Toronto 2025
Resilient regulation:
Exploring what works, why and what’s next
Toronto, 20 – 23 October 2025
In partnership with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario
Lead the charge at IAGR2025 in Toronto
IAGR2025 is the premier conference for global gaming regulators and industry visionaries, uniting to foster a secure, dynamic, and responsible gaming industry.
The landscape of gaming regulation is continuously evolving, marked by technological revolutions and new regulatory challenges. In these transformative times, gathering as a community, sharing insights and forging pathways forward is more important than ever.
The conference promises an unforgettable experience from October 20 to 23, 2025.
The event will be held in partnership with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) at the Westin Harbour Castle, offering stunning waterfront views and a premier downtown Toronto location.
Stay tuned for registration details in early 2025
Venue
The venue for IAGR2025 is the Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto.
The waterfront hotel offers premium amenities and a prime location. Located in downtown Toronto, in the heart of the revitalised waterfront district, The Westin Harbour Castle offers direct access to many of Toronto’s most noteworthy sites and attractions, including Rogers Centre, Scotiabank Arena, CN Tower and Exhibition Place.
The hotel offers guests the use of a fitness studio, which offers yoga classes and a running concierge, and several dining destinations.
Conference format
Please note this format is a draft and subject to change
Day One – Monday 20 October
- Conference begins from 1pm
- Half a day of presentations with expert speakers
- Lunch and afternoon refreshments
- Opening Reception
Day Two – Tuesday 21 October
- Full conference day with expert speakers and panels
- Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea
- IAGR AGM
Day Three – Wednesday 22 October
- Full conference day with expert speakers and panels
- Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea
- Gala Dinner with International Regulatory Awards ceremony
Day Four – Thursday 24 October
- Half-day conference with expert speakers and panels
- Morning tea and final networking lunch
- Closing remarks
Call for speakers now open
Are you interested in speaking at IAGR2025?
Speaking at IAGR2025 is an opportunity to extend your reach and impact while provoking thinking and debate. If your expertise can guide how we navigate the evolving landscape of global gaming regulation, we want to hear from you. We’re looking for dynamic speakers and panellists to challenge norms and inspire action.
View the full list of topics and submission requirements in the Call for Speakers brochure.
Or click here to submit your presentation submission now.
Submissions close on 28 February 2025.
The must-attend event for global gaming regulation
Attending IAGR2025 isn’t just about world-class conference sessions and panels. You’ll also have the chance to connect and build relationships with global gambling regulators, industry stakeholders and thought leaders in person.
Networking opportunities include conference refreshment breaks, luncheons, the Opening Reception and the Gala Dinner.
‘The IAGR 2025 conference promises to be another unparalleled opportunity for our global community to come together, collaborate and shape the future of gaming regulation.
‘We’re looking forward to working with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario to bring it all together.’
– Ben Haden, IAGR President
What topics will be covered?
Over four days, you’ll hear about topics about resilient regulation including:
- AI and data analytics enhancing regulation and player protection
- Regulating emerging technologies
- Combating illegal gambling and cross-border enforcement
- Efforts to combat match-fixing and insider betting
- Risk-based supervision strategies
- Building effective international collaborations
- Responsible gambling innovation and harm minimisation
- Defining and measuring gambling harm
- Lessons from regulatory failures
- Gaming taxation and economic impacts
- Addressing organised crime and money laundering
- Positive behavioral insights and safer gambling approaches
- ESG frameworks in gambling regulation
- Cybersecurity in a digital gambling environment
- Regulating eSports gambling and ensuring integrity
- Tackling advertising challenges in changing public sentiment
- Blockchain, cryptocurrency and the future of payments
- Cybersecurity threats and opportunities
- Reducing regulatory burden and the cost of compliance
Speakers will be confirmed
In the meantime, here are some of the speakers from the 2024 conference in Rome.
Who are IAGR conferences for?
- Global gaming regulators
- Government stakeholders
- Gaming industry thought leaders
- Gaming industry researchers and academics
- Gaming lawyers
Improving the efficiency of gambling regulation on a global scale
IAGR was established to provide a voice for the global gaming regulatory industry and improve the efficiency of gambling regulation worldwide.
Our mission is to bring regulators together, facilitate meaningful conversations with local and international governments, and drive innovation and thought leadership to support the gaming regulation industry.
As a non-profit, every dollar from our membership and conference is reinvested into initiatives supporting our members.
We created our annual conference to allow you to tap into leading international perspectives and insights, enabling and empowering you to achieve world-class regulatory benchmarks at home.
