“We have a tremendous amount of opportunity that’s going to be coming to this region.”įor more information on the project, click here and for more information about the casino and how to apply for jobs, click here. Pickering’s long-awaited casino has opened its doors. Managing Partner Steve Apostolopoulos says there will more announcements to coming soon. Pickering Developments, which is part of the Triple Group of Companies, bought the land for the Durham Live project back in 2011. “We are looking for people who have exceptional guest service skills and are willing to learn and grow with the company.” “We will now be concentrating on hosting career fairs and seeking local talent to join our team,” said Tyrone Waite, General Manager, Pickering Casino Resort.

Once complete, the development will employ over 2,000 people as part of the casino resorts’ team. The second phase will include more entertainment amenities and even hotels. The first part of the project will include number of gaming and dining options.

The whole project had been just referred to as Durham Live up until this point.ĭurham Live is the name of the broader development of the area.Ĭonstruction started last year and phase one of the site is expected to be complete by early 2020. The Great Canadian Gaming Corporation says the new gaming and entertainment destination in Pickering will be called ‘Pickering Casino Resort.’ Pickering Casino Resort - where great entertainment has never been closer to home.

Pickering casino construction update