The Royal Ascot is one of the most prestigious horse racing festivals held in the United Kingdom each year. This year the Royal Ascot runs from Tuesday, June 16th to Saturday, June 20th at Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire, England.
On this page we cover the options Canadians have for betting on the Royal Ascot races, touch on the festival’s schedule, and finish with a step by step guide to placing your bets.
Where Can Canadians Bet On The Royal Ascot?
Horse racing betting is legal across Canada and is regulated federally by the Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency. Here are the main ways to bet on the Royal Ascot.
HPIbet
HPIbet is the online pari-mutuel wagering platform operated by Woodbine Entertainment. It takes bets on races at Woodbine and Woodbine Mohawk Park, along with major tracks around the world, and offers the full range of horse racing bets including win/place/show, exactors and triactors.
At The Track or a Teletheatre
You can also bet in person at the racetrack or at one of the off-track teletheatre locations across Canada.
International Sportsbooks
Many Canadians also use international sportsbooks for horse racing, but these sites are not licensed by Canadian regulators, which means there is no Canadian regulator to turn to if there is a dispute over a bet or a withdrawal.
2026 Royal Ascot Race Schedule
The Royal Ascot takes place this week from Tuesday, June 16th to Saturday, June 20th. There are 7 races scheduled for each day with the horse racing meet, with the first race scheduled for 9:30am ET each day, and the final race starting at 1:10pm ET (full schedule here). Every day showcases a great morning of horse racing for Canadian viewers.
Bet On The Royal Ascot From Canada – Step By Step
Whichever option you choose, the process of getting started is similar. Here’s a general guide.
Step 1. Choose Where To Bet
Decide which option fits how you want to bet. HPIbet is the regulated way to bet online on Canadian racing, while the track and teletheatres are an option if you’d rather bet in person. Review the options above before signing up.
Step 2. Check The Age Rules
You must be of legal age to bet on horse racing in your province. Online wagering sites will ask you to confirm your age and location when you sign up.
Step 3. Create and Verify Your Account
Sign up with your legal name, date of birth and address. Regulated platforms are required to verify your identity, so you may be asked for a photo of your ID.
Step 4. Fund Your Account
Deposit using one of the platform’s payment methods, which commonly include Interac e-Transfer and debit cards. Check how withdrawals work, and how long they take, before you deposit.
Step 5. Find The Royal Ascot Races and Place Your Bets
Find Ascot in the list of international tracks and select the race you want to bet on by date and race number. Choose the type of bet you want to make (win, place, show, exactor, triactor, etc.), select your horses, enter your wager amounts and confirm your bets.
Step 6. Set Limits
Decide on a budget before the race and stick to it. Most regulated platforms let you set deposit limits in your account settings. If betting stops being fun, contact your provincial problem gambling helpline for free, confidential support.
Check out our horse race betting section for a deeper look at how to bet on horse races online.
Tagged With : Royal Ascot • Royal Ascot Betting