Caesars Casino Operating Agreement Renewed by OLG for Windsor Location
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OLG seals 20-year Windsor casino deal with Caesars
Hot off the press! The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) announced its decision today – and it looks like it's going to be a 20-year ride with Caesars Entertainment Inc. for the Windsor casino.
Rivals in the Spotlight
Remember the battle for supremacy? OLG considered heavyweights like Caesars, Bally's Corporation, and Mohegan Gaming and Entertainment. After an intense battleground, it appears the gauntlet has been passed to Caesars, at least for now[1][2].
A Long-Standing Partnership
With roots reaching back to 1994, Caesars has been a steady partner in the operation of the Windsor casino (Caesars Windsor). From the temporary facility's opening to present day, their bond with OLG has remained strong[1].
OLG: The Gaming Maestro
Recall the tune? OLG conducts and manages casinos in the province, but it's not all about the thrill. They place third-party service providers at the helm of day-to-day gaming operations, ensuring OLG standards are upheld. This arrangement allows OLG to make payments to municipalities hosting casinos, which directly benefit local communities[1].
The Numbers Game
Crystal clear payments are on the line! Under this new agreement, municipalities stand to gain 5.25% of the first $65 million of slot revenue, 3.0% on the next $135 million, 2.5% on the next $300 million, 0.5% on slot revenue over $500 million, and 4.0% of table game (if applicable) and sportsbook (if applicable) revenue[1]. So far, OLG has showered the City of Windsor with CA$131 million since 1994[1].
Two Sides Agree: Continuity
Caesars' agreement ends this year, but OLG wasted no time in announcing the extension of their operating pact with Caesars Entertainment Windsor for an additional seven months, to March 2026[1]. By July 2025, a 20-year operating agreement was on the cards, expected to commence in early 2026[1].
Next Stop: The Future
Unfortunately, OLG can't reveal the juicy details behind the selection process. But according to a senior industry source, it was between Caesars, Bally's, and Mohegan in the race for the contract[3][4].
Tom Reeg, CEO of Caesars Entertainment, gleamed with excitement as he declared, "We're stoked to be the service provider for the Windsor Casino by the OLG. Caesars has a rich history in Windsor and looks forward to keeping the guest service and experiences top-notch[4]."
Keeping Things Fresh
OLG isn't cutting corners with Caesars, though. They're requiring them to keep the current casino crew on board for a minimum of 18 months[4].
- Caesars Entertainment Inc. was chosen by the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) to manage the Windsor casino for a 20-year period, ending in 2045.
- The new agreement between OLG and Caesars Entertainment Windsor is set to start in early 2026, following a seven-month extension of the existing agreement that ends in March 2026.
- OLG considers various casino and gambling personalities for its casino management contracts, including heavyweights like Caesars, Bally's Corporation, and Mohegan Gaming and Entertainment.
- The Caesars Windsor casino, which has been in operation since 1994, continues to be a key part of Canadian gaming culture in Windsor.
- Under the new agreement, municipalities hosting casinos will receive a significant share of slot and table game revenue, with Ca$131 million being paid to the City of Windsor by OLG since 1994.
- While the specific details of the casino selection process are not disclosed by OLG, it is known that Caesars, Bally's, and Mohegan were in the running for the Windsor casino contract.
- Caesars Entertainment's CEO, Tom Reeg, expressed enthusiasm about the Windsor casino deal, stating that the company looks forward to keeping guest service and experiences top-notch for casino-goers.
