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According to the Northlands Park 2005 Annual Report, The City
of Edmonton’s smoking bylaw, which came into effect in July
2005, had a negative impact on the slot machines and racing
handle.
On July 1, 2005, a ban on smoking in bars, casinos and bingo
halls in the City of Edmonton came into effect.
In 2005, the Racing Entertainment Centre (REC) had net win of
$43,779,568 (2004 - $40,472,681) which has been applied to
event production revenue − racing. Of this balance,
$37,681,120 (2004 - $34,940,328) was remitted to the AGLC
which has been applied to event production expenses − racing.
CASINO COMPETITION
The Northlands Park slot facility (and its seasonal casino)
operates in competition with five existing traditional Edmonton
casinos and a First Nation casino on the Enoch reserve just west
of the city limits. A seventh competitor is located in St. Albert, a
city adjacent to Edmonton.
In addition to the City of Edmonton’s smoking bylaw, introduced
in July 2005, the Spectrum Slot room faces additional challenges
such as increasing competition from two new casino facilities in
Edmonton along with more machines in previously established
facilities. Ongoing promotions are being increased to build and
retain a loyal customer base.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
The Horses at Northlands Park [Racing & Gaming]
http://www.thehorsesatnorthlands.com/
Northlands Park 2005 Annual Report
Horse Racing Alberta
http://www.thehorses.com/
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