Who operates the six First Nations casinos?
The six First Nations casinos are operated by the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA): • Gold Eagle opened in February 1996 in North Battleford. • Northern Lights opened in March 1996 in Prince Albert. • Bear Claw opened in November 1996 on the White Bear First Nation. • Painted Hand opened in December 1996 in Yorkton. • Dakota Dunes opened in August 2007 on the Whitecap Dakota First Nation. • Living Sky opened in December 2008 in Swift Current. In 2009-10, SIGA recorded a net profit of approximately $65.1 million. Net profits from SIGA casinos are divided as follows: • 50 per cent to the First Nations Trust; • 25 per cent to the Government’s General Revenue Fund; and • 25 per cent are directed to Community Development Corporations. The First Nations Trust supports economic development, social development, justice, health, education, culture and other First Nations initiatives.The government’s General Revenue Fund helps fund essential programs and services for all Saskatchewan