The conference creates an unrivalled opportunity to network and build vital relationships with industry peers, operators and thought leaders each year.
The conference is now an unmatched event in the gaming regulation calendar.
With thanks to our conference partners and sponsors
Your investment
Prices to be confirmed when tickers go on sale
There are significant discounts on conference tickets for IAGR members.
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Moments from last year's IAGR conference in Rome
Frequently asked questions
Your questions, answered. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, contact us on iagr@iagr.org.
How do I buy a ticket to the conference?
Tickets will go on sale in the first few months of 2025. Check back here to get your early bird ticket prices.
Do I need a visa to enter Canada?
It’s essential to look into the rules of visiting Canada from your jurisdiction well before you travel.
Most people need a visa or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to travel to Canada – not both. Some people may only need their valid passport.
Head to this website to see what you need to arrange before you travel to Canada.
Where is the conference being held?
The conference will take place at the Westin Harbour Castle in downtown Toronto, Canada.
Where are the Opening Reception and Closing Reception held and how do I get there from the conference?
TBC
Where is the Gala Dinner held and how to I get there from the conference?
TBC
When does the conference open and close?
The conference is running from Monday 20 to Thursday 23 October, 2025. Exact timings TBC.
Can my organisations sponsor IAGR2025?
Please contact us on iagr@iagr.org to discuss sponsorship opportunities.
What do I need to bring with me to the conference?
We recommend bringing your laptop if you’re the kind of person who likes to type up notes. Bring your mobile phone so you can access the conference app and share your conference highlights on social media. Water, lunch and refreshments will be provided.
What’s the dress code?
The dress code for the conference and the Opening Reception is smart casual.
The Gala Dinner is formal, we suggest cocktail wear.
Do I need to bring a printed ticket?
No. We’ll have a list of who’s coming at the conference desk, and we’ll give you a name badge to wear throughout the conference.
Will there be internet access at the conference?
Yes, complimentary WiFi access will be available to all attendees. Details will be provided at the conference.
What’s included in my conference ticket?
Your conference ticket includes access to the full four-day conference.
This includes refreshments and lunch each day and access to the networking events including the Opening Reception and Gala Dinner.
Can my partner/spouse come with me to the social events?
Yes, there is a ticket option available for travel partners to attend the social events.
What hashtags should I use if I’m posting about the conference?
We’d love you to share key insights, photos and ‘aha!’ moments through your social media, particularly on LinkedIn. Please use #IAGR2025
Is there a conference app?
Yes. We will give ticketholders the details closer to the conference date.
Can I connect with other attendees before/after the conference?
Yes, the conference app includes the option to share your details with other attendees. You can use this to view other attendees and arrange your own meetings or chats.
Where should I stay?
The Westin Harbour Castle is the IAGR2025 conference venue. However, Toronto offers various accommodation options to suit different preferences and budgets.
We recommend booking your stay close to the conference venue.
What about the food and dietary requirements?
Morning, afternoon tea breaks with refreshments and lunch will be provided during the conference.
Refreshments will be available at the joint Opening Reception and a sit-down formal meal will be served at the Gala Dinner.
You can provide your dietary requirements when you register, and then feel free to reach out to us at iagr@iagr.org if anything changes.
Will the conference sessions be recorded?
No, this year we won’t be video recording the sessions.
I can no longer attend, can I get a refund?
If you can’t attend for any reason after buying your ticket, you can exchange your ticket with a colleague or get a refund.
I'm from a media outlet and I'd like to attend the conference, who should I speak to?
Please contact Carla Ellerby, IAGR’s Communications Manager, in the first instance.
What plug types are used in Canada?
In Canada there are two plug types, types A and B.
Plug type A is the plug which has two flat parallel pins and plug type B is the plug which has two flat parallel pins and a grounding pin. Canada operates on a 120V supply voltage and 60Hz.
Find out more about electrical outlets and voltage in Canada here.
What's the weather like in Toronto in October?
The weather in Toronto in October has a daytime average high temperature of 16°C. It could fall to 10°C on colder days with occasional frost. The nighttime temperature is likely to be around 5°C to 7°C on average.
Who do I contact for more information?
During the conference, we suggest you come and see us on the registration desk if you have any questions.
Before the conference, you can contact us on iagr@iagr.org.
Let's do this
By building a strong network of senior regulatory and industry leaders, we can improve the effectiveness of gambling regulation across the globe.
See you in Toronto.