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Kahnawake is a respected gaming jurisdiction in Canada, known for its reliable licensing and regulatory standards. Since 1996, the Kahnawake Gaming Commission has provided a trusted, secure environment for online gaming operators, prioritizing fair play and player protection.

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Kahnawake has established itself as a trusted hub in the global gaming industry, known for its robust licensing and regulatory framework. Situated in Canada and governed by the Kahnawake Gaming Commission, this jurisdiction is recognized for its high standards, commitment to fair play, and player protection.

Since 1996, the Kahnawake Gaming Commission has been issuing licenses to online gaming operators, offering them a stable and reputable environment in which to operate. With a focus on responsible gaming practices, secure infrastructure, and stringent compliance measures, Kahnawake has earned a solid reputation among players and operators alike.

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Interactive Gaming

About Interactive Gaming

Kahnawà:ke was one of the first jurisdictions in the world to recognize the opportunities afforded by the interactive gaming industry.

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Complaints, queries and investigations are received and reviewed by the Commission in accordance with the procedures set out in Regulations with the assistance of professional advisors.

Regulations

The Regulations are designed to ensure that all interactive gaming and gaming related activities conducted within or from the Mohawk Territory of Kahnawà:ke satisfy several basic principles.

Player Protection

The Commission’s primary function is to provide for the protection of players who choose to participate in the online gaming offered by the Commission’s permit holders.

Logo Certificate Program

The Kahnawà:ke Gaming Commission logo is linked to a Logo Certification Program which will enable players to verify that a site bearing the Commission’s logo is properly licensed – by simply clicking on the logo itself.

Application Process + Forms

All applications received by the Commission must include the information described in the Regulations and application forms and the appropriate application fee.

Permit Holders

Presently, the Commission issues five types of licenses under its Regulations concerning Interactive Gaming.

Approved Agents

The Commission’s Regulations concerning Interactive Gaming provide that it may appoint one or more Approved Agents to carry out several functions, for and on behalf of the Commission.

FAQ

This page contains Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) surrounding interactive gaming in Kahnawà:ke.

Land Based Gaming

About Land Based Gaming

The Commission presently licenses and regulates three (3) types of land based gaming activities: Poker Rooms, Raffles and Electronic Gaming Devices.

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If you would like to submit feedback to the Kahnawà:ke Gaming Commission related to licensed land-based gaming, please email us..

Regulations

The Kahnawà:ke Gaming Law empowers the Commission to enact such regulations as are necessary to fulfill its mandate as the gaming regulator for Kahnawà:ke.

Licensees

The Commission issues Poker Room Licenses under its Regulations concerning Poker Rooms to approved terrestrial poker rooms operating within the Mohawk Territory of Kahnawà:ke.

Player Protection

The Commission’s primary function is to provide for the protection of players who choose to participate in the gaming offered by the Commission’s Land-Based Gaming Facility Operators.

Dispute Resolution

The Commission’s primary function is to provide for the protection of players who choose to participate in the gaming offered by the Commission’s Land-Based Gaming Facility Operators.

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