Responsible Gaming

Entertainment First, Not Income

Sports betting should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Never view betting as a way to make money or solve financial problems. The odds are always in favor of the sportsbook, and losses are a normal part of the experience. Only bet what you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

In Canada, you must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal age in your province/territory) to participate in sports betting. We are committed to preventing underage gambling. If you are under the legal age, please do not create an account or place bets.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognize any of the following behaviors in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:

• Chasing losses by betting more money to recover losses
• Hiding gambling activities from family or friends
• Spending more time and money on betting than intended
• Neglecting work, school, or personal relationships due to gambling
• Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to bet
• Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or depression
• Borrowing money or going into debt to fund betting
• Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
• Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
• Gambling with money needed for essential expenses

Self-Help Tools

Most responsible sportsbooks offer tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, monthly)
• Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you're willing to lose over a set period
• Reality Checks: Receive reminders about how long you've been betting and how much you've wagered
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from betting accounts
• Session Limits: Set time restrictions for how long you can bet in one session

Use these tools proactively to stay in control of your gambling behavior.

Support Organizations

If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, these organizations provide free, confidential support:

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
  Resources and referrals for problem gambling support across Canada
• Gamblers Anonymous
  A peer-support fellowship offering meetings and support groups throughout Canada
• Problem Gambling Institute of Ontario
  Support and resources specific to Ontario residents

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

Seek Help Today

Problem gambling is treatable, and recovery is possible. If you're struggling with gambling habits, reach out to one of the support organizations listed above. There is no shame in asking for help—taking action is a sign of strength.

If you're in crisis, please contact a mental health crisis line in your area or call 911.