Released on November 29, 2001
Visitors have a comfortable new way of maneuvering between downtown
Regina's most popular attractions with the official opening today of a
SkyWalk linking Casino Regina, the Cornwall Centre, Delta Hotel, Trade and
Convention Centre and the 1700 block of Hamilton Street.
"The SkyWalk is a vital component of Casino Regina's exciting entertainment
expansion," Minister Responsible for the Saskatchewan Gaming Corporation
Kim Trew said. "The comfort and convenience of sheltered access between
Casino Regina's new show lounge and the excellent accommodations and
services offered in downtown Regina furthers the casino's reputation as one
of Saskatchewan's top tourist destinations."
Trew said creating a climate-controlled link between Casino Regina's new
show lounge and downtown businesses makes good economic sense. Visitors
are encouraged to stay longer to take advantage of easy access to more
shopping, restaurants, entertainment and services, adding to the casino's
positive economic impacts on the city.
Mayor Pat Fiacco said the SkyWalk supports the plan approved by Regina's
Market Square and the city, and encourages activity in the downtown beyond
the 9-to-5 business day.
"This newest addition to the network of pedways connecting downtown
attractions makes Regina's Market Square more vibrant and even more
accessible," Fiacco said. He noted that visitors now have indoor access
from Casino Regina through to the F.W. Hill Mall via various pedways.
The SkyWalk pedestrian link is suspended over Saskatchewan Drive at
Hamilton Street.
A partnership was established between the City of Regina, the Delta Regina
Hotel, the Trade and Convention Centre, Regina's Market Square, Cadillac
Fairview and Casino Regina to cover the project's $2 million total cost.
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For more information, contact:
Bill Davies
Casino Regina
Regina
Phone: (306) 787-1592