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GREAT CANADIAN GAMING REACHES DEFINITIVE AGREEMENTS FOR OLG SLOT FACILITY LEASES AT GEORGIAN DOWNS AND FLAMBORO DOWNS

November 29, 2013 – Richmond, BC – Great Canadian Gaming Corporation [TSX:GC] (“Great Canadian” or “the Company”) today announced that it has signed definitive lease agreements with the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (“OLG”) for the continuation of slot operations at each of the Company’s Georgian Downs and Flamboro Downs racetrack facilities.

Under the terms of these agreements, OLG will lease the slot machine areas at the Ontario Racetracks for a five year term commencing April 1, 2013. The Company and OLG have previously been operating under signed non-binding letters of intent which replaced the previous site holder agreements that expired on March 31, 2013.

“We are pleased to have reached an agreement with Great Canadian for both their Flamboro and Georgian sites” said Rod Phillips, OLG’s President and CEO. “This reflects our longstanding and positive relationship with Great Canadian.”

“We are also pleased to have now entered into these definitive agreements with the OLG,” stated Mr. Rod N. Baker, Great Canadian’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “With definitive lease agreements now signed, we can look forward to the next chapter for our properties in Ontario and further developing our relationship with the OLG as the gaming industry in Ontario continues its evolution.”

ABOUT GREAT CANADIAN GAMING CORPORATION

Great Canadian Gaming Corporation operates gaming, entertainment and hospitality facilities in British Columbia, Ontario, Nova Scotia, and Washington State. The Company’s 17 gaming properties consist of three community gaming centres, four racetracks, and ten casinos, including one with a Four Diamond hotel resort. As of September 30, 2013, the Company had approximately 4,000 employees in Canada and 600 in Washington State. Further information is available on the Company’s website, www.gcgaming.com

DISCLAIMER

This press release contains certain “forward-looking information” or statements within the meaning of applicable securities legislation. Forward-looking information is based on the Company’s current expectations, estimates, projections and assumptions that were made by the Company in light of its historical trends and other factors. All information or statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking information including statements that address expectations, estimates or projections about the future, the Company’s strategy for growth and its objectives, expected future expenditures, costs, operating and financial results, expected impact of future commitments,

the future ability of the Company to operate the Georgian Downs and Flamboro Downs facilities and their profitability, expectations and implications of changes in legislation and government policies. Forward-looking information may be identified by words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “expect”, or similar expressions. Such forward-looking information is not a guarantee of future performance and may involve a number of risks and uncertainties.

Although forward-looking information is based on information and assumptions that the Company believes are current, reasonable and complete, they are subject to unknown risks, uncertainties, and a number of factors that could cause actual results to vary materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Such factors may include, but are not limited to: terms of operational service agreements with lottery corporations; changes to gaming laws that may impact our operational service agreements; pending, proposed or unanticipated regulatory or policy changes; the Company’s ability to obtain and renew required business licenses, leases, and operational services agreements; unanticipated fines, sanctions and suspensions imposed on the Company by its regulators; impact of global liquidity and credit availability; adverse tourism trends and further decreases in levels of travel, leisure and consumer spending; competition from established competitors and new entrants in the gaming business; dependence on key personnel; the Company’s ability to manage its capital projects and its expanding operations; the risk that systems, procedures and controls may not be adequate to meet regulatory requirements or to support current and expanding operations; potential undisclosed liabilities and capital expenditures associated with acquisitions; negative connotations linked to the gaming industry; First Nations rights with respect to some land on which we conduct our operations; future or current legal proceedings; construction disruptions; financial covenants associated with credit facilities and long-term debt; credit, liquidity and market risks associated with our financial instruments; interest and exchange rate fluctuations; non- realization of cost reductions and synergies; demand for new products and services; fluctuations in operating results; and economic uncertainty and financial market volatility. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause actions, events or results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. These factors and other risks and uncertainties are discussed in the Company’s continuous disclosure documents filed with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities from time to time, including in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s Annual Information Form for fiscal 2012, and as identified in the Company’s disclosure record on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.

Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on the forward-looking information, as there can be no assurance that the plans, intentions, or expectations upon which they are based will occur. The forward-looking information contained herein is made as of the date hereof and is subject to change after such date, and is expressly qualified in its entirety by cautionary statements in this press release. Forward-looking information is provided for the purpose of providing information about management’s current expectations and plans and allowing investors and others to get a better understanding of the Company’s operating environment. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise forward-looking information to reflect subsequent events or circumstances except as required by law.

The Company has included non-International Financial Reporting Standards (“non-IFRS”) measures in this press release. EBITDA, as defined by the Company, means earnings before interest and financing costs (net of interest income), income taxes, depreciation and amortization, share-based compensation, equity investment loss and other, litigation settlement, impairment of long-lived assets and goodwill, and foreign exchange loss and other. EBITDA is derived from the consolidated statements of earnings (loss), and can be computed as revenues less human resources expenses and property, marketing and administration expenses.

Readers are cautioned that these non-IFRS definitions are not recognized measures under International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”), do not have standardized meanings prescribed by IFRS, and should not be construed to be alternatives to net earnings determined in accordance with IFRS or as indicators of performance or liquidity or cash flows. The Company’s method of calculating these measures may differ from methods used by other entities and accordingly our measures may not be comparable to similarly titled measures used by other entities or in other jurisdictions. The Company uses these measures because it believes they provide useful information to both management and investors with respect to the operating and financial performance of the Company.

ON BEHALF OF

GREAT CANADIAN GAMING CORPORATION

“Original Signed By Rod N. Baker”

Rod N. Baker
President and Chief Executive Officer

GREAT CANADIAN GAMING CORPORATION [TSX:GC] Suite #350 – 13775 Commerce Parkway
Richmond, BC V6V 2V4
(604) 303-1000
Website: www.gcgaming.com

For enquiries: ir@gcgaming.com or
Ms. Tanya Ruskowski
Executive Assistant to the President and Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial
Officer
(604) 303-1000

GREAT CANADIAN GAMING FURTHER EXTENDS INTERIM ARRANGEMENTS FOR OLG TO CONTINUE OPERATING SLOT FACILITIES AT GEORGIAN DOWNS AND FLAMBORO DOWNS

November 15, 2013 – Richmond, BC – Great Canadian Gaming Corporation [TSX:GC] (“Great Canadian” or the “Company”) today announced that its interim arrangements with Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (“OLG”) for the continued operation of OLG slot facilities at Georgian Downs and Flamboro Downs have been extended to November 29, 2013. These extensions allow OLG more time to finalize the definitive lease agreements with the Company. The current interim arrangements with the OLG have been in place since March 31, 2013, when the previous site holder agreements for Georgian Downs and Flamboro Downs expired.

On March 9, 2013, the Company and OLG signed non-binding letters of intent outlining terms by which OLG will lease the slot machine areas of Georgian Downs and Flamboro Downs commencing April 1, 2013 for a term of five years. The Company and OLG have been operating as though the key provisions of these lease arrangements came into effect on April 1, 2013.

ABOUT GREAT CANADIAN GAMING CORPORATION

Great Canadian Gaming Corporation operates gaming, entertainment and hospitality facilities in British Columbia, Ontario, Nova Scotia and Washington State. The Company’s 17 gaming properties consist of three community gaming centres, four racetracks, and ten casinos, including one with a Four Diamond hotel resort. As of September 30, 2013, the Company had approximately 4,000 employees in Canada and 600 in Washington State. Further information is available on the Company’s website, www.gcgaming.com.

