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Largest Ever Gathering of Canadian Gaming Industry Representatives
Largest ever gathering of Canadian gaming industry representatives to be held in Toronto April 25-27 National Economic Impact Study results unveiled/ Comedian Martin Short to headline opening gala Toronto, April 20, 2007— More than 1250 members of Canada’s gaming industry are expected to converge on Toronto April 25-27 to attend the Canadian Gaming Summit, a three-day…
Read MoreNumber one reason Canadians gamble is for fun, not money
National survey of attitudes and gambling behaviours reveals surprising insights April 11, 2007 – Twice as many Canadians gamble simply for the fun of it, than gamble in an effort to make money, according to theannual NationalGaming Monitor: a cross-country survey of the opinions of 1,000 Canadians on the subject of gaming. Forty-eight per cent of those who…
Read MorePlay with Confidence in Canadian Casinos and Gaming Facilities
PLAY WITH CONFIDENCE IN CANADIAN CASINOS AND GAMING FACILITIES (TORONTO – March 1, 2007) Canadians can continue to play their games of chance with confidence the President of the Canadian Gaming Association (CGA) said today. “Trust is the cornerstone of the gaming business and Canadians should be comfortable in knowing that gaming devices are carefully…
Read MoreCanadian Gaming Association to Commission National Economic Impact Study
Canadian Gaming Association To Commission National Economic Impact Study The Canadian Gaming Association (“CGA”) today released a request for proposals to engage a consultant to research, collate and document the economic impacts from all elements of the Canadian gaming industry. In announcing the proposed study Bill Rutsey, CGA CEO stated, “In keeping with our mandate,…
Read MoreStudy reveals support for Canadian gaming industry
Study reveals support for Canadian gaming industry The overwhelming majority of Canadians see gaming as a fun and acceptable form of entertainment. Those who play are mostly responsible gamblers who stick to a fixed budget. Few Canadians are aware that Canada invests more money per capita on responsible gaming research and treatment than other countries.…
Read MoreCanadian Gaming Association – Study on VLT Gaming in Canada
Canadian Gaming Association – Study on VLT Gaming in Canada March 16, 2006— VLT gaming in Canada is well-regulated and operated with a high degree of public accountability, according to a fact-based, research report commissioned by the Canadian Gaming Association (CGA). The study shows that, since its inception, VLT gaming has returned almost $20 billion…
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It’s time to regulate online gaming into Ontario model, Ottawa Citizen
It’s time to regulate online gaming into Ontario model The Ottawa Citizen Saturday, March 11, 2006 Byline: W. P. Rutsey Re: Hypocrisy and gambling, March 3. The Citizen editorial has mixed the rather straightforward issues of consumer protection and respect for the law with the more complex issues of morality and the legal and regulatory framework within…
Read MoreVancouver ready to host gambling summit in April: Economic impact of about 1,500 delegates worth some $4.88 million
Vancouver ready to host gambling summit in April: Economic impact of about 1,500 delegates worth some $4.88 million The Vancouver Sun Thu 15 Dec 2005 Byline: Bruce Constantineau Between 1,200 and 1,500 Canadian gambling industry representatives are expected to converge in Vancouver next year for the 10th annual Canadian Gaming Summit and Exhibition — the…
Read MoreCanadian Gaming Association Acquires Canada’s Leading Gaming Exhibition
TORONTO, Dec. 12 /CNW/ – Canada’s preeminent gaming industry association will now stage Canada’s preeminent gaming forum. William Rutsey, President and CEO of the Canadian Gaming Association (CGA) and Ivan Sack, President of Canadian Gaming News Inc. are pleased to announce that they have agreed in principle for the CGA to acquire the Canadian Gaming…
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