Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Sports betting should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While we offer engaging betting opportunities, it's important to understand that the house always has an edge. Never bet more than you can afford to lose, and always gamble responsibly.
Age Verification
In Canada, you must be at least 18 years of age (or the applicable legal age in your province) to participate in sports betting. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and may request proof of age at any time. If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not use our services.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Be aware of these warning signs:
- Chasing losses by betting more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities or betting amounts from family and friends
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or other emotional problems
- Neglecting work, school, family, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling activities
- Failed attempts to reduce or control gambling
- Lying to others about the extent of your gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties directly caused by gambling
If you recognize any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable sportsbooks offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a daily, weekly, or monthly limit on the amount you can deposit
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you're willing to lose over a set period
- Betting Limits: Cap the maximum bet size for individual wagers
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders about how long you've been gambling and how much you've wagered
- Time-Out: Take a temporary break from gambling (hours or days) without closing your account
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily close your account and exclude yourself from gambling services
Use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gambling habits.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, these organizations provide free, confidential support:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council (Ontario)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Resources for problem gambling support and education across Canada - Problem Gambling Services (Provincial)
Most Canadian provinces offer free counselling services. Contact your provincial health authority for details.
International Resources
- National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 - GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Free, confidential support and advice - GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme - Gambling Help Online (Australia)
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Counselling and self-assessment tools
Take Action Today
If you think you may have a gambling problem, help is available:
- Contact the Responsible Gambling Council at www.responsiblegambling.org
- Call your provincial problem gambling helpline (ask your provincial health authority for the number)
- Speak with a trusted family member or counselor
- Use the self-exclusion tools on your sportsbook account
Remember: Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Support is available 24/7.