Richmond, B.C. (November 16, 2016) – River Rock Casino Resort is pleased to announce that the winner of the 2016 Canadian Mahjong Championship Finals is Mr. Woon Fai Wong who took home more than $14,000 in prizes along with the coveted title of 2016 Canadian Mahjong Champion.

On Nov. 12 and 13, River Rock Casino Resort hosted the Canadian Championship Finals where players competed for a chance to advance to the World Series of Mahjong Main Event Finals which will be held at the Venetian Macao early next year.

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Surrey, BC (November 1, 2016) – Elements Casino is proud to announce that it will be the first casino & racetrack in Canada to host and co-present the inaugural eSports Street Fighter V Tournament on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016.

The event will officially launch the Grand Opening of the Elements eSports Lounge, home to all future eSports activities, tournaments and events in British Columbia. READ MORE

Peterborough/Gananoque, ON (September 27, 2016): Great Canadian Gaming Corporation (GCGC) is pleased to announce that the company’s Shorelines Casinos operations are welcoming Craig DeMarta to the position of Vice President, Operations East and celebrating Andy LaCroix’s new role as Executive Director, Stakeholder Relations, in the Province of Ontario.

DeMarta will now oversee and be responsible for the overall strategic direction, development and management of all Shorelines Casino locations which includes Shorelines Casino Thousand Islands, Shorelines Slots at Kawartha Downs and the future Shorelines Casino Belleville.

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September 20, 2016, Vancouver, B.C., – Great Canadian Gaming Corporation [TSX: GC] and BCLC have announced plans to enhance gaming and entertainment options at the View Royal Casino. The planned upgrades are designed to respond to the growth opportunity in the Greater Victoria marketplace.

Since 2001, the View Royal Casino has been providing casino entertainment in the Greater Victoria area.

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Peterborough/Gananoque, ON. (September 12, 2016): As active community participants who are passionate about protecting and preserving their local environments, both Shorelines Casino Thousand Islands and Shorelines Slots Kawartha Downs will be participating in the Annual Great Canadian Shorelines Clean Up. On September 14, the team from Shorelines Casino Thousand Islands will clean-up the Joel Stone Heritage Park, located in the Town of Gananoque, starting at 10am.

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Belleville, ON. (August 15, 2016): As the Shorelines Casino Belleville construction crew gears up to meet the anticipated completion date of late 2016, the management team has taken its cue and has officially commenced the hiring process. In preparation for the task at hand, the team officially hired Shorelines Casino Belleville’s first employee, Appel Maracle.

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Chilliwack, B.C (May 6, 2016): Last week, Chances Chilliwack presented the Knight Road Legacy Association with a payment of $348,607.

The contribution was issued as a part of the trailing payments agreement which is based on the facilities performance levels for the year. The agreement will be in effect for the next 20 years and this is the fourth payment received by the Association. Last year, the Association received $291,316.

There are a total of 49 charity organizations that belong to the Knight Road Legacy Association and were the original owners and operators of Chilliwack Bingo.

“We always look forward to this time of the year because it allows us to provide financial support to the Knight Road Legacy Association. This is a group of remarkable charities and non-profit organizations that make a difference in the Chilliwack community every single day,” said Shawn Duncan, Director of Operations, Chances Chilliwack.

Members of the Knight Road Legacy Association include:

#147 Airwolf Air Cadets,
1725 Royal Canadian Military Army Cadets,
Alano Club of Chilliwack,
Ann Davis Transition Society,
Big Brothers Big Sisters Upper Fraser Valley,
Chilliwack & District Agricultural Society,
Chilliwack Academy of Music,
Chilliwack Community Arts Council,
Chilliwack Community Band,
Chilliwack Community Services,
Chilliwack District Seniors Resource Society,
Chilliwack Elks Lodge #48 BPOE,
Chilliwack Family YMCA,
Chilliwack Flight Festival Society,
Chilliwack Hospice Society,
Chilliwack Hospital Auxiliary,
Chilliwack Knights of Columbus,
Chilliwack Minor Baseball,
Chilliwack Minor Fastpitch,
Chilliwack Minor Football,
Chilliwack Minor Lacrosse,
Chilliwack Museum & Historical Society,
Cultus Lake Community School,
Cultus Lake-Chilliwack Stingrays Swim Club,
Fraser Valley Brain Injury,
Fraser Valley Junior Football,
Fraser Valley Shriner Club #11,
Greater Vancouver Ski Patrol,
Harrison Festival Society,
Hobby Hill Preschool,
Kiwanis Club of Chilliwack,
Kiwanis Club of Sardis,
Lions Stellar J,
Mount Cheam Lions,
Optimist Club of Chilliwack,
Rotary Club Chilliwack Fraser,
Rotary Club Mt Cheam,
Royal Canadian Legion BR#280,
Royal Canadian Legion BR#4,
Royal Canadian Legion BR#4 LA,
Saint John Ambulance,
Sardis Elementary PAC,
Sardis Fliers Speed Skating,
Soroptimist International of Chilliwack,
Spartan Swim Club,
Track & Field,
Vancouver Adapted Music,
Vedder Elementary PAC,
Watson Elementary PAC.

