The hiring has begun and a lot more of it is coming at the Shorelines Casino Belleville.
The company has announced the hiring of its first local employee, Appel Maracle.
She will be the Manager of Human Resources at the casino and was born and raised on the Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory.
To begin with, the company will advertise and interview for 6 management positions.
But next month, recruitment will start for the rest of the casino workforce, expected to total close to 300 people.
Shorelines Casino Belleville will offer training and will provide a benefits package to employees.
The casino should be ready to open before the end of the year.