Boulevard Casino

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Boulevard Casino in Coquitlam, British Columbia is the largest casino in the province of British Columbia by gaming space. The casino is open 24 hours a day, is owned by Great Canadian Gaming, and features:

* 80,000 sq ft (7,400 m2). casino
* 939 slot machines
* 70 table games including blackjack, roulette, baccarat, craps, etc.
* Poker room (12 tables)
* High-limit room with 9 tables for baccarat and blackjack
* 1,600-vehicle 6-level parkade

According to their 2006-07 annual report, Boulevard Casino was the third most profitable gaming venue in B.C., bringing in more than $158 million for the year (up $28.9 million over the previous year)[1]. The increase is attributed to the new show theatre, where the casino sees up to 5,000 guests on show nights.

The funding agreement with the province means the casino must give 10% of its net take to the city of Coquitlam. In 2006-07 Coquitlam received $9.1 million, which the city put into a community group fund and into major capital projects, such as the new FieldTurf facility at Dr. Charles Best Secondary School and the new Chimo Aquatic and Fitness Centre.

As part of the 2006 expansion, the new 1,074-seat Red Robinson Show Theatre was opened on-site. The casino features four additional food and drink venues, including:

* Backstage Grille (Restaurant)
* The Lions Den (Sports bar)
* Metro Bistro (24 hour food court)
* Java Jacques (Coffee bar)