Sports betting in British Columbia looks a lot different than it did a couple of years ago. BCLC replaced Sports Action with PROLINE, opened the province’s first casino sportsbook lounges, and both of BC’s horse racing tracks have closed.
Below is how to start betting online from BC, where you can bet in person, what’s happened to horse racing, and how to bet on BC’s teams. Unlike Ontario and Alberta, BC hasn’t opened its market to private betting sites, so your options work a little differently here.
BC Sports Betting Quick Facts
| Legal betting age | 19+ |
| Provincial betting site | PlayNow.com, run by BCLC |
| Other online options | Betting sites and apps licensed outside the province, such as Sports Interaction |
| In-person betting | PROLINE at lottery retailers and PROLINE sportsbook lounges in six casinos |
| Regulator | Independent Gambling Control Office (since April 2026) |
| Live horse racing | None. Hastings and Fraser Downs have both closed |
Is Sports Betting Legal In British Columbia?
Yes. Single-game sports betting has been legal across Canada since August 2021, and the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) offers it online through PlayNow.com and in person through PROLINE.
PlayNow is the only betting site licensed by the province. BC hasn’t followed Ontario and Alberta in licensing private betting sites, and there’s no announced plan to do so. That doesn’t stop BC residents from using other sites. Canada’s gambling laws are aimed at the businesses offering bets, not the people placing them, and betting sites like Sports Interaction, which is licensed by the Kahnawake Gaming Commission, accept players from BC.
One change worth knowing: BC’s new Gaming Control Act took effect on April 13, 2026, and the Independent Gambling Control Office took over from the Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch as the province’s gambling regulator.
Bet On Sports From BC – 4 Step Guide
Follow these four steps to start betting online from anywhere in British Columbia.
Step 1. Open An Account At A Recommended Betting Site
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Sports Interaction is our top rated betting site for BC residents, so we use SIA for the rest of this guide.
SIA serves BC under a licence from the Kahnawake Gaming Commission and is entirely focused on Canadian bettors. That shows in its customer service, its bet offerings and its Canadian deposit and withdrawal options, including Interac.
Click here to visit SportsInteraction.com. Click the ‘Register’ button on the landing page and complete the sign up form to open your account. You can bet on the website or download the Sports Interaction betting app for iPhone or Android.
Step 2. Verify Your Identity
You must be 19 or older to bet in BC, and your betting site will ask for government-issued photo ID to confirm your age and identity. It is required before you can withdraw, and it’s much less frustrating to sort out right away, rather than when you want to withdraw your winnings.
Step 3. Deposit
Log into your SIA account and click the ‘Deposit’ button. Choose a deposit method (Interac e-Transfer, Visa, Mastercard, etc.) and follow the instructions to fund your account.
Step 4. Place Your Bets
- Click ‘Sports’ from the top menu.
- Navigate to the sport and game you want to bet on.
- Select the odds of the bet you want to make.
- Enter your stake on the bet slip.
- If you’re happy with the stake and potential return, confirm to lock in the wager.
New to reading odds? Our betting odds explained page walks through how decimal odds turn into a payout.
PlayNow.com
PlayNow.com is BCLC’s online gambling site, offering sports betting alongside casino games and lottery. You need to be 19 or older and physically in BC to bet there. It was the first site in Canada to offer single-game betting when the law changed in August 2021.
PlayNow has become a viable option for BC residents, but most still prefer to bet with a Canada-wide betting site like Sports Interaction. Either way, it’s worth comparing odds before you place a bet.
In-Person Sports Betting In BC
PROLINE At Lottery Retailers
BCLC retired Sports Action in May 2024 after 33 years and launched PROLINE, a new retail sportsbook, that September. PROLINE added single-game betting at retail for the first time, along with moneylines, spreads, totals, props and TOTO, a jackpot pool game where you predict the results of 13 matches.
Here’s how a PROLINE bet works:
- Build your bet slip in the BCLC PROLINE app or on the PROLINE website.
- The app gives you a QR code for your slip.
- Take the code to any BC lottery retailer, pay, and get a printed ticket.
PROLINE Sportsbook Lounges In BC Casinos
In 2025, BCLC opened BC’s first casino sportsbooks. These PROLINE lounges have big screens, self-serve terminals for single bets, parlays, live in-game bets and TOTO, plus food and drink. There are six so far:
| Casino | Address | Screen | Terminals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parq Casino | 39 Smithe St, Vancouver | 50-foot | 7 |
| Chances Kelowna | 1585 Springfield Rd, Kelowna | 25-foot | 5 |
| Chances Maple Ridge (in The Well) | 22710 Lougheed Hwy, Maple Ridge | 25-foot | 3 |
| Casino of the Rockies | 7777 Mission Rd, Cranbrook | 18-foot | 3 |
| Chances Fort St. John | 11308 Alaska Rd N, Fort St. John | 24-foot | 6 |
| Chances Terrace | 4410 Legion Ave, Terrace | 18-foot | 3 |
For Metro Vancouver bettors, the lounge on the 3rd floor of Parq Casino downtown is the closest to Rogers Arena and BC Place, with Chances Maple Ridge the option out in the Fraser Valley. Casinos without a lounge, such as River Rock in Richmond, don’t have a sportsbook, though PROLINE tickets are sold at lottery retailers across BC.
