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      • Located in the scenic backdrop of Scugog Island, the Great Blue Heron Hotel captures the style of modern guest rooms steps away from the excitement of the casino. Discover the inspiration behind the hotel from concept to completion.

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National AccessAbility Week
Posted On: June 1, 2023
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Great Canadian Entertainment celebrates National Accessability Week

Great Canadian Entertainment celebrates National AccessAbility Week We are committed to creating a welcoming & inclusive environment for team members and guests Great Canadian Entertainment is pleased to recognize May 28 to June 3, 2023, as National AccessAbility Week. This week is an opportunity to celebrate our contributions towards ...

Rick Hansen
Posted On: May 5, 2023
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River Rock Casino Resort becomes first casino in Canada to receive Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification

Great Canadian Entertainment is very proud to announce that its River Rock Casino Resort (“River Rock”) in Richmond, BC is the first casino in Canada to receive the Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification (“RHFAC”). This certification is an independent, third-party assessment that evaluates buildings and facilities based on various ...

Pickering Grand Opening
Posted On: April 27, 2023
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$500M Pickering Casino Resort officially opens with a bang: Sold-out Bryan Adams concert, confetti cannons and $50K donation to Ajax-Pickering Hospital Foundation

TORONTO (April 26, 2023) – Last night, the $500M Pickering Casino Resort celebrated its “Official Grand Opening” with an unforgettable performance by legendary Canadian singer-songwriter Bryan Adams and an inauguration celebration that featured ceremonial confetti cannons and a declaration from Great Canadian Entertainment CEO Matt Anfinson that the landmark ...

Chef Oliver Heupel
Posted On: April 25, 2023
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Meet Chef Oliver Heupel

Meet Chef Oliver Heupel Great Canadian Entertainment’s culinary team is doing big things at our restaurants across our sites. This Team Member Spotlight we introduce you to one of our shining stars, Chef Oliver Heupel. Chef Oliver is the Resort Executive Chef at Pickering Casino Resort and Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto. ...

Jackpot Winner at Casino Woodbine
Posted On: April 21, 2023
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$3.2 Million Progressive Jackpot won at Casino Woodbine

$3.2 Million Progressive Jackpot won at Casino Woodbine Great Canadian Rewards member wins big after personal tragedy TORONTO (April 21, 2023) – Great Canadian Entertainment is thrilled to announce that Casino Woodbine guest and Great Canadian Rewards member Marcelo Loyola, a Toronto-based solutions contractor, has won a massive $3.2 ...

Elements Casino Chilliwack Cheque Presentation
Posted On: April 13, 2023
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Elements Casino Chilliwack Presents $820K to Knight Road Legacy Association for Community Support

ELEMENTS CASINO CHILLIWACK PRESENTS $820K TO KNIGHT ROAD LEGACY ASSOCIATION FOR COMMUNITY SUPPORT Funds will help support local charitable and not-for-profit organizations in Chilliwack, BC, and marks the largest single-payment community investment for the Chilliwack-based casino Chilliwack, BC (April 12, 2023): The Knight Road Legacy Association (KRLA) was presented ...

Great Canadian Entertainment Female Team
Posted On: March 8, 2023
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Great Canadian Entertainment making meaningful impacts this International Women’s Day

March 8, 2023 (Toronto, ON) – Each year, International Women’s Day is celebrated, globally, on March 8th. It’s a reminder that all women have a place in every aspect of Canadian society, including the workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, Great Canadian Entertainment is commemorating this year’s International Women’s ...

Coming Soon Summer 2023 Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto
Posted On: March 8, 2023
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Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto, Canada’s Largest Destination Casino Resort, To Open This Summer

Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto, Canada’s Largest Destination Casino Resort, To Open This Summer Brand New $1 Billion Dollar Destination to Open This Summer, Featuring Casino, Hotel, Entertainment Venue and Multiple Dining Outlets March 8, 2023 (Toronto, ON) – Great Canadian Entertainment, Canada’s leader in gaming and hospitality, announced today ...

Bryan Adams Wed April 26 | 8 PM in The Arena at Pickering Casino Resort
Posted On: March 6, 2023
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Iconic Canadian Entertainer Bryan Adams To Officially Open The Arena At Pickering Casino Resort On April 26

Iconic Canadian Entertainer Bryan Adams To Officially Open The Arena At Pickering Casino Resort On April 26 Pickering, Ontario (March 6, 2023) – Great Canadian Entertainment, Canada’s leading gaming and hospitality company announced today that the highly anticipated 2,500-seat The Arena at Pickering Casino Resort is set to open ...

