VICI Properties Inc. (NYSE: VICI) (“VICI Properties”, “VICI” or
the “Company”) announced today that it has entered into an
amendment and consented to the assignment of the master lease
agreement with PURE Canadian Gaming Corp. (“PURE”) to an affiliate
of Indigenous Gaming Partners Inc. (“IGP”), in connection with the
acquisition of the operating assets of PURE by an affiliate of
IGP.
IGP is a partnership of five institutional First Nations
established to acquire gaming assets in North America. IGP has
partnered with Sonco Gaming, one of Canada’s most experienced
casino developers and managers, who will assist in the sourcing and
execution of casino gaming investments, as well as management
oversight of IGP’s portfolio.
Danny Valoy, Vice President of Business Development and
Acquisitions, said, “This transaction demonstrates VICI’s ability
to collaboratively work with existing partners while building new
relationships with highly experienced operators and First Nations
in international jurisdictions. We are pleased to welcome IGP as a
new partner, and we look forward to expanding our relationship with
IGP and Sonco as they pursue additional growth opportunities in the
future.”
Anthony Novac, CEO of Sonco, said, “We are excited to work with
VICI, an established partner in providing financial solutions to
the gaming industry. We believe having a partner like VICI will
give us a competitive advantage as we seek growth opportunities in
the Canadian market.”
In connection with entering into the amendment to the PURE
Canadian master lease, VICI received a 5-year right of first offer
(“ROFO”) on future sale-leaseback transactions. Any additional
properties acquired pursuant to the ROFO will be added to the
master lease.
The annual base rent of C$22.0 million (US$15.5 million based on
the CAD:USD exchange rate as of December 9, 2024) and other
economic terms of the PURE Canadian master lease will remain
unchanged, including a base term of 25-years with four 5-year
tenant renewal options, escalation of 1.25% per annum in lease year
3, with escalation equal to the greater of 1.5% and Canadian CPI
(capped at 2.5%) starting in lease year 4, and a minimum capital
expenditure requirement equal to 1.0% of annual net revenue. The
lease, currently in lease year 2 and escalating on February 1 of
each year, encompasses the following assets in Alberta, Canada:
PURE Casino Edmonton, PURE Casino Yellowhead, PURE Casino Calgary
and PURE Casino Lethbridge.
About VICI Properties
VICI Properties Inc. is an S&P 500® experiential real estate
investment trust that owns one of the largest portfolios of
market-leading gaming, hospitality and entertainment destinations,
including Caesars Palace Las Vegas, MGM Grand and the Venetian
Resort Las Vegas, three of the most iconic entertainment facilities
on the Las Vegas Strip. VICI Properties owns 93 experiential assets
across a geographically diverse portfolio consisting of 54 gaming
properties and 39 other experiential properties across the United
States and Canada. The portfolio is comprised of approximately 127
million square feet and features approximately 60,300 hotel rooms
and over 500 restaurants, bars, nightclubs and sportsbooks. Its
properties are occupied by industry-leading gaming, leisure and
hospitality operators under long-term, triple-net lease agreements.
VICI Properties has a growing array of real estate and financing
partnerships with leading operators in other experiential sectors,
including Bowlero, Cabot, Canyon Ranch, Chelsea Piers, Great Wolf
Resorts, Homefield and Kalahari Resorts. VICI Properties also owns
four championship golf courses and approximately 33 acres of
undeveloped and underdeveloped land adjacent to the Las Vegas
Strip. VICI Properties’ goal is to create the highest quality and
most productive experiential real estate portfolio through a
strategy of partnering with the highest quality experiential place
makers and operators. For additional information, please visit
www.viciproperties.com.
About IGP
Indigenous Gaming Partners Inc. is a newly established gaming
company focused on developing a portfolio of high-quality,
market-leading casinos through strategic acquisitions and
operational excellence. The partnership is comprised of five
institutional First Nations including Glooscap First Nation,
Millbrook First Nation, Annapolis Valley First Nation, We’koqma’q
L’nue’kati, and Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation. With a mission to create
meaningful economic opportunities for Indigenous communities, IGP
partners with exceptional management teams to deliver outstanding
entertainment experiences while driving sustainable growth and
long-term value for our stakeholders. Guided by disciplined
investment strategies, hands-on operational expertise, and backing
from visionary investors, IGP is dedicated to setting new standards
in the gaming industry while fostering prosperity for its
Indigenous communities, charitable partners, and provincial
stakeholders. For more information, visit
www.indigenousgamingpartners.com.
About Sonco Gaming Inc.
Sonco Gaming Inc. is part of the Sonco Group of Companies, which
focuses on real estate and gaming development and management. Sonco
has developed and/or managed some of the country’s most successful
Indigenous gaming projects, including The Great Blue Heron Casino
on Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation in Ontario, and The
Grey Eagle Resort & Casino on the lands of Tsuut’ina First
Nation outside of Calgary, AB. For more information, visit
www.sonco.ca.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within
the meaning of the federal securities laws. You can identify these
statements by our use of the words “assumes,” “believes,”
“estimates,” “expects,” “guidance,” “intends,” “plans,” “projects,”
“will,” and similar expressions that do not relate to historical
matters. All statements other than statements of historical fact
are forward-looking statements. You should exercise caution in
interpreting and relying on forward-looking statements because they
involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors
which are, in some cases, beyond VICI’s control and could
materially affect actual results, performance, or achievements.
Among those risks, uncertainties and other factors are risks that
VICI may not achieve the benefits contemplated by the transaction
described herein, including with respect to entry into any future
sale leaseback or other transactions between VICI and IGP,
including pursuant to VICI’s right of first offer, or the
anticipated benefits thereof. Additional important risk factors
that may affect VICI’s business, results of operations and
financial position are detailed from time to time in VICI’s filings
with the Securities and Exchange Commission. VICI does not
undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking
statement, whether as a result of new information, future events,
or otherwise, except as may be required by applicable law.
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David Kieske EVP, Chief Financial Officer
DKieske@viciproperties.com
Moira McCloskey SVP, Capital Markets
MMcCloskey@viciproperties.com
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