Ahead of her speaking appearance at SBC Summit Canada 2026, we chatted with McCarthy about life since joining RGC in early 2025, and how she assesses the state of play in modern Canadian gambling.
Parts of this interview have been edited for length and clarity.
Canadian Gaming Business: You’ve now been in your role for more than a year. What are some of the biggest points of pride of your time at the organization so far?
Sarah McCarthy: It’s been a remarkable first year. Honestly, what stands out most is the excellence of the team at the Responsible Gambling Council. It’s such a deeply committed organization, and that’s clearly exemplified in our work towards our vision of a world where gambling never comes at a human cost.
Last year was very successful on multiple fro..