Where Can I Find Coasters in Atlantic Canada to Play Lotteries?

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Coasters in Atlantic Canada

Coasters is the name given to a friendly gaming licensed establishment that takes your entertainment experience to a new level. When you see a Coasters sign outside a bar in New Brunswick, you can be sure that location has a full range of Atlantic Lottery products available inside.

What are Coasters?

Coasters in Atlantic Canada refer to bars, lounges, or pub-style venues that offer Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs)—electronic machines used for playing lottery-style games such as slots, video poker, and more. These establishments operate under the licensing and regulation of the Atlantic Lottery Corporation (ALC), which serves the provinces of:

  • Newfoundland and Labrador
  • Nova Scotia
  • New Brunswick
  • Prince Edward Island

From Video Lottery to PRO•LINE; Breakopen tickets to lottery games, Coasters has gaming options for everyone.

Each Coasters location has up to 25 video lottery terminals; Scratch‘N Win and Breakopen tickets and a lotto terminal to purchase your favourite draw games like Lotto 6/49, Lotto Max and more. Also play PROLINE games and get online access to your ALC.ca account at Coasters.

Where to find Coasters in Atlantic Canada?

If you’re looking to enjoy lottery games at a social venue, here’s how to find Coasters in Atlantic Canada:

The ALC provides a retailer locator tool where you can find:

  • Coasters (VLT venues)
  • Retailers selling lottery tickets (Lotto 6/49, Atlantic 49, etc.)
  • Lotto kiosks and self-serve terminals

At the website

  • Go to “Find a Retailer”
  • Select your province
  • Choose “VLT” or “Coaster” under game options
  • Enter your city, town, or postal code

Coasters also features an enhanced responsible gambling presence with a dedicated Atlantic Lottery gambling information kiosk. This kiosk provides information on Atlantic Lottery products and materials, tips and tools on how to play responsibly.

List of popular Coasters in Atlantic Canada

Coasters in Moncton

Moncton Lottery centers

Moncton is the largest city in the Canadian province of New Brunswick. Situated in the Petitcodiac River Valley, Moncton lies at the geographic centre of the Maritime Provinces. The city has earned the nickname “Hub City” due to its central inland location in the region and its history as a railway and land transportation hub for the Maritimes. You can play lotteries at the following places:

1. Cheers

Cheers Moncton
Cheers Bar

Location: 63 Brandon street Moncton, NB Phone: 506-857-0998,


2. Dooly’s Billiard Room

Dooly Billiard Room
Dooly’s

Location: 411 Elmwood Drive Moncton, NB Phone: 506-856-9787.

3. Sports Rock Dieppe

Sports Rock
Sports Rock

Location: 451 rue Paul, Dieppe, NB Phone: 506-855-6960

4. Dooly’s Mountain Road

Dooly Mountain Road
Dooly’s

Location: 1315 Mountain Road Moncton, NB Phone: 506-855-7665

Coasters at Fredericton

Lottery terminals in Canada

Fredericton is the capital of the Canadian province of New Brunswick. The city is situated in the west-central portion of the province along the Saint John River, which flows west to east as it bisects the city. The river is the dominant natural feature of the area. It is the third-largest city in the province after Moncton and Saint John.

1. Dooly’s Billiard Room

Dooly Canada
Dooly’s

Location 1211 Prospect Street Fredericton, NB Phone: 506-455-7765

2. Saint Mary’s Entertainment Centre

St Mary's Entertainment Centre
St Mary’s Entertainment Centre

Location 185 Gabriel Drive Fredericton (North), NB Phone: 1-888-992-4646

Coasters at Saint John

Saint John Coasters

Saint John  is the coastal port city of the Bay of Fundy in the Canadian province of New Brunswick. The port is Canada’s third largest port by tonnage with a cargo base that includes dry and liquid bulk, break bulk, containers, and cruise.

1. Dooly’s Billiard Room

Dooly Canada
Dooly’s

Location: Loch Lomond Mall Saint John, NB Phone: 506-657-7668

2. Fish and Brews Pub

Fish and Brew's Pub
Fish and Brew’s Pub

Location 800 Fairville Blvd Saint John, NB Phone: 506-635-8506

4. Valley Sands Entertainment Centre

Valley Sands
Valley Sands

Location: 221 Hampton Road Quispamsis, NB Phone 506-847-9614

5. Dooly’s Prince Edward Square

Dooly Canada
Dooly’s

Location: 100 Prince Edward Street Saint John, NB Phone 506-635-7668

Coasters at Beresford

Beresford

Beresford is a Canadian town in Gloucester County New Brunswick. It is situated on the shore of Chaleur Bay immediately north of the city of Bathurst. 81% of the town’s residents are francophone.

1. MJ Sports Bar

MJ Sports Bar
MJ Sports Bar

Location 969 rue Principale Beresford, NB Phone 506-546-2626

Coasters at Miramichi

Coasters at Miramichi

Miramichi is the largest city in northern New Brunswick, Canada.  It is situated at the mouth of the Miramichi River where it enters Miramichi Bay. The Miramichi Valley is the second longest valley in New Brunswick, after the Saint John River Valley.

1. Riverside Entertainment Centre

Riverside Pub
Riverside Pub

Location 2546 King George Highway Miramichi, NB Phone 506-773-610

Now visit any of these places above and enjoy lottery games, or have drinks in their pub section, watch live sports or just sit and relax with your friends as you have fine dine and wine.

Remember that

  • Must be 19+ years of age to enter a VLT Coaster venue.
  • A valid government-issued photo ID is required.
  • VLTs are subject to responsible gambling rules set by ALC and provincial regulators.

Besides the above list there are various other Coasters to visit in Atlantic Canada.

Conclusion

You can find Coasters across Atlantic Canada in towns and cities where liquor-licensed establishments are permitted to host Video Lottery Terminals.

These venues are regulated, safe, and designed to offer a casual gaming and social experience. Use the Atlantic Lottery website’s locator to find the closest venue near you.

FAQs

What is a Coaster in Atlantic Canada?

A Coaster refers to a licensed bar, pub, or lounge in Atlantic Canada that offers Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs). These venues provide players with access to electronic lottery games such as slots, video poker, and keno in a social, regulated setting.

Where can I find Coasters to play lottery games in Atlantic Canada?

You can find Coasters across Newfoundland & Labrador, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island. To locate one near you, visit the Atlantic Lottery Corporation’s official website and use the “Find a Retailer” tool to search for VLT locations.

What types of lottery games can I play at Coaster venues?

At Coaster locations, you can play a variety of video lottery games including:

Slot-style games
Video poker
Keno
Blackjack

These games are available on Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs) operated by the Atlantic Lottery Corporation.

Do I need to be of a certain age to enter a Coaster and play VLTs?

Yes. You must be at least 19 years old to enter a Coaster venue and play VLTs in Atlantic Canada. Valid government-issued ID is required for age verification at all locations.

Are Coaster locations regulated and safe for gambling?

Absolutely. Coaster venues are licensed and strictly regulated by the Atlantic Lottery Corporation. VLTs use certified random number generators (RNGs) to ensure fairness. These venues also follow responsible gambling practices, offering player limits, help resources, and access to the PlayWise or Game Sense program.