The BCLC chose Greater Victoria as casino host

The British Columbia Lottery Corporation announced that the Greater Victoria region will be its choice for the projected gambling facility.

Canada.- The British Columbia Lottery Corporation has announced that has decided that the Greater Victoria region will be the host of the new casino in British Columbia.

Expression of Interest paperwork was provided by Victoria, Saanich, Songhees First Nation, Esquimalt Township and the Esquimalt First Nation. After the documents were submitted, the BCLC seemed to have narrowed down their choices to Saanich and Victoria. The British Columbia Lottery Corporation said its final decision was based on the economy, demographic, geography and support by the community.

Now that the decision on the area has been revealed, the BCLC will now choose an operator to develop a construction proposal for the new venue. Officials of Victoria and West Shore Communities will be consulted. Furthermore, municipal governments will have the option to decide as to if they would like to see a new casino added to the community.