Northwest Territories sports betting 2025

Northwest Territories sports betting is legal and regulated by the Western Canada Lottery Corporation (WCLC). Canadians were allowed to bet on sports in 1985, but it was limited to parlays of at least three legs. Bill C-218 passed in 2021, legalizing single-game sports betting throughout the country. Northwest Territorians still don’t have a licensed online sportsbook, but they can place bets in-person via Sport Select, a product by WCLC. Read this article to learn more about sports betting options in the Northwest Territories, the most popular sports locals bet on, responsible gaming, and much more.

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Overview of sports betting in the Northwest Territories

Table about Overview of sports betting the Northwest Territories
⚖️ Sports betting status	Legal
📅 Year of legalization	1985
🏢 Retail market launch date	Not launched
💻 Online market launch date	Not launched
📱 Sports betting sites	None
🎰 Retail sportsbooks	None
🚫 Restricted bet types	In-play, non-sports, Esports
🎂 Legal betting age	19+
🧾 Tax on winnings	None
🏛️ Regulatory body	Western Canada Lottery Corporation (WCLC)
📈 Market size	Around 710 000 CA$ annually

Is sports betting legal in the Northwest Territories?

Yes, sports betting is legal in the Northwest Territories. You must be 19 to gamble, yet the minimum age is 18 for some offshore sportsbooks. Single-game wagering was allowed in Canada in 2021, thanks to Bill C-218. NT residents can make a single bet offline using Sport Select, a Western Canada Lottery Corporation product. However, the choice of betting markets is very modest, with only game-winner, over/under, and point spread on offer. There’s no chance to bet on Esports or non-sports events in the Northwest Territories.

Is online sports betting legal in the Northwest Territories?

Pic about is online sports betting legal in the Northwest Territories?

No, there are no licensed online bookmakers in the area. However, Northwest Territories online sports betting still exists, as many locals use offshore sportsbooks. There are no signs of a licensed online sportsbook evolving soon.

Where can I bet on sports in the Northwest Territories?

You can bet offline, attending one of 40+ licensed retail places, usually at gas stations, grocery stores, or convenience stores. Get a Sport Select ticket, a Western Canada Lottery Corporation product, make your selections and pay for the wage. Keep the ticket because otherwise, you won’t be able to collect your winnings if the bet wins.

As there are no licensed betting sites in the Northwest Territories (N.W.T.), the only other option would be to use the services of one of the offshore sportsbooks. Bookies can’t technically operate in Canada without a license, but country residents are not prohibited from placing bets there. You also might be interested in our list of the best platforms for online betting in Canada.

Popular sports to bet on in the Northwest Territories

Based on our research, hockey is the most popular sport to bet on in the Northwest Territories, just like in all other provinces and territories of Canada. Basketball and soccer are a bit behind, while the locals also have quite a big interest in football, baseball, and MMA.

Table about popular sports to bet on in the Northwest Territories
Sport	Major league	Number of bettors	% of total bets
Hockey	NHL	≈ 5900	23%
Basketball	NBA	≈ 4000	14%
Soccer	UEFA Champions League, MLS	≈ 4000	14%
Football	NFL	≈ 3500	12%
Baseball	MLB	≈ 2500	9%
Canadian football	CFL	≈ 1800	7%
MMA	UFC	≈ 2500	9%
Lacrosse	NLL	≈ 1300	5%
Tennis	ATP, WTA	≈ 1000	3%
Horse racing	-	≈ 850	2%
Golf	PGA	≈ 400	1%
Motorsports	F-1	≈ 400	1%

Popular sports teams to bet on in the Northwest Territories

There are no pro sports teams in the Northwest Territories, so the locals support teams based in the provinces to the South. As hockey will always be the most popular sport in Canada, Edmonton Oilers and Vancouver Canucks are followed closely by the Northwest Territorians. They also cheer for the Toronto Raptors, the sole Canadian team in the NBA, and two CFL contenders in BC Lions and Edmonton Elks.

Table about popular sports teams to bet on in the Northwest Territories
Team	Sport	League	Location	% of total bets
BC Lions	Canadian football	CFL	Vancouver, BC	10%
Edmonton Elks	Canadian football	CFL	Edmonton, AB	9%
Edmonton Oilers	Hockey	NHL	Edmonton, AB	30%
Toronto Raptors	Basketball	NBA	Toronto, ON	23%
Vancouver Canucks	Hockey	NHL	Vancouver, BC	28%

Northwest Territories sports betting timeline

December 2024: Sport Select remains the only legal choice in terms of sports betting in the Northwest Territories. There are no signs that someone will soon break Western Canada Lottery Corporation's monopoly.
August 2021: The passing of Bill C-218 legalizes single-game bets in the country. Northern Territorians can now make single bets thanks to Sport Select.
1990: The WCLC begins to accept 3+ leg parlays in the area via its offline product Sport Select.
1985: The Criminal Code of Canada is amended to allow provincial and territorial governments to regulate gambling and sports betting.
1974: Western Canada Lottery Corporation is established to regulate lotteries in all three northern territories, including the N.W.T.

Responsible gambling in the Northwest Territories

One can't overlook responsible gambling nowadays. We all know how fun sports betting can be, but it may become addictive and lead to serious issues. Therefore, it's vital to share helpful information and give a helping hand to those in need. Here are some of the resources in the Northwest Territories.

24/7 helpline (1-800-661-0844) - This free, day-and-night line will help anyone with gambling problems who wants to find a solution in the Northwest Territories.
Self-exclusion from a sports bookmaker - The NT government offers a simple way to stop betting with any current or future bookmakers in the area to those suffering from gambling problems.
Health and Social Services - Another product of the N.T.W. government that offers help to the locals who are in serious trouble because of gambling.
GameSense - This program provides comprehensive information about safe gambling, as well as live chat and a toll-free line to answer any questions by anyone concerned.

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