📜 Historical Overview of Casino Online in Quebec
🕰️ Early Developments (1990 – 2000)
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Year Event 1994 Quebec government introduces the **Lotterie et Course du Québec** (now Loto-Québec) to regulate gaming. 1996 Loto-Québec launches its first online gambling site, marking the start of online casinos in the province.
🎰 Expansion and Regulation (2001 – 2010)
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Year Event 2007 Launch of **Espacejeux.com**, the first fully regulated online gambling site in Quebec. 2009 The Quebec government increases its efforts to combat illegal online gambling and enhance online player protection.
📈 Modern Era and Innovations (2011 – 2020)
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Year Event 2016 Quebec rolls out **live dealer games** to enhance user experience on Espacejeux.com. 2019 Loto-Québec partners with software providers to offer a wider variety of slot and table games online.
🌐 The Current Landscape (2021 – Present)
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Year Event 2021 Introduction of **mobile gaming** platforms, allowing players to access online casinos via smartphones. 2023 A surge in popularity for **cryptocurrency gambling**, with increased discussions on regulation.
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