Tom Cochrane and Red Rider Scheduled to Perform at the Grand Opening of Elements Casino Victoria

VICTORIA, March 7, 2018 /CNW/ - On May 5, 2018, Elements Casino Victoria will host a Grand Opening celebration featuring Canada's iconic rock star and eight-time Juno Award winner Tom Cochrane and Red Rider.

"We are thrilled and excited to welcome our guests and the community to the grand opening celebration and showcase the multi-million dollar redevelopment we have been focused on for the past twelve months. I am confident that with all the new offerings, Elements Casino Victoria will quickly become a major entertainment hub for the whole lower island marketplace," said Chris Lynn, Executive Director of Vancouver Island Casino Operations, Great Canadian Gaming Corporation. 

Tom Cochrane and Red Rider will be the first artists to grace the stage of the Platinum Room, a 500-person entertainment space that is equipped to host a variety of acts and performances.

The 70,000 square foot gaming floor will feature approximately 800 slot machines, up to 25 table games and a variety of dining options that include: The Well Public House, Victoria's newest local restaurant, pub and bar serving casual dining favourites and well-crafted drinks paired with live entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights; The Diamond Buffet, a place for all the senses where delectable, fresh and local food selections are prepared daily; Chi Express, specializing in Asian cuisine with noodle bowl options and Chef's statement dishes while 1708 Quick Bites, is made for those who enjoy great bites and burgers made their way.

"For those who would like to get a sneak peek of the facility prior to May 5, Elements Casino Victoria will have gaming and dining amenities available by late March," added Lynn.

Elements Casino Victoria is owned and operated by Great Canadian Gaming Corporation, a leading owner and operator of 25 gaming entertainment venues across Canada and Washington State.

"Introducing Elements Casino Victoria to the Great Canadian family of properties will be a momentous occasion for us as the new venue will be in the ranks of River Rock Casino Resort, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver and Elements Casino in Surrey," said Raj Mutti, Vice President Operations West, Great Canadian Gaming Corporation. 

Tickets for Tom Cochrane and Red Rider go on sale March 16, 2018 and will be available for purchase at ticketmaster.com. For more information about the Grand Opening festivities, please visit elementscasinovictoria.com.

Founded in 1982, Great Canadian Gaming Corporation is a BC based company that operates 25 gaming, entertainment and hospitality facilities in British Columbia, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Washington State. Fundamental to the company's culture is its commitment to social responsibility. "PROUD of our people, our business, our community" is Great Canadian's brand that unifies the company's community, volunteering and social responsibility efforts. Under the PROUD program, Great Canadian annually invests over $2.5 million in our communities, and in 2016, over 1,500 charitable organizations were supported by Great Canadian. In each Canadian gaming jurisdiction, a significant portion of gross gaming revenue from gaming facilities is retained by our crown partners on behalf of their provincial government for the purpose of supporting programs like healthcare, education and social services.

SOURCE Great Canadian Gaming Corporation - Media Relations

Sonja Mandic, Director, Media Relations & Social Responsibility, Great Canadian Gaming Corporation, 604.889.7114, [email protected]