Casinos

We use specialized third-party expertise to analyze and determine demand for a new gaming facility and the games that would best serve the market. Factors include population data, existing gaming facilities, and estimated revenue potential in the area.

When we identify a new market, we issue an “expression of interest” to all local governments in the area, which then notify us whether they wish to be considered to host a facility. An independent, third-party fairness monitor oversees our review of submissions based on a number of factors.

We select a private-sector operator to build and operate the proposed facility on our behalf.

The preferred host local government is informed that we intend to bring forward a gaming proposal.

We’re committed to community engagement and to understanding what’s important to British Columbians. The preferred host local government is obligated under the Gaming Control Act to seek and consider input from the community and notify neighbouring governments.

Upon approval from the preferred host local government, we make a final decision regarding whether to proceed with the development of a new gaming facility.