Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Sports betting should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The odds are always in favour of the sportsbook, and there is no guaranteed way to win. Please only bet what you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal age of majority in your province) to participate in sports betting in Canada. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet all local legal requirements before placing any bets. We do not knowingly accept players under the legal age.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem. Please seek help:
- Chasing losses by betting more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Neglecting work, school, family, or other important responsibilities
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative feelings
- Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
- Experiencing financial difficulties due to gambling
- Failed attempts to control or stop gambling
- Lying to others about the extent of your gambling
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable sportsbooks offer tools to help you manage your gambling responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during your gaming session about how long and how much you've been betting
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing betting sites
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic reminders or account closures after a certain time period
- Bet Limits: Restrict the maximum bet size per wager
Contact your sportsbook's customer support team to activate these features on your account.
Support Organizations in Canada & Internationally
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) — www.responsiblegambling.org — Provides resources, counselling referrals, and support for problem gambling across Canada
- Gamblers Anonymous — Free peer support groups across Canada for individuals struggling with gambling addiction
- Provincial Gambling Helplines: Each Canadian province offers confidential helplines; contact your provincial health authority for details
International Resources
- GamCare (UK) — www.gamcare.org.uk — Free counselling and support for problem gambling
- GamStop (UK) — www.gamstop.co.uk — National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
- Gambling Help Online (Australia) — www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Information, counselling, and support services
- National Council on Problem Gambling (USA) — www.ncpgambling.org — Resources and helpline: 1-800-522-4700
Need Help?
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, reach out for help today. There is no shame in seeking support, and professional resources are available and confidential.
Contact the Responsible Gambling Council at www.responsiblegambling.org or speak with a counsellor who can provide guidance and treatment options.
Remember: Your health and well-being are more important than any bet.