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Senators Push for Ban on Sports Betting Ads

11/24/2025

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Canadian senators Percy Downe and Marty Deacon urge the federal government to ban advertising for sports betting.
They argue constant exposure to gambling ads influences people, especially youth, to gamble.
A CBC Marketplace report says sports fans see gambling ads about three times per minute during broadcasts.
Some MPs back a full ban.
Others, like Sean Casey (MP), favor reduced advertising through Bill S-211 now progressing in Parliament.

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Story summary

Canadian senators Percy Downe and Marty Deacon urge the federal government to ban advertising for sports betting.
They argue constant exposure to gambling ads influences people, especially youth, to gamble.
A CBC Marketplace report says sports fans see gambling ads about three times per minute during broadcasts.
Some MPs back a full ban.
Others, like Sean Casey (MP), favor reduced advertising through Bill S-211 now progressing in Parliament.