Kahnawà:ke Gaming Commission Announces New Commissioner and Chairperson

The Kahnawà:ke Gaming Commission, under the jurisdiction of the Mohawk Territory of Kahnawà:ke, has announced key leadership appointments for 2026. On August 17, Vicky Diabo was named Commissioner by the Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke. Donna Delaronde was subsequently appointed as Chairperson of the Commission, with her position taking effect on August 26. These appointments reinforce the governance structure of a long-standing regulator in the Canadian gaming sector.

Leadership Changes at the Kahnawà:ke Gaming Commission

The Commission disclosed two significant appointments in August 2026. The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke, responsible for conferring regulatory authority within the territory, appointed Vicky Diabo as Commissioner on August 17. Donna Delaronde was confirmed as Chairperson of the Commission on August 26. Both appointments are now active and underpin the Commission's ongoing commitment to regulatory oversight.

Kahnawà:ke's Regulatory Role in Canadian Gaming

The Mohawk Territory of Kahnawà:ke is recognised as a sovereign jurisdiction situated just outside Montréal, Québec. The Kahnawà:ke Gaming Commission has regulated both online and land-based gaming within the territory since its establishment in 1996. As a regulator, it continues to license operators and oversee gaming activities within Kahnawà:ke’s borders.

The Commission’s regulatory responsibilities include:

• Issuing and maintaining gaming licenses for operators
• Monitoring compliance with jurisdictional standards
• Addressing governance and player protection within its regulated market

This structure positions the Commission as a reference point for operators, regulators and platform suppliers active in or assessing the Canadian market.

Implications for Stakeholders and Industry Continuity

With Donna Delaronde assuming the role of Chairperson, the Commission signals stability in its leadership approach. Having Vicky Diabo join as Commissioner aligns with the broader objective of maintaining effective oversight amid ongoing shifts in the iGaming sector. For licensees and applicants, the appointments may indicate continuity in regulatory engagement and market policies.

Stakeholders interacting with the Kahnawà:ke Gaming Commission—whether as operators seeking licensing, regulatory bodies observing standards, or technology suppliers—are expected to continue engagement with the Commission under the new leadership team.

About the Kahnawà:ke Gaming Commission

Founded in 1996, the Kahnawà:ke Gaming Commission has contributed to the evolution of online and physical gaming governance in Canada. The Commission operates within the jurisdictional framework of the Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke and maintains an independent stance as regulator. Its ongoing licensing activities make Kahnawà:ke a notable regulatory hub for both domestic and international operators.

"The Commission further wishes to announce that Donna Delaronde was appointed the Chairperson of the Commission effective on August 26 th." — Kahnawà:ke Gaming Commission

As of 2026, the Mohawk Territory of Kahnawà:ke remains committed to its independent regulatory mandate—serving as an established compliance environment for gaming operators located just outside Montréal, Québec.