Stake is a crypto betting site and casino launched in 2017 and operated by Medium Rare N.V. Canadian players can enjoy the sportsbook, casino, live games, original games, and cryptocurrency payments. The Stake Canada site operates under a licence issued by the Curaçao Gaming Authority, licence number OGL/2024/1451/0918, making it fully legal and safe.
| Features | Details |
|---|---|
| Year of Foundation | 2017 |
| Owner | Medium Rare N.V. |
| License Number and Authority | Curaçao Gaming Authority (OGL/2024/1451/0918) |
| Address | Seru Loraweg 17 B, Curaçao |
| Age Restriction | 19+ (18+ in Alberta, Manitoba and Quebec) |
| Available Games and Events | 4,000+ casino games and 1,000+ sports betting events |
| Live Betting | Yes |
| Mobile App | PWA for Android and iOS |
| Language | English |
| Payment Methods | BTC, ETH, BNB, DOGE, USDT, DOT, BCH, LTC and others |
| Encryption | SSL encryption |
Yes, as we hold a Curaçao Gaming Authority licence OGL/2024/1451/0918, issued under the National Ordinance on Games of Chance (Landsverordening op de kansspelen, P.B. 2024, no. 157). Canadian players must also follow the Stake gambling rules that apply in their province. Players who are located in or reside in Ontario may not use Stake for betting.
| Reg. Number | 145353 |
| license number | OGL/2024/1451/0918 |
| Issued | 09/06/2025 |
| Status | Active as of Oct 07, 2026 |
Registered players can take part in regular bonuses and promotions to get bigger winnings. See the current ones below:
C$ 69,952
Stake vs Eddie is a weekly challenge where players try to beat Eddie’s target multiplier in a selected casino game. Everyone who reaches the required multiplier shares the $50,000 (69,952 CAD) prize pool.
C$ 139,904
The Daily Races promotion allows users to compete on a leaderboard through their regular bets. Each eligible bet adds points to the player’s position. The leaderboard resets every 24 hours, and Stake distributes $100,000 (139,904 CAD) in prizes daily.
C$ 104,928
The Weekly Raffle gives players one ticket for every $1,000 (1,399 CAD) wagered on eligible sports bets or casino games. Tickets are entered into the Saturday drawing, in which 15 winners split $75,000 (104,928 CAD) among themselves.
Reduced odds, safer bet
Players can select how many losing legs their bet can have and still receive a payout. Each additional level of protection reduces the fixed odds, so the final payout amount is displayed before the bet is placed.
C$ 209,856
Wheel Wars is available on selected Pragmatic Play games. Players bet on participating games for a chance to win Weekly Wheel Drops and qualify for the Saturday Tournament. As part of this promotion, a monthly prize pool of $150,000 (209,856 CAD) is available.
The NHL is one of the major hockey leagues on which you can place live and pre-match bets at Stake com. We offer bets on games throughout the regular season and the Stanley Cup Playoffs, including games featuring all seven Canadian NHL teams.
We cover all major hockey events, including:
Hockey bettors can choose from standard match markets as well as more specific options. Here are the main ones:
| Betting Market | Description |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Bet on which team will win the game |
| 1X2 | Predict a home win, draw, or away win in regulation time |
| Puck Line | Bet on a team to win after a goal handicap is added |
| Total Goals | Bet on how many goals the teams will score in total |
| Period Betting | Predict the result or total for a specific period |
| Player Props | Bet on individual results such as goals, assists, or points |
| Live Betting | Place bets during the game as odds and markets change |
CFL fans can follow the action on Stake, including the Grey Cup final. We cover the entire season, so players can place bets on regular-season games, playoff games, and the championship game, which will take place in November.
Here are the main football betting markets for the CFL available at Stake:
| Betting Market | Description |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Choose the team that will win the game |
| Point Spread | Bet on a team with a points handicap |
| Game Total | Bet on the combined number of points scored |
| Team Total | Predict how many points one team will score |
| Half Betting | Bet on the result or score in either half |
| Quarter Betting | Place a bet on a specific quarter |
In addition to hockey and football betting, the Stake sports section features dozens of other disciplines and thousands of daily events. Each sport is represented by official tournaments, leagues, and championships, allowing you to follow events at both the global and regional levels.
Lacrosse betting covers popular competitions such as the National Lacrosse League and Premier Lacrosse League. Depending on the match, players can bet on the winner, handicap, or total points.
Basketball is available year-round, from the NBA and WNBA to NCAA games and major European leagues. Popular bets include moneyline, point spread, totals, quarters, and player props.
