Terms & Conditions
OBSERVE: Clear terminology is necessary for legal certainty across Ontario and the Rest of Canada (RoC).
EXPAND: Dual-operator model, provincial-age variations, and bonus/accounting distinctions are material.
REFLECT: The following terms apply throughout:
- Operator: For Ontario residents, VHL Ontario Limited (registered with iGaming Ontario/AGCO, certificate 0805128). For Canadian residents outside Ontario (RoC), Virtual Digital Services Limited (licensed by the Malta Gaming Authority, MGA/CRP/543/2018). Collectively, "we," "us," or "our."
- Site/Services: The online gaming platform and related services available at https://william-hill-ca.com.
- User/Player/You: A natural person who opens or uses an account on the Site.
- Account: A registered personal account enabling participation in gaming services.
- Bet/Wager/Stake: Monetary participation in a game or event offered on the Site.
- Real Money Balance: Cash funds you deposit or win without restrictions.
- Bonus/Bonus Funds: Promotional value credited under specific conditions.
- Wagering Requirement: The multiple of bonus (or bonus+deposit, as stated) that must be staked before withdrawing restricted funds.
- Eligible Jurisdiction: The Canadian province/territory where you are physically present and legally permitted to play.
- KYC/Verification: Know-Your-Customer checks including identity, age, residence, affordability/source-of-funds.
- Payment Method: A deposit/withdrawal instrument owned and controlled by you.
- Chargeback: A reversal request initiated through your payment provider.
- Self‑Exclusion/RG Tools: Responsible gambling measures that restrict access or spend.
- Dormant Account: An account with no login or wager activity for at least 12 consecutive months.
Account Registration
OBSERVE: Canadian age and identity rules vary; Ontario imposes additional geolocation and iGO/AGCO standards.
EXPAND: Single-account policy, accurate data, KYC, and security controls are core to AML and consumer protection.
REFLECT: Registration requirements:
- Eligibility & age: You must be physically located in an Eligible Jurisdiction and of legal gambling age. Ontario: 19+. RoC: the legal age in your province (18 or 19). You must not be self-excluded or prohibited.
- Process: Create one personal account; verify email/mobile; complete KYC by providing government-issued ID, proof of address, and-when requested-source-of-funds/affordability documents. Ontario users must permit geolocation checks during play.
- User obligations: Provide accurate, current information; keep credentials confidential; use only your own payment methods; promptly update details. You are responsible for activity under your login.
- Verification & limits: We may suspend or restrict deposits, bets, and withdrawals until KYC is complete. We may request additional information to meet AML, sanctions/PEP, and risk obligations.
- Single account policy: One account per person, household, IP/device. Duplicate accounts may be closed and bonuses voided.
- Security: Enable strong passwords and any offered multi-factor authentication. Notify support immediately of suspected compromise.
Betting & Gameplay Rules
OBSERVE: Fairness, settlement integrity, and conduct standards are required by AGCO/iGO and industry norms.
EXPAND: Include staking parameters, bet acceptance/cancellation, live casino etiquette, and anti-fraud controls.
REFLECT: Gameplay conditions:
- Placing bets: Bets are accepted when confirmed by our servers. Minimum/maximum stakes and eligible games appear in the game UI and may vary by user, game, and jurisdiction.
- Modification/cancellation: Once placed, bets cannot be changed or cancelled by you. We may void bets for palpable error, technical fault, or regulatory reasons; voided bets are returned to the Real Money Balance.
- Settlement: Results are determined by the game's rules/RNG or the official event result. In case of data feed or display errors, the underlying game outcome prevails.
- Interruptions: If you disconnect after a bet is placed, the round completes on our servers; on reconnection you can view the result. If a round cannot complete due to a system failure, the bet is voided and funds returned.
- Conduct: Collusion, bots/automation, advantage-play exploiting faults, chip-dumping, multi-accounting, or abusive chat (insults, threats, discrimination, spam) are prohibited and may lead to suspension, bet voiding, and fund seizure where permitted by law.
- Live casino & chats: Be respectful; do not share personal data; follow dealer instructions; no promotional postings or solicitation.
Bonus Terms
OBSERVE: Promotional fairness and transparency are mandatory; Ontario restricts inducement advertising off-site.
