9-Aug-05. Gambling explosion feared in Calgary. Calgary Herald, A3.

Projections from Alberta Gaming indicate that the number of slot machines in the Calgary region will increase by 80 per cent if three planned new casinos are awarded licences to operate. The Deerfoot Inn and Casino, Tsuu T’ina First Nation casino, and the Stoney Nakoda First Nations casino would push the number of slot machines in the area to 3,395 and increase the government’s gambling revenue from the area to nearly half a billion dollars per year. Gambling researchers fear that the introduction of more electronic gaming machines will potentially cause more gambling-related problems. An Alberta Gaming spokesperson defended the casino licensing process and pointed to strong community consultation, analysis of economic viability, and benefits to charity.