Our Story

Built on Craft. Driven by Detail.

Twelve years ago, a passion for entertaining people grew into Western Canada's most trusted casino-theme prop hire company. This is who we are.

Founded 2012

From One Table to a Full Casino Floor

Prestige Event Dealers was founded in Winnipeg in 2012 by Marcus and Diane Thornton — two former hospitality professionals who recognised that corporate events in Western Canada were in desperate need of a higher standard of entertainment prop hire.

What began with a single poker table and a borrowed van has grown into a full-fleet operation servicing over 500 events across Winnipeg, Regina, Saskatoon, Calgary, Edmonton, and beyond. Every table, every chip set, and every deployment still reflects the meticulous standards Marcus and Diane established on day one.

We have never compromised on quality. Every piece of equipment we field is commercial-grade, maintained to the same standard as those found in private members' clubs. We believe that the details guests touch — the weight of a chip, the smoothness of a wheel — are what make an experience genuinely memorable rather than merely adequate.

500+
Events Delivered
12
Years in Business
4
Table Types in Fleet
6+
Cities Served
Prestige Event Dealers casino night atmosphere — full ballroom with multiple gaming tables
The Team

The People Behind the Experience

Our team of event professionals and trained dealers bring genuine expertise to every event we service.

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Marcus Thornton

Co-Founder & Director

Former hospitality director with 20+ years in luxury event management. Marcus oversees operations, fleet maintenance, and client relationships.

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Diane Thornton

Co-Founder & Creative Lead

Responsible for event design, theming, and the visual identity of every deployment. Diane ensures each setup is as beautiful as it is functional.

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Ryan Kowalski

Head of Dealer Training

Former professional dealer and certified trainer. Ryan leads all staff development and oversees dealer placement for every event.

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Amara Osei

Events & Logistics Manager

Coordinates every delivery, setup, and staffing schedule. Amara is the operational backbone ensuring every event runs without a hitch.

What We Stand For

Our Values

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Uncompromising Quality

Every table is inspected before and after every event. We maintain our equipment to the same standard as private members' clubs, because we believe our clients deserve nothing less.

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Responsible Entertainment

We are steadfastly committed to entertainment-only operations. No real money, no gambling mechanics. We believe great experiences don't need a financial stake — they need great design.

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Client-First Service

Every event is unique and every client deserves dedicated attention. We listen carefully, respond quickly, and adapt our service to meet your specific vision and logistical constraints.

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Professionalism in Every Detail

From the moment our crew arrives to the final piece of equipment loaded back on the truck, we represent ourselves — and your event — with quiet professionalism and genuine care.

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Community Commitment

We are proud to be a Winnipeg-founded business serving the communities that have supported us for over a decade. We actively partner with charitable organisations across the Prairies.

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Continuous Improvement

We invest in our fleet, our people, and our processes every year. The standard you receive today is higher than the one our clients experienced last year — and next year will be better still.