Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

Online casinos and gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While gaming can be fun and exciting, it's important to approach it responsibly and within your means.

Remember: the house always has an edge. Never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose.

Age Verification

In Canada, you must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal age in your province/territory) to participate in online gambling. Some provinces may have higher minimum ages. It is illegal for anyone under the legal gambling age to gamble online.

All reputable online casinos verify player age during registration. If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not attempt to register.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Do you recognize any of these signs in your own behavior? If so, it may be time to seek help:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover lost money
• Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, food, bills, medicine)
• Hiding gambling activities or lying about how much you gamble
• Gambling longer or with more money than intended
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
• Neglecting family, work, or personal responsibilities due to gambling
• Using gambling to escape from stress, anxiety, or depression
• Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
• Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
• Experiencing financial difficulties due to gambling

Self-Help Tools & Controls

Responsible online casinos provide tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit in a day, week, or month
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a session
• Bet Limits: Restrict the size of individual bets
• Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you've been playing
• Session Time Limits: Set automatic logout after a specified duration
• Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling for a set period (days, months, or years)
• Account Closure: Permanently close your account if needed

Use these tools proactively. They are designed to protect you and help maintain responsible gaming habits.

Support Organizations & Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Here are trusted organizations serving Canadian residents:

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
  Provides education, resources, and support for problem gambling in Canada
• Gamblers Anonymous
  A peer support fellowship with meetings across Canada for those affected by problem gambling
• Provincial Problem Gambling Services:
  Most Canadian provinces offer free, confidential counseling services. Contact your provincial health authority for local resources.

International Resources

• National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org
• GamCare (United Kingdom)
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
• Gambling Help Online (Australia)
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au

If You Need Help

Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you think you may have a gambling problem, or if someone you care about does, please reach out to one of the support organizations listed above.

Free, confidential help is available 24/7 in most Canadian provinces. Don't wait—the earlier you seek support, the better.

If you are in crisis, please contact your local emergency services or a mental health crisis line immediately.