Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Online gambling and casino apps should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Gambling is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. It is important to approach gambling with realistic expectations and to gamble only with money you can afford to lose.
Remember: The odds always favor the house. Play for fun, not for profit.
Age Verification
Online gambling in Canada is only available to individuals who are 18 years of age or older (or the legal age of majority in your province). It is illegal for anyone under the legal age to participate in gambling activities.
Operators are required to verify the age and identity of all players. If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not attempt to register or play.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available:
- Gambling more frequently or with larger amounts than intended
- Feeling the need to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the desired excitement
- Repeatedly trying to cut back or control gambling without success
- Becoming anxious or irritable when attempting to reduce or stop gambling
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Lying to family members, friends, or others about gambling activities or time spent gambling
- Jeopardizing relationships, employment, education, or career opportunities due to gambling
- Relying on others to provide money to pay off gambling debts
- Using gambling as a way to escape problems or relieve negative emotions
- Experiencing sleep disturbances or neglecting personal health and hygiene
Self-Help Tools and Features
Most responsible gambling apps and platforms offer built-in tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit over a specific period (daily, weekly, or monthly).
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose during a session or period.
- Reality Checks: Enable reminders that pop up during play to remind you how long and how much you have been gambling.
- Session Limits: Set a maximum duration for your gambling sessions.
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently block your access to gambling accounts and platforms.
- Time-Out: Take a mandatory break from gambling for a set period.
Use these tools proactively to help maintain responsible gambling habits.
Support Organizations and Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out to one of these organizations:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org
Provides evidence-based resources, prevention, and treatment information for problem gambling across Canada. - Problem Gambling Services
Contact your provincial health authority for local problem gambling treatment services and counseling.
International Resources
- GamCare (United Kingdom)
www.gamcare.org.uk
Free and 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
Counseling and support services for Australians affected by problem gambling. - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
www.ncpgambling.org
Resources and referrals for individuals seeking help with gambling problems.
If You Need Help
Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If gambling is causing you harm or distress, or if you are concerned about your gambling habits, please reach out to one of the organizations listed above.
Treatment and support are available, and recovery is possible. You do not have to face this alone.
Gambling problems can be overcome. Get help today.