Summary of Results 2025-26
Who Does What
Behind every regulated lottery ticket, game, and casino experience there is a network of organizations working together to keep gaming in Nova Scotia responsible, well-managed, and focused on the well-being of Nova Scotians. Learn more about the roles we each play in supporting a regulated gaming industry that delivers entertainment, accountability, and benefits for communities across the province.
Our Pillars of Social Responsibility
Nova Scotia Gaming’s Social Responsibility Charter is the foundation of our commitment to Nova Scotians.
Where the Money Goes
$149.7 million
$176.5 million
$33.5 million
$118.3 million
Taxes (less payroll taxes) (5%): $24.2 million
Community Contributions (2%): $11.2 million
Prevention, Education & Treatment (1%): $7.0 million
Where the Money Comes From
This chart reflects Total Revenue that agrees with NSGC’s financial statements.
$370.8 million
Total net revenue
$160.9 million
$117.8 million
$92.0 million
Delivering Results
Every dollar of profit generated through regulated gaming in Nova Scotia stays here in our province, helping support programs, services, and initiatives that matter to Nova Scotians, including healthcare, education, infrastructure, culture, and sport.
In 2025-26, regulated gaming generated a Payment to Province of
Outcomes & Performance Measures
Net sales
Target:
$381.3 million
Outcome:
$370.8 million
Net revenue was lower than expected primarily due to under performance in Video Lottery, low demand in draw games, Scratch’N Win, and Sports, partially offset by strong performance in iCasino.
Payment to Province
Target:
$177.9 million
Outcome:
$176.5 million
Payment to Province was slightly below target due primarily to lower-than-expected Video Lottery performance.
Economic Impact
$33.5
Million in retailer commissions
929
Ticket lottery retailers
231
Video lottery retailers
$24.8
Million in wages and benefits
$7.0
Million in prevention, education and treatment.
460+
Nova Scotians directly employed in the gaming industry
Operations
Nova Scotia Gaming is responsible for the conduct and management of regulated gaming in Nova Scotia. We provide strategic oversight to help ensure gaming is delivered responsibly, effectively, and with strong accountability.
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Community Programs
Nova Scotia Gaming supports community programs and initiatives across the province because we believe good corporate citizenship starts with investing in people and communities.
Support4Sport helps amateur athletes, coaches, officials, and community sport organizations reach their full potential.
MILLION
contributed this year
201
athletes supported
101
coaches/officials supported
74
community sport organizations supported
Since Inception
The program has contributed more than
MILLION
invested in amateur sport across Nova Scotia
163,000+
NOVA SCOTIANS IMPACTED ANNUALLY
Haley McDonald
Basketball Coach, Port Williams, Nova Scotia
“My first love will always be basketball. Coaching lets me stay engaged and, more importantly, puts women in positions of leadership so girls and boys can see it’s possible here.”
Support4Culture invests in Nova Scotia’s artists, creators, and cultural organizations, helping strengthen and celebrate the province’s vibrant cultural sector.
MILLION
Contributed this year
450
projects supported
73.3%
of Nova Scotians support revenue going to this program
Since Launching
in 2013 more than
MILLION
invested in arts, culture, and heritage initiatives across Nova Scotia
Sarah Prosper
Artist, Eskasoni, Nova Scotia
“When people look for healing, they look to sport, culture, art, and recreation. Support4Culture provides an opportunity for people to be seen.”
Support4Communities helps community organizations increase their impact and strengthen local fundraising efforts.
THOUSAND
Contributed this year.
$106,312
Thousand raised this year by organizations with NSGC’s help
178
Casino Night events since inception
Since Inception,
with NSGC’s help, organizations have raised
MILLION
Thank You!
Thank you to our players, partners, retailers, operators, and community organizations for helping support a responsible and well-regulated gaming industry in Nova Scotia.
For more information visit gamingns.ca
Social Responsibility
At Nova Scotia Gaming, we work to support a regulated gaming industry that balances entertainment with player well-being, strong oversight, and long-term sustainability.
Over the past year, we worked closely with our operating partners, Atlantic Lottery and Casino Nova Scotia, along with more than 1,160 retailers and business owners across the province to help ensure gaming is delivered responsibly and thoughtfully.
Our commitment to social responsibility means supporting a trusted and well-regulated gaming industry, helping players make informed decisions about their play, and creating positive impacts in communities across the province.