Hosting a casino in Chatham continues to pay dividends for the municipality.
Chatham-Kent has received $419,246 from the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) for being a host community. The total payment is based on the amount of gaming revenue generated at Cascades Casino Chatham from January 1 to March 31.
Over the last fiscal year, the municipality has received $1,743,458 in community host payments. Since April 2001, Chatham-Kent has earned $19,542,923 in host fees from both the former Dresden Slots and the current Cascades Casino.
“The Municipality Contribution Agreement with OLG provides significant benefits to Chatham-Kent, supporting vital local services and initiatives that enhance the well-being of our residents,” said Trevor Jones, MPP for Chatham-Kent-Leamington. “Cascades Casino Chatham plays an important role in strengthening our community, not only through job creation but also by contributing gaming revenue that directly supports local priorities and programs.”
The funds are put toward local infrastructure projects and community programs.
