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Can you summarize O. Reg. 385/99, Advertising?
GAMES OF CHANCE CONDUCTED AND MANAGED BY THE ONTARIO LOTTERY AND GAMING CORPORATION
Short Summary
This legal document, part of the Gaming Control Act, 1992 in Ontario, governs the advertising of games of chance conducted and managed by the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation. It prohibits operators of gaming premises and persons with whom the operator contracts from engaging in certain types of advertising. The advertising should not imply that playing games of chance promotes social acceptance, personal success, financial success, or the resolution of any economic, social, or personal problems. It should not contain endorsements by well-known personalities suggesting that playing games of chance contributed to their success. Additionally, the advertising should not be directed at encouraging individuals under 19 years of age to play games of chance or compare the games offered at the gaming premises to other forms of gaming in Ontario. The document also prohibits operators from entering into contracts that offer gifts or chances of receiving gifts as inducements for individuals to play games of chance. Suppliers registered under this Regulation are responsible for ensuring that the advertising they supply for casinos, charity casinos, slot machine facilities, or premises used for prescribed lottery schemes comply with these restrictions.
Whom does it apply to?
Operators of gaming premises, persons with whom the operator contracts, and suppliers registered under this Regulation
What does it govern?
Advertising of games of chance conducted and managed by the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
Not specified.
Jurisdiction
Ontario