Canadian Gaming Summit to host 3000 delegates for 2024 edition, reveals speakers and details

The Canadian Gaming Summit is slated to return to the Metro Toronto Convention Center from June 18-20th, 2024. The Canadian gaming and betting industry event aims to act as a central hub for industry leaders "seeking to enhance their understanding and strengthen their footprint in the dynamic Canadian market."

Held by SBC in continued collaboration with the Canadian Gaming Association (CGA), the event is expected to bring together approximately 3,000 delegates from prominent affiliates, suppliers, sports teams, Crown Corporations, First Nation representatives, lotteries, bingo operators, and providers, as well as representatives from over 600 operators. 

“As the most comprehensive industry event in the region, we’re thrilled to once again offer delegates an unmatched platform to bolster their business operations in the region. What makes the Canadian Gaming Summit so special is that, It’s not just about delivering exceptional educational content; it’s also about diving into the latest innovations, engaging with prominent regional brands, and seizing countless networking chances,” said SBC CEO and Founder Rasmus Sojmark.

“Our first year organizing the Canadian Gaming Summit was a huge success, underscoring the abundance of opportunities and excitement surrounding this flourishing market. Given the dynamic landscape of the Canadian market, there is still so much room for exploration, making this event essential for anyone seeking operations in Canada.”

The exhibition floor will lay-host-to over 75 global and regional brands, showcasing cutting-edge technology, latest game releases, and innovative service providers. Among exhibiting brands will be Altenar, Arrow Games, BetConstruct, Continent 8, Everi, Gigadat, Kinectify, Optimove, Paramount Commerce, Payper, Paysafe, Smartsoft Gaming, and Soft2Bet. 

Away from the exhibition floor, the Canadian Gaming Summit will also feature a two-day conference agenda featuring over 150 expert speakers specializing in the Canadian market. 

Notable speakers featured on the conference agenda include:

• Paul Burns (CEO, Canadian Gaming Association)
• Troy Ross (President, TRM Public Affairs)
• Chuck Keeling (Executive Vice President, Stakeholder Relations, Great Canadian Gaming Corporation)
• Dave Rivers (SVP Marketing, PointsBet)
• Scott Vanderwel (CEO, PointsBet Canada)
• Roxana Zaharia (Head of Canada, Rhino Entertainment)
• Steve Lautischer (EVP, AGLC)
• Dr. Mike Naraine (Associate Professor, Brock University)

Proceeding the event’s main conference will be a dedicated Player Protection Symposium on June 18th. SBC says that the focused pre-day conference will provide delegates with a keen interest in player safety an opportunity to discuss player protection, compliance, and leadership strategies across six expert-led panels. Attendees who wish to attend the limited-capacity C-level conference are required to purchase a full event pass ticket.

To further enhance the event's experience, there will be a variety of exclusive networking events, held at Lavelle and the RS Sports Bar. These events will provide delegates with the opportunity to establish connections with industry stakeholders and foster relationships with current and potential leads in a relaxed environment. Tickets can be purchased from the event’s website.