The baseball section includes MLB games as well as leagues from Japan, South Korea, and other countries. Players can bet on the winner, run line, total runs, innings, and team totals.
Curling betting is available for major international tournaments, including World Curling events. The selection of markets is smaller than for hockey or basketball, and the bets mainly involve match winners and handicaps.
Stake covers ATP and WTA tournaments throughout the season, including all four Grand Slams. In addition to predicting the winner of the match, players can bet on individual sets, games, with a handicap, and totals.
Winter sports betting includes major skiing and snowboarding competitions during the season. Markets depend on the event and may include the outright winner, podium finish, and head-to-head results between selected athletes.
Motorsport betting covers Formula 1 and other major racing series. Players can make predictions for individual races or the full season, including the race winner, podium finish and qualifying results.
The Stake website has a separate section dedicated to racing. It features horse racing, greyhound racing, and harness racing, including events from Canada and other major regions.
Follow horse racing from around the world, from US and European tracks to meetings in Asia and Australia. Top events include the Kentucky Derby, Melbourne Cup, Dubai World Cup, and Epsom Derby. Choose simple bets or more advanced options like each-way, doubles, trebles, and accumulators.
Greyhound races take place throughout the day, so this section displays upcoming events and a countdown to each race. Players can view the page for an upcoming race, compare dogs and odds, and place a Stake bet before the event begins.
Harness racing on Stake includes events from Canada, the US, Australia, and other countries. Bettors can find races at Woodbine Mohawk Park and other tracks. Available betting options include Win, Place, Forecast, and Trifecta.
Stake has a separate eSports section for traditional competitive games and virtual sports. Players can find scheduled matches and live events from international tournaments and smaller competitions.
CrossFire betting mainly focuses on Asian competitions and popular events can include CrossFire Stars and regional leagues. Bets are available on match and map winners, handicaps, and total maps.
CS2 has one of the largest selections in the eSports section. We cover major events such as BLAST tournaments, ESL Pro League, IEM, and Majors. Players can bet on teams such as NAVI, Vitality, and Team Spirit, as well as individual maps and series results.
Dota 2 betting includes major international tournaments and regional competitions, such as The International, DreamLeague, and PGL events. Among the popular options are match winner, map winner, map handicap, and total maps.
You can bet on virtual American football matches that take place within the EA Sports game. These matches are significantly shorter than regular football games, so new matches are added quite frequently.
eCricket uses virtual cricket matches instead of games played on the field. Betting options vary by event and may include the winner, innings, and total runs.
FIFA Stake betting covers football matches played through EA Sports FC. Throughout the day, you’ll find short matches featuring major clubs and national teams. Common options include the match winner, total goals, handicaps, and both teams to score.
Warcraft III has a smaller betting schedule than CS2 or Dota 2, but matches from professional tournaments are still available. Players can bet on individual series and maps, including match winner, map winner, and handicap markets.
We provide Canadian users with plenty of Stake casino games. Currently, there are over 4,000 different titles for all tastes, including slot games, which are presented by dozens of well-known licensed providers. For your convenience, all games are organized into several sections.
Stake Originals are casino games developed exclusively for our website and powered by provably fair technology. Most games are easy to understand and load instantly on any device. Among them are:
Mines uses a 5×5 grid containing between 1 and 24 mines. Each safe cell increases the multiplier, and the player decides when to cash out. In addition to the original Stake Mines game, we also offer similar games from other providers:
Plinko is built around a pyramid of pins and multiplier slots. Players choose the number of rows and risk level, then drop the ball and wait to see where it lands. At Stake, you can choose from the following games:
Crash games are built around a rising multiplier. You place a bet, watch the multiplier grow, and cash out before the round ends. At Stake casino, you can play original crash games and other titles from the genre:
This category features games that players won’t find in the provider’s regular catalog. Many of them are new releases, as well as games that have become favorites among players, including:
Stake has more than 150 live casino games from providers such as Evolution and Pragmatic Play. Here you can watch the game via live broadcast in good quality and place bets using the virtual panel.
The roulette section includes traditional tables and versions with multipliers or other special features. Players can choose from games such as:
Live blackjack is available in several formats, including standard, speed, and tables with multipliers. The selection features games from Evolution and Pragmatic Play, including:
Baccarat players can join standard tables or choose faster and modified versions of the game. Available games include:
In game shows, the gameplay often revolves around wheels, multipliers, or bonus rounds, and a host accompanies players in real time throughout each round. Stake features games from Evolution and other major providers, including:
Bac Bo is a fast-paced dice game based on baccarat. Instead of cards, the winner is determined by two pairs of dice. Popular versions include:
Stake does not currently offer a separate mobile app for Android or iOS. Instead, players can install the site as a PWA directly from their browser. It opens from the home screen like a regular app and provides the same casino games, Stake sports betting, payments, promotions, and account features available on the main website.
