Sportsbetting without right to work

[superhero1117]

Hi. I'm currently on a study permit without the right to work and I was wondering if I'm allowed to bet on sports.

 

[forevermore76]

Hi. I'm currently on a study permit without the right to work and I was wondering if I'm allowed to bet on sports.

There's no law restricting you from gambling and windfall income from gambling related activities are tax free. The real question - is this the right thing to do given a student on limited income as is.

 

[foodie69]

Hi. I'm currently on a study permit without the right to work and I was wondering if I'm allowed to bet on sports.

Concentrate on your studies and don't waste your parents money

 

[laracroooft28]

Hi. I'm currently on a study permit without the right to work and I was wondering if I'm allowed to bet on sports.
When I was studying, I also sometimes bet, but very rarely and wisely, realizing that it is more entertainment than a way to earn money. The main thing is not to treat bets as a source of income. I recently read on https://www.chatsports.com/nfl/a/how-bet-nfl-games-42670 about how to bet on NFL games. This article helped me a little. If you decide to try, it is important to choose reliable platforms. But studying should remain a priority.

There is no law in Canada that prohibits students from betting, even if they are not eligible to work.

 

[Keshtkarm]

I came across this older discussion and wanted to add that I’ve never seen anyone get in trouble for casual betting as long as it’s just personal gambling and not running a business. The key issue seems to be whether it counts as “work,” which it usually doesn’t. Has anyone here ever been asked about betting or gambling by IRCC during an application or interview?