods

Canadian Welcome Bonus

New Canadian players can choose between two welcome offers:

Option A: $100 Free (No Deposit Required)

• $60 in free tickets (Spin & Gold, tournaments)
• $40 in AoF challenge bonus
• Released over first 6 days

Option B: 100% Match up to $600

• First deposit matched 100%
• Released as you play
• 90 days to clear bonus

Note: Bonus offers may differ for Ontario regulated players. Check ggpoker.ca for Ontario-specific promotions.

Canadian Poker Tax Information

For recreational poker players in Canada, gambling winnings are generally not taxable. However, if poker is your primary source of income or you play professionally, winnings may be considered taxable income. Key points:

• Recreational players: Winnings typically not taxed
• Professional players: May be subject to income tax
• Consult a tax professional for your specific situation
• Keep records of wins and losses

Responsible Gambling Resources

GGPoker Canada is committed to responsible gambling:

Available Tools

• Deposit limits (daily/weekly/monthly)
• Loss limits
• Session time limits
• Self-exclusion options
• Cooling-off periods
• Reality checks

Support Organizations

• Ontario: ConnexOntario - 1-866-531-2600
• CAMH Problem Gambling Services
• Gamblers Anonymous Canada
• Responsible Gambling Council

Getting Started in Canada