History and Background
Located on the banks of the South Saskatchewan River, Casino Regina has been a prominent entertainment destination in Winnipeg’s sister city for over two decades. Opened in 1989 as a casino and hotel complex, it was one of the first of its kind in Western Canada. Initially operating under the name “Regina Casino,” it quickly gained popularity among locals and visitors alike.
The venue underwent significant renovations between 2008 and 2010 to expand its gaming floor area by over 40%. Following these upgrades, the casino now boasts more than 1,400 slot machines, table games casino-regina.ca like poker, blackjack, roulette, and craps. Its new and improved entertainment spaces host live events such as concerts and stand-up comedy performances.
Operations and Management
Casino Regina operates under a partnership between Great Canadian Gaming Corporation (GCUC), the government of Saskatchewan, and its parent company, Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited. GCUC manages and owns the majority stake in this joint venture with provincial authorities holding significant equity.
With regards to licensing regulations set out by Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority’s “Liquor Gaming Commission,” casino operators must ensure compliance at all times during normal business hours or risk penalties. Regular audits are performed on operations, including financial statements as part of overseeing adherence to applicable laws governing casinos.
Types of Games Offered
The extensive gaming portfolio available in Regina is divided between electronic and table-based entertainment options catering diverse player preferences:
Electronic Gaming Options
- Slots & Video Poker : Over 1,000 popular slots games from various providers with many jackpot opportunities.
- Tombstone Hold’em Bonus Poker : Progressive Jackpot poker machines allowing multiple winning combinations to pay out progressive jackpots.
Table Games
- Classic tables like blackjack, craps and roulette
- Poker options (Texas hold’ em)
- Specialty table games such as Baccarat
