SASKATOON – A new casino is coming to Saskatchewan. The Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations (FSIN) has voted in favour of building a new casino in Lloydminster.
FSIN vice-chief Heather Bear said there is still a lot of work to be done but went on to state she is very excited about the opportunity and possible jobs for First Nations people.
The casino would be located on the Saskatchewan side of the border city and could include a hotel and conference centre.
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A number of First Nations in the region are planning to partner in the project.
While the project still needs some approvals, chiefs are hopeful construction will start this year.
The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) operates the six FSIN casinos in the province, with 50 per cent of the profit going to the First Nations Trust and the remainder split evenly between the provincial government and community development corporations.
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