Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Online casino gaming is meant to be a form of entertainment and fun. 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
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your province) to use online casinos in Canada. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and take age verification seriously.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may have a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities from family or friends
- Gambling with money intended for bills, rent, or essential expenses
- Unable to stop or reduce your gambling despite wanting to
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability when not gambling
- Neglecting work, school, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay off gambling debts
- Feeling anxious or stressed when you're not able to gamble
- Gambling more frequently or with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
Self-Help Tools & Player Protection
Most reputable online casinos offer built-in 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: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a session or time period
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders showing how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic session time limits after which you'll be logged out
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from a casino account or across multiple platforms
- Account Closure: Request permanent closure of your account if needed
We encourage you to use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gaming habits.
Canadian Support Organizations
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, the following organizations provide free, confidential support:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council — www.responsiblegambling.org — Provides resources and support for problem gambling in Canada
- Gambling Anonymous — 1-866-332-9969 — 12-step support meetings and peer counseling
- Problem Gambling Services (Provincial Resources) — Each Canadian province offers free counseling and treatment services. Contact your local health authority for referrals.
International Resources
- National Council on Problem Gambling (USA) — www.ncpgambling.org — 1-800-522-4700
- GamCare (United Kingdom) — www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (United Kingdom) — www.gamstop.co.uk — Multi-operator self-exclusion scheme
- Gambling Help Online (Australia) — www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
If You Need Help
Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you're struggling with gambling or believe you may have a problem, please reach out to one of the support organizations listed above. They offer confidential, non-judgmental assistance 24/7.
Remember: You are not alone, and help is available.