Fifth BC casino acquired from Great Canadian Entertainment as operator continues divestment strategy
The Snuneymuxw First Nation has added another major property to its growing gaming portfolio with the acquisition of Great Canadian Casino Vancouver in Coquitlam. The purchase was made through Petroglyph Development Group (PDG), the Nation’s wholly owned economic development corporation, marking the fifth British Columbia casino PDG has acquired from Great Canadian Entertainment.
Fifth Major BC Casino Acquisition
The Casino Vancouver deal follows previous PDG purchases of:
- Casino Nanaimo
- Elements Casino Victoria
- River Rock Casino Resort
- Chances Maple Ridge
In 2025, Great Canadian Entertainment also sold Elements Casino Chilliwack to Ts’elxwéyeqw Tribe Management Ltd. and Hastings Casino in Vancouver to the Tsleil‑Waututh Nation, continuing a year marked by significant divestments across the province.
“The confidence placed in us by Great Canadian Entertainment and the industry is grounded in our disciplined approach to sustainable growth,” said Xum’silum, Snuneymuxw First Nation Chief Mike Wyse. “This acquisition represents another step toward economic self‑determination for Snuneymuxw, strengthening our long‑term prosperity, financial independence, and restoring an economy that thrived for thousands of years.”
A Major Gaming Destination
Casino Vancouver is one of the largest gaming facilities in British Columbia, featuring:
- 917 slot machines
- 37 table games
- 42 electronic tables for poker and blackjack
- The 1,050‑seat Show Theatre
- Multiple dining venues, including Match Eatery and a food hall
- Gordon Ramsay Burger, the celebrity chef’s first Canadian restaurant, opened in 2023
About the Snuneymuxw First Nation
Snuneymuxw is a Coast Salish First Nation located in the heart of Coast Salish territory, spanning the eastern coast of Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands, the Fraser River, Burrard Inlet, and Howe Sound.
PDG’s Expanding Economic Footprint
“We are seizing opportunities that will unlock Snuneymuxw’s economic potential and build a strong, resilient future for our Nation,” said Erralyn Joseph, president of Petroglyph Development Group. “Over the past decade, PDG has grown from three companies to 13, and we intend to continue our strategic expansion for the benefit of Snuneymuxw, the region, the province, and the country.”
Next Steps
The transaction remains subject to all required regulatory and third‑party approvals, including those mandated under the Competition Act.
