Molly Cormier named the new executive director of the Canadian Lottery Coalition

As the new head of the CLC, Cormier's priorities will include supporting current bills and initiatives in the iGaming industry. This includes the National Framework on Sports Betting Advertising Act (Bill 2-11), which is making a swift pass through parliament. The bill aims to limit sports betting advertisements, particularly their appearance during live games; it also lays out national standards for reducing problem gambling.

Supporting Bill 2-11 aligns with the coalition's goals; the CLC was established in 2021 to collaborate and advance Canada's gambling market, with player health listed as a priority. In a statement following her appointment, Cormier reiterated her priorities as "addressing gaps in federal legislation and regulation related to the promotion and advertising of online gambling." She also added that the coalition will continue cracking down on "illegal online gambling websites in Canada." The new director has called for collaboration among all involved stakeholders, including governments and regulators.

Canada is undergoing a rapid shift, with new regulations and more stringent requirements being established. In her post-appointment statement, Cormier stated that there was a "need for clear, coordinated national policy to protect player health." According to the new director, Canadian players should easily distinguish what's legal and accountable from offshore platforms that may be operating outside provincial laws and safeguards. After securing a big win with the Bodog Decision, which saw the operator banned from Manitoba, and after Bill S-11 passed the House of Commons vote, the CLC will be confident moving forward.

Industry commentator Allan Asava says:

“Molly Cormier steps in as the Canadian Lottery Coalition sharpens its regulatory stance. Backing Bill S-211 points to tighter ad controls and stronger action against illegal sites. For players, this means clearer safeguards; for operators, stricter compliance and visibility requirements.”