Responsible Gambling

Keira Holroyd
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Keira Holroyd

Last Updated : 29, December 2025

Gambling should be fun — and when it stops being fun, it can get expensive fast. This page is here to support safer choices with practical, non-judgmental guidance.

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Who We Are

We review and explain new online casinos in Canada, with a focus on safety signals like licensing, clear terms, reliable banking, and responsible gambling tools. If you want the fine print translated or you’re unsure about a site’s rules, you can contact us at [email protected].

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Play Only If It’s Legal (and You’re Old Enough)

Legal gambling age depends on your province (commonly 19+, with some provinces at 18+). In Ontario, for example, the regulator states that individuals under 19 are not eligible to play games on a gaming site (with limited lottery-related exceptions). AGCO
You’re responsible for following the laws where you live.

Quick Tips to Keep Gambling Healthy

  • Set a budget and a time limit before you start.

  • Treat gambling as paid entertainment, not a way to make money.

  • Never chase losses — chasing is how small sessions become big problems.

  • Don’t gamble when you’re stressed, angry, tired, or using alcohol/drugs.

  • Take breaks (a short pause can prevent impulse decisions).

Tools You Can Use on Most Online Casinos

Many casinos offer built-in controls. Look for:

  • deposit, loss, or wager limits

  • session time reminders (“reality checks”)

  • cool-off periods

  • self-exclusion options

  • access to transaction and play history

If a site hides these tools or makes them hard to find, treat that as a red flag.

Warning Signs to Watch For

If any of these feel familiar, it may be time to pause and get support:

  • spending more than planned (or borrowing to gamble)

  • hiding play from family/friends

  • trying to win back money needed for bills

  • feeling anxious, guilty, or restless when not gambling

  • repeated failed attempts to stop or cut back

Where to Get Help in Canada

If you need to talk to someone right now, confidential help is available:

  • Ontario (ConnexOntario): Call 1-866-531-2600 or text CONNEX to 247247 ConnexOntario+1

  • British Columbia (Gambling Support BC): Call 1-888-795-6111 (24/7) Gambling Support BC+1

  • Alberta (GameSense Info Line): Call 1-833-447-7523 gamesenseab.ca+1

Not sure which service applies to you? Start with your province’s health services directory or call 211 in many regions for local referrals.

Protect Yourself Online

  • Use strong, unique passwords (and a password manager if possible).

  • Avoid gambling transactions on public Wi-Fi.

  • Watch for phishing emails and fake casino “support” accounts.

  • Double-check you’re on the correct domain before depositing.

If You’re Worried About Immediate Safety

If you feel at risk of harm to yourself or others, call 911 in Canada or go to the nearest emergency department.

Contact Us

If you have questions about safer play tools, confusing terms, or how to spot a risky casino pattern, email [email protected]. We respond as humans — not automated scripts — and we’ll point you toward the right resources when needed.