Is sports betting legal in Canada?

Yes, sports betting is legal in Canada following Bill C-218 in August 2021, which legalised single-event sports wagering. Ontario has the most developed regulated market through iGaming Ontario.

Do I have to pay tax on sports betting winnings in Canada?

In most situations, recreational sports bettors in Canada do not need to pay income tax on their winnings. The CRA typically treats gambling proceeds as a windfall rather than taxable income for casual bettors.

What is the best payment method for Canadian sports bettors?

Interac e-Transfer is widely considered the best banking option for Canadian sports bettors because it is fast, familiar, widely accepted, and typically free of transaction fees.

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 2026

ch-stfrancois.com ("we," "us," "our," or "Website") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing and using ch-stfrancois.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the provisions of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Website includes:

Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details you voluntarily provide through contact forms or account registration.
Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited.
Cookies and Tracking Data: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar tracking technologies.
Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Website, including clicks, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns.

2. How We Use Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To improve and optimize Website functionality and user experience.
To conduct analytics and track performance metrics.
To facilitate affiliate tracking and commission calculations.
To send promotional communications and updates (with your consent).
To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.
To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or unauthorized access.

3. Cookie Policy

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our Website. Types of cookies we use include:

Essential Cookies: Required for Website functionality and security.
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our Website (e.g., Google Analytics).
Affiliate Cookies: Track referrals and clicks to partner casinos and sportsbooks.
Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising and retargeting campaigns.

Opting Out: You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect Website functionality. You may also opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On.

4. Third-Party Links

Our Website contains links to third-party casinos, sportsbooks, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of these external websites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party site before providing your personal information. Your use of third-party websites is governed by their respective terms and privacy policies, not ours.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Canadian Residents: Under Canadian privacy laws (PIPEDA), you have the right to access, correct, and request deletion of your personal information. You may also request information about how your data is being used.
Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
Right to Correction: You may request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time.
Right to Deletion: You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention obligations.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address provided below.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. When your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it. Affiliate tracking data may be retained in accordance with industry standards and regulatory requirements for sports betting in Canada.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Website: ch-stfrancois.com

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days of receipt.

This Privacy Policy is subject to change at any time without notice. We encourage you to review it periodically for updates. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of revised Privacy Policy means that you accept and agree to the changes.