Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income

Online gambling should only be viewed as a form of entertainment, similar to going to a movie or concert. It should never be considered a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Always gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

In Canada, you must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal age of majority in your province) to participate in online gambling. Some provinces may have different age requirements for certain forms of gambling. It is your responsibility to verify that you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction before registering or playing.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Hiding your gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
• Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
• Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
• Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or other problems
• Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
• Neglecting work, school, or personal relationships due to gambling
• Unsuccessful attempts to cut back or stop gambling
• Lying to others about the extent of your gambling

If you recognize these signs in yourself or someone else, please seek help immediately.

Self-Help Tools & Player Protection

Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a daily, weekly, or monthly period
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount of losses you are willing to accept
• Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you have been playing and how much you have wagered
• Time-Out: Temporarily suspend your account for a set period (hours, days, or weeks)
• Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily ban yourself from accessing gambling sites

Use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gambling habits.

Support Resources in Canada & Internationally

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council
  www.responsiblegambling.org
  Ontario-based organization offering support, resources, and treatment referrals across Canada
• Provincial Gambling Helplines: Most Canadian provinces operate 24/7 helplines. Contact your provincial health ministry or search "problem gambling helpline [your province]"

International Resources

• GamCare (United Kingdom)
  www.gamcare.org.uk
  Free, confidential support for problem gambling
• GamStop (United Kingdom)
  www.gamstop.co.uk
  National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
• Gambling Help Online (Australia)
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Counselling services and support resources
• National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
  www.ncpgambling.org
  Information, referrals, and 1-800-GAMBLER helpline

If You Need Help

Please reach out today. Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and support is available. Whether you choose to contact a helpline, speak with a counselor, or use self-exclusion tools, taking action is a sign of strength.

Do not let gambling negatively impact your health, finances, or relationships. Resources are free, confidential, and available 24/7. You are not alone.