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. It's important to understand that the odds are always in favor of the sportsbook, and losing is a real possibility. Please bet only with money you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

Sports betting in Canada is only available to individuals who are 18 years of age or older (19+ in some provinces including Ontario, Quebec, and Manitoba). It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal age requirement in your province before placing any bets. We do not permit gambling by minors under any circumstances.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognize any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a gambling problem:

• Chasing losses by betting more money to recover what you've lost
• Hiding gambling activity or betting amounts from family and friends
• Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
• Feeling the need to bet with increasing amounts to achieve the same excitement
• Becoming irritable or anxious when trying to reduce or stop gambling
• Neglecting work, school, family, or other important responsibilities due to gambling
• Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
• Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling activities
• Lying to others about the extent of your gambling
• Experiencing financial difficulties because of gambling losses

Self-Help Tools

Most responsible sportsbooks offer tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Establish a cap on the amount you're willing to lose over a given timeframe
• Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications reminding you how long you've been gambling and how much you've wagered
• Session Time Limits: Set automatic logout times to prevent extended gambling sessions
• Self-Exclusion: Take a break from gambling by voluntarily excluding yourself from betting platforms for a set period or indefinitely

Contact your sportsbook's customer support team to activate any of these tools.

Support Organizations in Canada

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:

• Responsible Gambling Council
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
  Leading Canadian organization providing resources, research, and support for problem gambling
• Gamblers Anonymous Canada
  A peer-support fellowship for people with gambling addiction, with meetings across Canada
• National Council on Problem Gambling (US/International)
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org
  Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
  Provides resources and referrals for gambling problems
• GamCare (UK/International)
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  Free, confidential support and counseling services
• GamStop (UK/International Self-Exclusion)
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  Multi-operator self-exclusion scheme

You can also contact your provincial health services or speak with a counselor about problem gambling support in your area.

If You Need Help

Don't wait. Reach out for support today. Problem gambling is treatable, and recovery is possible. Whether you're concerned about your own gambling or that of someone else, speaking with a professional can make a real difference.

Visit the Responsible Gambling Council or call a helpline to speak with someone who understands what you're going through.