Responsible Gambling

Gambling Should Be Fun

At Canadian Casino, we believe gambling should be an enjoyable form of entertainment, not a source of stress or financial hardship. We're committed to promoting responsible gambling and providing resources for those who need help.

Know the Signs

Problem gambling can affect anyone. Watch for these warning signs:

• Spending more money or time gambling than you can afford
• Chasing losses or believing you're "due" for a win
• Borrowing money or selling possessions to gamble
• Neglecting work, family, or personal responsibilities
• Lying to family and friends about gambling
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed about gambling
• Gambling to escape problems or negative feelings
• Unable to stop or cut back despite wanting to

If you recognize any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available.

Tips for Safe Gambling

Follow these guidelines to keep gambling fun and under control:

1. Set a Budget: Decide how much you can afford to lose before you start. Never gamble with money needed for bills, rent, or essentials.
2. Set Time Limits: Decide how long you'll play and stick to it. Use casino tools to set session limits.
3. Don't Chase Losses: Accept that losing is part of gambling. Walking away is always an option.
4. Take Regular Breaks: Step away from the screen regularly. Clear thinking leads to better decisions.
5. Never Gamble Under the Influence: Alcohol and drugs impair judgment and decision-making.
6. Balance Your Life: Keep gambling as one of many activities, not your primary source of entertainment.
7. Know the Odds: Understand that the house always has an edge. Games are designed for casinos to profit.
8. Use Responsible Gambling Tools: Take advantage of deposit limits, loss limits, and self-exclusion options offered by casinos.

Responsible Gambling Tools

Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you stay in control:

• Deposit Limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly limits on how much you can deposit
• Loss Limits: Automatically stop playing when you've lost a certain amount
• Session Limits: Set time limits for your gambling sessions
• Reality Checks: Receive notifications about how long you've been playing
• Cool-Off Periods: Take a short break from gambling (24 hours to several weeks)
• Self-Exclusion: Block yourself from a casino for months or years

We only recommend casinos that offer comprehensive responsible gambling tools.

Provincial Resources

• British Columbia: GameSense - gamesense.ca
• Alberta: Alberta Health Services - 1-866-332-2322
• Saskatchewan: Problem Gambling Help Line - 1-800-306-6789
• Manitoba: AFM Gambling Helpline - 1-800-463-1554
• Ontario: ConnexOntario - 1-866-531-2600
• Quebec: Gambling: Help and Referral - 1-800-461-0140
• Atlantic Provinces: Problem Gambling Helpline - 1-888-347-8888

Self-Assessment

Ask yourself these questions honestly:

1. Have you ever missed work or school because of gambling?
2. Has gambling ever made your home life unhappy?
3. Did gambling ever affect your reputation?
4. Have you ever felt remorse after gambling?
5. Did you ever gamble to get money to pay debts?
6. Did gambling ever cause a decrease in your ambition or efficiency?
7. After losing, did you feel you must return and win back your losses?
8. After a win, did you have a strong urge to return and win more?
9. Did you often gamble until your last dollar was gone?
10. Did you ever borrow money to finance your gambling?

If you answered "yes" to several questions, consider speaking with a professional about your gambling habits.

Our Commitment

Canadian Casino is committed to responsible gambling. We:

• Only recommend casinos with robust responsible gambling tools
• Verify that casinos are properly licensed
• Provide clear information about gambling risks
• Prominently display age restrictions (18+)
• Never encourage irresponsible gambling behavior
• Link to help resources throughout our site

Remember: Gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to stop.