DISCLAIMER

This press release contains certain “forward-looking information” or statements within the meaning of applicable securities legislation. Forward-looking information is based on the Company’s current expectations, estimates, projections and assumptions that were made by the Company in light of its historical trends and other factors. All information or statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking information including statements that address expectations, estimates or projections about the future, the terms and expected benefits of the normal course issuer bid, the Company’s strategy for growth, expected future expenditures, costs, operating and financial results, expected impact of future commitments, the future ability of the Company to operate the Georgian Downs and Flamboro Downs facilities and their profitability, and the ability of the Company to enter into new agreements for the operation of gaming facilities at Georgian Downs and Flamboro Downs. Forward-looking information may be identified by words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “expect”, or similar expressions. Such forward- looking information is not a guarantee of future performance and may involve a number of risks and uncertainties.

Although forward-looking information is based on information and assumptions that the Company believes are current, reasonable and complete, they are subject to unknown risks, uncertainties, and a number of factors that could cause actual results to vary materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Such factors may include, but are not limited to: terms of operational services agreements; pending, proposed or unanticipated regulatory or policy changes; the Company’s ability to obtain and renew required business licenses, leases, and operational services agreements; unanticipated fines, sanctions and suspensions imposed on the Company by its regulators; impact of global liquidity and credit availability; adverse tourism trends and further decreases in levels of travel, leisure and consumer spending; competition from established competitors and new entrants in the gaming business; dependence on key personnel; the Company’s ability to manage its capital projects and its expanding operations; the risk that systems, procedures and controls may not be adequate to meet regulatory requirements or to support current and expanding operations; potential undisclosed liabilities and capital expenditures associated with acquisitions; negative connotations linked to the gaming industry; First Nations rights with respect to some land on which we conduct our operations; future or current legal proceedings; construction disruptions; financial covenants associated with credit facilities and long-term debt; credit, liquidity and market risks associated with our financial instruments; interest and exchange rate fluctuations; non-realization of cost reductions and synergies; demand for new products and services; fluctuations in operating results; and economic uncertainty and financial market volatility. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause actions, events or results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. These factors and other risks and uncertainties are discussed in the Company’s continuous disclosure documents filed with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities from time to time, including in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s Annual Information Form for fiscal 2012, and as identified in the Company’s disclosure record on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.

Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on the forward-looking information, as there can be no assurance that the plans, intentions, or expectations upon which they are based will occur. The forward-looking information contained herein is made as of the date hereof, is subject to change after such date, and is expressly qualified in it s entirety by cautionary statements in this press release. Forward-looking information is provided for the purpose of providing information about management’s current expectations and plans and allowing investors and others to get a better understanding of the Company’s operating environment. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise forward-looking information to reflect subsequent events or circumstances except as required by law.

ON BEHALF OF

GREAT CANADIAN GAMING CORPORATION

“Original Signed By Rod N. Baker”

Rod N. Baker
President and Chief Executive Officer

GREAT CANADIAN GAMING CORPORATION [TSX:GC] Suite #350 – 13775 Commerce Parkway
Richmond, BC V6V 2V4
(604) 303-1000
Website: www.gcgaming.com

For enquiries: ir@gcgaming.com or
Ms. Tanya Ruskowski
Executive Assistant to the President and Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial
Officer
(604) 303-1000

GREAT CANADIAN GAMING INSIDERS INTEND TO TRADE IN THE COMPANY’S SECURITIES

November 13, 2013 – Richmond, BC – Great Canadian Gaming Corporation [TSX: GC] (“Great Canadian” or “the Company”) today announced that the following members of senior management, who are considered insiders of the Company, have given notice that they intend to trade in the Company’s securities within the next 30 days. The majority of the intended trades include the exercise of stock options with expiry dates of March 11, 2014 and May 13, 2014.

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GREAT CANADIAN GAMING FURTHER EXTENDS INTERIM ARRANGEMENTS FOR OLG TO CONTINUE OPERATING SLOT FACILITIES AT GEORGIAN DOWNS AND FLAMBORO DOWNS

October 31, 2013 – Richmond, BC – Great Canadian Gaming Corporation [TSX:GC] (“Great Canadian” or the “Company”) today announced that its interim arrangements with Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (“OLG”) for the continued operation of OLG slot facilities at Georgian Downs and Flamboro Downs have been extended to November 15, 2013. These extensions allow OLG more time to finalize the definitive lease agreements with the Company. The current interim arrangements with the OLG have been in place since March 31, 2013, when the previous site holder agreements for Georgian Downs and Flamboro Downs expired.

