Program Directors

Don Bourgeois

Counsel, Gaming and Gambling, Fogler, Rubinoff LLP; Principal, Gaming & Regulation Group Inc.

Harley Redlick

Principal, H Redlick Consulting Inc.

Eligible for

Largest segment of the entertainment industry in Canada. Annual revenues in the billions. Hundreds of thousands of professionals employed. The Canadian gaming industry continues to grow. Are you on top of the accompanying risks and legal obligations?

With the emergence of iGaming and single event sports wagering, it is imperative that you stay on top of all the critical developments in these and other gaming related areas.

This intensive and interactive certificate program will provide all gaming professionals – with or without law degrees – with a complete and solid understanding of the core legal and practical issues arising in the course of their work. 

Learn the foundations of gaming law together with other professionals from across the gaming industry spectrum in this intensive 5-day program. Our expert faculty will equip you with the practical strategies and knowledge you need in an inclusive learning opportunity. 

Registration includes 120-day unlimited, online access to the recorded program.

What You’ll Learn

A thorough review of the regulation of gaming and its legal framework

The intersection between gaming law and the Criminal Code, including the concept of “conduct and manage”

Compliance: considerations in dealing with gaming regulators including perspectives from a regulator

Managing compliance expectations with business expectations

Overview of Indigenous gaming in Canada

Recognizing and implementing “responsible gaming”

Casino/gaming, management system – tracking player movement and information and the accompanying privacy law issues

Testing equipment software: how the technology has evolved and the legal issues that arise as a consequence

The latest on anti-money laundering

Impact of AI on gambling law

Cross-border online gambling law

The legal and operational issues related to single event sports wagering

Marketing and advertising law in the gaming industry

Data security: review of regulatory and other requirements around data security, including potential around litigation

Surveillance and security in gaming compliance and protection of the business (including a review of “surveillance” tools on iGaming)

The emergence of iGaming

Who Should Attend

Gaming lawyers

Regulators

Gaming operators and suppliers

Gaming professionals (HR, finance, compliance, marketing, etc.)

Advisors and consultants

Faculty

Program Directors

Don Bourgeois

Counsel, Gaming and Gambling, Fogler, Rubinoff LLP; Principal, Gaming & Regulation Group Inc.

Harley Redlick

Principal, H Redlick Consulting Inc.

Instructors

Catherine Meade

Director of Compliance, Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation

“Excellent! I learned a lot and met a number of people from my industry. I am very glad that I took this program. Thank you!”

Agenda

Register

Apr 3, 10, 24 & May 1 & 8, 2025

$3,395 + TAX

Time

April 3, 2025

9:00 a.m – 4:15 p.m (ET)

April 10, 2025

9:00 a.m – 4:15 p.m (ET)

April 24, 2025

9:00 a.m – 4:15 p.m (ET)

May 1, 2025

9:00 a.m – 4:15 p.m (ET)

May 8, 2025

9:00 a.m – 4:15 p.m (ET)

Printable Registration Form

If a downloadable form is required, please contact OsgoodePD@osgoode.yorku.ca.

“Is financial assistance or funding available?”

As law evolves, we know how important it is to stay up to date. We also understand the financial implications of continuously upgrading your professional skills and knowledge. For more information on available options, including Job Grants, OSAP, please visit:

Certificate Requirements

To receive the Osgoode Certificate, you must attend or view all program modules (whether live and/or by program archive) and successfully complete an online assessment within 30 days of the final module.   

Rose Marie Nikki Manitowabi

Business Advisor/Specialist, Wikwemikong Development Commission

“A very good program. Thank you!”

CPD and Accreditation

OsgoodePD is an accredited provider with the LSO, the Law Society of BC and NY CLE Board. Select your location to view the eligible hours you may claim.

CPD Hours
Format
Contact us for inquiries about other provinces.
Substantive27h 30m
Professionalism2h
EDI1h
Total30h 30m
Substantive27h 30m
Professionalism2h
EDI1h
Total30h 30m
LAWPRO Risk Management CreditYes
LAWPRO Risk Management CreditYes

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View our CPD & Accreditation page to see previously calculated hours for this course.

LAWPRO
This program is approved for LAWPRO Risk Management Credit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Stéphane McRoberts, Program Lawyer
smcroberts@osgoode.yorku.ca

Online Technical Requirements

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