B.C. Lotto Corp. Receives Responsible Gambling Protocols Appraisal

British Columbia Lottery Corporation has one more reason to celebrate the holiday season this year, as it recently received premium recognition. The World Lottery Association granted the Crown corporation Level 4 certification. This recognition is renowned for being the highest one when it comes to the gambling world.

It is no secret that the Crown corporation overseeing in-person and online gambling in British Columbia has put in tons of effort to improve the local field. Responsible gambling is crucial for the longevity and sustainability of each individual’s relationship with gambling. The recently awarded certification targets efforts aiming to protect players from gambling harm and teach them how to participate in it safely.

Level 4 Certification

This month is a special one for the British Columbia Lottery Corporation, as it bagged a recognition many lotteries strive to receive. The Level 4 certification coming from the renowned World Lottery Association uniting a large number of lottery corporations around the globe. The organization represents upwards of 140 lotteries from about 80 countries.

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This enables communication and collaboration, as well as motivates all members to strive for excellence and achieve more on a daily basis. All members of the association contribute a large portion of their net revenues for various charitable causes. British Columbia Lottery Corporation has worked hard to reach this level of proficiency when it comes to its responsible gambling policies and protocols in place.

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World Lottery Association’s Independent Assessment Panel under the Responsible Gambling Framework had the important task to highlight the lottery corporations eligible for Level 4 certification and British Columbia Lottery Corporation lived up to the expectations. The Crown corporation is one of the 13 lottery leaders across North America to receive premium recognition for ongoing efforts towards protecting players and minimizing the negative impact of gambling.

World Lottery Association

This recognition is being granted for the fourth consecutive year, showcasing the continuous nature of responsible-gambling policies fortification. Individuals hailing from British Columbia have the chance to benefit from the premium Player Education program in place. It aims to make it easier for them to develop a healthy relationship with gambling both in-person and online, while also taking into account lottery products.

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The program also educates individuals on the specifics of each gambling activity they have the chance to participate in. thus they get the chance to make an informed choice and acquire an in-depth understanding of the game they’re playing. Following a careful evaluation, the Independent Assessment Panel highlighted that the program has once again met the highest standards in the gambling field. But the recognition does not stop there, as there were more factors playing a role in the evaluation.

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The renowned across North America GameSense program has also received appraisal for its comprehensive nature and the positive impact it has had over the years. Moreover, British Columbia Lottery Corporation’s Voluntary Self-Exclusion program was also mentioned as a step in the right direction for players willing to take a break from gambling.