Responsible Gaming
Gambling should always be a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please play responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years old to gamble, or the legal gambling age in your province or territory (19 in many parts of Canada). It is illegal for anyone under the legal age to gamble. Online casinos are required to verify your age and identity before you can play.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you care about, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses — trying to win back money you have lost
- Hiding gambling activity from family or friends
- Gambling more money or time than you intended
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Lying about gambling or being secretive about it
- Borrowing money or selling possessions to gamble
- Feeling guilty, anxious, or depressed after gambling
- Being unable to stop or cut back despite repeated attempts
- Using gambling as a way to escape from stress or problems
Self-Help Tools
Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you stay in control. These include:
- Deposit limits — set a maximum amount you can deposit daily, weekly, or monthly
- Loss limits — cap the amount you can lose over a set period
- Reality checks — receive reminders of how long you have been playing
- Session time limits — control how long you play in one sitting
- Self-exclusion — block yourself from accessing a gambling site for a set period or permanently
- Cooling-off periods — take a short break from gambling (e.g., 24 hours to several weeks)
Use these tools proactively to keep gambling fun and safe.
Support Organizations
If you need help or advice, the following organisations offer free, confidential support. Contact the one most relevant to your location: