Nova Scotia Gambling
What We Know
We know that gambling affects individuals, families, and the community as a whole. We know...
Why We Care
We care because we want Nova Scotia to be a healthy, resilient place where we can thrive and...
What We Do
Gambling Risk Informed Nova Scotia (GRINS) exists to raise awareness of the community harms...
Get Involved!
There are lots of ways of getting involved in the work we do! For more information about us...
We raise awareness of the risks and harms gambling can cause in local communities − not only for individuals, but also for communities as a whole.
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Nova Scotia is considering dangerous online high-stakes casino. Contact your MLA!
GRINS Press Release January 27, 2020 Atlantic Lottery Corporation (ALC) has opened...Casino Nova Scotia Sydney and Casino Nova Scotia Halifax were both bought by the Great Canadian Gaming Corporation, which owns many casinos throughout the country. As part of this sale, the Corporation and the state negotiated their new operating contract. This saw the provincial government claiming 45.5% of all revenue generated by the casinos. Gambling Support Network The Gambling Support Network provides online and phone support for Nova Scotians and their families who may be affected by gambling-related harms. The network’s services are provided by trained professionals who help clients achieve their goals to reduce the harms from gambling. Gambling Risk Informed Nova Scotia (GRINS) is a not-for-profit organization based in Nova Scotia Canada. We have an all-volunteer board of community members who care deeply about the health and safety of our communities. Casino Nova Scotia is one of the top land based casinos in Nova Scotia. This casino offers over 500 slot games and features some of the latest and popular games around. Table games are also popular at Casino Nova Scotia and there is also a specific poker room for poker lovers.
GRINS gets GANS Community Grant
We are pleased to announce that we have received a grant from Gambling Awareness...
POSTPONED: Safer Community Award to Wolfville Legion
Due to the COVID-19 situation, all events at the Legion in Wolfville have been cancelled...Gambling on Addiction – How Governments Rely on Problem Gamblers
When it comes to gambling, Canadians have plenty of skin in the game. Last year,...Recent Work
What We Know
We know that gambling affects individuals, families, and the community as a whole....Why We Care
We care because we want Nova Scotia to be a healthy, resilient place where we can...What We Do
Gambling Risk Informed Nova Scotia (GRINS) exists to raise awareness of the community...Get Involved!
There are lots of ways of getting involved in the work we do! For more information...Ticket Lottery Permit (under $4,000)
Ticket Lottery Permit: series of ticket raffles with prizes $4,000 and under
Charities, religious organizations and non-profit community organizations need a Ticket Lottery Permit to run a series of ticket raffles with total prizes valued at $4,000 and under.
Ticket Lottery Permit: single draw ticket raffle with prizes $4,000 and under
Charities, religious organizations and non-profit community organizations need a Ticket Lottery Permit to run a single draw ticket raffle with total prizes valued at $4,000 and under.
Ticket Lottery Licence (over $4,000)
Ticket Lottery Licence: raffles with prizes over $4,000
Charities, religious organizations and non-profit community organizations need a Ticket Lottery Licence to run a ticket raffle with total prizes valued at over $4,000.
Ticket lottery report for raffles with prizes over $4,000: Ticket Lottery Licence
Charities, religious organizations and non-profit community organizations running raffles with prizes over $4,000 need to submit a Ticket Lottery Report within 30 days of the draw or each year.
Casino Registration
Supplier registration for Casino Nova Scotia
Register as a supplier to supply Casino Nova Scotia with products and services.
Games of Chance Lottery
Games of Chance Lottery Licence: charitable organizations
Charities, religious organizations and non-profit community organizations need a Games of Chance Lottery Licence to offer games of chance.
Games of Chance Lottery Licence: commercial carnivals
Commercial carnivals need a Games of Chance Lottery Licence to offer games of chance.
Bingo Lottery
Bingo financial report: Charitable Bingo Lottery Licence
Charitable Bingo Lottery Licence holders need to submit a Bingo Financial Report for a series of bingo games with total yearly prizes over $30,000 or a single bingo game with total prizes over $2,500.
Charitable Bingo Lottery Licence: series of events with yearly prizes over $30,000 or a single event with total prizes over $2,500
Charities, religious organizations and non-profit community organizations need a Charitable Bingo Lottery Licence to run a series of bingo games with yearly prizes over $30,000 or a single bingo game with prizes over $2,500.
Charitable Bingo Lottery Licence: series of events with yearly prizes under $30,000
Charities, religious organizations and non-profit community organizations need a Charitable Bingo Lottery Licence to run a series of bingo games with yearly prizes under $30,000.
Charitable Bingo Lottery Licence: single event with total prizes under $2,500
Charities, religious organizations and non-profit community organizations need a Charitable Bingo Lottery Licence to run a single bingo event with total prizes under $2,500.
Manor Bingo Permit: seniors complexes and manors
Seniors complexes and manors need a Manor Bingo Permit to run bingo games for residents and their guests.
Media bingo monthly report for bingos on the radio or on TV
Charities, religious organizations and non-profits running bingos on the radio or on TV with total yearly prizes over $30,000 need to submit a Media Bingo Monthly Report each month.
Guides and reports
Nova Scotia Gambling Laws
Gaming licences: overview
How to get gaming licences and what you need to know once you have one.
Gaming report 2019 to 2020
Activities of the Alcohol, Gaming, Fuel and Tobacco Division related to the gaming industry for 2019 to 2020.
Ticket lottery guidelines
Guidelines that all ticket lotteries need to follow when running a ticket lottery.
Ticket Lottery Permits and Licences: guidelines for charitable and non-profit organizations
What fundraising activities require a Ticket Lottery Licence or permit and how charitable and non-profit organizations can apply.
Breakopen Ticket
Breakopen Ticket Licence
Charities, religious organizations and non-profit community organizations need a Breakopen Ticket Licence to sell breakopen tickets.
Breakopen ticket report: Breakopen Ticket Licence
Nova Scotia Casino Open
Charities, religious organizations and non-profit community organizations with a Breakopen Ticket Licence need to submit a Breakopen Ticket Report each year.
Policies
Nova Scotia Gambling Age
Confirmation of Prize Value Policy: gaming licences and permits
Rules around ticket lottery prizes including what prizes qualify and how the value of the prize needs to be the same as advertised.
Nova Scotia Casino Hotels
Licensing Conditions Policy: chase the ace style lotteries
Nova Scotia Gambia Association
Licensing conditions that organizations need to meet when running a chase the ace style lottery.