On March 9, 2013, the Company and OLG signed non-binding letters of intent outlining terms by which OLG will lease the slot machine areas of Georgian Downs and Flamboro Downs commencing April 1, 2013 for a term of five years. The Company and OLG have been operating as though the key provisions of these lease arrangements came into effect on April 1, 2013.

ABOUT GREAT CANADIAN GAMING CORPORATION

Great Canadian Gaming Corporation operates gaming, entertainment and hospitality facilities in British Columbia, Ontario, Nova Scotia and Washington State. The Company’s 17 gaming properties consist of ten casinos, including one with a Four Diamond hotel resort, four horse racetrack casinos, and three community gaming centres. As of June 30, 2013, the Company had approximately 4,000 employees in Canada and
600 in Washington State. Further information is available on the Company’s website, www.gcgaming.com.

DISCLAIMER

This press release contains certain “forward-looking information” or statements within the meaning of applicable securities legislation. Forward-looking information is based on the Company’s current expectations, estimates, projections and assumptions that were made by the Company in light of its historical trends and other factors. All information or statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking information including statements that address expectations, estimates or projections about the future, the terms and expected benefits of the normal course issuer bid, the Company’s strategy for growth, expected future expenditures, costs, operating and financial results, expected impact of future commitments, the future ability of the Company to operate the Georgian Downs and Flamboro Downs facilities and their profitability, and the ability of the Company to enter into new agreements for the operation of gaming facilities at Georgian Downs and Flamboro Downs. Forward-looking information may be identified by words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “expect”, or similar expressions. Such forward- looking information is not a guarantee of future performance and may involve a number of risks and uncertainties.

Although forward-looking information is based on information and assumptions that the Company believes are current, reasonable and complete, they are subject to unknown risks, uncertainties, and a number of factors that

could cause actual results to vary materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Such factors may include, but are not limited to: terms of operational services agreements; pending, proposed or unanticipated regulatory or policy changes; the Company’s ability to obtain and renew required business lic enses, leases, and operational services agreements; unanticipated fines, sanctions and suspensions imposed on the Company by its regulators; impact of global liquidity and credit availability; adverse tourism trends and further decreases in levels of travel, leisure and consumer spending; competition from established competitors and new entrants in the gaming business; dependence on key personnel; the Company’s ability to manage its capital projects and its expanding operations; the risk that systems, procedures and controls may not be adequate to meet regulatory requirements or to support current and expanding operations; potential undisclosed liabilities and capital expenditures associated with acquisitions; negative connotations linked to the gaming industry; First Nations rights with respect to some land on which we conduct our operations; future or current legal proceedings; construction disruptions; financial covenants associated with credit facilities and long-term debt; credit, liquidity and market risks associated with our financial instruments; interest and exchange rate fluctuations; non-realization of cost reductions and synergies; demand for new products and services; fluctuations in operating results; and economic uncertainty and financial market volatility. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause actions, events or results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. These factors and other risks and uncertainties are discussed in the Company’s continuous disclosure documents filed with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities from time to time, including in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s Annual Information Form for fiscal 2012, and as identified in the Company’s disclosure record on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.

Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on the forward-looking information, as there can be no assurance that the plans, intentions, or expectations upon which they are based will occur. The forward-looking information contained herein is made as of the date hereof, is subject to change after such date, and is expressly qualified in its entirety by cautionary statements in this press release. Forward-looking information is provided for the purpose of providing information about management’s current expectations and plans and allowing investors and others to get a better understanding of the Company’s operating environment. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise forward-looking information to reflect subsequent events or circumstances except as required by law.

