Can you gamble online in Saskatchewan?

“Yes - gambling over the internet is legal here in Saskatchewan. The Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) works with LGS and the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) to supervise and regulate every type of gambling in Sask, online play included. PlayNow - the sole official online casino Saskatchewan offers - is run by SIGA through its service provider, the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC).”

Gambling over the internet in SK is

• Regulated
• Unregulated

There are no privately-owned, regulated Saskatchewan online casino sites as there are in Ontario. Even so, internationally-licensed offshore betting platforms remain within reach from Black Lake to Weyburn. Such Canadian online casinos use top-tier security measures and give you access to 27,000+ games.

Platforms approved by bodies such as the KGC, the MGA and Anjouan Licensing Services (ALS) also come with bigger welcome bonuses and generous loyalty schemes. On top of that, they offer a wider choice of payment methods, spanning familiar options like bank transfers through to more recent technologies such as cryptocurrencies.

Can you use PlayNow in Saskatchewan?

PlayNow is legal in SK, offering a little over 750 online games, live casino titles among them. That’s fewer than most internationally-licensed gambling platforms provide. It doubles as a sportsbook, too. Even so, its range of options doesn’t match what offshore Saskatchewan betting sites deliver. PlayNow is also accessible in British Columbia and Manitoba.

Key facts you should consider

Wherever you plan to gamble online in the Land of the Living Skies, doing your homework is essential. If you choose to play at an offshore casino online, check that it holds a valid license from the KGC or another reputable regulator.

The following points about Saskatchewan’s online gambling market are worth keeping in mind:

🔞 SK legal gambling age	19+
⚖️ SK gambling licensor	Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA)
🧾 SK gambling regulators	Lotteries and Gaming Saskatchewan (LGS), Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA)
🌎 External gambling regulators	Kahnawake Gaming Commission (KGC), Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), Curacao Gaming Control Board (CGCB), Anjouan Licensing Services (ALS), Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR)
🎲 Most popular casino games	Slots, roulette, blackjack, poker, video poker, live casino games, and more
🏒 Most popular sports to bet on	NHL, NBA, NFL, MLB, MLS, CFL

The state of online gambling in Saskatchewan

Gambling online in SK remains one of the most talked-about subjects in the Canadian industry today. PlayNow is hugely popular, and SIGA is unlikely to surrender its monopoly on online gambling in the near term.

Some quarters would like to see the Saskatchewan online gambling market opened up, but that looks unlikely to happen soon. Alberta, for its part, has already launched a regulated online gambling market modelled on Ontario’s. Should that market thrive, SK could eventually follow suit to keep pace with its neighbour.

“Using your smartphone or tablet is among the best ways to enjoy the top-rated online casinos we recommend. Every one of them offers a superb mobile gambling sites engineered with HTML5 technology, so the experience is fully optimized for your device’s browser. In my view, certain casinos - Betinia among them - actually perform better on mobile than on desktop!”

Try our free games before signing up

Before you commit to a Saskatchewan online casino, why not test its games at no cost? Demo or “for fun” modes let you play without spending anything. Or work through the lists we’ve compiled below, which give you a taste of some of the province’s best games before you deposit a cent.

What are the most popular games in Saskatchewan?

Saskatchewan is no different from the rest of Canada here: online slots are by far the most popular casino games. The biggest edge offshore sites hold over PlayNow is the sheer variety of titles on offer.

Why players choose offshore casinos

PlayNow carries hundreds of online slots. Every one of our top-rated Saskatchewan online casino sites, however, has at least 800 - and plenty host thousands. Among them are progressive jackpot slots that give you a shot at multi-million dollar prizes.

Offshore online casinos also offer a far broader range of table games, which players throughout the province love. PlayNow has a handful of basic blackjack, roulette, and baccarat games, while offshore sites carry dozens of variations of each. You could, for instance, play turbo multi-ball roulette rather than the same classic roulette you’ve likely played many times before.

Live casino games have become hugely popular in SK as well. They span casino classics and game shows, some of which are based on familiar TV formats. Our top sites host hundreds of live dealer games from leading software providers such as Evolution and Playtech.

Lotteries in Saskatchewan

For more than 50 years, Sask Lotteries have given residents access to quality local and national lottery games - Lotto Max, Lotto 6/49, and Western 649 among them. Tickets can be bought online, at self-service kiosks, or at convenience stores right across the province.

Want to check out a local casino?

Not everyone prefers to play casino games online. Luckily, Saskatchewan has no shortage of brick-and-mortar gambling venues. Take a look at our top picks.

Casino bonuses in Saskatchewan

Bonus funds worth thousands of dollars can be claimed at Saskatchewan casinos, giving your bankroll a serious lift. The offers below are the ones you’ll come across most often.

Boost your bankroll today!

• Betinia - As much as C$1,600, plus 10 free chances at winning C$1,000,000
• Jackpot City Casino

Minimum deposit casinos

Canadian casinos make it easy for players who want to get going with a deposit of just $1. That way, you can test out gambling sites and games without putting down much cash. Have a look at our guides to find out everything about low deposit casinos and the bonuses on offer:

How we rate casinos

Every casino review we publish follows the same 25-step evaluation process our team created. That keeps our verdicts consistent and means nothing gets overlooked. Because the method has kept pace with years of change in the industry, we can compare operators side by side and show exactly where one performs better than the market average.

Below are the factors that matter most when we decide whether a Saskatchewan casino online belongs on our shortlist.

