Sports and Entertainment

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xx April 2007

Leisure in Canada

Canada offers a lot to a tourist or a local when it comes to entertainment and leisure . Canada caters to four seasons , which allows for different activities and various sights to see

Leisure and entertainment attractions in Canada could be classified into three major groups , namely , amusement parks , gaming and casinos , and public space highlights

One of the popular amusement parks in Canada is the Playland Park at the PNE in Vancouver . The park has a schedule for its operations , but

br the same is subject to change , depending on the weather

Playland at the PNE caters to the multifarious interests of almost anyone . It has dangerous rides for the adventurous and thrill seeker but also has mild rides for the person with a queasy stomach . Playland at the PNE likewise installed various games for every member of the family who may not be keen to rides

For example , the amusement park offers a climbing wall that stands 35 feet high , which could cater to both beginners and experienced climbers THe amusement park also boasts of the Glass House , which is a winding maze of glass , designed to be a place for fun for both adults and children

Another amusement park in Canada is the Galaxyland Amusement Park located in West Edmonton Mall . It is said to be the largest indoor amusement park in the world . It provides for many different rides , which could be ridden by a child with a chaperone . This indicates the park 's dedication to the safety and security of its clients

Finally , Splashdown Park is an outdoor water park located in Nulelum Way , Tsawwassen , B .C , which boasts of a big pool area , a giant hot tub intermediate body slides , a splash park for children , volleyball and basketball courts , tents , and picnic tables for a complete package of outdoor entertainment

Canada also boasts of many casinos and other gaming attractions to suit the taste of everybody . One of the leading casinos in Canada is the River Rock Casino Resort , located at 8811 River Road Richmond BC . The casino offers various table games such as blackjack , roulette , mini and midi baccarat , and texas shootout . It also has the slots and a poker tournament

The casino is big in size , being host of over 7 restaurants , a 950-seat state-of-the-art show theater , over 900 slot machines and 100 gaming tables

River Rock Casino Resort likewise provides for excellent accommodation to its clients through its hotel and fabulous entertainment showcase and it provides for special offers based on membership in a rewards program

Another casino in Canada that caters to the taste of local and international gamers is the Casino Rama , located in Rama (Mnjikaning Ontario , on the East shore of Lake Couchiching . Casino Rama is 192 , 000 square feet of entertainment and gaming . It provides numerous slots and table games , as well as tournaments and players rewards . It boasts of 2400 slot machines , more than 110 gaming tables , and 9...