Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Online gaming at Interac casinos should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While gaming can be fun and exciting, it's important to approach it with realistic expectations and a healthy mindset. Remember: the house always has an edge, and losses are a normal part of gaming.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age or the legal age for gambling in your province to use Interac casinos in Canada. Age verification is a legal requirement and is taken seriously by all licensed operators. If you are under the legal age, please do not participate in any gaming activities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following signs in your gaming behavior, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses: Attempting to recover lost money by gambling more
- Hiding your gaming: Keeping your gaming activity secret from family or friends
- Increasing amounts: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gaming
- Neglecting responsibilities: Gaming interfering with work, school, or family obligations
- Borrowed money: Borrowing money to fund gaming activities
- Mood changes: Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gaming
- Financial problems: Gaming causing financial difficulties or debt
- Relationship strain: Gaming causing conflict with loved ones
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most licensed Interac casinos provide tools to help you maintain control of your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Session Reminders: Receive notifications about how long you've been gaming
- Reality Checks: Pop-up reminders during play showing your time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your account
- Account Closure: Request to close your account if needed
We encourage you to use these tools proactively to maintain a healthy gaming experience.
Support Organizations in Canada
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these trusted Canadian organizations:
Primary Canadian Resources:
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Responsible Gambling Council (RGC)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
A leading Canadian authority on responsible gambling and problem gambling prevention -
Problem Gambling Services (Provincial)
Contact your provincial health ministry or call 1-800-668-9238 (varies by province)
Each Canadian province offers specialized counseling and support services
International Resources:
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National Council on Problem Gambling (US)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 -
GamCare (UK)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Free and confidential support and counseling -
GamStop (UK Self-Exclusion Scheme)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk -
Gambling Help Online (Australia)
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Take Action Today
If you think you may have a problem with gambling, please seek help immediately. Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and recovery is possible with proper support. Reach out to one of the organizations listed above or speak with a counselor in your province.
Remember: asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Your mental health and wellbeing matter, and support is available to you and your loved ones.
congressherbrooke2010.com is committed to promoting responsible gaming at all Interac casinos. We support the Responsible Gambling Council and encourage all players to game responsibly and within their means.