Is Stake.com legal in Canada?

Stake.com is not licensed in any Canadian province. It is accessible in most provinces except where blocks are enforced, but using it means no protection from Canadian regulators like AGCO.

Can I use Stake.com in Ontario?

Stake attempts to block Ontario users. Bypassing restrictions is against their ToS and means zero regulatory protection. AGCO cannot help recover funds from unlicensed operators.

Does Stake accept Interac?

No. Stake is crypto-only. You must purchase cryptocurrency first (available on-site via MoonPay/Banxa) and then deposit.

Is Stake.com safe for Canadians?

Stake holds a Curaçao license with less player protection than AGCO or MGA. No Canadian dispute resolution. Platform suffered a $41M hack in 2023.

Stake.us is a separate sweepstakes casino for the US market using virtual currencies. It is not available in Canada.

How do I withdraw to my Canadian bank?

Withdraw crypto to personal wallet, then convert to CAD through a Canadian exchange (Shakepay, Newton, Bitbuy) and transfer to bank. Takes 1-2 business days.

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Stake.com

by Medium Rare N.V. · Est. 2017 · stake.com

Stake is one of the world's largest cryptocurrency casinos and sportsbooks. Founded by Ed Craven and Bijan Tehrani, it has grown through aggressive marketing, celebrity partnerships (Drake, UFC), and a massive library of original games. Stake operates under a Curaçao license and is blocked in major regulated markets including the US, UK, and Australia.

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COMPLIANCE
SCORE

LicenseOFFSHORE

Rating★★★★★ 3.6

Specifications Bonuses Provinces Registration Login Pros & Cons Timeline Responsible Gambling Reviews FAQ

Specifications

Complete technical details and key characteristics

Operator

Medium Rare N.V.

Established

2017

License

Curaçao (CGA)

License Number

OGL/2024/1451/0918

License Tier

Offshore

Headquarters

Curaçao (offices in Serbia, Australia, Cyprus)

Games

3,000+

Game Providers

Pragmatic Play, Evolution, Hacksaw, Stake Originals

Cryptocurrencies

BTC, ETH, LTC, DOGE, XRP, USDT, +10 more

Fiat Currencies

Limited (via MoonPay/Banxa)

Min. Deposit

$1 (crypto equivalent)

Withdrawal Speed

Instant (crypto)

Interac Support

CAD Support

No (USD, crypto only)

Mobile App

No native app (mobile-responsive site)

Live Chat

24/7

Self-Exclusion

Available

KYC Required

On withdrawal / risk trigger

Ontario Licensed

Bonuses & Promotions

Current promotions and loyalty rewards

Welcome Bonus

Stake does not offer a deposit match bonus

None (no traditional welcome bonus)

Rakeback

Percentage increases with VIP level

Up to 15% (VIP-dependent)

Weekly Bonus

Personalized, delivered every week

Custom amount based on play

Monthly Bonus

Higher than weekly, VIP-tiered

Custom amount based on play

Daily Races

Leaderboard based on wagering volume

$100,000 daily prize pool

VIP Program

Invite-only upper tiers

Bronze → Platinum → Diamond → Obsidian

Province Availability

Province-by-province breakdown for Canadian players

Ontario

✕BLOCKED

No AGCO license. AGCO issued warning letters.

Quebec

✓ACCESSIBLE

Accessible but not licensed by Loto-Québec

British Columbia

✓ACCESSIBLE

Accessible but not licensed by BCLC

Alberta

✓ACCESSIBLE

Accessible but not regulated by AGLC

Manitoba

✓ACCESSIBLE

Accessible, unregulated

Saskatchewan

✓ACCESSIBLE

Accessible, unregulated

Nova Scotia

✓ACCESSIBLE

Accessible, unregulated

New Brunswick

✓ACCESSIBLE

Accessible, unregulated

Newfoundland

✓ACCESSIBLE

Accessible, unregulated

PEI

✓ACCESSIBLE

Accessible, unregulated

How to Register

Step-by-step account creation at Stake.com

Visit Stake.com

Go to stake.com from your browser. Ontario residents will be geo-blocked.

