Canada is facing potential challenges in the realm of sports betting, with experts warning that the country's lax laws could make it susceptible to a major gambling scandal. Canadians legally wager more than $20 billion annually on sports, with an additional $10 billion spent through illegal bookies. Despite this significant betting activity, there are no explicit laws banning match-fixing. This situation contrasts with the U.S., described as the wild, wild west of sports betting, where betting is heavily regulated but still problematic.