Gambling provisions are found in Part VII of the Criminal Code. The Code uses phrases like “common betting house” or “common gaming house” to mean unlicenced gambling venues. Someone found guilty of running a common gaming house can spend up to two years in prison. Participating in gambling at a common gaming house is also an offence punishable by law. Cheating or committing fraud while gambling can also be punishable by up to two years in prison. Playing on an illegal gambling website can be punishable by the law. Outside of the province’s official website, any organization running a gambling website is illegal. This includes charities and religious organizations, even though they can get licenced for in-person gambling. Private bets between individuals are not a crime. But they cannot be for-profit or involved in the gambling business, or they will be caught by the Criminal Code prohibitions. Last Updated: December 2022