Betting should stay entertainment. Set a budget before you play, never chase losses, and take a break if gambling stops being fun. You must be 19 or older to gamble online in most provinces (18 in Alberta, Manitoba and Quebec).
- ConnexOntario1-866-531-2600 — free, confidential, 24/7
- Responsible Gambling Councilresponsiblegambling.org
- GameSense (BCLC)gamesense.com
- Loto-Québec Jeu : aide et référence1-800-461-0140
Tools that help
- Deposit limits and time reminders in your account settings
- Self-exclusion through the operator or your provincial program
- Blocking software on your phone and computer
Warning signs
- Spending more than you planned, or borrowing to gamble
- Hiding gambling from family or friends
- Feeling anxious or irritable when you are not betting