Nova Scotia sports betting 2026

We have examined more than 90 of the best sports betting sites in Nova Scotia so that you can have the ultimate betting experience. Our experts considered bonuses, odds, payout speeds, and more. This led to QBet being rated number one in 2026. The 9.8/10 score is thanks to the ongoing 5% cashback, 2 hour payout time, in-play betting opportunities.

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Found: 104 Bookmakers

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Top recommended NS betting sites in detail

We selected these five sites so you can place bets from Nova Scotia across major sports, take part in live markets, and access a wide range of pre-match and in-play options.

William Hill

William Hill is backed by decades’ worth of UK betting tradition and also serves Canadian bettors, including those in Nova Scotia. This sportsbook boasts a robust platform accessible across devices, focusing on horse racing and soccer. William Hill features 45+ sports, including tennis, golf, and soccer, highlighting major North American leagues like the NBA, NHL, and NFL. Markets vary per sport, with a regular NBA game featuring nearly 300 markets on average, including spreads and moneyline.
- Advantages
- Boasts 45+ sports, including soccer, tennis, horse racing, and American Football
- Mobile app for iOS and Android is available
- Live streaming available
- Limitations
- Doesn’t support Interac, and CAD-focused betting bonuses are no longer available
- No phone and email options under Support
- Should have an active balance to use live streaming
William Hill review
Pribet

Pribet is an offshore-licensed sportsbook with competitive odds for 35+ sports and crypto-ready features. The platform supports all popular international sports, with a strong emphasis on soccer (La Liga and Champions League), tennis (ATP, WTA and grand slams), basketball, and even eSports. Each game averages 100 to 300 markets, including spreads, totals, and moneyline, with pre-match and in-play betting options. Bettors can use its Bet Builder, odds boost, plus a crypto-ready cashier for a streamlined cashout process.
- Advantages
- 35+ sports, with strong emphasis on soccer, tennis, and basketball
- Averages 100 to 300 markets per event/game
- Crypto-ready, supports Bitcoin for deposits and withdrawals
- Limitations
- Limited CAD promotions
- Higher withdrawal fees for fiat options
- Not provincially regulated
Pribet review Bet here
Lunubet

Lunubet is an Anjouan-licensee casino and sportsbook, which stands for its crypto-friendly cashier and extensive in-play options. This sportsbook lists over 35 sports, including soccer, tennis, basketball, and hockey, with some niche events like surfing. Lunubet’s homepage highlights popular soccer and basketball leagues, including La Liga, Premier League, and the NBA. With your Lunubet account, you can use its live streaming, Bet Builder, cash-out, and Multi-Live option. Ethereum and Bitcoin deposits are welcome here, with C$30 as the minimum deposit.
- Advantages
- Covers over 35 sports, including soccer, basketball, and tennis
- Live streaming and Bet Builder available
- Supports crypto deposits
- Limitations
- No native app for iOS and Android devices
- Minimum CAD 30 deposit
- Limited CAD-specific betting promos
Lunubet review Bet here
BC.Game

BC.Game is a crypto-first sportsbook with over 80 sports and extensive eSports markets. The sportsbook section covers all popular international sports, covering all top-tier leagues and tournaments such as the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLS and EPL for soccer. This operator is heavy on eSports too, with extensive coverage of Dota 2, League of Legends, and CS: GO, with access to virtual sports and niche competitions. Here, bettors can enjoy 1,000+ markets per event, covering all popular bet types like spreads, moneyline, totals, and props.
- Advantages
- Crypto-first sportsbook, supporting over 100 cryptocurrencies
- Boasts over 80 sports, heavy on eSports
- 1,000+ markets per event
- Limitations
- No fiat support
- Limited CAD-based promotions
- Non-crypto users may find the platform intimidating
BC.GAME review Bet here
N1Bet

N1Bet boasts 40+ sports, with pre-match and in-play betting, on a crypto-ready platform. Bettors can bet on soccer (Champions League and EPL), basketball (NBA and EuroLeague), tennis, ice hockey, and American Football. Major events and games boast 150 to 200+ markets, such as totals, moneyline, player props, and correct score. N1Bet highlights its extensive in-play market selection, which includes popular soccer leagues such as the Premier League and La Liga. On the payments side, N1bet supports 10+ cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Ethereum, and is backed by traditional banking options such as Interac, Visa, Mastercard, and Google Pay.
- Advantages
- Boasts 40+ sports, with in-play and pre-match betting
- 150 to 200+ markets per match/event
- Supports 10+ cryptocurrencies, with Interac, Visa, and Mastercard
- Limitations
- C$ 30 minimum deposit
- No provincial regulation
- No Bet Builder or a Loyalty scheme
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Betting apps in Nova Scotia

