Responsible Gaming

Gambling should be a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Bitcoin sports betting carries real risk, and you should never wager more than you can afford to lose. If gambling stops being fun, please seek help.

Age Verification

You must be 18 years of age or older to gamble in Canada, or the legal age in your province or territory — for example, 19 in British Columbia, Ontario, and several other regions. It is illegal for minors to participate in any form of gambling. We strongly encourage parents and guardians to use filtering software and monitor online activity to prevent underage access.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. Ask yourself if you have experienced any of the following in the last 12 months:

• Chasing losses — returning to try to win back money you have lost.
• Hiding your gambling from family, friends, or loved ones.
• Lying about how much time or money you spend gambling.
• Gambling with money intended for bills, rent, food, or other essentials.
• Borrowing money or selling possessions to gamble.
• Feeling restless or irritable when trying to cut down or stop.
• Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities because of gambling.
• Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or depression.
• Thinking you are “due” for a win after a losing streak.
• Needing to gamble larger amounts to feel the same excitement.

If you recognize any of these signs in yourself or someone you care about, please consider reaching out to a support organization listed below.

Self-Help Tools

Most reputable betting sites offer practical tools to help you stay in control. We encourage you to use them:

• Deposit limits — set a maximum amount you can deposit per day, week, or month.
• Loss limits — cap the amount you can lose over a given period.
• Reality checks — receive reminders of how long you have been playing.
• Time-out / cooling-off periods — take a short break from your account (24 hours to several weeks).
• Self-exclusion — block access to your account for a longer period (typically 6 months to 5 years or permanently).
• Session time limits — automatically log out after a set amount of time.

Using these tools is a sign of strength, not weakness. They are designed to keep gambling as entertainment.

Support Organizations

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, free and confidential help is available. Contact the organization most relevant to your location:

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) — www.responsiblegambling.org
  Provides information, tools, and links to provincial helplines across Canada.
• Provincial helplines — for example, Ontario: ConnexOntario 1-866-531-2600; British Columbia: BC Responsible & Problem Gambling Program 1-888-795-6111; Quebec: Gambling: Help and Referral 1-800-461-0140. Check your province or territory for local support.

United Kingdom

• GamCare — www.gamcare.org.uk
  Free information, support, and counselling for anyone affected by gambling harms.
• GamStop — www.gamstop.co.uk
  Free self-exclusion scheme for UK-licensed online gambling sites.

Australia

• Gambling Help Online — www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  24/7 free and confidential support for anyone in Australia affected by gambling.

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) — www.ncpgambling.org
  Helpline 1-800-GAMBLER. Offers resources, treatment referrals, and support groups.

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — www.bzga.de
  Provides information on gambling addiction and prevention programs in Germany. Helpline: 0800 1 37 27 00 (free, anonymous).

Other countries

If you are located outside the regions above, please search for your national or local problem gambling helpline. Most countries offer a free, confidential service. You can also visit the Responsible Gambling Council for a list of international resources.

Seek Help Today

If you feel that gambling is no longer a choice, or if it is causing harm to you or your loved ones, please reach out for help. You are not alone. Contact one of the organizations above, speak to a trusted friend or family member, or call a local helpline. Taking the first step can make a real difference.