Responsible Gambling
Casino games, lotteries and sports bets are entertainment. Every round is random, the house has an edge over time, and no strategy, “predictor” or bot can guarantee a win. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Age Requirements
You must be 19 or older to gamble in most Canadian provinces and territories. The minimum age is 18 in Alberta, Manitoba and Quebec.
Stay in Control
- Set a budget and a time limit before you start — and stick to them.
- Use deposit limits, loss limits, time-outs and self-exclusion tools offered by your casino.
- Never chase losses or borrow money to gamble.
- Don’t gamble when you are stressed, upset or under the influence.
- Take regular breaks — rounds are fast and time passes quickly online.
Warning Signs
- Spending more money or time than you planned.
- Hiding your gambling from family or friends.
- Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling.
- Gambling to win back losses or to escape problems.
- Borrowing money or selling things to gamble.
Free Help in Your Province
These services are free and confidential. Most are available 24/7.
| Province / territory | Service | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Ontario | ConnexOntario (24/7) | 1-866-531-2600 or text CONNEX to 247247 |
| Quebec | Jeu : aide et référence (24/7, EN/FR) | 1-800-461-0140 Montreal: 514-527-0140 |
| British Columbia | Gambling Support BC (24/7) | 1-888-795-6111 |
| Alberta | Addiction Helpline (24/7) | 1-866-332-2322 |
| Saskatchewan | Problem Gambling Help Line (24/7) | 1-800-306-6789 |
| Manitoba | Manitoba Addictions Helpline | 1-855-662-6605 |
| New Brunswick | Gambling Information Line | 1-800-461-1234 |
| Nova Scotia | Mental Health & Addictions Crisis Line (24/7) | 1-888-429-8167 |
| Prince Edward Island | Gambling Support Line | 1-855-255-4255 |
| Newfoundland & Labrador | Gambling Help Line (24/7) | 811 |
| Yukon | CMHA Yukon Reach Out Support Line (2–10 pm) | 1-844-533-3030 |
| Northwest Territories | NWT Help Line (24/7) | 811 |
| Nunavut | Kamatsiaqtut Help Line (24/7) | 1-800-265-3333 |
Canada-Wide Support
- Suicide Crisis Helpline: call or text 988 (24/7).
- Responsible Gambling Council — help options by province.
- Gamblers Anonymous — peer support meetings.
Self-Exclusion
If you want to stop, ask your casino to close your account or exclude you for a set period, and use blocking software such as Gamban or BetBlocker on your devices. Provincial self-exclusion programs cover provincially regulated sites only, so also exclude yourself directly at any international casino where you have an account.
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