Canada
Plaza Hotel & Casino to celebrate New Year’s Eve with live fireworks show, national headliners and special hotel package
Located in the heart of downtown Las Vegas, the Plaza Hotel & Casino will again celebrate New Year’s Eve with a special room package and downtown Las Vegas’ only live fireworks show on Friday, Dec. 31. The Plaza’s showroom will also welcome Pauly Shore and his new rock band on Dec. 30 and comedian Doug Stanhope on Dec. 31.
Staged from multiple locations on the Plaza’s roofs and towers, the spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks display will be an amazing show for people downtown and visible for miles. A portion of Main Street in front of the Plaza will be closed during the fireworks.
The Plaza will offer an exclusive rooftop viewing party of the fireworks as part of its NYE 2022 VIP Room package. Guests will receive two tickets to the private viewing party as well as a $50 food and beverage credit for use during their stay (3-night minimum), a complimentary midnight champagne toast on New Year’s Eve, and limited-edition Plaza memorabilia commemorating its 50th anniversary in 2021.
Leading up to New Year’s Eve, Pauly Shore and his newly formed rock band will take the stage of the Plaza’s vintage Vegas showroom at 9 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 30. “Plaza Presents Pauly Palooza” will feature Pauly Shore and The Crusty’s, DJ Kneix, Go-Go Dancers & Hype Man Mike Tran. Doors open at 9 p.m. and admission is free. Table reservations require a minimum spend on food and beverage and can be reserved at https://www.plazahotelcasino.com/entertainment/pauly-shore/.
Selected by Variety and the Hollywood Reporter as one of the “Top Ten Comics to Watch,” Doug Stanhope will continue his tradition of ending the year with a show in the Plaza’s showroom at 8 p.m. Tickets available at https://www.plazahotelcasino.com/entertainment/doug-stanhope/.
The Plaza’s award-winning Oscar’s steakhouse will also be open for dinner on Dec. 31, offering a special three-course meal in addition to its regular steak and seafood menu. Diners will enjoy a complimentary champagne toast at midnight while watching the fireworks show from under the dining room’s iconic glass dome. Reservations are recommended online or by calling 702-387-7227.
Slot enthusiasts can join social media influencer Brian Christopher for an exclusive New Year’s Eve weekend package offering a slot tournament with cash prizes and dinner and dancing with an open bar on Dec. 31. On New Year’s Day, Brian hosts a super group pull at 2 p.m. where all wins are shared equally between participants as well as Boozy Bingo at 11 p.m.
For more details on all the New Year’s Eve festivities at the Plaza and to book the room package, visit https://www.plazahotelcasino.com/entertainment/new-years-eve/.
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Canada
ComeOn Group adds sportsbook to its offering in Ontario
ComeOn Group announced a significant milestone in its sportsbook expansion journey with the addition of sportsbook to their offering in Ontario following the successful acquisition of the required permits. This addition represents a strategic advancement in the Groups sportsbook growth trajectory where they are set to double its sportsbook business in the coming years.
ComeOn Group is one of 51 active operators in Ontario. The Ontario market has experienced robust growth since its launch, reaching C$6.7 billion in revenue in 2023.* By 2029, the market is forecasted to grow by a total of 29%, with 2024 expected to close with a 20% increase.
ComeOn keeps investing in its sportsbook business acceleration that is powered by its proprietary sportsbook platform and in-house risk management and trading team. As a multi product vertical operator, ComeOn is striving to give its customer base a safe and exciting entertainment destination and this approach is now expanded to their Ontario audience.
Juergen Reutter, Chief Executive Officer at ComeOn Group, said: “We are very excited about the opportunities this new milestone opens up for us. As a casino-led operator it represents a key part of our sportsbook strategy to double our business in the coming years. Like in any of our other markets, we are striving for a differentiated sportsbook entertainment experience that is powered by our in-house technology. Our goal is to deliver top-tier entertainment to our players while fostering safe and innovative gaming experiences.”
*Source – H2GC H2 Ontario Data 25.10.2024 (excl. Lottery)
BCLC
INTRALOT Announces New Project with the British Columbia Lottery Corporation for Online Lottery Platform
INTRALOT S.A. has announced the undertaking of a new project between the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC), the sole lottery operator for the Government of British Columbia in Canada, and INTRALOT Inc., its US subsidiary, for the provision of an online lottery platform. The project also includes the digitalization of the existing land-based network.
The solution will be based on the Player X platform, part of the Lotos X ecosystem, and adds to the company’s overall partnership with BCLC, which has been extended until 2028.
INTRALOT is a leading player in a changing world of gaming. With significant experience in looking forward and anticipating emerging trends, the company provides future-proof solutions to regulated lottery and gaming operators around the world.
Canada
IAGR announces Toronto as host city for 2025 conference
Hot on the heels of its most attended conference in history, the International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) is excited to announce that its 2025 conference will take place in Toronto, Canada, from October 20 to 23, 2025.
The event will be held in partnership with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) at the Westin Harbour Castle, offering stunning waterfront views and a premier, downtown Toronto location.
‘Fresh off the success of our Rome conference, we’re thrilled to continue the momentum with next year’s event in Toronto,’ said Ben Haden, IAGR President.
‘The IAGR 2025 conference promises to be another unparalleled opportunity for our global community to come together, collaborate and shape the future of gaming regulation. We’re looking forward to working with AGCO to bring it all together.’
AGCO CEO and Registrar Dr. Karin Schnarr, added, ‘We’re excited to welcome IAGR and its members to Toronto. This partnership provides a great opportunity to share Ontario’s innovative regulatory practices and foster meaningful discussions that drive positive change in the industry.’
Stay tuned for registration details early next year.
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