Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
Online casinos should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Gambling is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and always set strict limits on time and spending.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older (or the legal age of majority in your province) to gamble online in Canada. If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not participate in any gambling activities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following signs in your behavior, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activity or lying about how much you gamble
- Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, food, utilities, medications)
- Spending more time and money gambling than intended
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce gambling
- Neglecting family, work, school, or other important responsibilities
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
- Unsuccessful attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
Self-Help Tools & Gambling Controls
Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount of losses you're willing to accept in a given period
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Time-Out/Cool-Off Periods: Temporarily suspend your account for hours, days, or weeks
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily close your account and be blocked from accessing the site
Use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gambling habits.
Support Organizations in Canada & Internationally
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, help is available:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org — Resources and support for Canadian problem gamblers
- Gamblers Anonymous: Free peer support meetings across Canada
- Problem Gambling Services: Many provincial health authorities offer free counseling and treatment
International Resources
- GamCare (UK): www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (UK): www.gamstop.co.uk
- Gambling Help Online (Australia): www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- National Council on Problem Gambling (US): www.ncpgambling.org
Need Help? Take Action Today
If you're struggling with gambling or suspect you may have a problem, reach out for help immediately. There is no shame in seeking support—help is confidential, free, and available 24/7.
Your well-being is more important than any bet.