Baccarat Casino Prepares for Complete Renovation!
Edmonton's newest casino — the replacement for the ageing Baccarat Casino — will not push gambling and instead will focus on entertainment and hospitality, according to Tony Santano, CEO of Gateway and Entertainment.
Santano toured the site early last month for the Grand Villa Edmonton directly in-front of the Rodgers Place. He expects the casino to open in September, if scheduled worked goes ahead as planned.
Owning both the Baccarat and the Grand Villa Edmonton, there were worries that one would be the direct replica of the other. Santo has ensured The Baccarat is a unique and exciting project.
Understanding that The Baccarat is an outdated facility, Santo believes that it doesn't reflect the future of the casino market.
With three restaurants and a dedicated food court, there's going to be plenty of places to eat at the Grand Villa.
Music to the ears of many, the new building is receiving a complete upgrade.
Santo believes that casinos can no longer thrive by offering mere gambling services — they need to be a hub of excitement.
Responsible gambling is also an important matter which Santo takes seriously and has ensured that the AGLC will be consulted to ensure resources about responsible gambling are available.
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