March 12, 2009
Live Racing to Continue at Fort Erie

FORT ERIE, March 12...Nordic Gaming Corp. announced they have reached an agreement that will allow the continuation of live racing at the historic Fort Erie Race Track for 2009.

“Nordic is very pleased that all the stakeholders have been able to come up with a solution that will enable live racing this season,” said owner representative Stephen Ayers. “As in the past we will continue to support the track and the wonderful people who make the operation work.”

Nordic’s owners (El Ad Canada) have negotiated a Letter of Intent with the Fort Erie EDTC to enter into negotiations regarding the purchase and sale of the property and assets comprising Fort Erie Race Track.

“We are looking forward to successful negotiations with the EDTC that will allow the purchase of the track,” said Ayers.

Nordic Gaming, who will continue to operate the track, plans to mirror recent year’s operations with respect to the opening of the stable area and race dates.

The stable area is schedule to open for set-up March 20 and 21 while horses will be allowed to ship in March 22. Training will begin March 23.

Subject to regulatory approval, opening day is scheduled for May 2.

“It has been a pleasure for us to work with the stakeholders who have an investment in the tracks operation,” said Director of Operations Herb McGirr. “We are especially pleased that we will have live racing in 2009.

Daryl Wells
Media and Communications
1-800-295-3770 ext. 3204
e-mail: dwells@forterieracetrack.ca