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New Brunswick's gaming market is managed by the provincial Crown corporation, with day-to-day casino operations contracted to private operators.
The provincial Crown corporation responsible for managing and overseeing all gaming activity in New Brunswick, including casinos, video lottery terminals and lottery products. The NBLGC owns the Casino New Brunswick brand and manages service provider agreements with casino operators.
One of Canada's largest gaming and entertainment companies, Great Canadian Entertainment operates Casino New Brunswick in Moncton under contract to the NBLGC.
The operator of Grey Rock Casino on behalf of the Madawaska Maliseet First Nation, operating under a service provider agreement with the NBLGC.
New Brunswick has two licensed casino venues serving the province. Casino New Brunswick in Moncton is the province's only full entertainment resort, offering a complete gaming, hotel and live entertainment experience. Grey Rock Casino in Edmundston serves the northwestern corner of the province and the Canada-US border region from its home on Madawaska Maliseet First Nation land.
New Brunswick's flagship gaming and entertainment destination, Casino New Brunswick is located at 21 Casino Drive in Moncton, operated by Great Canadian Entertainment on behalf of the New Brunswick Lotteries and Gaming Corporation. The 24,000-square-foot gaming floor features over 575 slot machines, 24 live table games including blackjack, baccarat, craps, roulette and Let It Ride, and a dedicated poker room. The Molson Canadian Centre is a full-service live entertainment and events venue on site, hosting concerts, comedy acts and sporting events throughout the year.
The property includes a 126-room hotel with an indoor pool, spa tub and 24-hour gym. Dining is available at Hub City Pub on the casino floor. The casino is New Brunswick's only full entertainment resort and serves as the province's main gaming destination.
Grey Rock Casino is a First Nations property owned and operated by the Madawaska Maliseet First Nation, located at 100 Chief Joanna Boulevard in Edmundston, just off the Trans-Canada Highway on the New Brunswick side of the Canada-US border. The casino features over 270 slot machines, hybrid electronic table games and a poker room open Thursday to Sunday. A large bingo hall is also on site, the biggest in New Brunswick.
Guests are welcomed by a 40-foot totem pole depicting the legendary Glooscap at the entrance, and the interior blends wood, stone and earth tones reflecting the natural beauty of Maliseet territory. Dining options include the Fiddlehead Cafe on the main floor and the Valley View Restaurant, an upscale steakhouse on the mezzanine level overlooking the gaming floor. The property is connected via pedway to the adjacent Quality Hotel and Conference Centre.
Both of New Brunswick's casino properties offer poker. Players must be 19 or older to participate.
Casino New Brunswick (Moncton) Dedicated poker room offering Texas Hold'em cash games and tournaments throughout the week.
Grey Rock Casino (Edmundston) Poker room open Thursday to Sunday, offering Texas Hold'em cash games and tournaments.

New Brunswick has no racino-style properties. While pari-mutuel horse racing has a history in the province, there are currently no active tracks offering combined racing and casino gaming.
Gambling should be treated as entertainment, not a way to make money. If you feel your gambling is becoming difficult to control, free and confidential support is available.
In New Brunswick, contact the Gambling Support Network at 1-800-461-1234, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in both English and French. Responsible gaming information and support resources are available at both casino properties in the province.
Set a budget before you play, only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and avoid chasing losses. Both Casino New Brunswick and Grey Rock Casino offer voluntary self-exclusion options, allowing players to restrict their access to gaming facilities.
The information on this page is provided for general informational purposes only and should not be considered legal or financial advice. Gambling laws, regulations, and casino details in New Brunswick may change over time.
For official and up-to-date information, refer to the New Brunswick Lotteries and Gaming Corporation (NBLGC) and the Gaming Control Branch. Always ensure you meet the legal age requirements before participating in any gambling activity.
Important: The legal gambling age in New Brunswick is 19 years old for all regulated gaming activities, including casinos, sports betting and lottery. Some individual establishments may have their own admission policies, so check directly before you travel.
Ziv Chen has been working in the online gambling industry for over two decades in senior marketing and business development roles. Ziv writes about a wide range of topics including slot and table games, casino and sportsbook reviews, American sports news, betting odds and game predictions. Leading a life full of conflict, Ziv constantly struggles between his two greatest loves: American football and US soccer.
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