Responsible Gaming
Gambling should be a form of entertainment only — never a way to earn money, pay debts, or solve financial problems. If the fun stops, please stop playing and seek help.
Age Verification
The legal gambling age in Canada varies by province and territory. It is 18 in Alberta, Manitoba, and Quebec, and 19 in most other provinces and territories. Always verify and follow the legal gambling age in your specific region before playing.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
- Chasing losses or trying to win back money you have lost
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about how much you gamble
- Borrowing money or selling possessions to gamble
- Neglecting work, school, family, or personal responsibilities
- Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or other problems
- Feeling guilty, ashamed, or distressed after gambling
- Being unable to stop or cut back despite wanting to
- Gambling more money or for longer than planned
- Jeopardizing relationships, employment, or finances because of gambling
Self-Help Tools
- Deposit limits: set a maximum amount you can deposit over a chosen period