New Cascades casino coming up in Chatham-Kent under the expansion of Gateway casino plans; Gateway casino operates 26 gaming properties with 282 tables, over 9,500 slots, 68 restaurants and bars and 272 hotel rooms.
Even though venues in the big cities steal the show, there are plenty of impressive cafes in Ontario. These vibrant getaways are the perfect places to relax and enjoy coffee without having to deal with massive crowds. Instead of catering to the masses, these cafes treat those who appreciate laying low. The best part is the fact that they are scattered throughout Ontario. Their tucked away locations provide the perfect excuse to explore new towns that are routinely overlooked. Spring …
As Canada prepares to federally legalize marijuana, a number of massive companies are jumping into the industry. This new market is estimated to be worth $8.7 billion, so it’s no surprise that major corporations want in on the action. While this fresh wave of investment ensures that marijuana remains legal, it also creates a conundrums for pot growing veterans. On one hand, Canada legalizing marijuana is ground breaking. It will become the first nation in North America to completely legalize …
New restrictions aimed at money laundering in B.C. casinos were imposed in January 2018, almost two years after similar recommendations were rejected by the BC Lottery Corporation. The changes, brought in to disrupt the flow of suspicious transactions, had first been proposed in 2015 by regulators, and the province’s gambling and enforcement branch renewed calls for a clampdown the following year. According to the Attorney-General David Eby the rule changes are not glamorous or innovative. Under the new regime, high …
When it comes to beer production, Canada is just starting to spread its wings. This Northern wonderland has recently witnessed a dramatic increase in domestic breweries and international export. In 2016 alone, the number of brewing facilities rose by 20.3%. This put the national total of brewing facilities at 775, which was a stark increase from the 644 facilities in 2015. Out of this tsunami of breweries, over half of them are located in Ontario or Québec. This selection is …
It is a true fact that came up to reveal by the internal audit team obtained by Postmedia in 2015 that the hundreds of VIP gamblers at Richmond’s River Rock Casino worked in real estate, The confidential memo that stated this did not state whether these gamblers work in B.C.’s or China’s real estate sector. Again in August 2016 internal review filed to B.C. Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch compliance director Len Meilleur was conducted to examine the amount of cash …
Even though spring is approaching fast, many Canadians are scrambling to find warm travel destinations. By flying to vacation spots in different continents, Canadian tourists can get a preview of warmer weather. These areas provide the sunshine and thrills that remain elusive this time of year. When picking the ideal winter travel spot, there are many factors to consider. The holidays are long gone, so most people can’t escape work for long. This makes vacationing in America ideal, since it’s …
Out of all the new apps being released, a surprising amount are coming from Canada. Instead of sticking to tradition, these apps highlight Canadian ingenuity. From new ways to maneuver commuting to massive photography platforms, some releases are groundbreaking. As Canadian releases make their way onto international platforms, the world’s perception is changing. This new wave of Canadian apps is creating newfound respect for Canadian developers. Now that Canadian apps are impossible to ignore, more smartphone users are using them. …
In our last post you came to know the most notorious lottery scandals that happened in Ontario. The lotto scam of 2007 where Bob Edmonds whose winning $250,000 Encore ticket was stolen by a clerk at the store that he went to in order to have the ticket checked was the most shocking. That’s because OLG had ignored Edmonds’ repeated inquiries after the clerk was named the rightful winner. Even after the clerk was arrested for fraud, OLG refused to …
While many people dream of winning the lottery, most are too financially inexperienced to handle winning it. Even though millionaires make it look easy, it takes lots of monetary prowess to be able to properly manage money. Everyone can use a boost of cash, but being flooded with an ungodly sum brings unwanted consequences. From mooching family members to gold-digging friends, winning the lottery brings out the worst in everyone around you. In a couple years, most lottery winners are …