Here’s a quick look at the top Nova Scotia betting apps, with their Google and iOS ratings and estimated download size:

Betting apps in Nova Scotia
Sportsbook	Download Size	iOS Rating	Google Rating
bet365	~150 MB	4.7/5	4.5/5
William Hill	~140 MB	4.2/5	3.8/5
Pinnacle	~90 MB	4.6/5	4.3/5
TonyBet	~120 MB	4.5/5	4.2/5
Sports Interaction	~100 MB	3.6/5	Not available

Latest Nova Scotia betting news

December 2025. Halifax City News reports about Miami Heat’s Terry Rozier requesting dismissal of betting charges, suggesting local interest in high-profile gambling cases.
November 2025. According to Global News, some senators have petitioned Prime Minister Carney to ban sports betting advertisements nationwide, citing concerns about youth exposure.
September 2025. CTV News highlights the calls of medical professionals seeking limits on sports betting advertisements due to youth gambling risks.
September 2025. Global News covers the campaign of a Nova Scotia advocate concerned about online gambling addiction among young bettors using unregulated betting platforms.

How we review Nova Scotia online sportsbooks

Picking a sportsbook in Nova Scotia can be challenging, with dozens of offshore sites competing for attention, with varying bonuses, markets, and sports coverage. We’ll help you make sense of these options through our strict editorial process, focusing on the following criteria:

We register, deposit, and place real bets. By using our account, we can review the betting options, available offers, and the overall user experience.
Test betting markets, review odds, and use all available tools. We place real money bets to personally check how the platform works.
We review the site’s payment methods and policies. During actual review, we look at actual banking options, processing times, and fees.
Check customer support.

Nova Scotia sportsbook bonuses

There are plenty of sportsbook bonuses for Canadian bettors in 2026, and they’re credited in different ways, with specific T&Cs. In this section, we’ll guide you through the different betting bonuses, steps for claiming, and a few reminders to get started.

Sign-up bonuses

A sign-up bonus is awarded to new players who register and verify their real-money accounts. Welcome bonuses are packaged in different ways with varying T&Cs, depending on the operator. The most common is a 100% deposit match bonus up to C$ 200. To claim, you’ll need to complete the signup process, verify the account, and make the minimum deposit, often at C$20.
Free bets

Free bets are promo credits which you can place as actual bets without risking your own bankroll. Winnings earned from free bets are paid out as additional credits or cash. There are at least three types of free bets: no-deposit free bets, risk-free bets, and matched free bets. The most lucrative but quite rare are no-deposit free bets, which you earn upon registration. Risk-free bets refund your losing bet, and a matched free bet is based on your deposit.
Boosted Odds

Boosted odds temporarily enhance your payout odds on specific bets or markets. Typically, the bookmaker picks a market (e.g., a money line from +100 to +250+) and boosts the betting odds for a limited price. Canadian sportsbooks often carry three types of odds boosts: the Single Bet, Parlay, and Profit Boosts. Single Boost applies to one outcome, the Parlay for multiple bets, and Profits enhances your winnings by a percentage, such as a 10% extra on your parlay.

Overview of sports betting in Nova Scotia

Table of sports betting in Nova Scotia
⚖️ Sports betting status	Legal
📅 Year of legalization	1985
🏢 Retail market launch date	Not launched
💻 Online market launch date	2004
📱 Sports betting sites	Proline Stadium
🎰 Retail sportsbooks	None
🚫 Restricted bet types	None
🎂 Legal betting age	19+
🧾 Tax on winnings	None
🏛️ Regulatory body	Atlantic Lottery Corporation (ALC)
📈 Market size	Around 26 million CA$ annually

Is sports betting legal in Nova Scotia?

Yes, sports betting is legal in Nova Scotia for anyone who has reached the age of 19. Betting on sports became legal in Canada in 1985, but in August 2021, single-game wagering was allowed throughout the country once the Federal Bill C-218 was passed. The NS government decided to review sports betting regulations, and in February 2022, all barriers were cleared. The Atlantic Lottery Corporation regulates sports betting in Nova Scotia, and currently, there are no restrictions on any bet.

