Zane Hansen
President and CEO, SIGA
There were a number of game changing moments this year for SIGA: evolving to become a true gaming operator by taking over the management of our slot system; opening our seventh destination, Gold Horse Casino, in Lloydminster, Saskatchewan; holding the sod turning with our partners Whitecap Dakota First Nation on a first-rate hotel out at Dakota Dunes Casino; and breaking ground on a new office for the central administration of SIGA.
Despite all of these major investments, the continued challenge of mature gaming markets, and enduring the coldest February on record, we outpaced our projections and continued to see very strong business performance. This past year, we earned revenues of $262 million and a net income of $82.5 million, which will go back to our beneficiaries across the province. Thank you to our employees and customers for helping us to achieve and Share Success.
As we look ahead – only one year out from celebrating a major milestone, 25 years in business – we reflect on how far we’ve come. From about 500 employees and four casinos to close to 2,000 employees and seven casinos – with a 64 per cent First Nation workforce. We’ve been able to build this success by maintaining a resolute focus on our ‘why,’ our purpose – to create opportunity and to help strengthen the lives of First Nation people. We couldn’t do this without our loyal patrons and employees, which is why we remain committed to providing exceptional customer service and organizational excellence.
I am proud of the continued dedication of our team across SIGA. Again this year, we were named a Great Place to Work and a Top Saskatchewan Employer. We were also honoured with several new awards this year in various areas, including the national Canadian Gaming Association Community Investment Award, the national IABC Silver Leaf Award for excellence in communications, along with business, employer, marketing and community involvement awards won by many of our casino locations.
We are proud to be a First Nation owned and operated organization, and I would like to thank the Chiefs of Saskatchewan for their vision that led to SIGA’s creation. On behalf of SIGA’s Executive, thank you to the Board of Directors for your strategic governance. Together, we are building a better future for our people.
Regards,
Zane Hansen
President and CEO, SIGA
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