ON BEHALF OF

GREAT CANADIAN GAMING CORPORATION

“Original Signed By Rod N. Baker”

Rod N. Baker
President and Chief Executive Officer

GREAT CANADIAN GAMING CORPORATION [TSX:GC] Suite #350 – 13775 Commerce Parkway
Richmond, BC V6V 2V4
(604) 303-1000
Website: www.gcgaming.com

For enquiries: ir@gcgaming.com or
Ms. Tanya Ruskowski
Executive Assistant to the President and Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial
Officer
(604) 303-1000

Maple Ridge’s Newest Destination for Excitement, Chances Maple Ridge, Officially Opens Today!

Maple Ridge, BC (October 23, 2013): The wait is finally over as the newest entertainment destination in Maple Ridge – Chances Maple Ridge – officially opens today, Wednesday, October 23 at 5 p.m. To mark this special milestone, an amazing performance by a local tribute band, Atlantic Crossing will kick-off the Grand Opening party.

Chances Maple Ridge, located on the corner of 227th Street and Lougheed Highway, boasts a variety of slot machines, electronic and paper bingo and an exceptional dining destination, The Well. With a modern industrial feel that pays homage to the history of the community, inviting atmosphere, live entertainment programming on weekends and a sumptuous menu, The Well is sure to offer a memorable guest experience.

“We have been on an amazing journey in the last eleven months as we have worked tirelessly to build this great venue. Today we celebrate and look forward to sharing this unique and inviting property with our guests and the community,” said Andy LaCroix, General Manager, Chances Maple Ridge.

Chances Maple Ridge will open to the public following the official ribbon cutting ceremony. The ceremony will be attended by members of the community along with representatives from the District of Maple Ridge, British Columbia Lottery Corporation and Great Canadian Gaming Corporation. To keep
the excitement and party going, Atlantic Crossing will hit the stage at 7:45 p.m. while the first 100 guests will be presented with a commemorative Chances Maple Ridge gift.

Next up on the Chances Maple Ridge calendar, BC born country music singer, Aaron Pritchett will perform at Chances Maple Ridge on November 1 and 2 with a start time of 9:30 p.m. on both nights. Pritchett will perform his hit singles and host a public meet and greet after each performance. “I love being able to have that one-on-one connection with my fans,” said Pritchett. Over his career, Pritchett has earned many accolades and awards including the CCMA for Independent Male Artist of the Year and Songwriter of the year in 2007.

For more information on the Grand Opening of Chances Maple Ridge and Aaron Pritchett’s
performance, please visit www.chancesmapleridge.com or follow Chances Maple Ridge on Facebook
www.facebook.com/ChancesMR and Twitter @ChancesMR.

Chances Maple Ridge is a property owned and operated by Great Canadian Gaming Corporation.

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For further information, please contact: Sonja Mandic – Manager, Media and Responsible Gambling, Great Canadian Gaming Corporation / 604.303.1000 / smandic@gcgaming.com

GREAT CANADIAN GAMING TO REPORT THIRD QUARTER 2013 RESULTS ON NOVEMBER 6

October 22, 2013 – Richmond, BC – Great Canadian Gaming Corporation [TSX:GC] (“the Company”) announced that it will release its financial results for the three month period ended September 30, 2013 (“third quarter 2013”) after the market close on November 6,
2013. The Company will also host a conference call on that date at 3:00 PM Pacific, at which time management will both review the financial results and discuss the progress of the business.

The third quarter 2013 results press release, condensed interim consolidated financial statements, and management’s discussion and analysis will be available on the Company’s website, www.gcgaming.com, on November 6, 2013 after 1:10 PM Pacific. This information will also be available on www.sedar.com on November 7, 2013.

The conference call may be accessed via the Investor Relations section of the Company’s
website, www.gcgaming.com. The conference call may also be accessed by dialing 416-
764-8688, or toll free at 888-390-0546 (Passcode: 60245971). Questions will be reserved for analysts and investors.

Following completion of the call, a replay will be available via the Company’s website,
www.gcgaming.com.