Click Register

Click the green Register button. You can also sign up with Google, Facebook, Twitch, or LINE.

Fill in details

Enter email, choose username, create password, enter date of birth. Must be 19+ in most provinces.

Verify email

Check your inbox for verification email and click the confirmation link.

Set up 2FA

Go to Settings → Security and enable two-factor authentication via Google Authenticator.

Make first deposit

Navigate to Wallet → Deposit. Choose your cryptocurrency and send funds to provided address.

How to Login

Access your Stake.com account

Via Browser

Go to stake.com → Click Sign In → Enter email/username + password → Complete 2FA if enabled

Via Mobile

Open stake.com in mobile browser → Tap Sign In → Enter credentials → Add to home screen for quick access

Via Social Login

Click Sign In → Choose Google, Facebook, Twitch, or LINE → Authorize the connection

Forgot Password?

Click Forgot Password → Enter email → Check inbox for reset link → Create new password

Pros & Cons

Honest assessment for Canadian players

PROS

▸Instant crypto withdrawals — no waiting days

▸3,000+ games including unique Stake Originals

▸Provably fair games with verifiable outcomes

▸Generous VIP program with personalized bonuses

▸$100,000 daily races and regular promotions

▸24/7 live chat support with fast response

▸Low minimum deposits ($1 equivalent)

CONS

▸No AGCO license — not legal in Ontario

▸No Interac or CAD support for Canadians

▸Offshore Curaçao license — weaker player protection

▸No traditional welcome bonus

▸VPN use prohibited — account may be seized

▸No native mobile app

▸$41M security breach in September 2023

Timeline

Key events relevant to Canadian players

2017

Stake.com launched with Curaçao license

2021

UK expansion via TGP Europe partnership

2022

Stake.us launched for US market (sweepstakes)

2022

UFC sponsorship deal announced

2023-09

$41M stolen from Ethereum hot wallet

2024

New CGA license under reformed framework

2025

AGCO issues warning re: Ontario operations

Responsible Gambling

Important information for safe gambling

Deposit Limits

AVAILABLE

Daily, weekly, and monthly deposit limits available. Decreases instant, increases require 24h cooling-off.

Loss Limits

AVAILABLE

Set maximum loss limits per day, week, or month.

Session Time Limits

AVAILABLE

Set reminders for play duration. Notifications only — doesn't force stop.

Self-Exclusion

AVAILABLE

Temporary (24hrs to 6 months) or permanent self-exclusion available.

Provincial Integration

N/A

Does NOT integrate with provincial self-exclusion programs (e.g., Ontario iGO).

Support Resources

LIMITED

Links to external support organizations. Not required to provide Canadian-specific resources.

⚠ Important for Canadian Players

Stake.com is not licensed in any Canadian province. Provincial responsible gambling programs do not apply. Contact ConnexOntario (1-866-531-2600) or gamblinghelpline.ca for support.

Player Reviews

5 reviews from Canadian players

3.6

★★★★★

5 reviews

MapleBettor22VERIFIED

BC · Feb 2026

★★★★★

Great game selection and fast payouts. But I'm nervous about using an unlicensed site.

CryptoKingTOVERIFIED

ON · Jan 2026

★★★★★

Best crypto casino hands down. Originals are addictive. VIP program is insane once you level up.

SafePlayerNSVERIFIED

NS · Jan 2026

★★★★★

Got asked for KYC after winning big. Took 5 days. The lack of regulation makes me uncomfortable.

PokerFaceAB

AB · Dec 2025

★★★★★

Solid sportsbook with good odds. Crypto deposits are seamless. No Interac is annoying.

NovaBetsVERIFIED

NB · Dec 2025

★★★★★

Fun casino but responsible gambling tools are basic compared to regulated sites.

FAQ

Common questions about Stake.com for Canadian players

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