Apply for a Super jackpot licence

Find information on how to apply for a licence and conduct and manage a super jackpot.

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Apply for your licence with the AGCO online using our self-service iAGCO portal. 

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Overview

A super jackpot event is a separately licensed bingo game that is part of a regular bingo event. Prizes are awarded based on completing a specific pattern within a certain number of numbers drawn. The designated number increases from event to event until someone wins the prize. Organizations that are eligible for a lottery licence can apply to host and manage super jackpot events.  

Only the AGCO can issue a licence for a super jackpot event.

Eligibility

You need a “charitable gaming eligibility” (CGE) number to apply for a super jackpot licence.  

To learn about applying for CGE, read the “Submitting your charitable gaming eligibility (CGE) application in iAGCO” page.

Note: Private and Public sector organizations that want to manage lottery events on behalf of United Way or Federated Health don’t need a CGE. However, you’ll need a letter of agreement with the United Way or Federated Health.

Determine the right licensing authority  

Find out whether you need to apply with the AGCO or your municipality to get the lottery licence you’re looking for. The licensing authority depends on where you are located, the expected prize amount, and the type of lottery.  

Determine the right licensing authority

Find out whether you need to apply with the AGCO or your municipality to get the lottery licence you’re looking for. The licensing authority depends on where you are located, the expected prize amount, and the type of lottery.  

Step 1: Prepare your application

Please have these items ready:

  • your organization's CGE number or the file number of your CGE application (if it’s in process)
    • if you’re managing a lottery event on behalf of the United Way or Federated Health, you don’t need a CGE number, but you do need a letter of agreement from the United Way or Federated Health  
  • game schedule
  • rules of play  
  • letter of agreement with the United Way or Federated Health (if applicable)
  • original letter of credit by mail for instances where the prize board is $10,000 or more
  • completed and signed Signature of Principals form (sample form is provided in iAGCO)

For more information, read the Super Jackpot Licence Guide. 

Step 2: Apply online

If you’re applying for the first time you need to set up an iAGCO account:

  1. Go to the iAGCO online portal.
  2. Click on Create a New Account at the top of the page.
  3. Complete all the details on the screen.  
  4. Confirm your account registration through the confirmation email iAGCO sends you.
  5. Make sure the mailing address you have given to AGCO is up to date.

When you have an iAGCO account set up:

  1. Log in to your iAGCO account.
  2. Click on the link to Start a New Application under New Applications.
  3. Select Charitable Gaming Lottery Licences on the New Application screen. Choose Super Jackpot Licence as the type of application on the following screen.
  4. Go through all the screens. Answer all the questions. Submit the documents the application asks for. 

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Step 3: Wait for a decision

Once you’ve submitted your application, the AGCO will review it. The AGCO makes every effort to process licence applications in a timely manner. We may ask for more information if we need to.

The AGCO will let you know when we’ve finished processing your application. If the AGCO approves your application, we’ll send you an e-mail with a link to get a copy of your licence through your iAGCO account. The AGCO will contact you if your application isn’t approved. 

Know your responsibilities

Once you’ve been approved for a licence, you need to conduct and manage your super jackpot responsibly. You must meet the Registrar’s Standards for your licence. You also must follow any related laws and regulations. This includes the Super Jackpot Licence Terms and Conditions and the Lottery Licence Terms and Conditions.  

Learn more about your responsibilities in the Responsibilities and resources section.    

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