British Columbia sports betting: legal sportsbooks and updates 2025

In this article, we’ll explain everything about betting on sports in British Columbia and the legislation in the field of gambling. We’ll name the most popular teams and sports to bet on, including such leagues as MLB, NBA, NFL, and NHL. Our list of recommended offshore sportsbooks contains Qbet, Boomerang-bet, and Dream.bet, among others.

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Overview of sports betting in BC

Table about Overview of sports betting in BC
⚖️ Sports betting status	Legal
📅 Year of legalization	1985
🏢 Retail market launch date	2004
💻 Online market launch date	2010
📱 Sports betting sites	PlayNow, PROLINE
🎰 Retail sportsbooks	PROLINE
🚫 Restricted bet types	Amateur events
🎂 Legal betting age	19+
🧾 Tax on winnings	None
🏛️ Regulatory body	British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BLCC)
📈 Market size	Around 720 million CA$ annually

Is sports betting legal in BC?

Yes, sports betting is legal in BC, but you must be at least 19 years old to do it. Betting on sports was allowed in 1985 after the changes to the Criminal Code of Canada, and 36 years later, Bill C-218 was passed by the Canadian government to enshrine in law single-game wagering. Sports betting in the province is overseen by the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC), and there are legal options to bet on all standard markets (money line, point spread, over/under), as well as various props and handicaps.

Is online sports betting legal in BC?

Pic about Is online sports betting legal in BC?

Yes, BC online sports betting is legal. You can do it via the PlayNow website, which has operated in British Columbia since 2004. In 2024, BCLC launched another licensed online platform called PROLINE.

Where can I bet on sports in BC?

You can bet on sports events online using one of the two licensed British Columbia sportsbooks, PlayNow.com and PROLINE. Both are products of the British Columbia Lottery Corporation.

Another option is to bet in-person, visiting one of the 3400+ BCLC lottery terminals throughout British Columbia. Gamblers might create their digital bet slips in advance, generate a QR code to bring to any retail outlet and receive a printed ticket.

Only two BC betting sites have a license, yet British Columbians have another option of betting online via offshore sportsbooks. These bookmakers can’t work in Canada without a permit; however, the locals can still use their services. You might also be interested in our review of the best sites for online sports betting in Canada.

Popular sports to bet on in BC

Our research shows that hockey is clearly the most popular sport to bet on in British Columbia, just like in all other provinces and territories of Canada. Football, basketball, and soccer also have significant interest, with baseball just behind those three.

Table about Popular sports to bet on in BC
Sport	Major league	Number of bettors	% of total bets
Hockey	NHL	≈ 290 000	20%
Football	NFL	≈ 226 000	15%
Basketball	NBA	≈ 225 000	15%
Soccer	UEFA Champions League, MLS	≈ 200 000	12%
Baseball	MLB	≈ 174 000	9%
Canadian football	CFL	≈ 152 000	7%
MMA	UFC	≈ 145 000	7%
Tennis	ATP, WTA	≈ 130 000	6%
Lacrosse	NLL	≈ 90 000	4%
Golf	PGA	≈ 65 000	2%
Horse racing	-	≈ 65 000	2%
Motorsports	F-1	≈ 45 000	1%

BC sports teams to bet on

The big professional sports teams based in British Columbia are BС Lions, Vancouver Canucks, and Vancouver Whitecaps. The Canucks are fans' favorites here, even though they haven't won the Stanley Cup yet. Many British Columbians support the Edmonton Oilers from neighboring Alberta, and there are many Seattle Seahawks fans, too, as this NFL franchise is based not that far away in the state of Washington.

Table about BC sports teams to bet on
Team	Sport	League	Location	% of total bets
BC Lions	Canadian football	CFL	Vancouver, BC	12%
Edmonton Oilers	Hockey	NHL	Edmonton, AB	25%
Seattle Seahawks	Football	NFL	Seattle, WA	16%
Vancouver Canucks	Hockey	NHL	Vancouver, BC	31%
Vancouver Whitecaps	Soccer	MLS	Vancouver, BC	16%

BC sports betting timeline

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September 3, 2024: The British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) announces the launch of PROLINE to increase offline betting opportunities for British Columbians.
May 25, 2024: BCLC decides to decommission Sports Action to make way for the new retail platform to come in the future.
Autumn 2021: Soon after Bill C-218 was passed, PlayNow started offering single-game betting in the area, a huge step forward for sports betting in BC.
2016: PlayNow started to accept bets in-play, which significantly increased the number of bettors.
2010: The introduction of PlayNow, the country's first provincially regulated online betting platform.
2004: BCLC introduces Sports Action, a retail platform for offline bets limited to 2+ leg parlays only.
1985: The British Columbia Lottery Corporation is created to control all provincial gambling activities.

Responsible gambling in BC

Sports betting is supposed to be fun for everybody, yet for some, it can lead to addiction and severe problems. It’s vital to gamble responsibly, and there are several ways for British Columbians to get a helping hand.

GameSense - This BCLC program provides comprehensive information about safe gambling, as well as live chat and a toll-free line to answer any questions by anyone concerned.
Gambling Support BC - A program funded by the Government of British Columbia offers educational programs, free counseling services, and a 24/7 toll-free line to all BC residents who might need help due to gambling issues.
Game Break Program - PlayNow.com gives locals a chance to take a break from gambling if it is not fun anymore, and this self-exclusion will include all gaming facilities in the province.
Gambler Anonymous - Open and closed meetings at 10+ locations all over British Columbia, where residents can share their thoughts and listen to stories of other addictive gamblers.

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