Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Sports betting should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While sports betting can be fun and exciting, it's important to understand that the odds always favour the sportsbook. Only bet what you can afford to lose, and never gamble with money needed for essentials like rent, food, or utilities.
Age Requirements
In Canada, you must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal age of majority in your province) to participate in sports betting. Some provinces may have different age requirements. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction before placing any bets.
If you are under the legal age to gamble, please do not use this website.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Be aware of these warning signs:
- Chasing losses by betting more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activity from family, friends, or healthcare providers
- Gambling with money set aside for bills, rent, or other necessities
- Difficulty controlling the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce gambling
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling activities
- Lying about the extent of your gambling
- Using gambling as a way to escape problems or negative emotions
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
If you recognize any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available.
Self-Help Tools & Resources
Most reputable sportsbooks offer tools to help you maintain control over your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount of losses you're willing to accept in a given period
- Reality Checks: Receive notifications during your betting session reminding you of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Time-Out/Cool-Off Period: Temporarily suspend your account for a set period (hours, days, or weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily exclude yourself from betting accounts
Use these tools proactively to stay in control of your gambling habits.
Support Organizations & Help Services
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, confidential help is available:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Information and resources for problem gambling in Canada - Problem Gambling Institute of Ontario
Supports Ontarians with gambling concerns and their families - Gamblers Anonymous
Free peer support meetings available across Canada
International Resources
- GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk - Gambling Help Online (Australia)
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Take Action Today
If you think you may have a problem with gambling, or if someone you care about does, please reach out for help now. Problem gambling is treatable, and support is available. Speaking with a counselor, trusted friend, or family member can be the first step toward recovery.
You are not alone. Help is just a phone call or click away.
For more information about responsible gaming, visit the Responsible Gambling Council at www.responsiblegambling.org.