The Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto has been issued monetary penalties of $350,000 by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) for what is described to be multiple violations.
The fine follows an ‘impromptu after-party’ that was said to have taken place in the pre-dawn hours on the casino’s gaming floor.
The incident is reported to have occurred back in September 2024, with the AGCO sharing its thoughts in a press release. This was an electronic dance music event that was attended by thousands of people and was hosted in the theatre across from the casino.
“The event was marked by widespread intoxication, disorderly behaviour, and numerous criminal and medical incidents—both inside and outside the venue—including alleged assaults, drug overdoses, and acts of public indecency,” the press release states.
“Although paid duty officers were present, additional police and emergency services were required to manage the situation.”
Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto held an electronic dance music event
The AGCO continued to say casino management approved an unscheduled request by the performing artist to host an after party on the active gaming floor.
“The artist and more than 400 guests were permitted onto the gaming floor where the artist was allowed to perform amidst operational table games and gaming machines—without any prior risk assessment or planning.”
The regulator states there was a failure to maintain appropriate control which comprised the security, safety, and integrity of the casino floor. They also said the operator failed to promptly report these incidents to the AGCO as required following the event.
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario is responsible for regulating the alcohol, gaming, horse racing and cannabis retail sectors in the province.
“Casino operators have a fundamental duty to control their gaming environment. Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto’s lapses in this incident compromised the safety of patrons and the security and integrity of the gaming floor,” said Dr. Karin Schnarr, Chief Executive Officer and Registrar, AGCO.
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