OLG Goes Live with Bede Gaming’s React Native Mobile App in Ontario

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Key Takeaways
- OLG’s React Native app serves 1M+ monthly Ontario users with zero disruption during the transition.
- The flexible, single-build architecture reduces costs and gives OLG greater control over its mobile product.
- Integrated geolocation technology ensures provincial compliance by restricting access to eligible Ontario users only.
The Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation (OLG) has launched a new mobile app built on Bede Gaming’s React Native framework. The app serves over one million monthly users on OLG.ca across Ontario and is designed for fast, seamless cross-device performance. The transition was well managed, with no disruption reported for existing players.
How Bede Gaming’s React Native Framework Powers OLG’s Scalable Mobile Experience
The new app uses a lightweight, data-efficient structure, maintaining high performance across devices, even during peak traffic periods. Its flexible architecture supports a single build across all device types, meaning updates and improvements can be deployed quickly and consistently.
The scalable framework reduces costs and simplifies future development for OLG. Operators can also customize the mobile experience through a self-managed system, giving OLG greater control over its digital product. The app integrates directly with Bede’s platform capabilities, including its in-house product suite and third-party services. This accessibility eliminates the need for additional integration steps and accelerates time-to-market.
How OLG Meets Compliance and Responsible Gaming Obligations Across Ontario
OLG’s app includes geolocation technology powered by mkodo’s GeoLocs product, supporting accurate location management across Ontario.
As online gambling in Canada is regulated at the provincial level by bodies such as the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), this feature helps OLG meet its compliance obligations and supports the corporation’s responsible gaming commitments.
The technology ensures that only eligible users within Ontario can access the platform.
OLG and Bede Gaming on Growth, Efficiency, and a Seamless Mobile Transition
Dave Pridmore, Chief Gaming Officer at OLG, said: “We’re delighted with how quickly and efficiently the transition to Bede’s React Native app has been, and the fact there’s been no disruption for our existing OLG.ca players speaks volumes about the impressive teamwork shown on both sides. The intuitive experience built and well-considered support are representative of the high quality of work we’ve come to expect from our partners at Bede Gaming. As OLG continues to prioritise our players’ experiences and expectations, we look forward to implementing even more market-leading enhancements throughout our ongoing digital growth.”
Andrew Humphreys, Chief Product Engineering Officer at Bede Gaming, added: “The successful roll-out of our React Native App is testament to Bede’s continued commitment to our partnership with OLG and further proof of the passion we have for providing operational efficiencies to their team. Our flexible and cost-efficient solution will empower OLG to expand their outreach and capabilities in the mobile-first market.”
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