In 2026, provincial data show that nearly 130,000 Ontarians are now identified as showing signs of problem gambling, and the number of suicides linked to gambling has risen to three times earlier levels following the expansion of online casino options.
The figures represent a sharp increase from 2018, when roughly 43,000 residents were reported with problem gambling behaviors. The growth of online casino platforms in the province is noted as a contributing factor to the rise.
CBC News reported the statistics, underscoring a growing public‑health concern in Ontario.