Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto: Family & Non-Gambler Guide

How it scores for a family

• Pool and Water13 / 17Offers an indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, and steam room, but operating hours and sign-up requirements are not fully detailed.
• Non-Gaming Activities14 / 17Adjacent free access to Woodbine Racetrack and a dedicated gym, though no on-site arcade or spa facility.
• Family Rooms and Policies11 / 17Strict, clear supervisory rules for minors, but official pages do not publish detailed room counts or dimensions.
• Shows and Events15 / 17Features The Theatre, a state-of-the-art 5,000-seat venue hosting regular live concerts, comedy, and theatrical events.
• Food for a Family12 / 16Seven dining outlets ranging from quick grab-and-go options to casual dining and fine steakhouse choices.
• Transparency6 / 16Clear house rules and shuttle schedules published, but several hotel room specs and pool details are omitted.

What Non-Gamblers Can Do: Pool, Theatre, and Racetrack

When we travel as a family where only some of us visit the floor, non-gaming facilities are essential. The hotel tower features a wellness area that includes an indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room, and a gym facility. During busier stay periods, pool sign-up times may apply at the front desk to manage capacity.

For live entertainment, shows for all ages are hosted at The Theatre, a 5,000-person capacity venue configured for concerts, comedy, and theatrical events with seating capacities ranging from 1,500 to over 4,000 depending on the show setup. Tickets for events at The Theatre are sold through Ticketmaster.

Immediately adjacent to the resort complex sits Woodbine Racetrack. Viewing live horse races at Woodbine is free to attend, offering open access to the saddling paddock and spectator areas without parking or entry fees during scheduled race days in the fall season.

Dining Options and On-Site Amenities

The resort houses seven dining locations catering to standard meals, quick bites, and formal dinners. Family dining choices include Copperhorn Steakhouse, Chopsticks Noodlehouse, Lobster Legend Noodle Bar, Pizzaiolo, a casual gastropub, the Northern Lights Bar, and a Lobby Bar Grab & Go option. The hotel and casino operate 24/7, and restaurant operating hours remain regular throughout the year.

Guests driving to the property can access free self-parking in an enclosed, camera-monitored garage with 3,800 spaces. For travelers arriving by air, the hotel operates a free daily airport shuttle serving Toronto Pearson International Airport (Terminal 1 Arrivals Post F3 and Terminal 3 Gate B col. 13 / Gate G col. 41) between 6:00 AM and 12:00 PM and from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with priority access for registered hotel guests.

Rules for Minors and Age Restrictions

In Ontario, the legal gambling age is 19. According to provincial regulations enforced by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), minors under 19 are strictly prohibited from entering the gaming floor at any time.

The resort enforces clear house rules regarding minor access across hospitality and entertainment spaces:

• The primary registered hotel guest must be at least 19 years old with valid government photo ID at check-in.
• Minors under 16 may use non-gaming resort areas, restaurants, and hospitality spaces only when a parent or guardian aged 19 or older is actively supervising them at all times.
• Minors aged 16 to 18 may access non-gaming areas without a physical chaperone present, provided a parent or guardian aged 19 or older remains on the property and can be reached immediately.
• Minors must never be left unattended in hotel or entertainment areas while a parent or guardian is on the casino floor.

For more detailed information on provincial regulations across Canada, consult our guide to what minors can and cannot do.

Resort Transparency and Missing Details

When comparing properties on the family ranking, editorial transparency is crucial. While Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto publishes clear rules regarding age policies, shuttle times, and parking garage capacity, certain room details are limited on official channels. Room counts for the hotel tower are secondary-sourced from opening news reports (400 rooms), and specific square-footage figures for individual guest room categories are not fully published on the main site.

Additionally, while the hotel lists pools and water parks amenities including an indoor pool, hot tub, steam room, and sauna, specific daily opening hours and slot-booking windows for the pool area are not published online. Readers seeking exact room square footage or pet-friendly floor policies should contact the front desk directly prior to booking. Check availability at the hotel through the official resort site.

Our verdict

A massive Toronto casino resort with strong show choices, an indoor pool, and straightforward airport access.