

Canada
Statement By The Table Mountain Rancheria Tribal Council And Casino Board Of Directors
The Table Mountain Rancheria Tribal Council and Casino Board of Directors are preparing to “Welcome Back” guests on Monday, June 8, 2020 with doors opening from 10am until 2am and closing from 2am to 10am for continuous sanitation of the property.
On Monday, March 16, 2020 Table Mountain Casino ‘Voluntarily Closed’ as a precaution to the nationwide COVID-19 Pandemic and the CDC Recommendations, and in collaboration with Governor Newsom and our local Government.
During our twelve (12) week closure, our Casino and Rancheria teams have collaborated on an extensive and aggressive Health and Sanitation Program that emphasizes the safety, health and protection of our guests, team members and Tribe.
Upon arrival to our property, you will see firsthand our New Standards of Operations are as follows:
- The Casino Floor will be open to a 25% capacity of #750 active slot machines to allow for social distancing
- There will be a Guest occupancy level of 650 during the first phase of opening
- Guests must be active players, as no loitering will be permitted
- Mandatory temperature readings will be taken at the entrance doors. Guests with temperatures over 100.1 will be given a courtesy 2nd reading after five minutes; if temperature remains high, entry will be denied
- Guests age 65 and older and/or anyone with underlying health issues should follow CDC/Government guidelines on attending group events
- Masks are required upon entry and throughout your visit
- Club Cards are required for entry (Hosts will be available in the queue for sign-ups and reprints of Club Cards)
- Social Distancing decals have been placed throughout the property
- Table Games, Poker and Bingo will be closed until further notice
- Valet service will not be offered at this time
- No bus program will be offered at this time
- Food and Beverage: Eagles Landing Restaurant and the Mountain Feast Buffet will be closed until further notice
- TM Café will be open with a limited menu and all orders will be served in to-go containers
- The Mountain Feast Buffet will be utilized as a seating area to eat with a social distancing set up
- No children age 17 and under will be permitted on the property
- We have converted to a NO SMOKING property, with a designated limited access outside smoking area
- Plexiglass has been installed at our Club Hosts “Help Stations” and at our Casino cages
- Nearly 250 Sanitation Stations have been placed throughout our property for our Guests and Team Members to access
- Our Team Members have been provided with a mandatory social distancing training program and issued masks as a mandatory part of their uniform; gloves have been issued to be utilized as a precautionary tool based on their job duties
- Our TMC ‘Clean Team’ will be providing continuous sanitation throughout business hours, and at any time a guest may request their machine be sanitized for their comfort
As we enter this phase of reopening, the Tribal Council and Casino Board of Directors would like to remind our property guests that we are in this together and yes, it will take time to adjust to our new Standards of Operations as they are a necessity for all of our health and safety.
In advance, we would like to thank you for your patience and understanding as we welcome you back.
Our Tribal Council and Casino Board of Directors would like to recognize and thank our Tribal Nation’s Leaders as we unite and implement our ‘Extensive Health and Sanitation Protocols’ for the protection of our guests, team members and Tribal people.
This has been an unprecedented road that we have traveled to bring stability to our Tribal Governments. Table Mountain Rancheria commends your leadership and we will continue to join forces with Tribal Nations, Governor Newsom, the CDC and local governments for the protection of our communities.
Stay safe on this journey as we welcome our guests back.
SOURCE Table Mountain Casino
Canada
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa Opens with Legendary Guitar Smash and Star-Studded Celebration

