Slot machines at Point Edward's Starlight Casino. November 28, 2018. (Photo by Colin Gowdy, BlackburnNews)Slot machines at Point Edward's Starlight Casino. November 28, 2018. (Photo by Colin Gowdy, BlackburnNews)
Sarnia

OLG makes latest payment to Sarnia, Point Edward

The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) has issued second quarter non-tax gaming revenue payments to communities hosting casinos across the province.

The City of Sarnia is getting $100,036 for the period from July 1 to September 30 for hosting Gateway Casinos Sarnia.

Since the gaming site opened in May 1999, Sarnia has received $27,871,754.

Point Edward is getting $488,477 for the same period for hosting Starlight Casino Point Edward.

Since the waterfront casino opened in April 2000 the village has received over $53 million from the OLG.

“Land-based casinos serve as a source of good local jobs and generate important economic activity in municipalities that host gaming sites,” said Sarnia-Lambton MPP Bob Bailey. “Proceeds from gaming received through the Municipality Contribution Agreement with OLG, in turn, help strengthen local infrastructure and support community programs.”

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