ABOUT GREAT CANADIAN GAMING CORPORATION
Great Canadian Gaming Corporation operates gaming, entertainment and hospitality facilities in British Columbia, Ontario, Nova Scotia and Washington State. The Company’s 17 gaming properties consist of ten casinos, including one with a Four Diamond hotel resort, four horse racetrack casinos, and three community gaming centres. Further information is available on the Company’s website, www.gcgaming.com.

Great Canadian Gaming Corp.
Suite #350 – 13775 Commerce Parkway
Richmond, BC V6V 2V4
(604) 303-1000
Website: www.gcgaming.com

For investor enquiries: Email: ir@gcgaming.com or
Ms. Tanya Ruskowski
Executive Assistant to the President & CEO
and the CFO (604) 303-1000

Grand Opening of Chances Maple Ridge set for October 23, 2013

September 30, 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Maple Ridge, BC: Great Canadian Gaming Corporation is pleased to announce that the Grand Opening of Chances Maple Ridge is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2013. The newly constructed, multi- million dollar entertainment facility took nearly 11 months to complete and exhibits a mix of modern and industrial style reflecting some of the initial industries in Maple Ridge and along Fraser River.

Chances Maple Ridge will be a vibrant and thrilling entertainment venue that will offer a variety of slot machines, 200 bingo seats (electronic and paper), a total of 220 parking stalls and a truly distinctive bar- restaurant with a contemporary and laid-back atmosphere called The Well.

“We are excited to open Chances Maple Ridge and offer our guests a diverse and memorable entertainment experience,” said Andy LaCroix, General Manager, Chances Maple Ridge.

To mark this special occasion and officially open the new entertainment facility, members of the District of Maple Ridge and British Columbia Lottery Corporation along with representatives from the community will commence the ribbon cutting ceremony at 5 p.m.

Following the ceremony, tribute band, Atlantic Crossing will take to the stage and perform classic covers followed by a dueling pianos performance. In addition, a caricature artist, magician and show girls will entertain guests. A commemorative Chances Maple Ridge gift will be given to the first 100 guests.

Chances Maple Ridge is located at 22710 Lougheed Highway, Maple Ridge.

To learn more about Chances Maple Ridge and the Grand Opening celebrations, please visit www.chancesmapleridge.com.

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For further information, please contact: Sonja Mandic – Manager, Media and Responsible Gambling, Great Canadian Gaming Corporation / 604.303.1000 / smandic@gcgaming.com

GREAT CANADIAN GAMING FURTHER EXTENDS INTERIM ARRANGEMENTS FOR OLG TO CONTINUE OPERATING SLOT FACILITIES AT GEORGIAN DOWNS AND FLAMBORO DOWNS

September 27, 2013 – Richmond, BC – Great Canadian Gaming Corporation [TSX:GC] (“Great Canadian” or the “Company”) today announced that its interim arrangements with Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (“OLG”) for the continued operation of OLG slot facilities at Georgian Downs and Flamboro Downs have been extended to October 31, 2013. These extensions allow OLG more time to finalize the definitive lease agreements with the Company. The current interim arrangements with the OLG have been in place since March 31, 2013, when the previous site holder agreements for Georgian Downs and Flamboro Downs expired.

On March 9, 2013, the Company and OLG signed non-binding letters of intent outlining terms by which OLG will lease the slot machine areas of Georgian Downs and Flamboro Downs commencing April 1, 2013 for a term of five years. The Company and OLG have been operating as though the key provisions of these lease arrangements came into effect on April 1, 2013.

ABOUT GREAT CANADIAN GAMING CORPORATION

Great Canadian Gaming Corporation operates gaming, entertainment and hospitality facilities in British Columbia, Ontario, Nova Scotia and Washington State. The Company’s 17 gaming properties consist of ten casinos, including one with a Four Diamond hotel resort, four horse racetrack casinos, and three community gaming centres. As of June 30, 2013, the Company had approximately 4,000 employees in Canada and
600 in Washington State. Further information is available on the Company’s website, www.gcgaming.com.

