Loto-Québec Just Greenlit New Casino-Style Gaming Hall
More than 152,000 people live in Saguenay, 120 miles north of Quebec City, where Loto-Québec has announced the inauguration of a new gaming hall.
Situated on Saguenay Fjord, which leads to the St. Lawrence River, this city is renowned for its natural beauty and national parks. The Delta Hotel and its conference center will house the new gaming hall.
In eighteen months, the project is expected to open. Along with wood and aluminum, Saguenay's tourism attraction is a major contributor to the region's economy. More tourists and conference attendees are anticipated as a result of the initiative.
Gaming Hall Will Open in 18 Months
“We’re proud to present this project in Saguenay, a vibrant region known for its warm welcome and development potential,” said Jean-Francois Bergeron, President and Chief Executive Officer at Loto-Québec. “The Salon de jeux will generate positive spin-offs for the community, notably through job creation and tourist spending, as well as through the business partnerships that will arise.
“Our priority remains to offer an environment where gaming is overseen safely and responsibly, fostering low-risk gambling. Our teams are trained to support clients, and the location will benefit from state-of-the-art security systems.”
Jeux Salons
A statement from Loto-Québec claims that the business would offer live entertainment and shows in addition to gaming possibilities. Several elected officials led yesterday's launch event in Saguenay. This featured Saguenay Mayor Luc Boivin, Jonquière MNA Yannick Gagnon, and representatives of the local economy and tourism.
The province's gaming is overseen by Loto-Québec. Salon de games de Quebec (in Quebec City), Salon de jeux de Trois-Rivieres, and Salon de jeux de Rimouski (under development and set to open in 2026 at the Hotel Rimouski) are the three "salons de jeux" that currently exist in Quebec. Slot machines, electronic roulette, electronic blackjack, and video lottery terminals are all available in gaming halls.
Economic Spin-Offs
"We enthusiastically welcome Loto-Québec to our city,” said Luc Boivin, Mayor of Saguenay. “Showcasing Saguenay is one of my priorities, and with this new location, which focuses on quality offerings in a safe environment, our city will strengthen its appeal as a tourist destination and gain a valuable asset for hosting business events. We’ll continue to support Loto-Québec to ensure the project’s success and generate economic spinoffs for the region as a whole.”