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa officially opened its doors with a signature guitar smash, marking the arrival of Canada’s first fully integrated Hard Rock resort, a bold new destination where entertainment, hospitality, and music take center stage.
The $350 million resort brings the brand’s unmistakable energy to Canada’s capital, offering locals and visitors an immersive Hard Rock experience blending iconic music history with world-class entertainment, hospitality, dining, and gaming.
In true Hard Rock fashion, the opening festivities kicked off with the Canadian Tenors’ electrifying rendition of O Canada followed by the brand’s signature Guitar Smash, a modern take on the traditional ribbon-cutting ceremony. Executives, dignitaries, and community leaders took the stage to ceremoniously smash guitars, signaling the official opening of the state-of-the-art entertainment destination.
A special moment included the presentation of a $100,000 donation to Ottawa Food Bank, reinforcing Hard Rock’s commitment to giving back to the communities it serves.
“Bringing Hard Rock to Canada’s capital is an iconic milestone for our brand. We’re proud to expand our global footprint and create a destination where locals and visitors can experience world-class gaming, hospitality, and entertainment all in one place,” said Jim Allen, Chief Executive Officer of Hard Rock International.
“Our government is thrilled that Hard Rock chose Ontario for its first fully integrated hotel and casino venue in Canada. This new entertainment and hospitality destination will draw visitors from near and far to Ottawa, create and sustain hundreds of local jobs, and provide millions of dollars for local infrastructure and community programs,” said Stan Cho, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming.
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AGCO
MIXI Receives AGCO Approval for PointsBet Acquisition

PointsBet Holdings Limited announced that MIXI has received written confirmation that AGCO has no concerns with the proposed acquisition by MIXI of the shares in PointsBet Holdings Limited.
PointsBet has also received written confirmation from iGaming Ontario (iGO) in relation to MIXI’s proposed acquisition of shares in PointsBet.
Accordingly, the condition precedent to MIXI’s proposed PointsBet-Board recommended Takeover Bid relating to Ontario approvals in paragraph 4.5 of Schedule 1 of the Bid Implementation Deed dated 16 June 2025 (BID) has been satisfied.
MIXI’s proposed Takeover Bid remains subject to the satisfaction of certain other limited conditions as previously announced, including a 50.1% minimum acceptance of the proposed MIXI Offer (as defined in the BID).
The Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission provided its approval on 24 March 2025 for MIXI to acquire PointsBet. PointsBet confirmed that MIXI’s proposed Takeover Bid is no longer subject to any gaming regulatory approvals.
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AGCO
AGCO Fines Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto $350,000 for Serious Regulatory Violations Linked to Impromptu After-Party on Gaming Floor

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has issued monetary penalties totaling $350,000 against Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto for multiple violations of provincial gaming standards. The penalties follow an impromptu after-party that was permitted to take place in the pre-dawn hours directly on the casino’s gaming floor.
On September 27, 2024, an electronic dance music event attended by thousands of people was hosted in the theatre adjacent to the casino at Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto. The event was marked by widespread intoxication, disorderly behavior, and numerous criminal and medical incidents – both inside and outside the venue – including alleged assaults, drug overdoses, and acts of public indecency. Although paid duty officers were present, additional police and emergency services were required to manage the situation.
In the midst of this high-risk environment, casino management approved an unscheduled request by the performing artist to host an after-party on the active gaming floor. The artist and more than 400 guests were permitted onto the gaming floor where the artist was allowed to perform amidst operational table games and gaming machines – without any prior risk assessment or planning.
As a result, security personnel were unable to effectively control the casino floor, including witness reports that an attendee was seen climbing onto slot machines. Failure to maintain appropriate control compromises the security, safety, and integrity of the casino floor. Following the conclusion of the event, the operator failed to promptly report these incidents to the AGCO as required.
Based on the findings of its review, the AGCO’s Registrar has issued an Order of Monetary Penalty (OMP) totaling $350,000 against Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto. These penalties address critical failures in their operations, incident reporting, employee training, and the management of disturbances.
A gaming operator served with an OMP has 15 days to appeal the Registrar’s decision to the Licence Appeal Tribunal (LAT), an adjudicative tribunal that is part of Tribunals Ontario and independent of the AGCO.
“Casino operators have a fundamental duty to control their gaming environment. Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto’s lapses in this incident compromised the safety of patrons and the security and integrity of the gaming floor,” Dr. Karin Schnarr, Chief Executive Officer and Registrar of AGCO, said.
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