We’ve given you the lowdown on the legality of Quebec sports betting and explored some of the top Quebec sportsbooks that are available to bettors. But there is a lot more to the world of sports betting than this. Sports betting can be complicated, even if you are relatively experienced, but we are here to clear up some of the different confusing aspects of sports betting bettors might struggle with.
In this section, we’re going to explore everything you need to know about getting started with betting in Quebec. We’ll break down how to create an account, banking, popular sports in Quebec to bet on, and more. Let’s get started with a breakdown of how to open an account.
- Step One: Research. This is an important step when deciding what bookmaker to use. Research the different options, and read reviews from users and gambling experts (like us). This will give you a sense of what sportsbook is best for you.
- Step Two: Visit the Sportsbook. Scroll around the website, and decide if you like the look of it. Once you’ve done this, click the register/sign-up tab.
- Step Three: Input Information. Input the required information to create an account on the betting site. This will include your address, contact details, and more. Don’t worry; if you are using a licensed operator, your info is safe.
- Step Four: Begin Betting. Once you’ve created an account, you are good to go.
Banking
Before you can start wagering, you’re going to need to fill out your account, and once you’ve finished wagering, you’ll want to empty your account. The process of depositing and withdrawing with a bookmaker is known as banking. Many Quebec and Canadian bettors get the jitters when it comes to banking, but the reality is, with the right bookmaker, it should be a smooth, safe, and secure process.
Every bookmaker will accept different transaction methods. Whether they are in Ontario, British Columbia, or Quebec, sportsbooks tend to accept several kinds of transaction methods to give bettors some diversity of choice with their deposits or withdrawals.
Each transaction method will have different speeds, minimum and maximum deposit amounts, and associated benefits or drawbacks. Let’s look at some of the most common transaction options you are likely to see across the Quebec sports betting market.
- Credit/Debit: This is the most common transaction option for bettors in Quebec. Bettors simply input their card details, and the money they deposit arrives in their account within minutes. Credit/debit cards tend to have low minimum and high maximum deposit amounts but take longer because they involve third parties.
- Interac: Interac is an option Canadians love to use, and it is definitely a hit with Quebec sports bettors. Bettors simply Interac e-transfer the sportsbook, and the money reaches their account. Minimum/maximums and transaction speed for this option tend to be similar to credit/debit transactions.
- E-Wallet: E-Wallets are virtual wallets that store people’s money and sportsbooks accept transactions from many different kinds of these e-wallets. Transactions tend to be fast with this option because there are no third parties, but some sportsbooks won’t let bettors use these transaction methods for bonuses.
- Cryptocurrency: Cryptocurrency is a virtual form of currency powered by revolutionary blockchain technology. Some sportsbooks in Quebec accept this transaction option, and crypto transactions tend to be incredibly fast.
Your banking transaction preference will depend on your own unique needs. Be warned; it is often significantly faster to deposit than to withdraw. Withdrawing can often require identity verification, and that takes sportsbooks several days to sort through.
Mise-O-Jeu is a sportsbook that has limited deposit options. While it is provincially-ran, which benefits bettors, their deposit options won’t match many competitors. Their primary options are debit/credit, Interac, and online bill payment.
Popular Sports to bet on in Quebec
As we’ve mentioned, Quebec sports fans are intense. They love their sports, and they are incredibly passionate, which contributes to this province being one of the best places to live for sports fans and bettors. If you want to place bets on Quebec sports, you’ll have many options.
Typically, sportsbooks will cover dozens of different sports, with multiple leagues within each sport available. You can find all the popular sports in Quebec available on a typical betting website. Let’s look at the different sports that are popular with Quebec residents that you will find in typical Quebec sportsbooks.
- Hockey: When you talk about sports in Quebec, everything starts and ends with hockey. Quebec residents love their hockey, with the Montreal Canadiens an iconic NHL franchise that is worshipped by residents across the province. Hockey bettors are abundant across Quebec, typically on the NHL and QMJHL.
- Baseball: While the Montreal Expos packed their bags and moved on long ago, Quebec residents remain big fans of baseball. This iconic sport has been played across North America for well over a century, and Quebec residents love to wager on the game.
- Basketball: Basketball has increased in popularity in Quebec, particularly following the Toronto Raptors' run to the NBA Championship. Now, there is an intense fan base in Quebec for the game, and many residents love wagering on the NBA.
- Football: Football is incredibly popular across Canada, and Quebec is no different. Many support the Montreal Alouettes of the CFL, although the NFL is also a hugely popular sport for betting in Quebec.
- Soccer: Soccer is the world’s most popular game, and Quebec certainly rallies around the sport. CF Montreal is a popular Montreal-based MLS franchise that has many supporters, although most residents base their primary attention on the top European leagues.
- Combat Sports: Combat sports have been incredibly successful in recent years, with the UFC becoming a mainstream sport across Quebec and Canada. Georges St. Pierre helped popularize MMA in Quebec, and many residents also love betting on boxing matches.
Most popular markets
We’ve given you a sense of the sports you can expect to find in Quebec sportsbooks. There are many Quebec sports bettors love, but what about the different betting markets and types of bets that are available to bettors?
Markets are the individual outcomes that bettors are wagering on to either happen or not happen. The different markets are things within a game or league that range from simple to complex. Types of bets are unique ways of betting that are popular amongst bettors. Every sportsbook has different markets and types of bets available for bettors.
Let’s look at some of the most popular markets and types of bets in Quebec sports betting.
💰 Moneyline: A Moneyline bet is a wager that is placed directly on the outcome of an event. This means if you bet a team on the Moneyline, you’ve picked them to win the game.
💰 Point Spread: The Point Spread is a line that represents the projected differential in favor of a team. Bettors can pick to bet for the spread, meaning the favored team exceeds the potential differential, or against it, meaning they don’t.
💰 Totals: Totals are a type of betting based on a line that represents the total combined amount of points/goals/runs between two teams in a game. Bettors can pick to bet the over, meaning the teams combine to exceed the line, or the under, meaning they don’t.
💰 Futures: Futures are bets on long-term outcomes that aren’t determined straight away within a league. It can be something like a bet on who will win the Stanley Cup, which player will be the NFL MVP, and so on.
💰 Double Chance: Double Chance is similar to Moneyline, but with a difference. It is a form of betting where bettors can pick two of the three possible outcomes in a game. Those three outcomes are Team A wins, Team B wins, or a tie.
💰 Game and Player Props: Game and Player Props are outcomes within a game that don’t necessarily dictate the final score. Game props are for teams, and player props are for individuals. For example, a game prop would be which team will be leading after the first quarter, while a player prop could be which player will score the first touchdown.
💰 Parlays: Parlays are when bettors tie multiple bets into a single bet. The odds multiply according to how many bets are within the parlay, and each outcome needs to hit for the parlay to cash.
💰 Live Betting: Live betting is wagering on games that have already begun. The odds shift according to what is happening in the game.
Other bets
Sports betting is the primary option in most Quebec sportsbooks. But that doesn’t mean it is the only thing for Quebec gamblers to enjoy. There are other betting options on Quebec operators that bettors interested in branching out can pursue. Let’s look at three additional options for bettors.
- Esports: There is some argument as to whether or not Esports count as sports, but most sportsbooks offer odds on this rising form of entertainment. Esports are video game tournaments that are played by professional gamers.
- Cinema: Award shows are massive spectacles that draw millions of eyes from around the world, and on many betting sites, you can wager on these milestone cinematic events.
- Politics: Betting on politics won’t be for everyone, but if you are someone that loves paying attention to politics, then wagering on upcoming elections from around the world might be for you.