April 7, 2021: With yesterday's government announcement for the province of Alberta returning to Stage 1 protocols, we unfortunately will not be reopening on April 12 as previously planned. The health & safety of our guests and staff remains a top priority.
March 26, 2021: We're happy to announce that Stoney Nakoda Resort & Casino will be reopening the hotel and restaurant as of April 12. The casino will remain closed as per provincial government and Alberta Health Services guidelines, until permitted with the Stage 3 reopening plans.
December 11, 2020: Effective Sunday December 13, Stoney Nakoda Resort & Casino will be closing temporarily. We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back in 2021.
December 9, 2020: In adherence to provincial regulations, as of midnight Saturday December 12, the casino and restaurant will be closed until further notice.
November 30, 2020: Due to the increase in COVID-19 cases in the Municipal District of Big Horn No 8, and the new restrictions set in place by the Government of Alberta, our table games will be closed until further notice.
Our slot machines, Off-Track betting and VLT's remain open. Sidelines Lounge is open daily from 10am - 11pm (last call at 9:45pm).
November 17, 2020: As a safety precaution with the rise of COVID-19 cases, Stoney Nakoda Resort & Casino is implementing a mandatory mask policy effective today, November 17, 2020. Guests entering the resort will be required to wear a mask. Masks can be removed once seated in the restaurant/lounge. Your health & safety is our priority, and we thank you for your cooperation
September 8, 2020: Table games are now open. Masks are required for all table games players
August 7, 2020: We're happy to announce the swimming pool and waterslide are now open for hotel guests to enjoy.
June 15, 2020:
Stoney Nakoda Resort & Casino is happy to announce that on Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at 10am we will be reopening the casino and Sidelines Lounge. We're excited to welcome everyone back!
We are committed to the health and safety of our guests, employees and community and are following guidelines from the Alberta Provincial Government and Alberta Health services during the reopening phases.
- Casino hours are Sun-Thurs 10am-Midnight and Fri/Sat 10am-2am
- Limited slot machines will be available to allow for social distancing
- Table games will remain closed until further notice
- Extra hand sanitizer stations are located through out the casino floor
- Machines are sanitized frequently
- Slot hand-pay limits have been increased to reduce the amount of contact
- The hotel and restaurant are currently open
- There are no buffets or Daily Food Specials as a limited menu is in place
- The pool/waterslide/hot tub and fitness room remain closed at this time
- Non-essential high touch items have been removed from guest rooms, but are available upon request
June 1, 2020: Stoney Nakoda Resort & Casino is happy to announce that on June 15, 2020 we will be reopening the hotel and The Ridge restaurant. As per Alberta Provincial Government guidelines all casinos in the province will remain closed until further notice. Sidelines Lounge will also remain closed until further notice.
We are committed to the health and safety of our guests, employees and community. Following guidelines from the Alberta Provincial Government and Alberta Health services during the reopening phases, the hotel swimming pool (includes waterslide and hot tub), and the hotel fitness centre will remain closed. Tables in the restaurant will be socially distanced, and single-use menus will be used. Enhanced disinfecting procedures have been implemented throughout the property.
April 21, 2020: On April 16, 2020, Nakoda Emergency Management implemented precautions for the safety of all Nation members. Some of those precautions include:
- Only Stoney band members, approved non-members, essential services, first responders and employees/contractors are permitted to enter or stay on the reserve.
- Curfew from 10pm to 6am, to and from work excluded
With the above precautions in place from Nakoda Emergency Management, effective immediately, there will be no overnight parking in the resort parking lot (transport trucks are permitted). To view the full list of precautions from Nakoda Emergency Management please visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/StoneyNakodaResortCasino/
March 28, 2020: Following the directive of the provincial government and Alberta Health Services on March 17, 2020 concerning the current provincial state of emergency resulting from the pandemic COVID-19, all casino operations in the province have been closed indefinitely. In addition, on March 27, the province announced all dine-in services are prohibited.
As a precautionary measure in line with prevention efforts taking place across Canada and around the world, Stoney Nakoda Resort & Casino unfortunately needs to announce the temporary closure of the resort to the public effective Sunday, March 29, 2020. Stoney Tribal Administration Emergency Management Team will continue to operate at the resort, but no public access is permitted.
We are committed to the health and safety of our guests, employees and community.
The remaining employees are following the advice of the Provincial and Federal Governments, along with Alberta Health Services to ensure a safe workplace. Our staff will be reaching out to those guests who are affected by this closure. If you are calling the resort, phone calls may not be answered at this time, but if you should require additional information please email us at info@stoneynakodaresort.com.
We hope you and your family stay healthy and we look forward to welcoming you back to Stoney Nakoda Resort & Casino, Kananaskis Country, and the Canadian Rockies once we can re-open our doors.
(March 17, 2020) Effective immediately, under the direction of Alberta provincial government, casino operations in the province of Alberta are to be closed. The casino closure is effective immediately on Tuesday, March 17, 2020. At this time, the hotel and Ridge restaurant will remain open.
This closure will last until we receive word from AGLC or the provincial government of Alberta that casino operations may safely operate again.
Please follow our social media and website for future updates. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to Stoney Nakoda Resort & Casino.
(March 13, 2020) – Stoney Nakoda Resort & Casino is closely monitoring the global health response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) and guidance provided by Alberta Health Services, and the World Health Organization.
The health and safety of our guests and employees is our top priority, and we are following the lead of Canadian public health authorities at this time. While Alberta Health Services continues to state the risk level in Alberta is low, we are implementing policies and plans to protect our guests and employees.
We have implemented enhanced cleaning procedures and protocols throughout the property, including:
- Placing hand sanitizer dispensing stations in high-traffic, visible areas such as entrances/exits, lobby area, as well as other public and back-of-house locations.
- Increasing the frequency of disinfectant procedures as recommended by Alberta Health Services
- Public touch points, such as handrails, elevator buttons, door handles and knobs are cleaned multiple times throughout the day.
- Surfaces such as front desk, restaurant counters and dining room tables are wiped regularly.
- The casino gaming floor slot machines & tables are wiped and surfaces cleaned several times throughout the day
We are continuing to communicate with our employees and guests on the guidance for prevention. That guidance remains:
- Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
- Avoid touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick
As a precaution, Stoney Nakoda Resort & Casino will be temporarily cancelling the Friday & Saturday evening Prime Rib & Lobster buffets. We will continue to monitor the situation to determine any additional actions that may be required.