Is online sports betting legal in Nova Scotia?

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Yes, online sports betting is legal in Nova Scotia. You can place a bet via Proline Stadium, the only licensed Nova Scotia online sports betting option. However, this ALC platform has limited choices in sports and betting markets.

Where can I bet on sports in Nova Scotia?

If you’d like to bet in Nova Scotia, three options are available.

You can bet online using the Proline Stadium platform, operated by the Atlantic Lottery Corporation (ALC). There are no other Nova Scotia betting sites with a license at the moment.

Another option is to bet in-person. While there are no licensed retail Nova Scotia sportsbooks, you can still visit one of the authorized Proline retailers, based in convenience stores, gas stations, etc. Simply give a filled-in Proline slip to the cashier and pay for the wager. You’ll get a ticket, which you can later change for money if your bet succeeds.

Finally, you can always use one of the offshore sportsbooks. Bookmakers can't work in the Canadian market without a license, yet the locals can still use their services. Please read our article about Canada's best online betting sites.

Popular sports to bet on in Nova Scotia

Our research shows that hockey is a clear leader in Nova Scotia in terms of sports betting, which probably comes as no surprise. Other popular sports for Nova Scotians to bet on include basketball, football, baseball, and soccer.

Table of popular sports to bet on in Nova Scotia
Sport	Major league	Number of bettors	% of total bets
Hockey	NHL	≈ 61 000	23%
Basketball	NBA	≈ 46 000	16%
Football	NFL	≈ 42 000	14%
Baseball	MLB	≈ 39 000	13%
Soccer	UEFA Champions League, MLS	≈ 37 000	11%
MMA	UFC	≈ 25 000	6%
Tennis	ATP, WTA	≈ 24 000	6%
Canadian football	CFL	≈ 20 000	4%
Lacrosse	NLL	≈ 14 000	3%
Golf	PGA	≈ 9500	2%
Motorsports	F-1	≈ 5000	1%
Horse racing	-	≈ 5000	1%

Nova Scotia sports teams to bet on

Nova Scotia has three professional sports teams of high quality in Mooseheads, Thunderbirds, and Wanderers. The Mooseheads are probably the most successful of the three, playing in Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League and winning the Memorial Cup in 2013. Montreal Canadiens of HHL are located nearby in Quebec, and quite a few Nova Scotians support the New England Patriots who are playing in the NFL.

Table of Nova Scotia sports teams to bet on
Team	Sport	League	Location	% of total bets
Halifax Mooseheads	Hockey	QMJHL	Halifax, NS	15%
Halifax Thunderbirds	Lacrosse	NLL	Halifax, NS	8%
Halifax Wanderers FC	Soccer	CPL	Halifax, NS	7%
Montreal Canadiens	Hockey	NHL	Montreal, QC	45%
New England Patriots	Football	NFL	Foxborough, MA	25%

Nova Scotia sports betting timeline

December 2024: The Atlantic Lottery Corporation (ALC) holds the sports betting monopoly in Nova Scotia, and we can’t see any signs of that changing soon.
February 11, 2022: Nova Scotia becomes the last Atlantic province to authorize single-game wagering, six months after New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Prince Edward Island did so.
August 2021: The Bill C-218 allows Canadian citizens to make single-game bets on sports events.
2004: Atlantic Lottery Corporation launched the PlaySphere site, which starts sports betting in Nova Scotia via parlay betting online.
1976: The creation of ALC to provide lotteries to the residents of Atlantic provinces. It all started with a $1 lotto.

Responsible gambling in Nova Scotia

With the popularity of sports betting always on the rise, the number of people suffering from gambling issues is growing as well. It’s essential to give them a helping hand promptly. Here are some of the options for Nova Scotia residents.

Problem Gambling: Mental Health and Addiction - The Centre of Addiction and Mental Health presents this learning platform to anyone concerned.
Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line (1-888-429-8167) - This free and confidential 24/7 helpline aims to help those addicted to gambling in Nova Scotia.
Gambler Anonymous - Provides locations in Nova Scotia where the locals can meet every day except Friday to share their thoughts and listen to stories of other addictive gamblers.
Your Best Bet - Nova Scotia Gaming Corporation's free platform provides information on healthy play to all Nova Scotians interested.

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