Loto-Québec reports an increase in revenue in Q1
Revenue was up 11 per cent in year-on-year terms.
Canada.- The provincial lottery operator Loto-Québec has posted revenue of CAD$766.5m (US$555.9m) and consolidated net income of CAD$384.4m (US$278.5m) for Q1 of its fiscal year 2025-2026. The figures represent year-on-year increases of 11 per cent and 9.9 per cent, respectively.
Between April 1 and June 30, lottery product revenues amounted to CAD$236.3m (US$171.2m). That’s an increase of 7.8 per cent year-on-year. Casino and gaming hall sector revenues were CAD$323.4m (US$234.3m) and gaming establishment revenues CAD$212.2m (US$153.7m), up 17.6 per cent and 5.7 per cent, respectively.
The lottery sector paid out CAD$430m (US$311.5m) in prizes to winners. During the quarter, Loto-Québec introduced table games in gaming halls, launched a new inter-location progressive jackpot for poker and added an optional wager in blackjack.
Loto-Québec president and CEO Jean-François Bergeron said: “We’re sustaining last year’s momentum and posting increased results after one quarter thanks to our teams’ steady commitment, efficiently managing several simultaneous initiatives.
“We’ve made some exciting announcements this quarter, including the conference centre expansion at the Hôtel-Casino du Lac-Leamy, which will help reinforce Gatineau’s position as a top business tourism destination. Another announcement was the return of a highly popular comedy event on the grounds of the Hôtel-Casino de Charlevoix resort—Loto-Québec fait son Juste pour rire—that enhances this beautiful region’s entertainment offering.
“Our digital platform continued gaining traction with increased results for both lottery and casino games. This success stems from a diversified, up-to-date and responsible offering. It’s a promising start to the year, and I’m convinced we’ll continue delivering results that will make us all proud since they benefit all of Québec.”