EXPAND: Define activation, wagering, time limits, game contributions, prohibited practices, and promotion stacking.
REFLECT: Unless a specific promotion states otherwise, the following default rules apply:
- Eligibility & activation: Bonuses are available only where legally permitted and as displayed on-site (Ontario: inducements are shown only on the Site or after login). Opt-in or bonus code may be required.
- Wagering requirement: The promotion page specifies the requirement and whether it applies to bonus or bonus+deposit. If not specified, the bonus is non-withdrawable until 35x the bonus amount is wagered.
- Timeframe: Unless stated otherwise, wagering must be completed within 7 days from grant; unused/unfinished bonuses expire thereafter.
- Max bet while wagering: Unless stated otherwise, the maximum eligible bet is C$5 per spin/hand or 10% of the bonus amount, whichever is lower.
Game contribution (default)
| Game type | Contribution to wagering |
|---|---|
| Most slots (non-jackpot) | 100% |
| Table games (RNG) | 10% |
| Live casino | 10% |
| Jackpot slots, craps, virtual sports | 0% |
- Restricted play: Low-risk or hedged betting, equal/near-equal bets, "safe" strategies, or wagering on excluded games while completing requirements is prohibited.
- Combining promotions: Promotions cannot be combined unless expressly allowed. Bonus funds are staked after Real Money unless stated otherwise.
- Abuse & consequences: Bonus abuse (multi-accounting, using VPN/proxy to bypass geo-controls, coordinated play) may result in cancellation of bonuses, confiscation of bonus-derived winnings, and account action where lawful.
Regional Compliance Note: Ontario users see inducements only on-site or after login; off-site advertising of bonuses is not offered.
Payments & Withdrawals
OBSERVE: Payment options, limits, fees, timelines, and refund rules must align with AML and provincial standards.
EXPAND: Clarify method availability by province, KYC dependency, chargebacks, and crypto position.
REFLECT: Financial terms:
- Methods: Supported methods vary by jurisdiction and account status and are shown in the Cashier. Common options include Visa/Mastercard cards, Interac e‑Transfer, online banking/bank transfer, and selected e‑wallets where available. Cryptocurrency is not supported for Canadian customers (including Ontario).
- Ownership: Use only payment methods held in your name. We may require proof of ownership.
- Deposits: Minimum/maximum deposit limits appear in the Cashier and may vary by method and verification status. Funds are credited when confirmed by the provider.
- Withdrawals: We pay out to the original deposit method when possible. Processing begins after KYC and any required security checks are complete. Typical internal review is up to 24-72 hours; delivery times depend on the method (e.g., e‑wallets: near-instant after approval; cards/bank: 1-5 business days). Additional time may be needed for regulatory or fraud reviews.
- Fees: We do not charge withdrawal fees; your bank or provider may. Currency conversion fees may apply.
- Funds protection: Player funds are maintained in segregated accounts in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements (including iGO/AGCO standards in Ontario and MGA rules outside Ontario).
- Refunds & chargebacks: Erroneous or voided bets are returned to your Real Money Balance. Chargebacks may lead to account suspension, reversal of winnings, recovery of costs, and reporting to authorities where required.
- Bonuses: Bonus funds are non-withdrawable until requirements are met; withdrawing before completion may forfeit remaining bonus and related winnings unless the promotion states otherwise.
Limitation of Liability
OBSERVE: Operators must ensure fairness while limiting exposure to technical and third-party risks.
EXPAND: State obligations, exclusions, and cap aligned with consumer protection laws.
REFLECT: Liability framework:
- Our obligations: We will provide the Services with reasonable skill and care, settle bets according to the published rules, and use certified RNG/game outcomes as applicable.
- Exclusions: To the extent permitted by law, we are not liable for: interruptions or delays caused by internet/service-provider failures, device incompatibility, force majeure, unauthorized access resulting from your failure to secure credentials, or obvious/palpable errors corrected in good faith.
- Cap: Our maximum aggregate liability for any single event or series of related events is limited to the amount of the bet or the amount you paid to participate in the specific transaction giving rise to the claim, whichever is applicable, except where a higher minimum is required by law.
- Non-excludable liability: Nothing in these Terms limits liability for fraud, fraudulent misrepresentation, or any liability that cannot legally be excluded or limited under applicable law.