DISCLAIMER

This press release contains certain “forward-looking information” or statements within the meaning of applicable securities legislation. Forward-looking information is based on the Company’s current expectations, estimates, projections and assumptions that were made by the Company in light of its historical trends and other factors. All information or statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking information including statements that address expectations, estimates or projections about the future, the terms and expected benefits of the normal course issuer bid, the Company’s strategy for growth, expected future expenditures, costs, operating and financial results, expected impact of future commitments, the future ability of the Company to operate the Georgian Downs and Flamboro Downs facilities and their profitability, and the ability of the Company to enter into new agreements for the operation of gaming facilities at Georgian Downs and Flamboro Downs. Forward-looking information may be identified by words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “expect”, or similar expressions. Such forward- looking information is not a guarantee of future performance and may involve a number of risks and uncertainties.

Although forward-looking information is based on information and assumptions that the Company believes are current, reasonable and complete, they are subject to unknown risks, uncertainties, and a number of factors that

could cause actual results to vary materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Such factors may include, but are not limited to: terms of operational services agreements; pending, proposed or unanticipated regulatory or policy changes; the Company’s ability to obtain and renew required business licenses, leases, and operational services agreements; unanticipated fines, sanctions and suspensions imposed on the Company by its regulators; impact of global liquidity and credit availability; adverse tourism trends and further decreases in levels of travel, leisure and consumer spending; competition from established competitors and new entrants in the gaming business; dependence on key personnel; the Company’s ability to manage its capital projects and its expanding operations; the risk that systems, procedures and controls may not be adequate to meet regulatory requirements or to support current and expanding operations; potential undisclosed liabilities and capital expenditures associated with acquisitions; negative connotations linked to the gaming industry; First Nations rights with respect to some land on which we conduct our operations; future or current legal proceedings; construction disruptions; financial covenants associated with credit facilities and long-term debt; credit, liquidity and market risks associated with our financial instruments; interest and exchange rate fluctuations; non-realization of cost reductions and synergies; demand for new products and services; fluctuations in operating results; and economic uncertainty and financial market volatility. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause actions, events or results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. These factors and other risks and uncertainties are discussed in the Company’s continuous disclosure documents filed with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities from time to time, including in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s Annual Information Form for fiscal 2012, and as identified in the Company’s disclosure record on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.

Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on the forward-looking information, as there can be no assurance that the plans, intentions, or expectations upon which they are based will occur. The forward-looking information contained herein is made as of the date hereof, is subject to change after such date, and is expressly qualifie d in its entirety by cautionary statements in this press release. Forward-looking information is provided for the purpose of providing information about management’s current expectations and plans and allowing investors and others to get a better understanding of the Company’s operating environment. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise forward-looking information to reflect subsequent events or circumstances except as required by law.

ON BEHALF OF

GREAT CANADIAN GAMING CORPORATION

“Original Signed By Rod N. Baker”

Rod N. Baker
President and Chief Executive Officer

GREAT CANADIAN GAMING CORPORATION [TSX:GC] Suite #350 – 13775 Commerce Parkway
Richmond, BC V6V 2V4
(604) 303-1000
Website: www.gcgaming.com

For enquiries: ir@gcgaming.com or
Ms. Tanya Ruskowski
Executive Assistant to the President and Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial
Officer
(604) 303-1000

GREAT CANADIAN GAMING SECURES TEN YEAR EXTENSION TO RIVER ROCK CASINO RESORT’S OPERATIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT

September 19, 2013 – Richmond, BC – Great Canadian Gaming Corporation [TSX:GC] (“Great Canadian” or the “Company”) today announced that the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (“BCLC”) has approved the Company’s request to exercise its 10-year extension option for the River Rock Casino Resort’s Casino Operational Services Agreement (“COSA”). The initial 10-year term of the COSA was scheduled to expire June 23, 2014. This 10-year extension now resets the COSA expiry date to June 23, 2024.

