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The Kahnawake Gaming Commission (KGC) has been a prominent regulatory authority since 1999, operating in the Mohawk Territory of Kahnawake, Quebec. As one of the pioneers in the iGaming industry, KGC offers interactive gaming licenses and regulates online casinos, poker rooms, and sportsbooks.
The KGC initially focused on land-based gaming but has since expanded into online gaming, regulated under Mohawk Internet Technologies and managed globally by Continent 8 Technologies. This expansion marked the KGC as one of the first jurisdictions worldwide to offer online gambling licenses.
Under Section 35a of the Kahnawake Gaming Law, the KGC has developed a robust regulatory framework designed to ensure fair, responsible, and lawful gaming operations. Their interactive gaming regulations focus on preventing criminal activity, ensuring timely payments to players, and maintaining confidentiality for user accounts.
Issued to approved hosting facilities in the Kahnawake territory. Since 1999, only Mohawk Internet Technologies holds this license.
This license is for entities that offer online gambling services, allowing them to host their operations within the KGC's jurisdiction.
For entities licensed in other jurisdictions like the MGA, allowing them to locate equipment and services in Kahnawake.
Granted to individuals performing managerial functions in licensed gambling businesses.
Allows software providers to offer interactive gambling solutions to casinos operating under the KGC’s jurisdiction.
To apply for a KGC license, businesses must submit a Client Provider Authorization (CPA) application along with a Business Entity Application Form and a Personal Information Form for each key person involved. The process includes several fees, such as:
The KGC plays a pivotal role in regulating online gambling within the Mohawk Territory of Kahnawake. Although its jurisdiction may be limited compared to larger regulators, it continues to provide a stable legal framework for online gaming operators.