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OLG, Caesars extend Caesars Windsor agreement amid hunt for next operator
The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) has extended its Caesars Windsor casino operating agreement with Caesars Entertainment by another seven months as it continues to search for the next operator.The OLG agreement had been set to expire in August 2025 after a previous extension but…
BCLC aims to ‘revolutionise gambling entertainment’ with 5-year strategy
The British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) aims to “revolutionise gambling entertainment” and benefit communities with its new five-year strategy.Pat Davis, President and CEO of the BCLC, revealed his organisation's intentions in an interview with SBC’s Media Manager, Charlie Horner,…
SIGA reports record profits for 2023-24 fiscal year
The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) has reported that it made record-breaking profits for the second year in a row.SIGA's 2023-24 annual report noted that it took $346.6 million in gross revenue and a final distribution of income of $138.8 million for the 2023-24 fiscal year ended…
Experts tip Alberta to match Ontario’s success — if done right
Is Alberta the new gold rush for Canadian gaming?In light of the Alberta government’s review of potential paths towards a commercial gaming industry, and Minister Dale Nally’s declaration that the province will follow an Ontario-style open model, that question was posed to numerous experts at…
Snuneymuxw First Nation acquires Great Canadian’s Casino Nanaimo
The Snuneymuxw First Nation will acquire B.C.'s Casio Nanaimo from Great Canadian Entertainment through its wholly owned Petroglyph Development Group Ltd.Great Canadian announced on Monday that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell the landmark Vancouver Island property, which it…
Evolution subsidiary Ezugi launches in Ontario with theScore, Bet99
Evolution subsidiary Ezugi has launched its live casino offering in Ontario.Ezugi content includes casino table games such as baccarat, blackjack and roulette, as well as live game shows and a wide range of regional titles, all streamed from Ezugi's studios in Europe.Those products,…
Magic Palace owners sue Kahnawá:ke Council, Gaming Commission over closure
The owners of Magic Palace Casino have filed lawsuits against the Mohawk Council of Kahnawá:ke and the Kahnawá:ke Gaming Commission after the venue was forcibly shut down earlier this spring.In late March, the commission closed down Magic Palace indefinitely after the venue’s operational license…
Canadian Gaming Summit: Exploring leadership, growth, payments & compliance
As gambling companies strive to improve their services and reinforce their market presence, the Canadian Gaming Summit is set to offer a wealth of knowledge through in-depth explorations of topics such as growth, leadership, payments, and compliance.The dedicated tracks will commence on…
After NeoGames acquisition, Aristocrat looks to Quebec and beyond
There's only one more working week to go before the gaming industry flocks to Toronto for the 2024 Canadian Gaming Summit.Ahead of Canada's premier gaming and betting event at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Canadian Gaming Business spoke to Chief Revenue Officer for Aristocrat Gaming Kurt…
Rural Municipalities of Alberta seeks charitable gaming overhaul
The Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA), the organization that represents the province's counties and districts, wants Alberta's charitable gaming model to be formally reviewed.Alberta charitable organisations can apply for a license to conduct volunteer-run casino events. But the RMA says the…