Sudbury entrepreneur pitches private casino, hotel and 8,000-seat concert hall
Daniel Abdel-Nour proposes a $500M private resort in Sudbury featuring a casino, hotel, and 8,000-seat venue by 2030-31.Summary
Daniel Abdel-Nour, a Sudbury-based entrepreneur, has proposed the Country Pine Casino & Resort, a private development planned for completion by 2030-31 near the Silver Hills complex. The project includes an 18-storey luxury hotel, a high-end casino with 50-100 tables and 2,000 slot machines, an 8,000-seat concert hall and theatre, fine dining options, a spa, and event spaces. The venue aims to position Sudbury as a regional entertainment hub, attracting major concerts, cultural events, and conventions. Financed entirely through private investment, the project requires a C2 commercial rezoning and a gaming license from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). Abdel-Nour emphasizes the development’s independence from the nearby Kingsway Employment District (KED) and its potential to create 700-1,000 jobs. The resort’s Diamond Star Rooftop Restaurant and retail promenade are designed to enhance the area’s appeal, while the flexible venue space will host diverse events. The AGCO has confirmed that Gateway Casanova holds the only existing casino license in Sudbury, but Abdel-Nour’s project is separate and in good standing with regulators.
(Source：Thesudburystar)