Responsible Gaming

Entertainment, Not Income

Online casino gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only. It is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Casino games are designed with a built-in house edge, meaning the odds always favor the house over time. Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose, and never view it as an investment or income source.

Age Verification

In Canada, you must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your province) to participate in online casino gaming. It is illegal for anyone under the legal age to gamble. If you are underage, please do not use casino sites. Parents and guardians are encouraged to monitor online activity and discuss the risks of gambling with young people.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognize any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, problem gambling may be developing:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same level of excitement
• Hiding gambling activities or lying about time and money spent gambling
• Neglecting family, work, school, or other important responsibilities due to gambling
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
• Using gambling as a way to escape problems or negative emotions
• Borrowing money or going into debt to finance gambling
• Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
• Damaged relationships because of gambling behavior
• Loss of interest in hobbies and social activities outside of gambling

Self-Help Tools & Player Protection Features

Responsible online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control over your gaming:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose during a session or time period
• Reality Checks: Enable reminders that interrupt gameplay at regular intervals to check your time and money spent
• Session Limits: Set a maximum duration for each gaming session
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from a casino or multiple casinos
• Account Restrictions: Reduce betting limits, disable bonuses, or restrict payment methods

Use these tools proactively to protect yourself and maintain control over your gambling habits.

Support Organizations in Canada & Internationally

If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, these organizations provide free, confidential support:

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council
  www.responsiblegambling.org
  Provides resources, research, and support for problem gambling in Canada.

International Resources

• National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
  www.ncpgambling.org
  Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (confidential and free)
• GamCare (United Kingdom)
  www.gamcare.org.uk
  Free confidential support and counseling for problem gambling.
• GamStop (United Kingdom)
  www.gamstop.co.uk
  National self-exclusion scheme for UK online gambling.
• Gambling Help Online (Australia)
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Counseling and self-help resources for problem gambling.

If You Need Help

Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and many people have recovered with proper support. If you are struggling with gambling:

• Contact the Responsible Gambling Council at www.responsiblegambling.org
• Speak with a counselor, therapist, or trusted friend or family member
• Use self-exclusion tools immediately to restrict access to gambling sites
• Consider joining a support group such as Gamblers Anonymous
• Call a helpline to speak with someone trained in problem gambling support

Recovery is possible. Reach out for help today.

Play responsibly. Gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it stops being fun, it's time to seek help.