Katie Lever
Posted On: March 1, 2023
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Katie Lever Appointed General Counsel, Corporate Secretary, and Chief Privacy Officer of Great Canadian Entertainment

March 1, 2023 (Toronto, ON) – Great Canadian Entertainment, Canada’s leading gaming and hospitality company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Katie Lever as General Counsel, Corporate Secretary, and Chief Privacy Officer. In her new role, Ms. Lever will be responsible for overseeing the company’s legal, privacy, and ...

Go for a great time. Stay for a great night.
Posted On: January 16, 2023
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Pickering Casino Resort Hotel is NOW OPEN!

275-Room Hotel Newest Venue to Open at Great Canadian Entertainment’s New $500M Pickering Casino Resort January 16, 2023 (TORONTO, ON) – Great Canadian Entertainment, Canada’s leader in gaming and hospitality, today announced that the brand new 275-room Pickering Casino Resort Hotel is now open and accepting reservations. Located east ...

WHERE GREAT BEGINS. Great Canadian Entertainment logo
Posted On: December 15, 2022
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Great Canadian Entertainment Promotes Ron Urquhart to COO; Appoints Gavin Whiteley as CMO

December 15, 2022 (Toronto, ON) – Great Canadian Entertainment (“Great Canadian” or the “Company”) today announced that its current Executive Vice President of Operations in the Greater Toronto Area, Ron Urquhart, has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer, and Gavin Whiteley has been appointed as the Company’s Chief Marketing ...

Where Great Begins - Great Canadian Entertainment - Text with GCE logo on dark blue background
Posted On: November 21, 2022
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Great Canadian Appoints Matthew Anfinson as CEO, Jordan Banks as Executive Chairperson

Tony Rodio Retires as CEO November 21, 2022 (Toronto, ON) – Great Canadian Entertainment (“Great Canadian” or the “Company”) today announced that Anthony ‘Tony’ Rodio, Chief Executive Officer, is retiring as CEO and director and the Board of Directors has appointed Matthew Anfinson, previously the Company’s Chief Operating Officer, ...

A matchup of two players
Posted On: October 28, 2022
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Great Canadian Entertainment Launches In-Person Sports Betting Across Ten Of Its Ontario Destinations

A first-of-its-kind gaming and entertainment experience for sports enthusiasts in Ontario October 28, 2022 (Toronto, ON) – Great Canadian Entertainment (“Great Canadian” or the “Company”) is proud to announce that effective today, guests can now make in-person sports bets at ten of its Ontario destinations. Four of its destinations, ...

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Posted On: September 29, 2022
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Great Canadian commemorating National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Great Canadian team members encouraged to wear orange ribbons to support and acknowledge the Canadian statutory holiday, and company to make donations to four Indigenous charities September 30, 2022 (Toronto, ON) – Great Canadian Entertainment (“Great Canadian” or “the Company”) will be commemorating National Day for Truth and Reconciliation ...

Where great begins Great Canadian Entertainment
Posted On: July 19, 2022
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Great Canadian Gaming Corporation Rebrands to Great Canadian Entertainment; Announces New Website and Loyalty Rewards Program

New branding and loyalty program elevate expectations for Canadian casino entertainment August 3, 2022, Toronto, ON – Great Canadian Gaming Corporation (“Great Canadian” or the “Company”) announced that it has rebranded as Great Canadian Entertainment reflecting the company’s strategy to set a new industry standard for gaming entertainment in ...

Knight Road Legacy Association
Posted On: July 10, 2022
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Elements Casino Chilliwack makes annual payment of $192,560 to Knight Road Legacy Association (KRLA)

Since 2012, KRLA has received over $3.5 million from Elements Casino Chilliwack CHILLIWACK, BC – On June 28th, 2022, Knight Road Legacy Association (KRLA) received its annual payment from Elements Casino Chilliwack in the amount of $192,560 for its share of slot machine revenue in 2021. Elements Casino Chilliwack ...

Jann Arden

Saturday, June 24, 2023

JANN ARDEN

Join us in The Arena at Pickering Casino Resort for an unforgettable performance from multi-platinum award winning singer, songwriter, actress and author Jann Arden.