Responsible Gaming

Gambling should always be viewed as a form of entertainment — never as a way to earn money or solve financial difficulties. While playing at online casinos with a $10 minimum deposit can be an enjoyable pastime, it is important to stay in control and know your limits.

Age Verification

You must be 18 years of age or older — or the legal age for gambling in your Canadian province or territory — to participate in any real-money gaming activity. In most of Canada the legal age is 19, but in Alberta, Manitoba, and Quebec it is 18. Always verify and comply with your local laws before opening an account. Underage gambling is illegal and strictly prohibited.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Gambling can become problematic when it stops being fun. Ask yourself if you have experienced any of the following:

• Chasing losses — trying to win back money you have lost by continuing to gamble.
• Hiding your gambling activity from family or friends.
• Spending more time or money on gambling than you intended.
• Feeling restless or irritable when trying to cut down or stop.
• Borrowing money, selling belongings, or neglecting bills to fund gambling.
• Lying about wins or losses, or feeling guilty after gambling.
• Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or depression.
• Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities because of gambling.

If you recognize one or more of these signs in yourself or someone you care about, it may be time to seek help.

Self-Help Tools

Reputable online casinos offer practical tools to help you stay in control of your gambling. These tools are there for your protection — use them proactively:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit per day, week, or month.
• Loss Limits: Cap the total amount you can lose over a set period.
• Reality Checks: Receive on-screen reminders about how long you have been playing.
• Time-Outs: Take a short break from gambling for 24 hours, 7 days, or longer.
• Self-Exclusion: Block yourself from accessing your account for a set period, usually 6 months to 5 years or permanently.

Support Organizations

If you need confidential advice or support, please contact a responsible gambling organization in your region. Help is free, available 24/7, and you are not alone.

• Canada: Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) — support, resources, and prevention programs across Canada.
• UK: GamCare — helpline and live chat; GamStop — free self-exclusion for UK-licensed sites.
• Australia: Gambling Help Online — 24/7 counselling and support.
• United States: National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) — call or text 1-800-GAMBLER.
• Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — information and help for gambling addiction.
• Other regions: Please seek the most relevant national responsible gambling organization in your country. A quick web search for “problem gambling help [your country]” will connect you to local support.

Take Action Today

If you feel that gambling is no longer a source of entertainment, or if you are worried about a loved one, please reach out for help. Contact one of the organizations listed above, talk to a trusted friend or family member, or use the self-exclusion tools available at your casino. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Your well-being matters more than any game.