Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
Sports betting should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. It is not a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please bet only what you can afford to lose, and never gamble with money needed for essentials like rent, food, or utilities.
Remember: the odds always favor the sportsbook. Gambling carries financial and emotional risks that should never be underestimated.
Age Verification
Sports betting in Canada is restricted to individuals who are 18 years of age or older (or the legal age in your province). It is illegal for minors to participate in gambling activities. If you are under the legal age, please do not use our services.
Parents and guardians: please monitor your children's online activity and discuss the risks of gambling.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following signs, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by betting more to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling with money intended for bills, rent, or other essential expenses
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Increasing the amount of money you bet over time
- Lying about how much time or money you spend gambling
- Neglecting work, school, family, or relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money to gamble or to pay gambling debts
- Feeling unable to stop or control your gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
If you recognize these signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most legitimate sportsbooks offer tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose over a certain period
- Reality Checks: Receive notifications at regular intervals reminding you how long you've been gambling
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling accounts
- Time-Out Periods: Take a break from gambling for a set duration
- Account Closure: Request permanent closure of your account if needed
Use these tools proactively. They are designed to protect your wellbeing.
Support Organizations in Canada & Internationally
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org
Provides resources, support, and referrals for problem gambling across Canada. - Problem Gambling Services (Provincial)
Most Canadian provinces offer free, confidential counseling. Contact your provincial health ministry or local addiction services for details. - Gamblers Anonymous
A peer-support organization with meetings across Canada. Visit www.gamblersanonymous.org
International Resources
If You Need Help
Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Problem gambling is treatable, and recovery is possible.
Take action today:
- Contact a support organization listed above
- Speak to a family member or trusted friend
- Use self-exclusion or account closure tools immediately
- Reach out to a mental health professional or addiction counselor
You are not alone. Help is available 24/7.