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The Law of Charitable and Casino Gaming, 2nd Edition

The only comprehensive resource on gaming legislation and jurisprudence in Canada, with insightful analysis and commentary on the Criminal Code, charitable gaming, government gaming and horse racing. The focus throughout is on regulatory compliance.
by Donald J. Bourgeois (Author) , Susan B. Campbell (Contributor)
Publisher: LexisNexis Canada
Publication Language: English
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$175.00
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Softcover | 240 pages

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Published: November 29, 2018
ISBN/ISSN: 9780433497158
Publisher: LexisNexis Canada

Product description

Must-have for anyone in the casino gaming industry<
This one-of-a-kind book provides vital information and insightful analysis and discussion of case law and interpretation of statutes relating to casinos and gaming in Canada. Written by an industry expert with more than 25 years of experience in the gaming sector, the text  reviews what is legal (and what is not) with a focus on understanding the federal and provincial regulatory regimes and compliance with those regimes.

 New in this edition

  • After nearly 19 years since the first edition was published this long awaited second edition has been completely revamped to provide the most relevant updated information in charitable and casino gaming
  • Contains all new chapters including topics such as on the historical, economic and constitutional content and background of gaming law in Canada, illegal and lawful gaming activities, conduct and management of a lottery scheme, lottery licensing, horse racing and pari-mutuel betting, federal regulation and more…
  • Discusses new and relevant case law
  • Explains key Criminal Code provisions that apply to unlawful gaming

 A great resource for:

  • Lawyers – As a practical and comprehensive guide for compliance/enforcement and relevant legislation
  • In-House Counsel – As a reference guide to understand applicable gaming laws to advise their organization
  • Corporate General – To learn more about the sector and legal considerations
  • Government – As a guide to understanding the law of gaming and to understand compliance/enforcement and relevant legislation
  • Law Libraries – An educational resource for their patrons as it’s the only book on the topic
 

Featured Authors

Donald J. Bourgeois
Susan B. Campbell

Donald J. Bourgeois

Donald J. Bourgeois, B.A. (Hons.), LL.B., is one of Canada’s leading authorities on charities and not-for-profit organizations. He is the recipient of several awards, including the AMS/John Hodgson Award by the Ontario Bar Association in recognition of his leadership, development of the law, and service in the charitable arena, the Amethyst Award for Outstanding Achievement by Ontario Public Servants, the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for dedication to his community and work to engage and inspire its residents, and the Mayor of Kitchener’s City Builder Award.

Mr. Bourgeois was General Counsel at the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario and has a private practice that focuses on liquor, gaming and other regulated industries in Canada. He is an adjunct professor at York University, having taught gambling law and financial accountability in government and the charitable and not-for-profit sectors. He has also written extensively on the topic of charity and not-for-profit law, including several editions of The Law of Charitable and Not-for-Profit Organizations, Charities and Not-for-Profit Fundraising Handbook, Charities and Not-for-Profit Administration and Governance Handbook and the liquor control title for Halsbury’s Laws of Canada. He is also the author of Public Law in Canada and lead author for Election Law in Canada. He has also served as an officer and director of several key community and arts organizations, and as chair and member of various municipal and provincial government organizations and advisory bodies.

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Susan B. Campbell

Susan B. Campbell, B.A. (Hons.), LL.B., is a lawyer with extensive experience in administrative law, including investigations, prosecutions and hearings. She has held senior positions at many organizations, including Vice Chair at the Ontario Municipal Board, Member and Vice Chair with the Assessment Review Board, Director of Licensing and By-Law Enforcement with the City of Mississauga and Deputy Director, Enforcement with the Ontario Securities Commission.

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Table of contents

Chapter 1: Gambling in Canada – Historical, Economic and Constitutional Context
A. Introduction
B. Constitutional Context

Chapter 2: Criminal Code – Illegal and Lawful Gambling Activities
A. Introduction
B. Definitions
C. Gaming Offences
D. Other Criminal Provisions
E. Lawful Gambling

Chapter 3: Conduct and Management

Chapter 4: Crown Corporations
A. Introduction
B. Provincial Approaches

Chapter 5: Lottery Licensing
A. Introduction
B. Lottery Licensing Authorities
C. Eligibility for a Lottery License
 D. Conduct and Management
E. Different Types of Lottery Schemes

Chapter 6: Horse Racing and Pari-Mutuel Betting
A. Introduction
B. Federal Regulation
C. Provincial Regulation

Chapter 7: Provincial Regulation

Chapter 8: Federal Regulation of Gambling Activities
A. Introduction
B. Anti-Money Laundering
C.. Marketing and Advertising
 

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