Regulated Activities
The Six Nations Gaming Commission (SNGC) serves as the primary regulatory body, licensing and overseeing all gaming activities within the Six Nations of the Grand River territory that have received endorsement from the Six Nations Elected Council. To ensure community protection and game integrity, any organization or entity intending to host these activities must obtain a verified SNGC license before any sanctioned play commences.
Bingo Hall
A community-based game of chance where participants mark cards as objects bearing corresponding numbers are drawn to complete designated patterns.
Who typically conducts it
The Six Nations Development Corporation.
License type
Bingo Hall License.
Electronic Bingo Machines
Electronic instruments that replicate the characteristics of bingo through computerized random number generators and linked software programs.
Who typically conducts it
The Six Nations Bingo Hall.
License type
Electronic Bingo Machines License.
Radio Bingo
A form of bingo conducted over a radio frequency where players at home verify their cards against the caller’s announcements.
Who typically conducts it
Local radio stations such as CKRZ or Jukasa.
License type
Radio Bingo License.
Toy Bingo
Community events often held at gathering places where participants play bingo to win toys or household merchandise prizes.
Who typically conducts it
Six Nations Schools and community groups.
License type
Toy Bingo License.
Nevada / Break Open Tickets
Instant-win lottery tickets featuring paper tabs that players pull to reveal symbols and potential prizes.
Who typically conducts it
Authorized non-profit organizations.
License type
Nevada License.
50/50 Draws
A straightforward lottery scheme where half of the ticket proceeds go to the winner and the remaining half supports the organizer.
Who typically conducts it
Local sports organizations and community groups.
License type
50/50 License.
Raffles
Games of chance where winners are selected through a random draw of purchased tickets to receive specific prizes or goods.
Who typically conducts it
Sponsoring non-profit or charitable organizations.
License type
Raffle License.
Find the Joker
A progressive draw where participants purchase tickets for the chance to locate a hidden Joker card within a sealed deck. The jackpot accumulates until the card is found.
Who typically conducts it
Community organizations and charitable groups.
License type
Find the Joker License. Licensed at $20 per draw.
Chase the Ace / Large Money Draw
High-stakes progressive lotteries or large-scale bingo sessions featuring substantial accumulating jackpots or prizes exceeding $50,000.
Who typically conducts it
Community sports programs and major fundraising initiatives.
License type
Large Money Draw / Chase the Ace
Monte Carlo Community Events
Fundraisers featuring casino-styled entertainment games like blackjack or roulette played for chips rather than direct cash payouts.
Who typically conducts it
Non-profit community organizations.
License type
Monte Carlo – Casino Night License.
Public Places of Amusement / Fairs / Carnivals
Gaming activities and lotteries hosted as integrated attractions within larger community exhibitions or seasonal events.
Who typically conducts it
Local fair committees and event organizers.
License type
Fair / Special Events License.