“BCLC’s approval of the 10-year extension will allow River Rock Casino Resort to continue to provide exceptional and unparalleled entertainment experiences for our local and international guests alike.” said Rod N. Baker, Great Canadian’s President & Chief Executive Officer.

ABOUT GREAT CANADIAN GAMING CORPORATION

Great Canadian Gaming Corporation operates gaming, entertainment and hospitality facilities in British Columbia, Ontario, Nova Scotia and Washington State. The Company’s 17 gaming properties consist of ten casinos, including one with a Four Diamond hotel resort, four horse racetrack casinos, and three community gaming centres. As of June 30, 2013, the Company had approximately 4,000 employees in Canada and 600 in Washington State. Further information is available on the Company’s website, www.gcgaming.com.

DISCLAIMER

This press release contains certain “forward-looking information” or statements within the meaning of applicable securities legislation. Forward-looking information is based on the Company’s current expectations, estimates, projections and assumptions that were made by the Company in light of its historical trends and other factors. All information or statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking information including statements that address expectations, estimates or projections about the future, the terms and expected benefits of the normal course issuer bid, the Company’s strategy for growth, expected future expenditures, costs, operating and financial results, expected impact of future commitments, the future ability of the Company to operate the Georgian Downs and Flamboro Downs facilities and their profitability, and the ability of the Company to enter into new agreements for the operation of gaming facilities at Georgian Downs and Flamboro Downs. Forward-looking information may be identified by words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “expect”, or similar expressions. Such forward – looking information is not a guarantee of future performance and may involve a number of risks and uncertainties.

Although forward-looking information is based on information and assumptions that the Company believes are current, reasonable and complete, they are subject to unknown risks, uncertainties, and a number of factors that could cause actual results to vary materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Such factors may include, but are not limited to: terms of operational services agreements; pending, proposed or unanticipated regulatory or policy changes; the Company’s ability to obtain and renew required business licenses, leases, and operational services agreements; unanticipated fines, sanctions and suspensions imposed on the Company by its regulators; impact of global liquidity and credit availability; adverse tourism trends and further decreases in levels of travel, leisure and consumer spending; competition from established competitors and new

entrants in the gaming business; dependence on key personnel; the Company’s ability to manage its capital projects and its expanding operations; the risk that systems, procedures and controls may not be adequate to meet regulatory requirements or to support current and expanding operations; potential undisclosed liabilities and capital expenditures associated with acquisitions; negative connotations linked to the gaming industry; First Nations rights with respect to some land on which we conduct our operations; future or current legal proceedings; construction disruptions; financial covenants associated with credit facilities and long-term debt; credit, liquidity and market risks associated with our financial instruments; interest and exchange rate fluctuations; non-realization of cost reductions and synergies; demand for new products and services; fluctuations in operating results; and economic uncertainty and financial market volatility. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause actions, events or results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. These factors and other risks and uncertainties are discussed in the Company’s continuous disclosure documents filed with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities from time to time, including in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s Annual Information Form for fiscal 2012, and as identified in the Company’s disclosure record on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.

Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on the forward-looking information, as there can be no assurance that the plans, intentions, or expectations upon which they are based will occur. The forward-looking information contained herein is made as of the date hereof, is subject to change after such date, and is expressly qualified in its entirety by cautionary statements in this press release. Forward-looking information is provided for the purpose of providing information about management’s current expectations and plans and allowing investors and others to get a better understanding of the Company’s operating environment. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise forward-looking information to reflect subsequent events or circumstances except as required by law.

ON BEHALF OF

GREAT CANADIAN GAMING CORPORATION

“Original Signed By Rod N. Baker”

Rod N. Baker
President and Chief Executive Officer

GREAT CANADIAN GAMING CORPORATION [TSX:GC] Suite #350 – 13775 Commerce Parkway
Richmond, BC V6V 2V4
(604) 303-1000
Website: www.gcgaming.com

For enquiries: ir@gcgaming.com or
Ms. Tanya Ruskowski
Executive Assistant to the President and Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer
(604) 303-1000