Published on: January 19, 2026, at 10:15 AM.

Updated on: January 19, 2026, at 10:16 AM.

• OLG reveals nearly CAD $32 million disbursed to community partners in Q3
• Funds directed toward local infrastructure and job creation initiatives
• Minor decline in payments to municipalities compared to Q2

The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) reported total payments of CAD $31,954,130 during the third quarter (October 1 – December 31, 2025) to 29 communities in Ontario that host land-based gaming establishments.

This marks a decrease from the CAD $37,765,676 allocated in Q2 (July 1 – September 30, 2025).

“Land-based gaming continues to be a significant provider of local employment and essential economic contributions to the communities hosting these gaming venues,” commented Stan Cho, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming.

“From the development of community parks to the backing of local programs, the funds dispersed through the Municipality Contribution Agreement with OLG enhance living and working conditions across municipalities in the province.”

Fixed Formula for Municipal Payments

The fiscal year for OLG spans from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026. To date, these 29 municipalities have received $113,354,014 based on a structured formula outlined in the Municipality Contribution Agreement.

This formula applies uniformly across all land-based casino sites statewide, employing a tiered approach for slot machine revenues, along with a portion of table game and sportsbook revenues where relevant.

According to the agreement, municipalities earn 5.25 percent on the first $65 million of slot revenue, 3.0 percent on the subsequent $135 million, 2.5 percent on the next $300 million, 0.5 percent on amounts above $500 million, and 4.0 percent of both table game and sportsbook revenues (when applicable).

Influence of Political Climate

One intriguing consideration: Have Ontario casinos seen an uptick in business due to many Canadians opting not to visit the U.S., especially Las Vegas? This shift follows remarks from U.S. President Donald Trump in early 2025 about Canada’s potential as the 51st state and his administration’s trade tariffs against Canada, sparking a trade conflict. Are more patrons choosing to stay local and visit Canadian casinos?

Casino.org has reached out to OLG for further insights on this matter.

Since 1994, host communities in Ontario have enjoyed almost CAD $2.4 billion in non-tax gaming revenues.

Distribution of Payments

The vicinity surrounding Casino Woodbine in northwest Toronto was the largest recipient, receiving $6,541,926 in Q3, followed closely by Niagara Falls (boasting two casinos) with $3,863,938, and the area around Casino Pickering at $3,799,974. Windsor, home to Caesars Casino, received $2,032,014.

The newly established Hard Rock Casino in Ottawa contributed $1,595,507 to the local municipality, according to the OLG report.