BetSIGA is targeted to launch in Spring of 2027, building on SIGA’s current iGaming success
November 3, 2026 – Saskatoon, SK – SIGA (Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority) has selected Bede Gaming (Bede) as its new online gaming platform provider. Together, SIGA and Bede will design, build and launch BetSIGA, which will be available through a responsive website and dedicated iOS and Android mobile apps.
“BetSIGA is an important next step in SIGA’s long-term digital gaming strategy,” said SIGA President & CEO Zane Hansen. “This will be our own platform, built with a partner that shares our commitment to safe, responsible and engaging play, and it will continue to share success with revenue distributed to support First Nation communities and Saskatchewan.”
Following a competitive procurement process, SIGA is positioned to launch its own branded online gaming experience, BetSIGA, in Spring of 2027. The new solution on the Bede Gaming platform is planned to replace the existing PlayNow platform, which SIGA has operated in Saskatchewan as the province’s only legally recognized online gaming platform since November 2022.
Players will be migrated to the new BetSIGA site to enjoy an enhanced digital experience, which will be customized to its Saskatchewan player base. BetSIGA will be built on open, modular technology designed to grow with player expectations, regulatory needs and SIGA’s digital strategy. It is designed to support data, loyalty and personalization opportunities over time, connecting digital play with SIGA’s broader gaming ecosystem. Safe and trusted play is central to the platform, with identity verification, geolocation, anti-money laundering, security, player protection and responsible gaming controls.
“This partnership extends far beyond technology implementation. It represents a significant opportunity to combine trusted technology, deep sector expertise and true operational collaboration. SIGA has a clear and ambitious vision for the future of gaming in Saskatchewan, and we are proud to support the team in building a connected digital ecosystem that will deliver exceptional player experiences and sustainable long-term value,” said Colin Cole-Johnson, Chief Executive Officer at Bede Gaming.
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About SIGA
SIGA operates the province’s only legal online gaming platform, as well as casinos in seven locations in Saskatchewan, including Dakota Dunes Resort & Casino on Whitecap Dakota First Nation near Saskatoon, the Northern Lights Casino on the Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation in Prince Albert, Gold Eagle Casino on the Mosquito First Nation in North Battleford, Living Sky Casino on the Nekaneet First Nation in Swift Current, the Painted Hand Casino on the Kahkewistahaw First Nation in Yorkton, the Bear Claw Casino on the White Bear First Nation near Carlyle and Gold Horse Casino on Little Pine Cree Nation in Lloydminster, as well as a Central Office located on Muskeg Lake Cree Nation in Saskatoon.
SIGA’s mission is to strengthen the lives of First Nation people through employment, economic growth, positive community relations and achieving financial self-reliance. A non-profit organization, all net profits from SIGA’s casino operations go to local First Nation communities, community development corporations and the province’s general revenue fund. Sharing Success with Saskatchewan communities. SIGA.ca
About Bede Gaming
Bede Gaming, part of the MERKUR GROUP, is a leading supplier of software to the online gambling industry, powering some of the sector’s biggest brands. Bede Gaming provides pioneering operators with innovative solutions to achieve significant digital growth across lottery, casino, sports betting and bingo.
The award-winning gaming platform developed by Bede processes billions of transactions per year. It is scalable, modular and adaptable with open API, allowing operators to use its bespoke tools to seamlessly integrate with any third-party software. The platform also integrates into land-based systems, offering a genuine omni-channel convergence solution. In addition to the platform, Bede provides native app and front-end development services, as well as a robust reporting toolkit all built on cutting-edge technology. Through Bede’s platform and services, international customers have been able to achieve significant, sustainable growth in highly competitive digital markets.
The Bede platform currently runs a portfolio of globally-renowned customer operators across five markets, including publicly listed and private gambling and lottery companies. Headquartered in Newcastle upon Tyne (UK), it is maintained by an international staff of 300 across 3 continents. Bede, which is certified to ISO 27001, is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board in South Africa (WCGRB), the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC), the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) and the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA).
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For more information, please contact:
Alanna Adamko, Director of Communications and Media Relations, SIGA
(306) 477-7575 | Alanna.Adamko@siga.sk.ca