MGM and Cadillac Fairview were submitted a cease and desist order from the operators of the CNE yesterday. The motion is part of an ongoing war of words between MGM and the CNE over the rights to Exhibition Place. MGM is one of the leading contenders vying for operating rights of the proposed Toronto casino,…
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The Toronto casino vote has been delayed longer than expected, according to a joint release statement from Toronto city hall and the OLG. An executive sub-committee put together by Mayor Rob Ford to review the casino proposal won’t see the report compiling all the information next week as scheduled. Ford’s staff refused to discuss the…
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MGM and their Canadian property development partner Cadillac Fairview are the frontrunners for rights to the Toronto casino. Records show the group has been extensively lobbying city councilors throughout February, and are expected to continue fighting for the casino rights through March. MGM unveiled designs for a gaming entertainment complex near the end of February,…
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During the course of his career with the Chicago Bulls, Dennis Rodman became known as one of the most controversial players in the game due to his bodily piercings and rebellious attitude. Fans of the NBA would often bet on Rodman’s theatrics, and what would be the next controversial move the disgruntled star made. However,…
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The government of Canada has been responsible for notable cyber security breaches over the last few months, and this week another breach was brought to daylight. A federal agency lost a laptop, a USB data drive, and several documented reports on October 18 last year that sources admit contain personal information of gamblers who regularly…
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The OLG casinos have divided support in Ontario communities, but have also divided political leaders. Ontario’s Liberal party is considered a co-architect of the OLG gaming modernization strategy, and as such believe in the idea of urban casinos. However, federal Liberal leadership candidates – including front-runner Justin Trudeau – seemingly oppose the strategy endorsed by…
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New Jersey could have legalized online gambling as early as February 26. The state legislatures have said they will vote on amendments from Governor Chris Christie no later than the end of the month, and re-submit the online gambling bill to the Governor’s desk for approval. If Christie signs the bill – he has said…
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Could the horseracing industry be the turning point of Ontario’s next election? The rural communities in the province have reacted swiftly and strongly against former Premier Dalton McGuinty’s cancellation of the slots at racetrack program in order to focus on the OLG casino proposals. The Liberal government remains in a minority position, and needs support…
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The integrity of the world’s most popular sport has been challenged following revelations of a worldwide match fixing scam. Prosecutors allege that World Cup qualifying matches and European soccer championships – including the Premier League – were fixed by corrupt officials reporting to an organized crime ring operating out of Singapore. Investigators say they won’t…
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MGM took another step forward to receive licensing for the Toronto casino if city council approves the venture. The Las Vegas based company has partnered with Cadillac Fairview, one of Canada’s largest office real estate companies, to develop the MGM’s proposed casino designs. MGM CEO Jim Murren was in Toronto earlier this month to lobby…
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