Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
Cryptocurrency gambling and online gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. It is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and always maintain perspective on the risks involved.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in your province/territory to access and use gambling services in Canada. Age verification is mandatory before participating in any gambling activity.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a gambling problem:
- Chasing Losses: Gambling more to try to recover money you've lost
- Hiding Gambling: Concealing the amount of time or money spent gambling from family or friends
- Increased Frequency: Needing to gamble more often or for longer periods to achieve the same excitement
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family obligations due to gambling
- Financial Difficulties: Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Mood Changes: Becoming irritable, anxious, or depressed when unable to gamble
- Failed Attempts to Stop: Repeatedly trying and failing to cut back or quit gambling
- Tolerance: Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money for excitement
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable gambling platforms offer tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount you're willing to lose in a given timeframe
- Time Limits: Set session duration limits to control how long you gamble
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders during gaming sessions about time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling platforms
- Account Cool-Off: Take a break from gambling for a specified period
Use these tools proactively to maintain control over your gambling habits.
Support Organizations for Problem Gambling
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council — www.responsiblegambling.org — Provides resources and support for Canadian gamblers
- Problem Gambling Services: Contact your provincial health ministry or local mental health services for support specific to your province
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) — www.ncpgambling.org — 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
United Kingdom
- GamCare — www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop — www.gamstop.co.uk — National Self-Exclusion Scheme
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
If You Need Help, Reach Out
Problem gambling is treatable, and recovery is possible. If you or someone you care about is struggling with gambling:
- Contact one of the support organizations listed above
- Speak with a trusted family member, friend, or healthcare provider
- Call the National Council on Problem Gambling: 1-800-GAMBLER
- Explore professional counseling or therapy services in your area
You are not alone. Help is available, and seeking support is a sign of strength.