See the table below to find out the minimum technical requirements for your device:
| Requirement | Android | iOS |
|---|---|---|
| OS Version | 11.0+ | 12.0 or newer |
| Storage Space | 10 MB | 10 MB |
| RAM | 1 GB + | 1 GB + |
| Internet | Stable Wi-Fi or mobile data | Stable Wi-Fi or mobile data |
| Installation | Google Chrome, Firefox, Edge | Safari |
| Download | Not required | Not required |
To start playing on Stake online and place your first bet, you’ll need to create an account and make a deposit.
Registration at Stake takes only a few minutes. Just follow the step-by-step instructions below:
Once your account is created, you can deposit funds and start betting at Stake. To do so, follow the steps below:
After making a deposit, players can choose an event and place their first sports bet. To do so, follow the steps below:
If you already have a Stake account, you can sign in at any moment, by following the steps below:
Click Login in the top-right corner of the website to open the sign-in form.
Provide your email or username linked to your account and type in your password.
Click Stake login to open your account and continue betting or playing casino games.
Cryptocurrency is one of the main payment methods on Stake. Players can deposit and withdraw supported cryptocurrencies directly through their wallet. Some cryptocurrencies support more than one blockchain network, so it’s important to select the correct network before sending funds.
Stake supports major cryptocurrencies, which are listed below:
The minimum deposit amount varies depending on the selected cryptocurrency.
Withdrawals on Stake take up to 24 hours via cryptocurrency. Each currency has its own minimum withdrawal amount and transaction fee.
We regularly host Stake casino Canada tournaments and promotions tied to major sporting events. The range of events changes throughout the year, so players can find a variety of activities depending on the current schedule. Among the current tournaments available on Stake are:
The Stake blog is regularly updated and covers the latest casino news, sports events, and account features.
The section highlights new Stake online casino games recently added to the website. It also includes detailed information about current bonuses and promotions so players can stay up to date on this week’s news.
Horse racing fans can find the latest news and predictions for upcoming races. The page is updated to reflect current races, making it easy to check the situation before placing a bet.
Stake Vault allows players to transfer funds from their main balance and store them there until they’re needed. This article explains how to deposit money into Stake Vault and withdraw it back to your balance.
We post information about current promotions and other important news on our official social media pages. Players can also find bonuses there from time to time.
We collaborate with a large number of athletes, sports organizations, teams, and international ambassadors, and the examples below are just a few of them:
Canadian rapper Drake has been partnering with Stake since 2022. He regularly appears on our live streams and participates in special community events. His name is also featured in giveaways and promotions available to players.
We’ve been partnering with the UFC since 2021 and serve as the official betting partner in select regions. You’ll find us at major UFC events. In addition, several UFC athletes partner directly with Stake.
Former Belgian national team captain Eden Hazard became a Stake ambassador after retiring from professional football. He promotes the brand in football campaigns and helps create content for fans.
Stake.World is the brand’s official merchandise store. The collection includes clothing and accessories such as the Stake World Hoodie, Feeling Lucky Tee, Varsity Jacket, and Stake Socks. New drops and photos from the collections are also posted on Instagram.
| Support | Details |
| Live Chat | Available 24/7 through the Stake website |
| support@stake.com | |
| Help Center | Visit Help Center 🡭 |
Stake is a legal betting site for Canadian players operated by Medium Rare N.V. It holds a license OGL/2024/1451/0918, issued by the Curacao Gaming Authority. We also use SSL encryption and offer two-factor authentication to protect players’ accounts and transactions.
Yes. Canadian players can use CAD payments in addition to cryptoсurrency.
Yes. Stake operates under a Curaçao licence and accepts players from supported Canadian provinces.
Players can share their promo link and earn commissions based on the betting activity of the users they invite.
No. The Stake F1 Team name was used by Sauber through the 2025 season.
Yes, players can select CAD for deposits and withdrawals in fiat currency.
No. We list Stake Ontario as a restricted jurisdiction, so players located in or residing there cannot use the website.
Yes. Eligible players can receive a birthday bonus via email. To qualify, they must have a verified email address.
No. The correct name of the platform operated by Medium Rare N.V. is “Stake”.
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