BC Casino Age Requirements: Full List 2026

British Columbia's casino age limits ensure responsible gaming in 2026. Most venues enforce 19+, but nuances apply to lotteries and online play. This list breaks down rules across casinos, tracks, and digital platforms for clarity.

Gateway Casinos (Surrey, Langley)

Fact: Standard 19+ entry. ID checked at Key: Gateway Casinos (Surrey, Langley)
Standard 19+ entry. ID checked at door.
  • Play: Slots, tables.
  • Bingo: 19+ only
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Grand Villa Casino (Burnaby)

  • Poker room: 19+ tournaments.
  • Sportsbook: Bets 19+
19+ for all gaming floors. Smoking lounge 19+.

River Rock Casino Resort (Richmond)

  • High-limit: 19+.
  • Show theatre: 19+ with gambling
Largest in BC, 19+ policy strict.

Parq Vancouver

  1. Live entertainment: All ages pre-10 PM.
  2. Casino floor: 19+
Dual towers, 19+ gaming.

Element Casino Victoria

  • BCLP tracks: 19+ pari-mutuel
19+ for slots/tables.

Online BC Gambling

  • Lotteries: 19+.
  • iGaming: 19+
PlayNow.com: 19+.

Exceptions and Fines

  1. ID types: Driver's, passport.
  2. Military ID accepted
Underage entry: Banned 1 year, fines $500+.

2026 Updates

No changes; enhanced facial recognition.
No changes; enhanced facial recognition.
2026 Updates
No changes; enhanced facial recognition.
  • Temp IDs: Not accepted.
  • Guests: 19+ policy

Alternatives for 18+

Bingo halls some 18+; horse racing
off-track 18+.
Alternatives for 18+
Bingo halls some 18+; horse racing off-track 18+.