Canada Gambling

Toronto casino project that drew Nevada interest appears dead

MGM Resorts International, Caesars Entertainment Corp., Las Vegas Sands Corp., and Wynn Resorts Ltd. had all expressed interest in building and operating the downtown Toronto integrated resort complex.

Macy Gray headlines Grammy-studded lineup at Fallsview

R&B sensation Macy Gray will lead an all-star lineup for Fallsview Casino's August entertainment, which will have other music heavyweights.

Perspectives Weekly: Sports betting indictments

This week, J Todd looks at the mounting indictments in the Legendz Sportsbook case. Plus, industry news from Ladbrokes, Ontario, and the World Series of Poker.

Toronto casino passes first test, but still faces uphill battle

The development, which has drawn interest from MGM Resorts International, Caesars Entertainment Corp., and Las Vegas Sands Corp., is backed by Toronto Mayor Rob Ford.

NorthStar Ford Group raises $106,000 for at second annual Charity Poker Tournament

Second annual NorthStar Ford Group charity poker tournament recently raised more than $106,000 for Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation and the Edge School Foundation.

Racing Future President hails Premier Wynne's announcement of new agreements to safeguard future of Fort Erie, Flamboro Downs and Georgian Downs

Transition funding agreements completed with Fort Erie and two other racetracks, seen as important step forward.

Alberta gaming revenue highest since 2008

As Alberta gambling revenue increases, experts examine whether responsible gaming provisions are sufficient.

The BiLLe Lotto presents million-euro prize cheque to small-town Canadian player

Small town Ontario woman wins $1.3 million BiLLe Lotto prize

Wynn Resorts hopes to build high-end Toronto resort and casino

Any project would include fine dining and casual restaurants, a five-star spa, hotel rooms with views of the Toronto skyline, and a convention center, according to the company.

MGM Resorts wants Toronto to bet on its complex

One observer speculated Toronto has "no better than" a 50-50 chance of approving a casino.

Perspectives Weekly: State your intentions edition

J Todd reports on whether N.J. Governor Chris Christie will sign the online gambling legislation sitting on his desk, plus industry news from Italy, Canada and the U.S. state of Mississippi.

Fallsview Casino welcomes new and returning artists

May lineup an exciting mix of returning favorites and big-name debuts at Fallsview.

MGM Resorts partners with Canadian real estate developer on potential Toronto casino

MGM Resorts Chairman Jim Murren said the 50/50 joint venture with The Cadillac Fairview Corporation Ltd. gives the Las Vegas-based casino giant a partner with extensive Canadian development experience.

Edmonton man wins $15 million

Edmonton man bought a lottery ticket with his slurpee for 14 years wins $15 million.

Manitoba launches online gaming site

Manitoba, the latest Canadian province, to launch an online gambling site for residents.