GRAND VILLA CASINO EDMONTON CELEBRATES A DECADE OF ENTERTAINMENT

September 2, 2026 – September marks the 10-year anniversary of Grand Villa Casino Edmonton (“Grand Villa”). For their anniversary celebrations, Grand Villa will host special customer appreciation days from September 8 – 18, featuring exclusive giveaways, daily games and draws. Casino guests will enjoy $10,000 in cash and prizes, an Anniversary Slot Tournament, live DJ, Country Dance Party and more.

On September 18, the casino will celebrate this milestone with a celebration at MATCH Eatery & Public House and a look back at a decade of memorable milestones. In recognition of this occasion, the property is proud to donate $10,000 to Hope Mission, reflecting its longstanding commitment to giving back and supporting the well-being of the Edmonton community.

Since opening in 2016, Grand Villa has become your place to play and remains committed to maintaining its status as one of Alberta’s premier entertainment destinations. The property has:

  • Welcomed over 3.9 million visitors across the gaming floor since opening
  • Donated over $238,000 in monetary and in-kind support to non-profit and community organizations

“Celebrating 10 years of Grand Villa Casino is an incredibly proud moment for our entire team,” said Vernon Hwang, General Manager of Grand Villa Casino Edmonton. “Over the past decade, we’ve had the privilege of creating memorable experiences for our guests, building lasting relationships and becoming part of the Edmonton community. This milestone is really a celebration of our team members, our guests and the community that has supported us along the way. We’re excited to build on that legacy for many years to come.”

Gateway Casinos is dedicated to the growth and development of its employees, fostering a workplace where team members feel truly valued and appreciated. 47 employees at Grand Villa have been with the company since it opened its doors in 2016, a remarkable showcase of loyalty and long-term commitment.

Ashley Pon, Casino Floor Server, is one of the longest serving employees and remains grateful for the opportunities and experiences this casino has provided.

“I’ve truly enjoyed watching Grand Villa grow from the ground up into what it is today”, said Ashley Pon. “I’m grateful to have been a part of this journey for the past decade. It’s amazing to still see so many familiar faces who have been here from the beginning and have continued to grow with Grand Villa over the years, both coworkers and patrons alike. I’m incredibly thankful for all the experiences, memories, and friendships I’ve made, and I can’t wait to see what the next 10 years brings!”

Customer Appreciation Week, September 8 – 18:

September 8 | 6pm – 9pm
Anniversary Slot Tournament, Live DJ, Cake & Coffee *Draws

September 11 | 8pm
Dance through the Decades Party with live DJ at MATCH Eatery & Public House

September 12 | 8pm
The Pop Icons Night with live DJ at MATCH Eatery & Public House

September 15 | 6pm
Baccarat Tournament at The Luxe Room, no entry fee, prize pool $6K

September 18 | 8pm
Country Dance Party with live DJ at MATCH Eatery & Public House

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About Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited

Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited (“Gateway”) is one of the largest and most diversified gaming and entertainment companies in Canada with 31 gaming properties in British Columbia, Ontario and Alberta. Across its entire portfolio, Gateway currently employs approximately 7,000 people and features approximately 380 table games (including poker tables), 14,204 slots, 76 food and beverage outlets and 564 hotel rooms. A multi-pronged growth strategy has seen Gateway diversify and expand its product offering, including developing proprietary casino and restaurant brands. This has dramatically improved the gaming customer experience and also attracts new gaming and restaurant customers. Some of Gateway’s proprietary brands include Grand Villa Casino, Cascades Casino, Starlight Casino, Playtime Casino, Match Eatery & Public House, Atlas Steak + Fish and Chow Lucky Noodle Bar.

Gateway is a proud Canadian company that strives to choose Canadian products and local services. In 2022, Gateway celebrated 30 years in the business of gaming and entertainment in Canada. Additional information is available at www.gatewaycasinos.com.

* All figures as at January 30, 2025

Media Contact
Sandra Shechter
Manager, Media and Public Relations
Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited
Sandra.Shechter@gatewaycasinos.ca