The First Nations involved in buying the casinos — Snuneymuxw, Semiahmoo, Tsleil-Waututh and the Ts’elxwéyeqw Tribe — have touted the businesses’ potential to advance economic self-determination. casinos are being bought by First Nations: The reason First Nations in B.C. are buying casinos | Duration 2:10 Several casinos in B.C. Great Canadian Entertainment CEO Matthew Anfinson, second from left, is seen officially opening Canada’s first Gordon Ramsay Burger at Great Canadian Casino Vancouver on Dec. 12, 2023. (Great Canadian Entertainment/The Canadian Press Images)A Great Canadian spokesperson declined an interview request from CBC News.

Source: CBC News March 23, 2026 19:32 UTC