Intellectual Property Rights
OBSERVE: Content, software, and brand assets require protection.
EXPAND: Prohibit copying, reverse engineering, and unauthorized distribution.
REFLECT: All Site content, software, code, design, trademarks, and logos (including william-hill-casino-canada and related marks) are owned by or licensed to the Operator and its group (including Evoke plc affiliates). You may use the Services for personal, non-commercial purposes only. You must not copy, modify, distribute, publicly display, reverse engineer, or create derivative works from any part of the Services without our prior written consent. Any unauthorized use terminates your limited license to access the Site.
Privacy & Data Protection
OBSERVE: Data processing must comply with applicable privacy laws (e.g., PIPEDA; and, for MGA operations, GDPR where applicable).
EXPAND: Reference the governing policy and cross-border processing.
REFLECT: We process your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy available on william-hill-ca.com. The Policy explains categories of data, purposes (including verification, AML, fraud prevention, and responsible gambling), legal bases, retention, international transfers, and your rights. Where required, we rely on appropriate safeguards for cross-border transfers.
Changes to Terms
OBSERVE: Users must be notified of updates and may opt to discontinue use.
EXPAND: Outline notice methods and acceptance mechanics.
REFLECT: We may update these Terms to reflect legal, technical, or business changes. We will notify you via in-account notice/banner and/or email (if available). Material changes will take effect no sooner than the date specified in the notice. Continued use after the effective date constitutes acceptance. If you disagree, stop using the Services and request withdrawal of your Real Money Balance (subject to verification and applicable rules).
Termination & Suspension
OBSERVE: Operators must manage compliance risks while protecting user funds.
EXPAND: Define grounds, process, and post-closure handling.
REFLECT: We may suspend or close your account if: (a) you breach these Terms or game rules; (b) KYC/AML checks fail or are not completed; (c) fraud, collusion, chargeback, abuse, or prohibited conduct is suspected; (d) responsible gambling/self-exclusion requires it; (e) required by regulators or law. Where lawful and practicable, we will provide notice of the reason. Upon closure, Real Money funds (net of legitimate charges/chargebacks/adjustments) will be returned to a verified payment method. Bonuses and bonus-derived winnings may be cancelled. Dormant accounts may incur a reasonable monthly administrative fee (not exceeding the remaining Real Money Balance) after advance notice, as permitted by law.
Governing Law & Jurisdiction
OBSERVE: Dual-operator structure necessitates tailored governing law and venue.
EXPAND: Provide clear, province-based allocation and regulatory escalation path.
REFLECT:
- Ontario users: These Terms are governed by the laws of Ontario and the laws of Canada applicable therein. Disputes should first be raised with us. If unresolved, you may escalate in accordance with iGaming Ontario/AGCO complaint processes. Courts of Ontario have non-exclusive jurisdiction, subject to mandatory dispute mechanisms under applicable regulations.
- RoC users (outside Ontario): These Terms are governed by the laws of Malta, subject to any mandatory consumer law protections of your province or territory. The courts of Malta have non-exclusive jurisdiction, without prejudice to your non-waivable statutory rights.
Contact Information
OBSERVE: Provide verified contact channels; integrate known regulatory and corporate details.
EXPAND: Distinguish support vs. legal notices; avoid unverified data.
REFLECT:
- Website: https://william-hill-ca.com (official for Canadian market).
- Customer support (Ontario): +1 833 677 8890 (toll-free). Availability may vary; follow on-site instructions for hours and authentication.
- Email: Not specified. Please use the on-site support tools or phone.
- Mailing address (legal notices): Not specified as of 2025-10-29. For Ontario matters, the operating entity is VHL Ontario Limited (registered with iGaming Ontario/AGCO, certificate 0805128). For RoC matters, the operating entity is Virtual Digital Services Limited (MGA/CRP/543/2018). Please contact support to obtain the current address and addressing instructions before sending legal documents.
- Corporate group: Part of the Evoke plc group (formerly 888 Holdings plc).
Regulatory Disclosure: Ontario: VHL Ontario Limited is listed by iGaming Ontario/AGCO (certificate 0805128). RoC: Virtual Digital Services Limited holds MGA licence MGA/CRP/543/2018. Status verified as of 2025-10-29.