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By Meghan Dewar, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter We\u2019koqma\u2019q First Nation has announced its involvement in the establishment of Indigenous Gaming Partners. The establishment was made alongside four other First Nations communities: Glooscap First Nation, Millbrook First Nation, Annapolis Valley First Nation and Paqtnkek Mi\u2019kmaw Nation. Through the collaboration, Indigenous Gaming Partners has successfully acquired PURE Canadian Gaming from ONCAP, in partnership with Sonco Gaming Inc., a leader in Indigenous-owned casino development and management. Headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, PURE Canadian Gaming operates four casinos. With the new acquisitions, We\u2019koqma\u2019q First Nation will be able to generate revenue that will be directed back into the community. This will allow for the strengthening of education, health resources, housing, and economic independence for the community. Meghan Dewar, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Cape Breton Post\/LJI… <\/p>\n

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By Meghan Dewar, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter We\u2019koqma\u2019q First Nation has announced its involvement in the establishment of Indigenous Gaming Partners. The establishment was made alongside four other First Nations communities: Glooscap First Nation, Millbrook First Nation, Annapolis Valley First Nation and Paqtnkek Mi\u2019kmaw Nation. Through the collaboration, Indigenous Gaming Partners has successfully acquired PURE Canadian Gaming from ONCAP, in partnership with Sonco Gaming Inc., a leader in Indigenous-owned casino development and management. Headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, PURE Canadian Gaming operates four casinos. With the new acquisitions, We\u2019koqma\u2019q First Nation will be able to generate revenue that will be directed back into the community. This will allow for the strengthening of education, health resources, housing, and economic independence for the community. Meghan Dewar, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Cape Breton Post\/LJI... <\/p>\n

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