“Knight Road Legacy Association would like to recognize Chances Chilliwack as a great community and business partner that values the importance of giving back,” said Jerry Wernicke, President of the Knight Road Legacy Association.

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Great Canadian Gaming Corporation is a Canadian based company that operates gaming, entertainment and hospitality facilities in British Columbia, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Washington State. The Company has 19 gaming properties, which consists of twelve casinos, including a four Diamond resort hotel in Richmond, British Columbia and a four star resort in Moncton, New Brunswick, four horse racetrack casinos and three community gaming centres. A key element of Great Canadian’s business model is its commitment to social responsibility. “PROUD of our people, our business, our community” is Great Canadian’s brand that unifies the company’s community, volunteering and social responsibility efforts. Under the PROUD program, Great Canadian annually invests over $2 million in our communities, and in 2015, over 2,000 charitable organizations were supported by Great Canadian. In each Canadian gaming jurisdiction, a significant portion of gross gaming revenue from gaming facilities is retained by our crown partners on behalf of their provincial government for the purpose of supporting programs like healthcare, education and social services.

For further information, please contact:

MEDIA CONTACT:
Sonja Mandic
Director, Media Relations and Social Responsibility
Great Canadian Gaming Corporation
smandic@gcgaming.com

Surrey, B.C. (May 6, 2016): In honour of Bill Davis, a longtime horseman, harness racing trainer and driver, who recently passed away at the age of 54, Elements Casino will host a special commemorative ceremony in early October when the new racing season begins.
“We want to take the opportunity to honour and show our respect for a man who has done so much for harness racing in British Columbia during his lifetime. He was a remarkable trainer and driver known for being one of the hardest workers in the game,” said Chuck Keeling, Vice President for Great Canadian Gaming Corporation and former General Manager of Fraser Downs.
“I’m relatively new to the industry, but the name Bill Davis was one I learned about quickly. We were all shocked to hear the news of his passing,” said Michael Kim, General Manager, Elements Casino.
Davis earned the nickname ‘The Dominator’ for his outstanding driving and training records which resulted in him receiving numerous designations. He was a two-time O’Brien Award winner who had 5,477 wins during his driving career and netted more than $22 million in purses. As a trainer, Davis won 3,466 races which translated into earnings in excess of $16 million.
His greatest success was his ability to guide and train his son Billy, who is currently a top driver on the elite Ontario racing circuit.
Details regarding the commemorative ceremony at Elements Casino will be shared closer to the opening date of the upcoming racing season scheduled for October 6, 2016.

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Sonja Mandic
Director, Media Relations and Social Responsibility
604.889.7114
smandic@gcgaming.com

VICTORIA, B.C. (May 3, 2016): After a year of planning and development, View Royal Casino in partnership with Wilson’s Transportation Ltd are excited to announce the launch of the WestShore Express Shuttle scheduled for Thursday, May 5.

The WestShore Express Shuttle will provide an affordable and reliable transportation option for passengers travelling from the casino to Victoria’s International Airport, BC Ferries terminal, Uptown and Downtown Victoria. View Royal Casino and Wilson’s Transportation have partnered to provide the service with the aim of connecting the communities of West Shore with the remainder of the island.

“We are extremely proud and thrilled to be able to present this transportation option that will not only provide greater access to our communities, but it will also allow for greater exposure for many local businesses in the area,” said Chris Lynn, Executive Director, Island Operations, Great Canadian Gaming Corporation.

To celebrate this important milestone, Mayor of View Royal, David Screech along with Mayor of Langford, Stewart Young, as well as other members of the community, will participate in the launch ceremony scheduled to take place at the View Royal Casino on Thursday, May 5 at 10 am.

“I am confident that the WestShore Express Shuttle will provide a great benefit to our region amongst which of course is greater access for locals and tourists,” said Mayor David Screech.

“I would like to recognize the efforts of the View Royal Casino in making this shuttle service a reality. Their dedication and commitment to this project has been tremendous and that is what makes them a great community partner,” said Mayor Stewart Young.

“The WestShore Express is a project that we committed to with View Royal Casino as we believe that there is a great opportunity to connect both visitors and residents alike with the West Shore Community,” said John Wilson, CEO of Wilson’s Transportation. “It will also provide people living on the West Shore easy access to other modes of transportation including the BC Ferries and the Victoria Airport.”

The shuttle cost is $5 per ride or $10 for an all-day fare which allows unlimited use. Passengers will also have the ability to utilize the park and ride service that will be available at the View Royal Casino.

