✓ Strengths
- Best same-game parlay builder in Ontario
- Fastest withdrawals — Interac often same-day
- Strong NHL, NBA, and NFL player prop markets
- Low $5 minimum deposit
- Excellent iOS and Android apps
- Reliable, high-quality live betting
✗ Weaknesses
- Soccer market shallower than bet365
- CFL coverage could be deeper
- Odds slightly less competitive on obscure markets
- Customer support response times can lag
Overview — DraftKings in Ontario
DraftKings entered Ontario's regulated iGaming market in April 2022 as one of the launch-day operators. The company's trajectory — from daily fantasy sports startup to multi-billion dollar sports betting operator — is one of the more remarkable stories in modern sports business.
What separates DraftKings from most Ontario competitors is where it focuses its product development: same-game parlays and player prop markets. If you're the kind of bettor who wants to combine Auston Matthews's points total with the Leafs moneyline and the total goals in a single parlay, DraftKings's SGP builder is the most capable tool available to Ontario residents.
Combined with the fastest Interac withdrawal speeds in the market, DraftKings takes second spot in our Ontario rankings and is the outright top pick for bettors who prioritize parlay flexibility or fast payouts.
Odds Quality — Competitive with a North American Lean
DraftKings's odds are consistently competitive across North American professional sports: NHL, NBA, NFL, and MLB. In our head-to-head testing across 80 NHL regular season games, DraftKings posted the best available moneyline in about 29% of matchups — slightly behind bet365's 34%, but meaningfully ahead of FanDuel and BetMGM on the same sample.
Where DraftKings really distinguishes itself is player props. The platform offers an extensive library of player proposition bets for NBA, NHL, and NFL games — often more granular than what's available at other Ontario sportsbooks. Points, rebounds, assists, shots on goal, time on ice, defensive stats — DraftKings generally posts the widest selection and sharpest numbers.
On same-game parlays, DraftKings holds a clear edge. The platform allows you to combine a wider range of selections within the same game than any Ontario competitor, and the parlay builder itself is intuitive — you can see your running odds and estimated payout update in real time as you add legs.
The one area where DraftKings trails: international soccer. European betting markets are not DraftKings's heritage, and it shows. Market depth on Premier League and Champions League games is adequate but not as comprehensive as bet365. For a dedicated soccer bettor, bet365 is the better fit.
The DraftKings App — Built for Speed and Parclay Builders
DraftKings's mobile app is available on iOS and Android and represents the company's core product investment. It's fast, well-designed, and easy to navigate for both casual bettors and those placing complex multi-leg parlays.
The home screen surfaces popular games and upcoming events clearly. The live betting section updates reliably in real time. The same-game parlay builder — accessed directly from any game page — is the app's crown jewel: tap the props and game markets you want, watch your parlay build on the right side of the screen, and submit in seconds.
We measured DraftKings app performance across 60 days of testing. Average load time: 1.1 seconds. Crashes experienced: zero. These numbers match bet365 in reliability, which is high praise. The app consistently receives 4.7–4.8 star ratings on both iOS and Android from verified users.
One minor UI note: DraftKings's design language is bold and saturated — heavy use of black, green, and gold. Some bettors find it slightly less elegant than bet365's cleaner interface, but it's a matter of preference, not functionality.
Sports Coverage — North American Excellence
DraftKings Ontario covers 30+ sports. Coverage is strongest on North American professional leagues:
- NHL: Full regular season and playoffs. Moneylines, puck lines, totals, period markets, player props (shots, goals, assists, saves). One of the best NHL player prop selections in Ontario.
- NBA: Comprehensive coverage. Player props are among the deepest in Ontario — first basket scorer, double-double, exact point totals, and more.
- NFL: All regular season and playoff games. Extensive game and player prop markets. Super Bowl coverage is particularly thorough.
- MLB: Full season. Pitcher strikeouts, first 5 innings, run line, moneyline, and player props.
- CFL: Regular season and Grey Cup. Coverage present but less comprehensive than NHL/NBA.
- Soccer: Major European leagues covered. Adequate but not as deep as bet365.
- Tennis, golf, UFC/MMA, boxing, NASCAR, esports: Available with competitive markets.
Deposits and Withdrawals — Ontario's Fastest Payouts
DraftKings stands out for withdrawal speed more than any other Ontario sportsbook. Here's the full picture:
Deposit methods:
- Interac e-Transfer — instant, $5–$50,000
- Visa/Mastercard — instant, limits vary by card
- Online banking — 1–3 business days
- PayPal — instant (where available)
Withdrawal methods and timing:
- Interac e-Transfer: Typically processed within a few hours, often same business day. This is the fastest withdrawal speed of any Ontario sportsbook we've reviewed.
- Visa Debit: 3–5 business days
- PayPal: 24–48 hours
DraftKings's minimum deposit is $5 CAD — the lowest of the major Ontario operators. Minimum withdrawal is $20. No fees are charged by DraftKings on standard withdrawals.
For Ontario bettors who want their winnings quickly, DraftKings's Interac payout speed is a legitimate differentiator. We've consistently seen same-day or next-morning processing when withdrawal requests are submitted before 5 PM ET on business days.
Account Opening Process
Opening a DraftKings Ontario account is straightforward and takes about 10 minutes:
- Visit sportsbook.draftkings.com and select Ontario from the province dropdown
- Enter your personal information — name, address, date of birth, email, phone number
- Provide identity verification documents (required by AGCO — typically a driver's licence or passport photo)
- Set responsible gambling limits (optional at sign-up but encouraged)
- Make your first deposit and start betting
DraftKings uses geolocation software to confirm you're physically in Ontario when placing bets. If you're traveling outside Ontario, your account will show as restricted until you return to the province.
Customer Support
DraftKings offers live chat and email support. Live chat is available 24/7 from within the app or website. In our testing, chat response times averaged 6–12 minutes during evenings and game days. Support agents were helpful and resolved most issues on the first contact.
DraftKings does not offer phone support, which is consistent with the industry standard for Ontario operators. Their online help centre covers most common questions — deposits, withdrawals, identity verification, account settings — with clear, current documentation.
Responsible Gambling
DraftKings Ontario offers a full suite of responsible gambling tools including deposit limits, time limits, cooling-off periods, and self-exclusion. All tools are accessible from the "Responsible Gaming" section of your account dashboard.
As with all Ontario operators, DraftKings participates in iGaming Ontario's central self-exclusion program. Self-excluding from iGaming Ontario removes you from all licensed Ontario sportsbooks simultaneously. If you're struggling with gambling, call ConnexOntario at 1-866-531-2600 or visit our responsible gambling resources page.
DraftKings Ontario — Our Verdict
DraftKings is our second-ranked Ontario sportsbook and the clear leader for bettors who focus on parlays, player props, or fast withdrawals. The same-game parlay builder is genuinely the best in the Ontario market. The app is fast and reliable. Interac withdrawals are the fastest available.
Where DraftKings loses ground to bet365 is total market breadth — particularly in international soccer and overall sports count. For a bettor who primarily bets NHL, NBA, and NFL, DraftKings may actually edge ahead of bet365 on most metrics. For a bettor who also wants deep soccer markets, bet365 is the better all-round choice.
Compare our full rankings: bet365 review · FanDuel review · BetMGM review