We know there are lots of myths about gambling in Nova Scotia. Here are the facts.
| Gaming Stats (As of April 2019) | |
|---|---|
| # of Casinos | 2 |
| # of VLTs | 2,043 (excluding First Nation) |
| # of VLTs – First Nation | 651 |
| # of VLT Retailers | 271 |
| # of TL Retailers | 1,022 |
| # of Slot Machines | 597 Halifax 285 Sydney |
| # of Tables | 27 Halifax 6 Sydney |
| Average Prize Payout | |
|---|---|
| Video Lottery | 93-95% |
| Ticket Lottery | 33-65% |
| Casino Slots | 92% |
| Casino Tables | 80% |
| Employment (# of direct jobs created by gaming) | |
|---|---|
| Halifax Casino | 353 |
| Sydney Casino | 127 |
| NSGC | 17 |
| ALC-NS Operations | 26 |
Participation in Gambling