Lakeshore seeks public feedback on proposed gaming site

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Lakeshore is holding a pair of open house events to gather feedback regarding the proposed gaming site for charitable gaming.

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The proposal, initiated by Community Gaming and Entertainment Group (CGEG), is to establish a gaming site for a Charitable Gaming Centre at 446 Advance Boulevard.

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Before being established, it will require approval from both the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) and Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG).

A summary of feedback from the open houses will be considered by council before deciding to support or oppose the proposal.

The first open house event, on Monday, Sept. 12 from 5 to 7 p.m., will be held online and hosted on Microsoft Teams with no software installation needed. Those interested in participating must register online to receive a meeting invitation on the town’s website at www.lakeshore.ca.

The second open house will be an in-person event on Wednesday, Sept. 14 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Atlas Tube Recreation Centre at 447 Renaud Line Rd.

More information on the proposal and ability to provide feedback can also be found on the town’s website.

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