How much money does OLG generate and how is that money used?
The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation Act, 1999 directs gaming proceeds to provincial hospitals, sport, recreational and cultural activities, and to charitable organizations and non-profit corporations through the Ontario Trillium Foundation, and other government priority programs such as health care and education. In the 2004/05 business year, OLG generated approximately $2 billion in proceeds that were allocated by the Province of Ontario, including: • $1.5 billion to hospitals • $334 million to general government priorities such as health care and education • $100 million to the Ontario Trillium Foundation • $36 million to problem gambling In addition to these public benefits, shares of OLG revenues were also directed to support other sectors, including: • $300 million to Ontario’s horse racing industry • $105 million to Ontario First Nations • $75 million to municipalities hosting OLG gaming sites For more information: Where the Money Goes.