Horse Racing Betting In BC
BC no longer has a live horse racing track. Fraser Downs in Surrey ended harness racing in August 2025 after the City of Surrey ended its lease, though Elements Casino on the same site is still open. Hastings Racecourse in Vancouver followed in December 2025, ending 133 years of thoroughbred racing after the province cut the industry’s share of slot machine revenue.
You can still bet on horses from BC. The casino at Hastings stayed open and kept its simulcast racebook, so you can watch and bet on races from other tracks there. You can also bet on horse racing online at Bet365, which covers races from tracks around the world, or through HPIbet. See our guide to betting on horse racing in Canada for more.
Betting On BC Teams
Every major betting site offers full markets on the Canucks, Lions and Whitecaps: moneylines, spreads, totals, player props and live betting. Sports Interaction also takes bets on the Abbotsford Canucks (AHL), Goldeneyes (PWHL), Vancouver FC and Pacific FC (CPL) and Warriors (NLL) when their leagues are in season. CEBL coverage varies, and Northern Super League games generally aren’t offered.
- Vancouver Canucks (Hockey – NHL)
- Abbotsford Canucks (Hockey – AHL)
- Vancouver Goldeneyes (Women’s Hockey – PWHL)
- BC Lions (Football – CFL)
- Vancouver Whitecaps FC (Soccer – MLS)
- Vancouver FC (Soccer – CPL)
- Pacific FC (Soccer – CPL)
- Vancouver Rise FC (Women’s Soccer – NSL)
- Vancouver Warriors (Lacrosse – NLL)
- Vancouver Bandits (Basketball – CEBL)
Responsible Gambling In BC
Set a budget before you bet and treat it as the cost of entertainment, not a way to make money. Most betting sites and apps let you set deposit limits, time-outs and self-exclusion from your account settings.
If gambling stops being fun, help is free and confidential. Gambling Support BC offers counselling and a 24/7 help line at 1-888-795-6111, and GameSense advisors are available at BC casinos.
Sports Betting In BC – FAQ
Below I’ve answered the questions I get most often from BC bettors.
Is Online Sports Betting Legal In BC?
Yes. PlayNow.com is the province’s licensed betting site, and BC residents can also bet at betting sites licensed elsewhere, such as Sports Interaction. You must be 19 or older.
What Is The Legal Betting Age In BC?
19. The same age applies to PlayNow, PROLINE, casinos and lottery across British Columbia.
Will BC Open Its Market Like Ontario And Alberta?
Not any time soon, as far as we know. The province hasn’t announced any plan to license private betting sites, and its 2026 gambling reforms focused on a new regulator and anti-money laundering rules rather than opening the market.
Can I Bet At A Canucks Game At Rogers Arena?
Yes, on your phone, including live bets during the game. There’s no sportsbook counter in the arena, but Parq Casino’s PROLINE lounge is a short walk away if you’d rather bet on a terminal and watch on the big screens.
Where Can I Bet On Sports In Person In Vancouver?
At the PROLINE lounge in Parq Casino, or with a PROLINE ticket from any lottery retailer. Other Metro Vancouver casinos don’t currently have a sportsbook lounge.
Where Can I Bet On Horse Racing In BC?
With both tracks closed, you can bet online at Bet365, which offers horse racing from tracks around the world, or through HPIbet. In person, the casino at Hastings in Vancouver still has a simulcast racebook.
Are Prediction Markets Legal In BC?
No. BC’s gambling regulator considers unregulated prediction markets, where you buy contracts on the outcome of sports and other events, to be illegal gambling in the province.
Is There A Betting App In BC?
Yes. Sports Interaction has a betting app for iPhone and Android that works anywhere in BC, including live in-game betting. You can also bet in your phone’s browser without downloading anything.
Can I Use A Local Bookie In BC?
I advise against it. Taking bets without a licence is illegal in Canada, and there’s no reason to take the risk when established betting apps are a few taps away. They’re secure, easy to use, and will generally have better odds than a local bookie.
Can I Bet Using My Credit Card?
Yes, all three of our recommended betting sites accept Visa and Mastercard deposits. If you deposit by credit card, you will likely need to cash out your winnings another way, such as Interac.
Can I Fund My Account With Interac?
Yes, all of our recommended betting sites accept Interac for both deposits and withdrawals. I personally use Interac for most of my deposits and cash outs. It’s fast, easy, and a method Canadians already know.