🎰 Early Beginnings (1969-1985)
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🧾 Establishment of the First Casino (1969)
Date Event October 1969 The first casino in Quebec was opened, marking the start of legalized gambling in the province. -
📈 Growth of Gambling (1978)
Date Event June 1978 Quebec government increased investments in gambling, resulting in more casinos and gaming options.
🏛️ The Official Casino Era (1986-2000)
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🎊 Opening of Casino de Montréal (1993)
Date Event December 1993 The Casino de Montréal opened, becoming one of the largest casinos in Canada. -
📝 Government Regulation (1994)
Date Event January 1994 The Quebec government established the Loto-Québec corporation to regulate gambling.
🌟 Recent Developments (2001-Present)
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💻 Online Gambling Launch (2010)
Date Event April 2010 Launch of online gaming platforms, expanding gambling opportunities for residents. -
♻️ Expansion and Renovation (2020)
Date Event January 2020 Major renovations and expansions at Casino de Montréal to enhance visitor experience.
🔗 Learn More
For more information about the history of casinos in Quebec, visit
Loto-Québec
or check out this Wikipedia article.