The sites our experts turned down

Sadly, not every online casino Saskatchewan players are able to sign up with meets the standards we set. Dodgy operators that use rigged games and unfair practices to fleece you will still try to draw you in. Platforms worth avoiding get added to our blacklist of untrustworthy casinos. Three examples are below:

Reasons to steer clear - Customer support that is far from professional - Operators with ties to questionable practices - Winnings never paid out to players

Reasons to steer clear - Reports that players never received their winnings - Licensing claims that mislead - No response when customers complain

Reasons to steer clear - More than 18 months to get a withdrawal - Accounts suddenly locked - Slow replies from the support team

How to begin playing today

Setting up your Saskatchewan online casino account is quick and straightforward. Follow this step-by-step guide and you’ll be ready in just a few minutes:

1Choose a casino and sign up

Compare the options on this page and read our casino reviews to find the SK online casino that suits you best. Click Visit Site to open its homepage. Once you hit Sign Up or Join Now, complete the registration form and your account is created.

2Make your deposit

Head to the cashier, choose deposit, and pick your preferred payment method. Fill in your details and the amount you want to deposit, then confirm the transaction. Keep the minimum deposit in mind so your bonus stays valid.

3Play and meet requirements

As soon as your deposit clears, you’re free to start playing. Our advice is to begin with high-RTP games that count fully toward your bonus’ wagering requirement before moving on to anything else. That way, any winnings you earn are yours to keep.

Not sure yet where to play?

If you’re hunting for a Saskatoon online casino, or one anywhere else in Saskatchewan, the quiz below will point you to the right fit. For even more choices, take a look at our list of new gambling sites, which brings together high-quality operators that all welcome players in SK.

Popular payment methods you can trust

The online casinos in Saskatchewan that we rank highest take a broad range of casino payment methods. Bank transfers, credit and debit cards, and e-wallets all work for CAD deposits and withdrawals. At offshore sites, you can also move money with cryptocurrency, which is quick and secure. The table below breaks down every banking option available at SK online casinos.

Payment method	Min. deposit	Max. deposit	Min. withdrawal	Max. withdrawal	Withdrawal speed
Online banking	$30	$5,000	$20	$5,000	1-3 days
Visa	$20	$10,000	$20	$10,000	0-5 days
Mastercard	$20	$10,000	$20	$10,000	0-5 days
eCheck	$10	$10,000	$10	$10,000	0-5 days
PaysafeCard	$10	$400	$10	$1,000	0-24 hours
Skrill	$10	$10,000	$10	$10,000	0-24 hours
MuchBetter	$10	$10,000	$10	$10,000	0-48 hours
Bitcoin	0.0004 BTC	0.09 BTC	0.0008 BTC	0.09 BTC	Instant
Ethereum	0.0068 ETH	3.38 ETH	0.0068 ETH	3.38 ETH	Instant

At most of the top-rated sites, nearly every method listed above lets you deposit instantly with no fees. Some operators, though, add a small charge on certain withdrawal methods. Crypto and bank transfers are the ones most likely to carry a fee.

“Visa, MasterCard, and PayPal are all accepted by PlayNow - dependable, safe choices. Still, they can’t compete with the range you’ll find at offshore operators. The casinos we rank highest take at least 10 different payment methods, and that includes the four that PlayNow SK supports.”

The top land-based casinos in Saskatchewan

Playing online isn’t the only way to gamble here. Saskatchewan is home to nine land-based casinos altogether. Seven of them belong to SIGA, which both owns and runs them, while SaskGaming (SG) handles the remaining two on behalf of LGS.

Each of these venues delivers the in-person thrill that only a real casino floor can offer. Just as is true online, however, some stand out above the rest. Below are our three favourite land-based casinos in Saskatchewan.

Dakota Dunes, Casino Regina and Living Sky Casino sit at the top of our list of land-based casinos in Saskatchewan. That said, the province’s remaining casinos each bring something of their own to the table. Should you want a wider selection, Alberta and Manitoba are just across the border - AB counts more than 20 casinos, while MB has eight.

To find out which casino sits closest to you, take a look at our local casino guide.

Land-based vs online casinos

Nothing quite matches the buzz of placing a bet in person. That said, it shouldn’t be your only consideration when you pick where to play. Take a look at our table below and compare the advantages and drawbacks before you decide between a bricks-and-mortar venue and an online casino Saskatchewan players can join.

Factor
Privacy
Convenience
High limits
Low limits
Expenses
Interaction
Realism
Range of payment options

The history of gambling in Saskatchewan

Discover how gambling has evolved across the province over more than 130 years.

1892

Gambling outlawed

• The Criminal Code of Canada bans “games of chance” and other types of gambling.

Play responsibly in Saskatchewan

Responsible gambling is something the Government of Saskatchewan treats as a priority, and so do we. Our advice to players is simple: set a budget before you play and never wager money you can’t afford to lose. For extra guidance and best practices, take a look at our guide on responsible gambling in Canada.

Should you or someone close to you need support, or if you’d simply like to learn more, the organizations listed below are excellent resources. Free, confidential assistance and further information are available right now through the Saskatchewan Problem Gambling Helpline at +1 800-306-6789.

“PlayNow offers a self-exclusion program that lets you step away from gambling for a while. You can also sign up for SIGA’s voluntary self-exclusion programme to take a break from play at land-based casinos in Saskatchewan.”

FAQs

References and sources

• Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA)
• Lotteries and Gaming Saskatchewan (LGS)
• Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA)
• LGS notice on scam advertisements