What: WestShore Express Shuttle Launch Ceremony
When: Thursday, May 5 at 10 am
Where: View Royal Casino, 1708 Island Hwy, Victoria

To learn more about the West Shore Express Shuttle and see the detailed routes, please visit http://www.viewroyalcasino.com/shuttle/.

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ABOUT GREAT CANADIAN GAMING CORPORATION

Great Canadian Gaming Corporation is a Canadian based company that operates gaming, entertainment and hospitality facilities in British Columbia, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Washington State. The Company has 19 gaming properties, which consists of twelve casinos, including a four Diamond resort hotel in Richmond, British Columbia and a four star resort in Moncton, New Brunswick, four horse racetrack casinos and three community gaming centres. A key element of Great Canadian’s business model is its commitment to social responsibility. “PROUD of our people, our business, our community” is Great Canadian’s brand that unifies the company’s community, volunteering and social responsibility efforts. Under the PROUD program, Great Canadian annually invests over $2 million in our communities, and in 2015, over 2,000 charitable organizations were supported by Great Canadian. In each Canadian gaming jurisdiction, a significant portion of gross gaming revenue from gaming facilities is retained by our crown partners on behalf of their provincial government for the purpose of supporting programs like healthcare, education and social services.

ABOUT WILSON’S TRANSPORTATION LTD.

Wilson’s Transportation Ltd. is a locally owned and operated business in the Victoria community for over 35 years known for its exceptional customer service.  As Vancouver Island’s largest charter transportation company with over 140 vehicles available, Wilson’s Transportation offers charters and rentals for all types of groups and events from small elite tours to large conferences.  In addition to its core business offering of bus charters and rentals, the company operates Gray Line Sightseeing Victoria as well as scheduled services including the YYJ Airport Shuttle and the BC Ferries Connector.  The company also operates an eight bay mechanical and body shop facility where its contracts include retrofitting BC Transit buses. Wilson’s is committed to actively supporting a healthy and vibrant community not only through sponsorships and charitable donations but also by having its leadership team volunteer on various boards and committees.

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MEDIA CONTACT:

Sonja Mandic
Director, Media Relations and Social Responsibility
604.889.7114
smandic@gcgaming.com

PETERBOROUGH, ON, April 12, 2016 /CNW/ – Ontario Gaming East Limited Partnership (OGELP) is moving forward with proposed plans to develop and operate a new, multi-faceted entertainment property in the City of Peterborough. If successful, it would mean the relocation of the current slot machine facility located at Kawartha Downs.

“We are excited about the prospect of a Shorelines gaming operation being developed in the City of Peterborough, but we recognize that there are a series of approvals necessary from the City, Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) and the Government of Ontario, before we can proceed,” said Andy LaCroix, Executive Director, Ontario Operations, Great Canadian Gaming Corporation. “OGELP will strive to be an employer of choice and an economic contributor focused on being an active community participant, should we receive all necessary approvals,” added LaCroix.

The new Shorelines gaming property, proposed for 1400 Crawford Drive, would be named Shorelines Casino Peterborough and would feature a series of non-gaming amenities to complement a gaming floor comprised of slot machines and table games.

The formal process with the City of Peterborough will commence in accordance with the City’s official zoning and bylaw procedures.

Ontario Gaming East Limited Partnership, in which Great Canadian Gaming Corporation is the majority shareholder and lead operator, was selected as the successful proponent by the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) to operate gaming facilities in OLG’s Gaming Bundle 2 (East Gaming Bundle). The East Gaming Bundle contains three gaming zones. The first gaming zone includes the Township of Cavan Monaghan, the City of Peterborough and surrounding areas, and is currently served by Shorelines Slots at Kawartha Downs. The second gaming zone includes a new build opportunity to service the City of Belleville and the municipality of Quinte West. The third gaming zone includes the City of Kingston and surrounding areas, including Gananoque and Leeds and Thousand Islands, and is currently served by Shorelines Casino Thousand Islands. To learn more about the Shorelines Casino offerings, please visit www.shorelinescasinos.com.

Great Canadian Gaming Corporation is a Canadian based company that operates gaming, entertainment and hospitality facilities in British Columbia, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Washington State. The Company has 19 gaming properties, which consists of twelve casinos, including two with a four Diamond resort hotel, four horse racetrack casinos and three community gaming centres. A key element of Great Canadian’s business model is its commitment to social responsibility. “PROUD of our people, our business, our community” is Great Canadian’s brand that unifies the company’s community, volunteering and social responsibility efforts. Under the PROUD program, Great Canadian annually invests over $2 million in our communities, and in 2015, over 2,000 charitable organizations were supported by Great Canadian. In each Canadian gaming jurisdiction, a significant portion of gross gaming revenue from gaming facilities is retained by our crown partners on behalf of their provincial government for the purpose of supporting programs like healthcare, education and social services.

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MEDIA CONTACT:

Sonja Mandic
Director, Media Relations and Social Responsibility
Great Canadian Gaming Corporation
604.303.6169
smandic@gcgaming.com