Responsible Gaming

Introduction

Gambling should be a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Always play for fun, set limits, and never bet more than you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

You must be at least 18 years old — or the legal age for gambling in your province or territory — to create an account and play. In many Canadian provinces, including British Columbia and Ontario, the legal gambling age is 19. Always verify the rules in your local jurisdiction.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. Warning signs may include:

• Chasing losses or trying to win back money you have lost
• Hiding gambling activity from family or friends
• Spending more time or money on gambling than you planned
• Borrowing money or selling possessions to gamble
• Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities
• Feeling anxious, guilty, or irritable when trying to cut down
• Lying about how much you gamble
• Using gambling as a way to escape stress or negative feelings

Self-Help Tools

Many licensed online casinos offer tools to help you stay in control:

• Deposit limits — cap how much you can add to your account
• Loss limits — cap how much you can lose over a set period
• Reality checks — on-screen reminders of how long you have been playing
• Session time limits — restrict how long you can play per session
• Self-exclusion