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Casino New Brunswick Could Have Severe Impact On Halifax

Posted on April 14th, 2010

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A casino in Moncton scheduled to open in May could prove to be a daunting rival for the Halifax casino which is anticipating a decline in activities and collections because of competition. “The Moncton casino will present competition in that it will attract potential visitors from Nova Scotia, P.E.I. and New Brunswick who might otherwise visit Casino Nova Scotia,” Robyn McIsaac, spokeswoman for the Nova Scotia Gaming Corporation said Sunday. The gaming corporation expects a drop in earnings for the Halifax casino as its patrons will be pulled towards the new gambling facility.

The Crown Corporation’s business plans were submitted last week along with the 2010-11 budget of the province, and forecast of earnings for the province’s gambling facilities in Sydney and Halifax is at $79 million for this fiscal year, as against $86 million estimated for 2009-10.

In answer to the Moncton casino, the Halifax casino will strive to be more aggressive by giving prominence to its distinction as a first-class venue for gatherings and banquets, providing “high quality entertainment”, increasing its advertisements and promotions, and upgrading its quality and service by enhancing its trainings and seminars for employees.

The budget reports say, “These initiatives are particularly important, given that the Halifax casino will face additional competition in 2010-2011 from the Moncton casino, which is expected to result in a decrease in revenue and profits.” McIsaac said there was a drop in the number of guests spending the night in Halifax in 2009-10, therefore the casino also did not have that many gamblers. The total number of visitors for this fiscal year is speculative.

But Halifax Mayor Peter Kelly is unfazed. He said, “I don’t think people come to Halifax for the casino. It’s one of the options for those who come here, but it is by no means the only reason why people come here.” Casino New Brunswick will have 500 slot machines and 22 table games on a gambling floor of 24,000 square feet. Table games will consist of blackjack, poker, baccarat, roulette and craps. The facility will also feature a 147-seat buffet restaurant, a 22-seat pub, a 66-seat lounge, and a stage for live entertainment. Next to the casino will be a multi-purpose center and a 126-room hotel.

The facility promises to“ offer our guests professionally conducted, exciting entertainment in a luxurious environment, as Casino New Brunswick is committed to being the best in the eyes of our customers when it comes to entertainment and atmosphere.”